Getting braces doesn’t hurt, but your mouth may be sensitive in the days following your appointment. Therefore, eating foods that have a tougher texture could cause pain.

Since you’ll also have to learn how to chew differently, your orthodontist will likely recommend only eating soft foods for the first few days.

Ideal foods to eat after getting braces include:

• mashed potatoes
• yogurt
• soups
• scrambled eggs
• oatmeal
• grains
• seafood
• soft fruits
• soft cheeses
• cooked or soft vegetables
• moist desserts
• pasta

Basically, anything that’s easy to chew.

What to keep avoiding while you have braces

Be mindful that braces are sensitive to damage, so you’ll need to avoid certain foods for as long as you have braces.

These include sticky and hard foods that can damage the wires or bands or cause a bracket to separate from a tooth.

Foods to completely avoid with braces include:

• popcorn
• nuts
• ice
• chewing gum
• hard candy
• chewy candy
• pizza crust
• bagels and other hard rolls
• crunchy vegetables and fruits
• hard crackers
• pretzels
• chips

Also, limit consumption of sugary foods and drinks while having braces. When sugar mixes with saliva, it creates a sticky film (plaque) that coats the teeth.

Brushing can remove plaque, but that becomes harder to do with braces. And if you’re unable to remove this sticky film, there’s a risk of tooth decay.

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Just do it.
It’s so easy.
Floss every day
It is impossible to reach the tight spaces between your teeth and under the gumline with a toothbrush. That’s why Bachmann Orthodontics emphasise the importance of flossing every day, especially when you have braces or fixed retainers. We also advise that the best time to floss your teeth is before bedtime.

Are you worried about your oral health? Want to learn more on how to keep your smile beautiful?
Call our Auckland Orthodontic office to schedule your first consultation.
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Kerri Gowler and Grace Prendergast, rowing, coxless pair

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Emma Twigg, rowing, single sculls

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Hamish Bond, Michael Brake, Shaun Kirkham, Matt Macdonald, Tom Mackintosh, Tom Murray, Dan Williamson, Phillip Wilson and Sam Bosworth (cox), rowing, men’s eight

and a big smile to the whole Olympic team.

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>Golden times for the New Zealand Olympic team in Tokyo.

>Golden times at Bachmann orthodontics.

>Golden times for our patients.

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Did you know that our Incognito braces have golden brackets?

Incognito braces are a bracket and wire system that is placed behind the teeth. Manufactured by 3M Germany, Incognito braces are at the cutting edge of invisible brace technology. We’ve talked a lot about Incognito braces on our site because they are such a popular teeth alignment option, especially for our adult patients. Bachmann Orthodontics have trained, certified and specialised in Incognito braces for several years. This is because they believe they have no equal in hidden brace technology. Incognito brace brackets AND wires are custom made for each individual patient, ensuring a perfect fit.

We also offer a lot of other options for your customised Bachmann smile, like, Speed braces, Damon Clear Ceramic Braces or Invisible aligners.

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Call Candice 094481128 and make an appointment today to discuss the best option for you or your child.

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By the way, we have flexible interest free payment options.

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