The Benefits of Dental Braces
Let’s Get Things Straight!
Do you have crooked, crowded, overlapped or gaps in your teeth? Did you have braces previously and now notice your teeth moving or crowding your front teeth? Is your bite off? If you or a family member has concerns about your crooked teeth and smile, read more about the benefits of dental braces or clear aligners here.
We offer 2 types of Dental Braces
- We offer straight wire orthodontics. These are the traditional style braces that utilize bands, brackets, and wires.
- We offer clear aligners which are “invisible” retainers. These are similar to bleaching trays. Clear aligners will move and realign your teeth over a period of time.
Foods to Avoid Eating with Dental Braces
- Corn On the Cob: Biting a corn on the cob directly can loosen or pull of your brackets. Cut the corn kernels off the cob to eat it.
- Ice: Munching on whole ice cubes is something to avoid with braces.
- Popcorn: Popcorn kernels get stuck in everything and are your braces’ worst enemy.
- Whole Apples: Biting into a whole apple can also dislodge brackets or bend wires. Cut apples into small pieces to safely eat.
- Hard Candy: Hard candy is just bad all the way around but biting directly on this type of candy can not only crack a tooth, if you have braces it can dislodge brackets or bend wires.
- Sticky Candy: Taffy, caramel, and the like can stick to braces and cause all kinds of problems with braces and tooth decay.
- Nuts: The hard nature of most nuts poses a direct risk so try crushed or slivered nuts.
- Crunchy Veggies/Fruits: When uncooked, they can apply undue pressure.
- Pizza Crust: Especially when it’s crispy and hard can cause problems with your braces. Again, cut into smaller pieces so you aren’t trying to bite/tear it off when eating pizza crusts.
- Snack Chips & Pretzels: Any kind of hard or crunchy food may cause your bracket to break or cause damage to your wires. Eat with caution.
- Hard Rolls or Bagels: The density of this type of bread can be a challenge. Try cutting into smaller bites or using softer rolls or bread.
Get Your Orthodontic Consultation Today
We can save you time and money by utilizing one of these two techniques to provide you with a beautiful smile. Speak with one of our friendly receptionists to schedule a free orthodontic consultation.
Dental Services We Offer
DENTAL EMERGENCY SERVICES
Alleviate the pain and address the problem!
RESTORATIVE DENTISTRY
Giving you the smile you lost!
PREVENTATIVE DENTISTRY
Fixing your smile in advance!
