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A member asked:
How can eating be easier with upper and lower palate expanders?
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Soft foods.: It might be tough to chew. Stick to soft foods, smoothies and protein drinks.
Answered 10/22/2012
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Palatal expander: It's never easy to eat with these in the beginning however you will adapt. Avoid eating sticky foods. If the teeth ate sore, stick to a soft food diet.
Answered 9/12/2014
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