Last update: 15-05-1404 Confirming doctor: Dr. Saeed Qureshi Author: Maryam Davari

The effect of chewing gum in orthodontics on the treatment process of one of People's concerns are especially in young age. Because some people use different gums during the day due to habit or the desire to smell good.

Continuously chewing gum can be effective in the treatment and effectiveness of orthodontics. This is the reason why the use of gum during orthodontics is not recommended in many cases. Join us in the next sections to provide more and complete explanations about the effects of chewing gum on orthodontics.

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Can you chew gum with orthodontics?

In order to know whether you can eat gum with orthodontics or not, we must consider the effects of this work on the structure and different parts of orthodontics. dental orthodontics is made of different parts, among which we should mention braces and special teeth.

Chewing gum during the day can put pressure on braces and orthodontic wires and cause them to break or loosen over time. This issue will be effective in the orthodontic process and its results. The loosening of orthodontics causes that the required pressure is not applied to the teeth and ultimately you cannot achieve the desired result you are considering.

Is chewing gum harmful for orthodontics?

As we mentioned in the previous section, chewing gum in orthodontics is not recommended; Because orthodontic nutrition is very important and it can distract you from the treatment results. One of the disadvantages of chewing gum in orthodontics is its high sugar content and the possibility of tooth decay in orthodontics; effect of soda on orthodontics due to too much sugar in it, it appears as an increased possibility of tooth decay.

In the following, we intend to fully examine the losses that this work can cause.

Bending of orthodontic wires

The main adverse effect of chewing gum in orthodontics can be seen on the wires and the orthodontic device in general. Dental orthodontics has a special and at the same time delicate structure that must be adjusted with great precision. Otherwise, it will not apply the required pressure to the teeth and will not be able to lead them to the desired result.

Chewing gum continuously can cause wires to bend or break. Also, in some cases, we will see the brackets falling and loosening, which will mess up the orthodontic settings in general.

Incoming orthodontic O-ring

In the treatment process according to the prescription of orthodontic doctor, you should use special orthodontic o-rings. These O-rings are responsible for placing the teeth in the best position and increasing the pressure on them. Orthodontic O-rings are opened and re-installed while eating and maintaining oral hygiene. Chewing gum when the o-rings are installed causes them to come in and completely destroys the effects of these rubbers.

Gum sticking to brackets

Gum sticking to orthodontic brackets can be considered as one of the most frequent problems in this field. This is more common for fixed metal braces. Gum has adhesive properties, so it is obvious that chewing it in this position will cause it to stick to brackets and various orthodontic equipment.

In this case, it will be much more difficult to clean the brackets and wires. There is a possibility that the effects of the gum will remain on the brackets and over time, the plug will form on the tooth and decay, which should not be ignored. So, apart from orthodontics, the use of chewing gum can also affect the health of the teeth.

Increasing the cost of orthodontics

In general, orthodontics should be considered as an expensive and expensive treatment method. Chewing gum in the treatment process is considered as a limiting factor in guiding the teeth to the right position.

So you should know that this has an effect on the dental orthodontic price and can increase the payment costs. In this case, the orthodontist has to put more pressure on your teeth with specialized settings and take a longer period of time to guide them. These actions will directly affect your payable cost.

Is chewing gum without sugar allowed in orthodontics?

In the previous episodes, we answered the question Is chewing gum harmful for orthodontics and recounted its effects. Some people who are fond of chewing gum throughout the day substitute sugar-free gums to reduce the effects of orthodontics. Based on the research conducted in this field, we must say that sugar-free gums have far less stickiness than regular gums. This makes the possibility of them sticking to the brackets and orthodontic device to decrease.

For this reason, we can claim that sugar-free gum is somewhat less harmful for dental orthodontics. However, still using sugar-free gums can endanger the health of your braces.

Does chewing gum in orthodontics reduce orthodontic pain?

Orthodontics is a treatment method with pain and discomfort, which is felt especially at the beginning of the treatment period. Each time adjusting the orthodontic wires will increase the pressure on the teeth and tissues inside the mouth. This pain is often annoying and people may use painkillers to tolerate it.

Although extensive research has been done in this regard, we do not have any scientific facts to show that chewing gum in orthodontics can reduce pain. Since the side effects and harms of chewing gum in this period of time are far greater than its benefits, we recommend that you do not do this as much as possible.

Orthodontics is a long-term and fundamental treatment that directs the teeth to a better position by applying pressure so that eventually the person has smooth and uniform teeth. During the treatment, you will have various dietary restrictions, such as the prohibition of chewing gum in orthodontics, which you must adhere to in order to obtain a favorable result.

You can receive orthodontic services under the supervision of Dr. Qureshi, one of the best orthodontists active in Tehran. Dr. Qureshi explains all the restrictions and precautions during the consultation session so that you can be satisfied with the results after the treatment.

Dr. Saeed Qureshi

Dr. Saeed Qureshi, an orthodontic specialist with more than 20 years of experience in the treatment of jaw and teeth abnormalities, is the first member of the specialized board of the country, has the specialized board of orthodontics from Canada and is a member of the American Association of Orthodontics (AAO). To book an appointment and receive advice, you can visit any of the three specialized orthodontic centers in Tehran (located in Saadat Abad, Tehran Pars and Nawab areas) or the Qom orthodontic office under their management.

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