Top 10 Foods to Avoid While Wearing Braces In Chandigarh
- Anshu Gupta
- Jul 11, 2025
- 3 min read
Top 10 Foods to Avoid While Wearing Braces – Orthodontist-Approved Guide
Braces are your ticket to a beautiful, confident smile — but what you eat during treatment can make a big difference in how fast and safely you get there.
At Advanced Dental Care Center, Chandigarh, Dr. Anshu Gupta (MDS, PGIMER Chandigarh) has helped thousands of patients with braces avoid common food mistakes that can delay treatment or damage braces.
Here are the top 10 foods you should avoid while wearing braces — and why.
1. 🍿 Popcorn
Why avoid it?
Popcorn kernels can get stuck between brackets and wires, and unpopped kernels can break your braces.
✅ Tip: Switch to soft, braces-safe snacks like puffed rice or roasted makhana.
2. 🍭 Hard Candies
Why avoid it?
They can crack brackets, bend wires, and leave sugary residue that causes tooth decay.
✅ Tip: If you crave sweets, try soft treats like yogurt or sugar-free puddings.
3. 🍬 Chewing Gum
Why avoid it?
It sticks to braces and wires, making cleaning difficult and increasing your risk of plaque and cavities.
✅ Tip: Use sugar-free mints for fresh breath instead.
4. 🍖 Hard Meats & Bones
Why avoid it?
Chewing tough or bony meats can stress your brackets or wires.
✅ Tip: Choose boneless options, soft kebabs, or shredded meats.
5. 🍎 Whole Apples
Why avoid it?
Biting into whole apples puts pressure on your front brackets, risking breakage.
✅ Tip: Cut apples into small slices before eating.
6. 🥜 Nuts
Why avoid it?
Hard nuts can dislodge brackets or bend wires — and tiny bits get lodged in tight spaces.
✅ Tip: Opt for nut butters or soaked, crushed nuts in smoothies.
7. 🧊 Ice Cubes
Why avoid it?
Chewing ice is one of the fastest ways to break or loosen braces.
✅ Tip: Drink cold beverages with a straw instead — no chewing!
8. 🍕 Hard Crust Pizza & Bread
Why avoid it?
Crunchy or chewy crusts are difficult to chew and may damage brackets.
✅ Tip: Stick to soft crust or thin-slice pizzas cut into small pieces.
9. 🥕 Raw Veggies
Why avoid it?
Hard veggies like carrots and radishes are difficult to chew and may bend wires.
✅ Tip: Steam or grate them for easier eating.
10. 🧀 Sticky Toffees & Chocolates
Why avoid it?
Sticky foods pull on braces, get lodged in tight spaces, and are hard to clean.
✅ Tip: Choose soft chocolates (in moderation) and rinse right after.
👩⚕️ What Dr. Anshu Gupta Recommends
With 25+ years of experience in orthodontics, Dr. Anshu advises:
• Follow the 20-20-20 rule: Chew gently, chew slowly, chew mindfully.
• Rinse after every meal, and brush after sticky or sugary foods.
• Keep a braces-safe snack list handy (we provide one at the clinic!)
🗣️ What Our Patients Say
⭐ “I broke a bracket from eating popcorn – lesson learned! Thanks to Dr. Anshu’s food chart, no more issues.” – Simran, Panchkula
⭐ “The braces-friendly diet really helped me finish my treatment on time!” – Aakash, Mohali
⭐ “Her team explained everything so well. Even my teen follows it now!” – Ritu, UK (NRI parent)
📍 Visit Us:
Advanced Dental Care Center
House No. 20, First Floor, Sector 18A, Chandigarh
📞 Call/WhatsApp: 98551 23234
Protect Your Braces — Protect Your Smile!
Avoiding the wrong foods = fewer emergencies + faster results + healthier teeth.
Schedule your braces consultation with Dr. Anshu Gupta today and get your personalized care kit, including a diet chart, hygiene tips, and more!
