Foods on the Naughty List<\/h2>\n\n- Candy canes and other hard candies<\/li>\n
- Peanut brittle<\/li>\n
- Pecan pie<\/li>\n
- Nuts<\/li>\n
- Gingerbread or other crispy\/crunchy cookies<\/li>\n
- Taffy<\/li>\n
- Caramel<\/li>\n
- Popcorn<\/li>\n
- Raw vegetables, such as carrots or other hard-to-bite veggies<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Foods on the Nice List<\/h2>\n\n- Turkey and ham (make sure to cut it into small, manageable bites)<\/li>\n
- Corn (off the cob)<\/li>\n
- Potatoes<\/li>\n
- Stuffing (if it doesn\u2019t have nuts or other crunchy ingredients)<\/li>\n
- Green beans, peas, and other soft, cooked vegetables<\/li>\n
- Casseroles (as long as they don\u2019t contain crunchy or hard ingredients)<\/li>\n
- Soft breads<\/li>\n
- Pumpkin pie<\/li>\n
- Cheese and other milk\/dairy products<\/li>\n
- Soft desserts like gelatin, ice cream, cake, smoothies, and milkshakes<\/li>\n
- Soft cookies and candy (the non-sticky kind without nuts)<\/li>\n
- Hot cocoa and eggnog<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
\u00a0Holiday Tips for Braces Wearers<\/h2>\n
With all festivities happening this time of year, it might be easy to forget your daily brushing and flossing routine. Don\u2019t let that happen!<\/em> Braces create lots of spaces where food particles can accumulate. Enjoy those holiday treats, but brush and floss right after eating. Be sure you take the extra time to thoroughly brush around the brackets and underneath the wires, and use a floss threader if needed when flossing. If you can\u2019t brush right away, drink plenty of water to help wash away the food particles.<\/p>\nIf you\u2019re traveling this holiday, don\u2019t forget to pack a care kit for your braces. It should include these essentials:<\/p>\n
\n- Braces wax<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Dental wax is a must-have for braces; you don\u2019t want to be without it! Your braces may rub against and irritate your cheek, lips, or gums. The best way to treat this is by applying a little dental wax to your braces<\/a>. This will protect the irritated area, help it heal, and prevent further discomfort.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
\n- Travel toothbrush and toothpaste<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 It\u2019s especially important you\u2019re wearing braces to\u00a0brush your teeth<\/em>! Your braces create more surfaces where bacteria can hide. Having a toothbrush and toothpaste handy allows you to brush after every meal and snack.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
\n- Pocket mirror<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 You\u2019ll be able to see if there is any food left behind after brushing.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
\n- Floss\/dental pick<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 The best way to floss your teeth with braces is to use an orthodontic floss threader to thread the floss underneath the wire. You can also use a dental pick to dislodge food from under the hooks and between brackets.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
\n- Orthodontic rubber bands<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 If wearing rubber bands is part of your orthodontic treatment, make sure your kit contains plenty of extras for after lunch or snacks.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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<\/a><\/p>\n\u00a0Happy Holidays from Dr. Andy and Our Team!<\/h2>\n
We hope you and your family have a wonderful, safe holiday season and that the new year brings you plenty of reasons to smile!<\/p>\n
If you\u2019re thinking about braces, we\u2019re here to answer your questions \u2013 schedule a free consultation!\u00a0Contact us online<\/a>\u00a0or call 440-842-8015<\/a>.<\/p>\nStay connected with Doctor Andy on Social Media!<\/em><\/strong>
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Foods on the Nice List<\/h2>\n\n- Turkey and ham (make sure to cut it into small, manageable bites)<\/li>\n
- Corn (off the cob)<\/li>\n
- Potatoes<\/li>\n
- Stuffing (if it doesn\u2019t have nuts or other crunchy ingredients)<\/li>\n
- Green beans, peas, and other soft, cooked vegetables<\/li>\n
- Casseroles (as long as they don\u2019t contain crunchy or hard ingredients)<\/li>\n
- Soft breads<\/li>\n
- Pumpkin pie<\/li>\n
- Cheese and other milk\/dairy products<\/li>\n
- Soft desserts like gelatin, ice cream, cake, smoothies, and milkshakes<\/li>\n
- Soft cookies and candy (the non-sticky kind without nuts)<\/li>\n
- Hot cocoa and eggnog<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
\u00a0Holiday Tips for Braces Wearers<\/h2>\n
With all festivities happening this time of year, it might be easy to forget your daily brushing and flossing routine. Don\u2019t let that happen!<\/em> Braces create lots of spaces where food particles can accumulate. Enjoy those holiday treats, but brush and floss right after eating. Be sure you take the extra time to thoroughly brush around the brackets and underneath the wires, and use a floss threader if needed when flossing. If you can\u2019t brush right away, drink plenty of water to help wash away the food particles.<\/p>\nIf you\u2019re traveling this holiday, don\u2019t forget to pack a care kit for your braces. It should include these essentials:<\/p>\n
\n- Braces wax<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Dental wax is a must-have for braces; you don\u2019t want to be without it! Your braces may rub against and irritate your cheek, lips, or gums. The best way to treat this is by applying a little dental wax to your braces<\/a>. This will protect the irritated area, help it heal, and prevent further discomfort.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
\n- Travel toothbrush and toothpaste<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 It\u2019s especially important you\u2019re wearing braces to\u00a0brush your teeth<\/em>! Your braces create more surfaces where bacteria can hide. Having a toothbrush and toothpaste handy allows you to brush after every meal and snack.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
\n- Pocket mirror<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 You\u2019ll be able to see if there is any food left behind after brushing.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
\n- Floss\/dental pick<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 The best way to floss your teeth with braces is to use an orthodontic floss threader to thread the floss underneath the wire. You can also use a dental pick to dislodge food from under the hooks and between brackets.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
\n- Orthodontic rubber bands<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 If wearing rubber bands is part of your orthodontic treatment, make sure your kit contains plenty of extras for after lunch or snacks.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/a><\/p>\n\u00a0Happy Holidays from Dr. Andy and Our Team!<\/h2>\n
We hope you and your family have a wonderful, safe holiday season and that the new year brings you plenty of reasons to smile!<\/p>\n
If you\u2019re thinking about braces, we\u2019re here to answer your questions \u2013 schedule a free consultation!\u00a0Contact us online<\/a>\u00a0or call 440-842-8015<\/a>.<\/p>\nStay connected with Doctor Andy on Social Media!<\/em><\/strong>
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\u00a0Holiday Tips for Braces Wearers<\/h2>\n
With all festivities happening this time of year, it might be easy to forget your daily brushing and flossing routine. Don\u2019t let that happen!<\/em> Braces create lots of spaces where food particles can accumulate. Enjoy those holiday treats, but brush and floss right after eating. Be sure you take the extra time to thoroughly brush around the brackets and underneath the wires, and use a floss threader if needed when flossing. If you can\u2019t brush right away, drink plenty of water to help wash away the food particles.<\/p>\n If you\u2019re traveling this holiday, don\u2019t forget to pack a care kit for your braces. It should include these essentials:<\/p>\n We hope you and your family have a wonderful, safe holiday season and that the new year brings you plenty of reasons to smile!<\/p>\n If you\u2019re thinking about braces, we\u2019re here to answer your questions \u2013 schedule a free consultation!\u00a0Contact us online<\/a>\u00a0or call 440-842-8015<\/a>.<\/p>\n Stay connected with Doctor Andy on Social Media!<\/em><\/strong> The holiday season is here again, and so are those wonderful holiday treats!\u00a0But holiday food for kids with braces can be tricky\u00a0and\u00a0when you wear braces, many of the seasonal favorites are on the \u201cnaughty\u201d list \u2013 off limits\u00a0\u2013\u00a0until your braces come off and you\u2019re ready to reveal that beautiful smile. When deciding which holiday foods… \n
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<\/a><\/p>\n\u00a0Happy Holidays from Dr. Andy and Our Team!<\/h2>\n
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