Foods that can cause problems
Hard candies, ice, popcorn kernels, sticky sweets, chewing gum and very hard breads can place excessive force on brackets and wires. Biting directly into hard foods can also increase breakage risk.
Eating With Braces
Most foods remain possible with braces, but hard, sticky and very crunchy foods can damage brackets or wires and are best modified or avoided.
Modify rather than eliminate
Apples and raw vegetables can often be cut into smaller pieces instead of bitten whole. Meats can be removed from the bone, and crusty foods can be softened or portioned.
After adjustments
Teeth can feel tender after braces are placed or adjusted. Softer foods may be more comfortable for a short period while the teeth adapt.
Why breakages matter
A broken bracket does not always create an emergency, but repeated appliance damage can interrupt treatment and require extra visits. Contact the orthodontic office if something breaks or causes persistent irritation.
When you need individual advice
BracesinSurrey.com provides general educational information. For diagnosis, appliance problems or a treatment recommendation, contact an orthodontic provider directly.