Foods to avoid
Foods to Avoid
with Braces
At Buena Vista Orthodontics, your comfort and results are our top priority. Some foods can damage your braces or Invisalign attachments, cause discomfort, or slow your treatment progress. To keep your smile on track, here’s what to avoid and how to eat smart during orthodontic treatment.
Hard Foods to Avoid
- Nuts (peanuts, corn nuts)
- Granola bars
- Candy or foods with nuts
- Peanut brittle
- Corn chips (e.g. Fritos)
- Doritos or tortilla chips
- Popcorn
- Hard crackers (e.g. Wheat Thins)
- Ice
- Hard candy
- Ribs
Sticky Foods to Avoid
- Caramel
- Candy bars
- Gummy bears
- Taffy
- All chewy candy
- Licorice
