{"id":182,"date":"2024-06-20T23:57:49","date_gmt":"2024-06-20T23:57:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.superbracesworcester.com\/blog\/?p=182"},"modified":"2024-06-20T23:57:50","modified_gmt":"2024-06-20T23:57:50","slug":"summer-foods-you-can-eat-with-braces","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.superbracesworcester.com\/blog\/2024\/06\/20\/summer-foods-you-can-eat-with-braces\/","title":{"rendered":"Summer Snacks: What You Should and Shouldn\u2019t Eat with Braces"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.superbracesworcester.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Picture1-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"Table in backyard filled with foods and drinks\" class=\"wp-image-183\" style=\"width:351px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.superbracesworcester.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Picture1-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.superbracesworcester.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Picture1-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.superbracesworcester.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Picture1-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.superbracesworcester.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Picture1-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.superbracesworcester.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Picture1-2048x1152.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Many summer activities \u2013 from hanging out by the pool to relaxing on the beach \u2013 just wouldn\u2019t be the same without seasonal foods and drinks. If you recently started your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.superbracesworcester.com\/traditional-braces.html\">orthodontic treatment<\/a>, you might be wondering what summer foods you can eat with braces while perusing your next family BBQ or while packing your snack bag. If so, keep reading!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6 Braces-Friendly Summer Foods<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The good news is that there are lots of summer staples that can be fully enjoyed with braces. That includes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Macaroni salad<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>French fries<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Deviled eggs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pudding<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Jello<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Beans<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Basically, you want to stick to foods that are soft and low in added sugar. That way, they are easy to chew and don\u2019t increase your risk of developing an oral health problem, like tooth decay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6 Foods You Should Avoid with Braces<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>At first, steering clear of crunchy, hard, and sticky foods might seem a bit inconvenient. That said, it\u2019s crucial that you do because \u2013 if you don\u2019t \u2013 you could wind up with a serious orthodontic emergency. For that reason, we recommend avoiding:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Corn on the cob<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Popcorn<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tortilla chips<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Raw carrots<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Whole apples<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hard pretzels<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Remember, Drinking Water Is Important Too!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When the temperature rises and the humidity goes with it, it might be tempting to reach for lemonade, soda, or another drink that is ice-cold and packed with sugar. While enjoying one every so often is certainly fine, it\u2019s a good idea to make water your go-to summer beverage. After all, it\u2019s free of sugar, it won\u2019t stain your teeth, it helps prevent dry mouth, and it will keep you hydrated!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The good news is that \u2013 even though you may have to avoid certain foods \u2013 braces won\u2019t stop you from enjoying delicious foods and drinks that often come with the warmer months. Plus, if you\u2019re committed to your treatment plan, you could have the straight teeth you\u2019ve always wanted by this time next year!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Our team at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.superbracesworcester.com\/\">Super Braces of Worcester<\/a> is committed to providing super orthodontic care. 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