Can You Eat Popsicles With Braces? (Yes Yes Yes)

Can You Eat Popsicles With Braces? There is no doubt in my mind that the answer is yes. Although chewing ice is not recommended when wearing braces, popsicles are a different animal, as they are softer, and in fact very soothing for people wearing braces. Because of its hard texture, it is not recommended that you bite into it. Wires can be bent or brackets can become loose due to it.

What types of popsicles should I avoid with braces? You should avoid hard popsicles, such as lollipops, as they can potentially break or loosen your braces. It’s best to choose soft popsicles, such as fruit juice popsicles, that are easy to chew and will not damage your braces.

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How to Eat Popsicles with Braces

1. Choose a soft popsicle: Avoid hard popsicles, such as lollipops, as they can potentially damage your braces. Soft popsicles, such as fruit juice popsicles, are typically safe to eat with braces.
2. Cut the popsicle into small pieces: This will make it easier to chew and will help prevent damage to your braces.
3. Chew slowly and carefully: Take your time when chewing the popsicle to avoid damaging your braces.
4. Brush and floss after eating: It’s important to brush and floss your teeth after eating a popsicle (or any other food) to remove any food particles that may be stuck in your braces.
5. Follow your orthodontist’s instructions: Your orthodontist will provide specific instructions for caring for your braces and avoiding damage. Be sure to follow these instructions to ensure that your braces stay in good condition.

Food “hardness” and food “stickiness” should be considered when determining what is okay to eat while wearing braces.

To prevent bending or breaking the wires in your mouth, avoid chewing anything that has hard chunks. Damage can be caused to wires by popcorn kernels, nuts, seeds, hard candy, apples, crunchy vegetables etc.

Getting stuck between the wires and brackets of your teeth can be a problem with sticky items that do not “clear” the mouth quickly. The likes of gum, caramel, taffy. Avoid eating foods that stick between your teeth, even if you don’t have braces.

After eating, excellent oral hygiene is essential with braces. After eating, swish vigorously with lots of clean water if you’re at school/work during the day

Use a soft-bristled toothbrush to brush your teeth thoroughly, but gently. Use a water pick to reach those hard-to-reach places, and use interdental brushes/picks to get between your teeth.

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Summary

So, can you eat popsicles with braces? Yes, you can eat popsicles with braces, as long as they are soft and you avoid hard or crunchy toppings. Hard popsicles, such as lollipops, can break or loosen your braces if you bite into them directly, so it’s best to avoid them. Soft popsicles, such as fruit juice popsicles, are typically safe to eat with braces. Just be sure to cut the popsicle into small pieces and chew slowly and carefully to avoid damaging your braces.

Post eating make sure you follow the oral hygiene tips below.

If you are wearing metal braces, we recommend cleaning your braces within the next 60 minutes after eating and foods. Follow these simple tips to ensure good oral hygiene.

• Spend two minutes brushing your teeth. Take 30 seconds to brush your upper right, lower right, upper left, and lower left sections of your mouth. Make sure your teeth are brushed on both the outside and inside. For two full minutes of brushing, set a timer.
• Using a threader or Waterpik is recommended. The most challenging aspect of oral hygiene when wearing braces is flossing. Threading floss through the wire will be easier if it is attached to a threader. To remove further plaque, use a sawing motion. Water flossers are also recommended. Water is used to clean, and flossing is easy and quick.
• At night, you should use mouthwash. Consider fluoride mouthwashes that protect enamel and fight caries. Any food particles will be removed after one minute of rinsing. Inspect the mirror after rinsing to see if any spots were missed.

You should consult with your dentist first to find out what kind of guide to follow based on your treatment condition before consuming your favorite foods.

For more foods, read our comprehensive post of what you can eat with braces.

Can You Eat Popsicles With Braces?

Perry Stevens

Perry heads up a dynamic marketing team that has help the leading orthodontic practices in the USA 10X their business for over a decade. He’s a tea connoisseur, avid reader, traveling and grower of exotic fruits in his permaculture food forest.