Super Bowl Sunday—it can bring out the best in people.
Families come together in matching jerseys, new recipes are tried, and old
traditions come to light. Hopefully, this sounds like your own Super bowl
celebration last night. As most people know though, the big game can also bring
out the worst in people. Friends become enemies, things may be broken, and
let’s face it…that New Year’s resolution we all made to make healthy eating
decisions? Chances are that went out the window last night, too. It’s okay.
You’re not the only one whose hand was caught in the cookie jar…literally.
Assuming your celebration didn’t result in anyone’s teeth
being broken after a lost bet or good old sibling rivalry—although, please head
to the dentist if for some reason it did—we’re going to focus on what some of
those snacks may have done to your braces and how you can take care of it!
Snack culprit #1—Chicken
wings. They’re probably America’s favorite Super bowl Sunday snack. What’s
not to love? They’re the perfect size for simultaneously snacking and yelling
at the television screen, they’re smothered in tangy sauce, and they’re easy to
dip in even more sauce, i.e. ranch dressing. These were made to be devoured. If
you’re sporting braces, though, they can easily become a problem food. Tugging
the meat off the bone is almost the same as eating corn on the cob. If you
still couldn't resist this tasty treat, make sure to take extra care of your
teeth in the next couple of days. Brush with care and remember to floss, floss
some more, and floss again!
Snack culprit #2—Chips
and dip. The two of these together have become a party staple. What is a
chip after all? It is a mere vessel for dips that are still not socially
acceptable to be eaten alone (although, something that yummy really should be
by now). Salsa, guacamole, French onion, queso with chili, bean dip, ranch…the
list goes on and on. It’s not the dip that’s harmful—not to our braces anyway.
It’s those hard chips. They can cause the wires and brackets in braces to break,
causing discomfort and unnecessary orthodontist visits. If you’ve noticed
damage after munching on hard snacks, a visit to Texas Orthodontics may be
needed to get you patched up.
Though we only mentioned two, there are so many hard-to-resist
Super Bowl snacks and it’s alright if you let the excitement of yesterday’s
game get the best of you. We’re here to help you get back on track. We want you
smiling as big and bright as the Seahawks were last night. You may not have
just won the biggest game of the year, but if you continue to take care of
those pearly whites, you will win the
confidence that only a beautiful smile can bring. That’s something that will
last for many Super Bowl parties to come.
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