Braces are considered a milestone for most children; however, when it comes to orthodontic treatment, many kids don’t focus on the impact it can have on their smile’s appearance, instead fixating on dietary restrictions or lifestyle changes they’ll have to make. That said, as a parent, you can easily help ensure your child’s smile remains dazzling as it’s being straightened. Continue reading to learn more about some braces colors that tend to make teeth appear whiter, along with advice for helping your child maintain a white and healthy smile throughout their orthodontic journey!
What Braces Colors Can Accentuate the Whiteness of My Child’s Teeth?
During each routine check-in appointment with your child’s orthodontist, their braces will be carefully inspected and adjusted as needed. This is crucial for keeping treatment right on track. However, the excitement of these appointments has to do with the small elastic bands that cover the brackets—these come in numerous colors and are changed during every appointment, and children often love this part of the process!
But did you know that certain colors can make the underlying teeth appear whiter? It all has to do with contrast. For example, darker shades like royal blue, purple, navy, and even black can make the teeth appear whiter. However, this isn’t the case with every dark-tinted color—dark green or brown should be avoided, since these can sometimes resemble food particles or plaque.
White braces usually won’t fit the bill, either – not only can light-colored bands become stained and discolored over time (just like the teeth themselves), but they can also make your teeth appear more yellow. The same applies to yellow, gold, and other similar shades. If your child’s teeth have a bit of a natural yellow tint to them, then clear braces might be a good option.
How Can I Help My Child’s Smile Look Its Best with Braces?
Even though the color of your child’s elastics can play an impactful role in the appearance of their teeth during braces treatment, it’s just one of many factors in play. Teeth can still become discolored while wearing braces, and the issue might even seem more noticeable than usual due to the presence of the brackets and wires. This is part of why oral hygiene is incredibly important—by encouraging your child to brush and floss every day, you’ll be keeping your teeth as white as possible.
All of this goes to say, when taking your child to their routine check-in appointments, help them understand the impact certain colors can have! If they’re young and don’t mind wacky colors, let them select their favorites; however, if your child is older and cares greatly about their appearance, nudge them toward a color that’ll benefit their grin!
About the Practice
Our team here at Simply Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics has served the needs of families in Randolph and the surrounding community for several years, offering a wide variety of life-changing services for children of all ages, including traditional metal braces, clear aligners, and beyond. If you have any questions about the blog or you’d like to get in touch with us to set up an appointment, please reach out online or call today for more information or assistance. Telephone: (781) 218-7342.