Braces & going to the movies.
Eating at the movie theater can be a daunting task. What should you eat? There are so many choices! But when you have braces, it can be a bit more complicated.
If you have braces, here are a few things you should avoid when eating at the movies.
Popcorn:
This is a classic movie go-to for most people. But when you have braces, it's not so simple.
When you eat popcorn with your braces on, the kernels can get caught in the brackets and cause damage. This can easily lead to gum irritation when kernels cannot be quickly brushed out.
Plus, who wants to see a braces smile that's full of popcorn?
Nachos:
This is another classic movie food full of cheesy goodness, but also one to watch out for if you are wearing braces.
The tortilla chips can get caught in the braces and cause the brackets to break loose from the wire. Even if you're careful, mistakes can happen! That's why we just recommend avoiding nachos altogether.
SweeTarts:
This sour-sweet candy has been around since the 1960s but is way too hard to bite down on when you have braces. Leave a comment if you've ever been unfortunate enough to try one... Much too dry, even without braces!
Skittles, Milk Duds, & Sour Patch Kids:
Are you a sweet or sour candy person? If you're like us, there's room for both! Either way -- Beware of these extra chewy candies that can suction to braces.
So... What can you eat at the movies while you have braces?
The good news is that there are still options for snacks that are not off-limits for braces patients. Here are a few of our favorites.
- Cookie dough bites
- Raisinets
- Reese's Pieces and M&M's (without nuts)
- Junior Mints
- Soft Pretzels
- Pizza (without the crust)
- Slushies
We love these movie snack options because they're easy to grab and don't have any significant risk factors when it comes to braces.
What happens if I break a bracket on my braces?
Trust us; we see it all the time. Mistakes happen, or even with our best efforts, a bracket could come loose while eating movie snacks.
If you break a bracket, the Hester & Morris team can help repair your braces at a time that is convenient for you. You can always call or send a message HERE.
Broken brackets can cause delays in your orthodontic treatment, and so for that reason, we will always encourage our patients to stay away from any foods that can cause breakage. Better safe than sorry! Want more info about braces? Check this out!
Put your favorite movie snack in the comments!
