Can You Eat Gum With Braces? (5 EPIC AND EASY FACTS FOR MOMS)
Want to keep that minty fresh breath and wondering if you can chew gum with braces? When wearing braces, it’s best not to chew gum, but if you do ensure it’s of the sugar free variety. Gum, for instance, is a sticky substance that puts them at risk. In the process of trying to untangle the mess caused by gum, you will bend the wires that connect your brackets if the gum gets stuck.
Habits are hard to kick we know so in this post, we’ll tell you the facts on chewing gum and braces, what chewing gum is best when wearing braces and what to avoid to allow for a smooth transition into a beautiful smile.
Dr Patti Panucci attended the University of Louisville School of Dentistry for four years, where she graduated with a DMD degree (May 2000) among the Top 10 in her class. Following that, she headed west to Los Angeles to complete her three-year residency at one of the top-ranked orthodontic programs in the country – the University of Southern California.
Along with her certificate in orthodontics, Dr. Panucci earned a master’s degree in craniofacial biology. During those three years, she fell in love with Southern California beach life and decided that this was where her future lay.