Ortho Tips

Eating Habits and Orthodontics
A careful orthodontic patient can eat almost any food and do no damage to their appliance. However, these three types of foods may cause trouble:

Hard Foods may do damage by bending the wires, loosening the cement under the bands, or breaking the little brackets and tubes that are attached to the teeth.

Sticky Foods damage appliances by bending wires and pulling the cement seal loose.

Foods High in Sugar Content should be avoided between meals. Brush your teeth thoroughly immediately after eating sweets. You should be brushing your teeth at least three times a day.

Carbonated Beverages and Sports Drinks like Gatorade, especially sugared sodas are an absolute No-No. You will get white spots if you drink sugared colas (Coke, Dr. Pepper, 7-Up, etc.).