11/25/2025
The Thanksgiving feast is here, and so are the choices. White meat or dark? Two plates or three? And if you have braces, you may be wondering what foods are safe to eat and what should be avoided if you are wearing orthodontic appliances such as braces, clear aligners or expander.
With a little guidance, you can enjoy the banquet while preventing plaque and cavities, and keep from hurting your teeth and damaging your braces.
A general rule to follow while filling your holiday plate is to avoid foods that are hard or sticky. Foods that are hard or crunchy increase the chance of damaging wires and brackets, while sticky foods tend to get caught in between the brackets and teeth.
Also, just a friendly reminder, it is important to limit the amount of sugary treats you eat. And it’s not a bad idea to brush your teeth after all those slices of pie. Your teeth will thank you if you keep these tips in mind as you are indulging. From all of us at Molen Orthodontics we wish you and your family a happy and healthy Thanksgiving!
