Totally relate to that weird loose feeling...it was like my teeth forgot how to chew properly at first, haha. Did anyone else find ice cream or cold stuff oddly sensitive right after braces came off?
Yeah, totally normal. Your teeth have been shielded by brackets for ages, so they're bound to feel a bit sensitive at first. Did you try biting into something super cold right away? I made that mistake with a popsicle—instant regret, haha. Usually settles down after a week or two, though. Have you thought about using a sensitive toothpaste for a bit? Might help ease the transition...
"Did you try biting into something super cold right away? I made that mistake with a popsicle—instant regret, haha."
Haha, been there! My first day without braces, I confidently bit straight into a caramel apple—biggest rookie move ever. Felt like my teeth were staging a protest. Sensitive toothpaste is definitely your friend right now. Honestly, though, marking the occasion with something delicious (but gentle!) is essential...maybe cheesecake or pancakes. Trust me, your teeth will thank you later.
Did you find cheesecake gentle enough? I remember trying it after braces and the crust was surprisingly tough on my teeth...maybe pancakes or soft brownies would be safer bets. Did sensitive toothpaste actually help you much? Curious if it's worth switching brands.
Cheesecake can indeed be tricky—I remember feeling quite anxious about biting into crusts right after braces removal, even softer ones. Pancakes or brownies do sound safer, especially if you're worried about sensitivity. Sensitive toothpaste helped me somewhat, but it wasn't an overnight miracle...took a couple weeks to really notice any difference. Did your orthodontist recommend any specific foods or products to ease back into normal eating habits? I'm still a bit cautious myself and would appreciate hearing what others have been advised.
