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 Can I chew gum with braces?

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TSPeter81
post Jun 27 2016, 12:57 AM, updated 8y ago

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Gum chewing stimulates the release of saliva which washes the mouth and reduces the chances of developing bad breath and plaque, which is associated with a myriad of dental problems. But what to do if we have braces on teeth? Can you chew gum with braces? If you have any experiance, please answer. smile.gif

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rotloi
post Jun 27 2016, 01:35 AM

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No. I heard a girl said it with brace when I tried.to gave her gum
MysticShadow
post Jun 27 2016, 09:56 AM

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The release of saliva may not necessarily help to reduce bad breathe and plaque. If you have plaque on the surface or between your teeth/braces, the saliva combined with the plaque and bacteria calcifies and form calculus (hardened plaque).

My dentist advised me not to chew gum for the duration I have my braces. No reason given and I didn't ask further.
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post Jun 27 2016, 12:07 PM

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Dentist just wanna play safe, but honestly no issues unless you usually chew your gum with the sides of your molar tooth laugh.gif
CallMeBin
post Jun 30 2016, 02:16 AM

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I just chewed as I liked... but I guess it might differ from each person

 

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