Food With Braces Longmont and Erie, CO

Foods You Can Enjoy

Braces do not mean you have to miss out on delicious food! There are plenty of soft, tasty options that are both safe and satisfying, including:

• Soft Proteins: Enjoy soft meats, seafood, eggs, cooked beans and dairy products like yogurt, cottage cheese and sliced cheese.
• Soft Grains: Foods like cooked pasta, rice, tortillas, biscuits, muffins and pancakes are perfect options.
• Soft Fruits and Vegetables: Try bananas, oranges, grapefruit and cut fruits. Steamed or cooked vegetables are gentle on your braces and easy to eat.
• Soft Desserts: Treat yourself to pudding, smoothies, ice cream, soft cake or pastries without nuts or hard toppings.

Foods to Avoid

While braces are strong, they can still be damaged by certain foods. To protect your smile and avoid unexpected orthodontic emergencies, steer clear of:

• Sticky Foods: Taffy, caramel, gummy candy, licorice and other sticky treats can get stuck in your braces and be difficult to clean.
• Hard Foods: Avoid foods like popcorn, nuts, ice, hard candy, bagels, rolls, pizza crust, chips and beef jerky, as they can break brackets or wires.
• Sugary Drinks: Sodas, sports drinks and energy drinks can cause cavities and damage enamel around your braces.
• Bad Habits: Chewing on pens, pencils or ice, and biting your nails can harm your braces and delay treatment progress.