{"id":1773,"date":"2023-09-29T15:10:02","date_gmt":"2023-09-29T15:10:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.serenityortho.com\/blog\/?p=1773"},"modified":"2023-10-30T15:13:16","modified_gmt":"2023-10-30T15:13:16","slug":"4-helpful-tips-for-adjusting-to-braces-at-work","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.serenityortho.com\/blog\/4-helpful-tips-for-adjusting-to-braces-at-work\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Helpful Tips For Adjusting To Braces At Work<\/strong>"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Braces<\/a> are an excellent solution for patients of all ages who want a straighter smile. If you\u2019re just now having them placed as an adult, however, it\u2019s a bit of an adjustment! In the first few days after they\u2019re installed, your body must get used to the new metal brackets, wires, and plastic bands. Then you\u2019ll have to learn how to successfully navigate daily life with them on. Some patients worry about how to cope with their new dental gear in a professional setting, like at the workplace. If this sounds familiar, keep reading for 4 tips that will help you learn to work with braces!<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Tip #1: Watch What You Eat<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You\u2019re allowed to eat what you like once your braces are on, but in the first few days, it\u2019s often helpful to stick with softer foods. You might try pasta, seedless bread, cooked vegetables, pudding, soup, and yogurt until the initial soreness passes. Then you can resume eating more solid foods. For work, that means packing something suitable to eat on your breaks or planning the menu for your lunch meeting in advance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Keep in mind that gum with sugar in it is essentially off-limits, now, because it can damage both your teeth and your orthodontics.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tip #2: Create A Care Kit<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You\u2019ll need to care for your new braces at work just the same as you would at home. Putting together a kit with all the tools you\u2019ll need is a great way to be prepared! It should include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n