What fast food can I eat with braces?

Pizza (no crust), soft cakes and brownies, chicken nuggets, soft tacos, bacon, and certain chocolates are some of the braces-friendly fast foods that can be eaten without causing any disruption to them. Keep in mind that most hard and crunchy foods are off the table during braces treatment due to their harsh nature.
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Can you eat mcdonalds with braces?

The normal rules for taking care of your braces apply at McDonald's. Even though hamburgers are soft, they require a large front biting motion that may dislodge your wires. Even chicken nuggets require this motion if you eat them by hand. The solution might be to eat your McDonald's with a fork and a knife.
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What junk food can I eat with braces?

Soft pretzels, potato chips, cheese puffs

Things like string cheese, peanut butter and jelly, fruit, crackers, or pudding taste good and travel well. If you have Invisalign clear aligners, no foods are off limits!
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Can u eat fries from Mcdonalds 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. Below is a list of foods to avoid and foods you can eat.
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What can I eat with braces first week?

Here's a list for first week of braces foods that we recommend our patients stock up on.
  • Eggs.
  • Oatmeal.
  • Smoothies.
  • Cold drinks.
  • Yogurt.
  • Noodles and pasta.
  • Soup.
  • Mashed potatoes.
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Foods That You CANT EAT With Braces



Can I eat ramen with braces?

Foods that can be eaten with braces include: Bread – pre-cut loaves of bread, soft tacos and tortillas are safe options. Dairy – soft cheese, yoghurt and dips are fine to eat with braces. Grains– rice, noodles and all kinds of cooked pasta are soft and suitable for braces.
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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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Can I eat Chick Fil A with braces?

The answer is yes, if you do it right. Given that sandwiches vary so much, you will need to make the right choices any time you make yourself a sandwich or order one while you're out. You will also need to be careful while eating a sandwich with braces so you don't end up causing damage to your braces.
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Can I eat Taco Bell with braces?

Hard tacos is another one of the foods to avoid with braces. Next time you're at Taco Bell opt for something softer like a quesadilla or burrito. Your teeth will thank you.
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Is it OK to eat Takis with braces?

Any type of hard and crunchy food is something you will want to avoid while wearing your braces. Chips like Fritos, Doritos, Tostitos, Cheetos, Takis, as well as pretzels and other hard breads are foods that can not only damage your wire, but also cause your brackets to break.
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Can I have subway with braces?

Even when undergoing your orthodontic treatment you can still indulge on the country's favourite lunchtime staple, we just advise that you try to avoid anything hard/crispy or highly coloured to be the least interfering with your treatment.
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Can I eat pizza rolls with braces?

Very chewy foods, like pizza crust, can be disastrous for your brace. They can get stuck in brackets and may be tough to eat. You'll want to steer clear of eating: Large pieces of chewy meat (instead, cut into very small pieces)
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When can I eat a burger with braces?

A: Yes, you can eat a burger AND sushi with braces. Remember to chew carefully. You can also cut your food into bite size pieces. A few days after getting your braces on or after an adjustment, you may feel sensitivity or soreness in your teeth.
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Can I eat Chick Fil A Nuggets with braces?

Brownies — no nuts. Chicken nuggets — cut these into pieces to avoid damaging your braces! Soft tacos with all the fixings — avoid hard shells!
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Can I eat burrito with braces?

Cut your burrito or soft taco into small pieces and chew with your back teeth. When considering Cinco de Mayo food ideas, remember, soft-cooked meats, beans and steamed, roasted or soft veggies are all safe to eat with braces.
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Can I eat hot fries with braces?

Flaming Hot Cheetos, Takis, Hot Fries, Hot'n Spicy chicharrones, Flaming Hot Doritos, Sabritones chips and Sabritas Chips must be avoided while you have braces on. These hot chips are hard and crunchy, so you have to bite down hard to crush them with your teeth.
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Can I eat a Chipotle Bowl with braces?

Ballou Orthodontics: Any bowl here from Chipotle is great for a braces wearing patient... just try to avoid the chips, have a tortillas instead :) Ballou Orthodontics: Their Big-Loaded Burrito is so hearty and braces wearing safe! Ballou Orthodontics: The sushi is great!
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Can I have tater tots with braces?

Kids LOVE tater tots and they LOVE nachos. Here is a great combination that is actually a braces friendly recipe because there are no chips! Instructions: Prepare tater tots according to package directions.
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Is Jello OK for braces?

Jello. Jello is a staple go-to for anyone having oral surgery or orthodontic treatment. It's easy to consume and can make for a refreshingly light snack or dessert. Add a bit of whipped cream to the top and you'll have a decadent treat that won't affect your braces.
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Can I eat Pop Tarts with braces?

If you have braces, the general rule of thumb is to steer clear of foods that are hard or chewy. These types of foods can break wires. Of course, most kids will agree that toast isn't the most exciting breakfast recipe. Make it a Pop-Tart instead!
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Can I eat chicken wings with braces?

If you want to eat chicken wings or ribs, remove the meat from the bone first before eating them. This will help you avoid breakage of brackets or braces – which could prolong your treatment time.
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What color is best for braces?

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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What's the average time you wear braces?

On average, it takes about 24 months to complete an orthodontic treatment. Some patients require less than 12 months, but there are also patients requiring up to 3 years of treatment before their teeth reach the desired position.
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Can you eat nachos with braces?

Chips, nachos, and tacos are another “food group” that is off the menu. As you can expect, this is because they're very hard, and can cause breakage or become stuck in your braces. This is definitely a bummer for those who love Mexican food.
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Can you eat mac and cheese with braces?

Bothered by the food restrictions when getting braces? This family favorite goes great with dental work! As long as you cook the macaroni until it is soft and savory, you won't have to worry about anything wrecking your brackets and wires.
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