Did you know that there are harmful foods and habits in the world today that can break the brackets and wires of your braces? Well, it’s true, which is why it’s so important to take great care of your braces by having a proper diet and by doing all you can to keep your oral health in tip-top shape. To help you achieve that goal, our Savannah Dental Associates team has some tips for you! We recommend doing the following things:
-Avoid sticky foods, such as: Gooey candy bars, caramels, fruit roll-ups, gum, gummy bears, toffee, Starbursts, Skittles, taffy, candy bars with caramel, sticky candy, and caramel apples.
-Avoid hard or tough foods, such as: Pizza crust, hard candy, corn chips, ice cubes, bagels, popcorn, and nuts.
-Cut the following foods into small pieces: Apples, carrots, celery, pizza, corn on the cob, chicken wings, spare ribs, and hamburgers.
-Avoid tooth-harming habits, like: Chewing on ice, pens, pencils, or fingernails.
Orthodontic treatment in Garden City, Georgia, can be extremely beneficial for your smile—but only if you follow our instructions. So, if you have any questions or if you would like to know more, please feel free to call 912-234-5003 today and talk to your orthodontist, Dr. Philip Cooper. Our team is here to help you in any way we can, and we look forward to hearing from you!