What can you eat in the first week of braces?

Your First Week In Braces The easiest foods to eat with braces are things like yogurt, pudding, seedless bread, boiled vegetables, pasta, or thin soups. We will provide and show you how to use dental wax to apply over the braces as necessary.

What foods can break your braces?

Foods to Avoid When Wearing Braces

Popcorn.
Nuts.
Hard taco shells.
Sticky and hard candy.
Gum.
Ice.
Corn chips.
Pretzels.

Can I eat normally with braces?

Be careful what you eat with braces It’s okay to eat as soon as you leave the office, but we highly suggest only eating softer foods the first few days while your mouth and teeth adjust. Stick to pasta, seedless bread, soft veggies, pudding, soup, yogurt, etc.

What can you eat when your braces hurt?

Here are some options to consider if you’re experiencing discomfort from your braces:

Yogurt. Yogurt is soft and cold, which makes it easy to consume and even helps to alleviate oral pain.
Oatmeal.
Bananas.
Mashed Potatoes.
Jello.
Eggs.
Smoothies.
Soups and Broth.

Is it OK to drink tea with braces?

Tea can help fight the bacteria found on teeth due to the compounds called polyphenols they are made of. The best way to drink tea while wearing braces is to drink it as is – no sugar or honey added. For those who prefer a sweeter taste, use sugar-free sweeteners instead.

Can I eat ice cream with braces?

Yes, ice cream is safe to eat with braces! However, when you first get your braces on your teeth, you may experience extra sensitivity on your teeth – so cold ice cream may hurt your teeth for the first few days by biting into it.

Can I eat french fries with braces?

Please don’t eat popcorn, nuts, and seeds either, as the pieces can get stuck in your appliances or break them. You can still eat things like ice cream, brownies, cookies, cake, French fries, burger, hot dogs, and pizza (just avoid the crust), no problem.

Can I eat rice with braces?

Foods you CAN eat with braces: Dairy — soft cheese, pudding, milk-based drinks. Breads — soft tortillas, pancakes, muffins without nuts. Grains — pasta, soft cooked rice.

Is ketchup bad for braces?

Adding ketchup can make the eggs even tastier, especially for kids. Minimal chewing is required, and that’s the key to a braces-friendly recipe. A smoothie is not only a good source of fruit, but it’s also gentle on braces. More importantly, smoothies are fun to make.

Can I eat chocolate with braces?

Chocolate: Soft milk or white chocolate is 100% safe to eat with braces, as long as there’s no sneaky caramel, toffee or nuts hiding inside. Stick to treats like Hershey’s kisses or even Kit Kat bars. Avoid dark chocolate, though.