5 Most Annoying Things to Eat When You Have Braces

Now all of you out there currently with braces or those of you who have had braces know that there are some extra rules you have to follow when eating. No gum with sugar, no popcorn, and no tortilla chips. Many of us choose to break most of these rules. However, out of the things you are allowed to eat there are a number of really annoying foods that tend to get stuck in between your braces and teeth which can make it awkward for you, especially if you happen to be eating in public. Here now, is my list of 5 things that are annoying to eat when you have braces.

5. Rice

Rice is served a number of different ways, but no matter what way it is served it can manage to get stuck in your braces. Luckily rice grains are smooth and can usually just be rinsed out with a touch of water. I love sushi, and therefore have to deal with this on a regular basis. Sometimes, if you’re lucky, you’ll miss a grain and it’ll fall out a few hours later reminding you of the great meal you had.

4. Corn

Another vegetable is next on the list. Corn has a tendency to lodge into your braces pretty good. Have you ever tried eating corn on the cob with braces? It’s not fun and most of the time knocks off a few of your brackets.

3. Pinto/Black Beans

Now beans are a legume and not a vegetable but they still are annoying to eat while your mouth is full of metal. Beans have the tendency to slide above or below your braces and hug your gums. This fools your tongue into thinking that nothing is there when in fact, there’s a huge black or brown spot right on your smile. Usually some one has to point out that it’s there which is also embarassing.

2. Ground Beef

I love a good burger, but with braces I find that ground beef breaks down to the perfect size that makes it stick right between the braces and the teeth. Usually you can just swish it out with some water, but there are always a few chunks of meat that stay hidden until you go for that french kiss and end up sharing some of your burger with that other person. Good thing I’m married and she HAS to just deal with it.

1. Shredded Lettuce

Now, lettuce in a salad is usually fine because they are broad leaves of lettuce. I’m talking about that lettuce that looks like it went through a paper shredder. This stuff seems to have a life of its own when it gets in your mouth. Every time I eat it there is usually a piece or two that has managed to wrap itself numerous times around the metal band on my braces. This doesn’t just rinse off. It requires a trip to the bathroom and surgical precision in front of a mirror just to get rid of it. That’s why it’s number one.

Did I miss anything that you think should have been on this list?