Orthodontists Say Eat This, Not That
Roy Kaluzshner2025-01-13T12:24:42-07:00When people hear they need braces, one of their first questions is, “What can I eat?” Certain foods are off limits for braces patients because they can harm brackets, wires, and bands. To keep your orthodontics safe, you can enjoy some of your favorite flavors if you follow a few simple guidelines. Here are some tasty alternatives to brace-breaking foods, suggested by the orthodontists at Metropolitan Dental Care. Top Snack Replacements for Orthodontic Patients Sugar Cravings? Skip the Caramels and Hard Candies Since they are both sticky and hard, caramels can easily break brackets, pull out wires, and just wreck your [...]
