Can I Eat Chips with Braces?

To prevent damaging your braces, you will want to eat softer chips. These include baked chips, regular "classic" chips, puff snacks like cheese curls and veggie straws, and french fries. These are great foods to eat when you're looking for a snack that won't hurt your braces. Just make sure you eat one at a time to avoid biting down too hard and causing damage to your appliance.

The ideal chip won't force you to bite down so hard and also won't break into little pieces so easily. Harder chips can splinter into small pieces and get stuck between your brackets and wires. Harder chips can also force you to bite down harder which can also lead to appliance damage.

To maintain good dental care after eating chips with braces, follow these steps:

Brush your teeth, rinse, and floss after eating chips. Chips contain starchy carbs that can stick to your teeth, attracting harmful bacteria.

Starchy carbs can lead to tooth decay, so it's crucial to clean your mouth promptly after snacking to avoid complications down the line.

Remember to prioritize your dental health, especially when dealing with braces.

Like all solid food, you should wait a few days before eating chips. Your teeth will be very sensitive when your braces are first put on and eating chips can cause further discomfort. This also goes for when your braces are tightened but you may not have to wait as long since your teeth will be used to your braces.

There are indeed chips you can eat with braces, but you must be careful with what chips you eat. Stick with soft chips that don't require as much force to chew.

Avoid crunchy snacks like hard chips, cheese puffs, and Takis for better orthodontic treatment results. Your healthy smile awaits. Enjoy these treats later without worries.