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.
My 20 year old daughter had her braces removed in May. her anterior teeth still wiggle a bit, less than 1mm. Is this normal? Also, her gums became very puffy with the braces and her dentist removed some of the puffy gum tissue. What is the normal approach to puffy gums with braces?