{"id":35054,"date":"2022-07-24T10:49:37","date_gmt":"2022-07-24T09:49:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/en\/?page_id=35054"},"modified":"2026-02-10T05:38:31","modified_gmt":"2026-02-10T04:38:31","slug":"foods-to-avoid-with-braces","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/en\/braces-for-adults\/foods-to-avoid-with-braces\/","title":{"rendered":"20 Foods to Avoid With Braces \u2014 And What You Can Eat Instead"},"content":{"rendered":"

Are you curious to know what can’t you eat with braces<\/strong><\/strong>? Is eating steak still an option? What about pizza, or chewing gum? And what foods do you avoid entirely when having braces?<\/p>

Will you be eating only soft foods for the next two years?<\/p>

It turns out it’s not all that bad. Although the first few weeks, your mouth may be tender, thereafter, you can still eat a wide variety of foods while wearing dental braces<\/a>.<\/p>

What foods to stay away from when having braces?<\/b> <\/div>

Some foods to avoid during your orthodontic treatment are nuts, meat on the bones, beef jerkey, candy bars, hard crackers, and other crispy, sticky or crunchy foods<\/b>. Read our list of the Top 20 foods to avoid<\/b> with braces below in this article.<\/p>

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What foods can you not eat with braces?<\/h2>
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Brackets and wires might be damaged by certain foods. That’s why there are some types of food to avoid with braces<\/strong>. It’s crucial to stay away from really hard or sticky foods. <\/p>

In addition to knowing what type of foods not to eat with braces<\/strong>, maintaining adequate hygiene is critical to preventing stains and cavities from forming around the brackets and wires. If food debris is not completely removed from the teeth and braces, tartar and plaque may build up, causing white spots on the surfaces of your teeth. <\/p>

20 foods to avoid with braces<\/h2>

1. Crisps<\/strong>: This food causes a gummy material to form on the braces.<\/p>

2. Raw celery or carrots<\/strong>: Instead, cook these foods to make them safer to eat.<\/p>

3. Nuts<\/strong>: Hard nuts such as almonds, walnuts, and cashews can damage braces.<\/p>

4. Crunchy peanut butter<\/strong>: The crunchy variety is a no-go, but the creamy version can be eaten with braces.<\/p>

5. Caramel and toffee sweets<\/strong>: This type of sweet is excessively sticky and hard to bite.<\/p>

6. Pizza<\/strong>: Thin crust pizzas are quite easy to chew, but thick crust pizzas might be risky.<\/p>

7. Meat on the bones<\/strong>: Eating any meat from the bones should be avoided.<\/p>

8. Hard crackers or biscuits<\/strong>: Brackets and wires are at risk of being damaged.<\/p>

9. Popcorn<\/strong>: Brackets and wires may be damaged by the hard kernels.<\/p>

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10. Fibrous vegetables<\/strong>: Vegetables like celery have the tendency to wrap around the wires.<\/p>

11. Bagels & pretzels<\/strong>: Your braces may be damaged by this hard, chewy snack. <\/p>

12. Raw fruit<\/strong>: When eating fruit, take it slowly and in little bites.<\/p>

13. Corn on the cob<\/strong>: The corn can instead be sliced off the cob.<\/p>

14. Meat that is tough or chewy<\/strong>: Beef, pork, and chicken can be damaging for braces. Try ground meats or shredded meats as an alternative.<\/p>

15. Corn chips<\/strong>: Another crunchy snack you should avoid.<\/p>

16. Marshmallows<\/strong>: They will stick to your braces and teeth.<\/p>

17. Hard taco shells<\/strong>: Instead, go for the soft tortillas.<\/p>

18. Candy bars<\/strong>: Most candy bars are too hard and sticky.<\/p>

19. Fudge<\/strong>: Your braces may be damaged by nuts.<\/p>

20. Beef jerky<\/strong>: Be careful. Tough jerky can easily loosen wires and brackets.<\/p>

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While wearing braces, you may also avoid foods and liquids that might stain your teeth, such as coffee, tea, and dark sodas.<\/p>

Watch this video to learn what not to eat with braces<\/strong>, and how you still can enjoy your favourite foods.<\/p>

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