Though it looks like a lemon gone wild, the Buddha's hand is actually a distinct fruit in the citron family. It has a sweet, lemon blossom aroma and no juice or pulp. The mild-tasting pith is not bitter, so the fruit can be zested or used whole. â¢ Learn more: Seasonal Spotlight: Buddha's Hand.
Quick Answer. It is generally not recommended that patients with braces chew gum, according to Carolina Braces. However, some dentists recommend that patients who must chew gum chew specific types of gum that are nonstick and free from sugar.
2. Bite with the side of your mouth. Especially within the first few days and weeks of getting your braces put on or tightened, it may be all but impossible to bite into anything with your front teeth for a while. Instead, bite and chew with your side and back teeth. 1  Learning to use your side and back teeth more will also help prevent food from getting visibly stuck in your braces, which is what often happens if you bite into something like a sandwich, pizza, or burrito with your front teeth.