Last updated on august 19 2020 by gio greenard.
Chewing gum with ceramic braces.
Some sources also suggest that sugar free gum carries less risk of stickiness.
The following list is considered to be the best chewing gum when you have braces or invisalign clear aligners.
Braces to enhance the form of the teeth and the appearance of the face take time and cost money so the wearer of braces should be vigilant when eating food or drink that can either destroy parts of the braces or cause tooth decay while the braces are in place.
Gum chewing and bracelets.
While it s not exactly rocket science chewing gum while wearing braces does need to be a bit more strategic.
You can replace all the so called benefits of chewing gum easily without risking your braces.
How to chew gum with braces.
Gum that contains high amounts of sugar tends to be a lot stickier than sugar free gum.
This seal shows that a specific product was tested for safety by the association.
To make matters even more complicated some articles and reports do advocate for gum chewing with braces.
As a new orthodontist patient you will become familiar with the american dental association ada seal.
These medicines last just long enough to mask the pain of your orthodontic adjustments.
There is some evidence to suggest that chewing gum can relieve the pain of new braces and calm down gum inflammation due to the increase in blood flow it causes.
A few alternatives to gum chewing.
When chewing gum with braces it s important to select sugar free options that are less sticky and reduce the risk of it getting stuck in your brackets.
Luckily the materials used to make braces have improved over time and are now more flexible so you can enjoy the benefits of less cavities and fresher breath while chewing gum.