Pizza was a whole other challenge... had to let it cool and cut it into tiny bites for a while.
Man, I hear you. After I got my crowns (and emptied my wallet), I basically lived on mashed potatoes and yogurt—anything else felt like chewing glass. Pizza was a luxury item, had to dissect it like a surgeon just to avoid another dental bill. Still can’t look at a bag of chips without flinching...
Haha, yeah, pizza was basically my Mount Everest after getting a couple fillings. I’d stare at it like, “Is this worth the risk?” Ended up nuking it till it was soft and basically eating it with a fork. Chips are still off-limits… too crunchy, too risky.
Haha, yeah, pizza was basically my Mount Everest after getting a couple fillings. I’d stare at it like, “Is this worth the risk?” Ended up nuking it till it was soft and basically eating it with a fork.
That’s exactly how I felt after getting my braces tightened. Pizza just sat there, taunting me from the box, but I couldn’t even imagine biting into the crust. I actually microwaved mine too, but honestly, sometimes even then I’d just pick off the toppings and leave the base behind. The whole “eating with a fork” thing became my new normal for a while.
Chips are a hard no for me too… tried one once and instantly regretted it. The crunch sent this weird jolt through my teeth and I was convinced something was about to snap off. It’s wild how much you start analyzing every food texture when your mouth is sore.
I’ve started making little cheese quesadillas instead—soft, cheesy, and zero risk of cracking anything. Not quite pizza, but it gets the job done when cravings hit. Anyone else find themselves overthinking every snack now?
I totally get what you mean about overthinking every single bite. After I got my first set of veneers, I was so paranoid about cracking one that I basically lived on mashed potatoes and soup for a week. Pizza was this mythical food I’d just stare at, wishing my mouth felt brave enough. That first attempt at eating it with a fork felt ridiculous, but hey, desperate times…
Chips are still a no-go for me during any kind of dental recovery. The snap is just too risky, and honestly, nothing ruins a snack faster than worrying you’re about to undo all that dental work. I’ve found that soft tortillas with cheese or even scrambled eggs can scratch the “cheesy comfort food” itch without the stress.
It’s wild how much you notice textures and temperatures, right? I used to laugh at the idea of “sensitive teeth” commercials, but now I’m that person wincing at cold water. But honestly, it does get easier—your mouth figures things out, and you start trusting it again. Until then, soft foods and patience are pretty much the secret recipe.
It’s wild how much you notice textures and temperatures, right? I used to laugh at the idea of “sensitive teeth” commercials, but now I’m that person wincing at cold water.
That hits home for me. After my crowns, I had a weird phase where even lukewarm drinks made me flinch. Did you ever try those little silicone mouth guards at night? My dentist suggested them after I chipped a veneer in my sleep (didn’t even know that was possible). Now I’m just careful with crusty bread and apples—no more biting straight in. Ever find a trick for eating salads without feeling like you’re chewing gravel?
