I've actually found scrambled eggs to be one of the easier foods, weirdly enough...but maybe that's just me. The key for me was cooking them really gently—low heat, stirring constantly so they stay super soft and fluffy. I haven't noticed bits getting stuck much at all when they're done that way. But yeah, rinsing afterward is still a smart move. Everyone's different though, so it might take some experimenting to see what works for you.
I've actually had a bit of a different experience with scrambled eggs—maybe it's my cooking skills, haha, but even when they're super soft, tiny bits still seem to find their way into places they shouldn't. Could just be my teeth being extra sensitive lately though...who knows. Weirdly enough, I've found oatmeal or yogurt easier on days when my jaw feels like it's locked up tight. Both are pretty gentle to chew and don't leave much behind. But yeah, like you said, everyone's different—it's all trial and error until you find something that doesn't make your mouth feel worse after eating. Scrambled eggs are tasty though, so maybe I'll give your slow-and-steady method another shot sometime.
I totally get what you mean about scrambled eggs. Even when they're soft, those little bits can sneak into awkward spots—been there myself. One thing that helped me was adding a splash of milk or cream when whisking the eggs. It keeps them fluffier and smoother, and somehow less crumbly. Also, cooking them on super low heat, stirring constantly, gives you really creamy eggs with fewer pesky bits.
But yeah, oatmeal is definitely a jaw-saver on tough days. I sometimes toss in mashed bananas or applesauce to change up the flavor without adding anything crunchy. Yogurt's great too, especially if you blend it with some frozen fruits to make a smoothie. Smoothies have been a lifesaver for me when chewing feels impossible...
Anyway, hang in there—it does get easier with time. And who knows, maybe your next batch of eggs will turn out perfect!
I feel you on the scrambled eggs thing. My kiddo's been struggling with braces lately, and eggs were supposed to be our easy go-to meal...but nope, those sneaky little bits always find a way to cause trouble. I'll definitely try your tip about adding milk and cooking slower—maybe that'll help.
Smoothies have been a lifesaver here too, but I'm curious, do you find that cold stuff sometimes makes the jaw pain worse? My son says smoothies are great at first, but after a few sips, the cold seems to trigger more discomfort. We've tried room-temp smoothies (sounds weird, I know), and they're not exactly tasty. Maybe lukewarm soups or pureed veggies could be better?
Also wondering if anyone's tried mashed sweet potatoes or avocado? They're soft enough, but I'm worried they might stick around teeth too much...any experiences there? Just trying to avoid another painful cleanup session afterward.
Mashed sweet potatoes were a lifesaver when I had braces. They're soft enough to eat comfortably, and honestly, they didn't stick around my brackets as much as I expected. Avocado was trickier—tasty, but yeah, it did tend to linger a bit more. Warm soups were great too, especially blended ones like butternut squash or carrot ginger. And about the cold smoothies...I totally get that. Maybe try sipping slower or using a straw to bypass sensitive teeth? Hang in there, it gets easier!
