Braces, Invisalign®, and oral appliances can sometimes make eating feel like a challenge, especially when you’re out in public, having a good time with friends or family.
Fortunately, eating doesn’t have to be a challenge. Your Brooklyn dentist explains below:
Enjoying Comfort Foods with Braces, Invisalign, and Oral Appliances
It’s essential to follow your dentist’s dietary restrictions if you have braces or oral appliances/prosthetics. However, Invisalign, because it’s removable, does not come with restrictions.
- Braces: Braces do come with food restrictions to protect brackets and wires. However, you can potentially have a bagel if is it is softened, not chewy, and cut into bite-sized pieces.
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Invisalign: When out on the town, be sure to bring your Invisalign case to store the aligners during meals. Be sure to rinse your mouth thoroughly and brush/floss as soon as possible when you get home.
- Oral Appliances and Prosthetics: Always remove your oral appliance—such as a mouthguard or other device—before eating. Prosthetics, such as dentures, may limit your ability to chew complex foods, like steak. Discuss dental implant alternatives with your Brooklyn dentist.
Where to Indulge in Dumbo Favorites and Fun Foods
However, we humbly recommend Sweetgreen Healthy Food for your smile health.
Outdoor Activities and Your Smile
Remember, if you’re participating in roller skating at Golconda Skate Park or climbing our cliffs at DUMBO, please wear your mouthguard.
If you indulge in sweets or other comfort foods, please brush, floss, and book your next checkup and teeth cleaning in DUMBO as soon as possible.
Your healthy smile is our priority!
Contact Your Brooklyn Dentist Today to Get Started
To schedule your next dental checkup and professional teeth cleaning, or if you have questions about our treatments and services, contact a dental team member today at (718) 285-3035.
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