The first few days with new braces can feel tender. Stick to soft foods and you'll be back to normal before you know it.

Great to eat

  • Yogurt, smoothies, and soft fruit
  • Pasta, soft-cooked vegetables, and eggs

Best to avoid

  • Sticky candy, caramel, and gum
  • Hard nuts, popcorn, and ice

A loose bracket or poky wire? Give us a call. We'll get you comfortable and back on track quickly.

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