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How to eat with separators in your mouth
Go for soft foods at first.
In order to manage the pain, it's recommended that you go for soft foods until your gums are less sore. This can also make it easier to chew slower and softer, preventing pain associated with biting too hard.
Soft foods are easier to chew and less likely to get lodged between your teeth. Go for foods like mashed potatoes, yogurt, and hot cereal.