What can I not do with braces?

Foods you can't eat with braces
  • Nuts.
  • Potato chips.
  • Popcorn.
  • Crunchy veggies.
  • Hard candies (such as jolly ranchers or lollipops)
  • Gum (Sugar-free gum is okay)
  • Sticky candies (like laffy-taffy or gummy bears)
  • Corn on the cob.
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What are you not allowed to do with braces?

Crunchy foods — popcorn, chips, ice. Sticky foods — caramel candies, chewing gum. Hard foods — nuts, hard candies. Foods that require biting into — corn on the cob, apples, carrots.
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What are the rules for braces?

Owner's Guide to Braces
  • Rule #1: Keep the braces on your teeth. ...
  • Rule #2: Please avoid these HARD foods. ...
  • Rule #3: Do not chew gum! ...
  • Rule #4: Do not use your front teeth to bite into anything! ...
  • Rule #5: No food for three hours after application. ...
  • Rule #6: Stay on a soft diet for three days after application.
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Do braces not eat list?

Foods to avoid with your braces are:
  • Nuts.
  • Potato chips.
  • Popcorn.
  • Crunchy veggies.
  • Hard candies (such as jolly ranchers or lollipops)
  • Gum (Sugar-free gum is okay)
  • Sticky candies (like laffy-taffy or gummy bears)
  • Corn on the cob.
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What color of braces is best?

Choose light blue, bronze, dark purple or subdued reds and pinks to complement lighter skin tones. Choose darker colors to make your teeth appear whiter. Watch out for lighter colors that could make your teeth look more yellow. Consider colors that complement or match your eyes.
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Foods to Avoid with Braces and Why



Can I eat pizza with braces?

Can you eat pizza with braces? Yes! You certainly can, as long as you avoid crusts and toppings that are too tough and hard, sticky, or stringy, and eat in small, careful bites. Of course, it's also essential to clean your teeth and the metal wires after eating for optimum dental health.
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Can I box with braces?

Can You Box With Braces? Yes, you can box with braces as long as you wear a suitable protective mouthguard. It should not only protect your teeth but also mold to avoid damage to the braces themselves. It's never a good idea to avoid using a properly fitting guard.
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Can I bite with my front teeth with braces?

When you first get your braces on, your front teeth are very sensitive. In fact, it may seem nearly impossible to take a bite of anything with your front teeth for a while. Getting in the habit of chewing with the side of your mouth will lessen the pain that comes after each adjustment, as well.
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Can I touch my braces with my tongue?

Hi, after putting braces if you will regularly touch then with your tongue it will lead to tongue cuts/ulcers, don't do that.
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Can you kiss with braces?

Wait until you feel comfortable with your braces before trying for anything adventurous, like a kiss. We recommend waiting at least two weeks before attempting any kissing. When you do kiss, take it slow. Being gentle is important, both for the safety of your braces and your partner.
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How do you sleep with braces on?

How to Sleep with Braces
  1. Tip #1: Keep your teeth and gums clean. ...
  2. Tip #2: Try sleeping on your back. ...
  3. Tip #3: Use dental wax if needed. ...
  4. Tip #4: Use Tylenol if you have to! ...
  5. Tip #5: Wear a nightguard or mouthguard if you grind your teeth.
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Is it OK to smoke with braces?

Dentists strongly advise patients to stop smoking when wearing braces. Smokers should remove lighters, tobacco and other paraphernalia that would remind them of the habit. They should keep their distance from other smokers to prevent relapse.
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What happens if you get punched in the face with braces?

Because of the brackets and wires, getting hit in the face while wearing braces can cause even more damage to the soft tissues of the mouth (i.e., cheeks, tongue and lips) or result in an opposing player getting cut if the blow is from their elbow or hand. Plus, blunt trauma often leads to broken brackets.
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Do braces cut your cheek?

Unfortunately, many patients experience braces cutting lips and cheeks.
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Is it OK to eat gum with braces?

Patients should not chew gum while they have their expander, but patients with traditional braces can chew gum if it is on the ADA (American Dental Association) approved list of sugar-free gums. These gums are sweetened by non-cavity causing sweeteners such as aspartame, sorbitol or mannitol.
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Can I eat fries with braces?

You can still eat things like ice cream, brownies, cookies, cake, French fries, burger, hot dogs, and pizza (just avoid the crust), no problem.
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Can braces cut your lip?

Yes, braces can cut your lips but it typically means that something is wrong. Your dentist can fix it if it is a broken wire or bracket. They can cut the braces if it is too long as well.
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Can braces cut your tongue?

A metal bracket, wire, or another component can cut or irritate your tongue or mouth, regardless of its material. It takes a few weeks for the area around braces to toughen and adjust, but you can do a few things to ease the pain until that happens.
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Why are my braces cutting my lip?

Chapped lips

Wearing braces or a retainer may cause your lips to dry out as they stretch wider over teeth. A lip balm or petroleum jelly can help soothe dry or chapped lips. If you find that your braces are chaffing or rubbing uncomfortably against your lips, consult your dentist.
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What color braces makes teeth look whiter?

While the bands can't actually whiten your teeth, they can make them appear whiter. To do it, ask your orthodontist for a dark colour. Dark colours like deep blue or purple are going to contrast against the colour of your teeth beside the brackets and make them appear whiter.
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Can orthodontists tell if you vape?

To conclude, though you might not immediately exhibit the tell-tale stains or smell of a smoker, your dentist will be able to deduce the other symptoms of vaping.
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How long do braces results last?

The average orthodontic treatment falls somewhere between 16-18 months, but can sometimes take as long as 24 months, or even more. Be wary of promises from anyone who says you can have a straight smile in only six months.
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How do you ignore braces pain?

A simple way to get some braces pain relief is to rub an oral anesthetic like Orajel or Anbesol directly on the sensitive teeth and gums. You can use either a cotton swab or your finger to apply it. Oral anesthetics desensitize your teeth and gums so you don't feel the discomfort of shifting teeth so acutely.
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How can I survive my first week with braces?

In order to help you feel more comfortable with your braces, here's a list of five tips for surviving the first week:
  1. Be prepared leaving the orthodontics office. ...
  2. Be careful what you eat with braces. ...
  3. Use wax to fight sores in your mouth. ...
  4. Rinse your mouth with saltwater. ...
  5. Always practice good oral hygiene.
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