How To Eat With Braces And Expander. Hold the expansion by keeping the expander in the mouth. He doesn't have to chew them.
Okay well the expanders suck really. Small bites, and chew well before swallowing. You will be less able to chew food in the beginning so choosing foods and eating techniques that reduce the chance of choking.
Foods for first week of braces.
He doesn't have to chew them. Never bite directly into anything with your front teeth. When i got my braces, i would get some really soft bread and creamy penut butter, that was good, but it would get stuck! Push the expander back into place and contact your orthodontic office right away.