If you can’t eat with braces, you can try to drink some soup, porridge, milk and other fluids to see if the discomfort improves, if it doesn’t, it is recommended to consult a doctor.
The phenomenon of not being able to eat after wearing braces is often normal, mostly in the first period of wearing brackets or adjusting the strength. At this time, the patient can eat some food that does not require too much chewing, such as milk, soup, etc., generally this discomfort will slowly ease or even disappear.
If the pain does not subside after three to five days or a week, it is recommended that the patient consult a doctor immediately to find out the cause and whether the brackets need to be adjusted or re-worn, depending on the situation.
Patients with braces should follow the doctor’s instructions for diet and other precautions.