Foods to avoid while you are in braces

At Kemp Orthodontics we want you to know that some foods can also help or hurt you while you're wearing braces. Remember to cut your food into small pieces that can be easily chewed. You will want to avoid hard and chewy foods that can break your braces or bend your wires.

Foods such as corn on the cob, nuts, carrots, apples, ice, and bubble gum should be avoided but you can take the corn off the cob, chop the nuts, and slice your apples… get the idea?

We will provide you with a list, which is to be used as a guideline but just because the food isn't on the list it doesn't mean it isn't meant to be avoided.

Remember if you think it is probably too hard chances are it is.

Our main concern at Kemp Orthodontics is that your braces come off in a timely manner. Excessive breakage of your appliance can add to the time you are in braces. It is a small sacrifice for such a short time and then you will have your beautiful smile for a lifetime.