There’s no doubt that, once your braces are on, things will start to change. Living with braces requires adjustments. For instance, the wires and brackets take some getting used to and regular tightening can lead to temporary jaw pain. On top of that, braces are basically a food magnet, with the residue from chewy, sticky …
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Can You Eat Popsicles While Wearing Braces?
Welcome to Friday Focus! This week we’re going to be answering the question “Can you eat popsicles while wearing braces?” The answer is unequivocally yes. While chewing ice would be considered something to avoid while wearing braces, this isn’t the case when it comes to popsicles because they’re much softer. That said, you’ll still need …
What Foods Are Best To Eat After Getting Braces?
One of the most challenging adjustments for orthodontic patients during their first week in braces (and throughout treatment for that matter) is having to change their diets. When you first get braces, eating can be uncomfortable, so switching to extra soft foods will be more of an instinct than a real inconvenience. As the …
How To Have a Great Smile While Wearing Braces
Colored Braces There is no reason why wearing braces shouldn’t be a little fun, and getting colored braces – or, more specifically, colored elastics – is a fantastic way to do that. There are several colors available to you, with some of the most popular being shades of red, green, blue, orange, purple, yellow, and …
How To Have A Great Smile While Wearing Braces
Colored Braces There’s no reason not to have a little fun with braces and getting colored braces is a great way to do it. You’ll have several colors to choose from with some of the most common being different hues reds, green, blue, orange, purple, yellow, pink, gold, gray, silver and black. It’s a good …
