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When you’re getting braces, it’s easy to focus on the procedure itself. You have to have your teeth cleaned, which can be uncomfortable, and you have to wear rubber bands on your teeth during the night, which can be unpleasant as well. It’s also important to think about the color of your braces and how that will affect your appearance during this time in your life. The color wheel below will help you decide what the best braces color wheel is for you and your lifestyle. Read on to learn more about picking out the perfect color!

 

Choosing a bright or bold braces color

If you choose a color that is too light, it won’t match your skin tone and will end up looking odd. If you go with a dark color, it may be difficult for some people to get past your braces when they talk to you or look at your face. Neutral colors are generally seen as being professional and formal, so if you’re in a business-related career, neutral would be best. If no one else knows about your braces (i.e., you are invisible), choose any color—it doesn’t matter!

 

Don’t choose too dark braces colors

Unlike makeup, you’ll be wearing braces for years. And while lighter colors like pink and white will help hide stains, they can make your teeth look dingy. You might think it doesn’t matter how dark your braces are, but you’ll end up looking in the mirror every day. A study published in Journal of Orthodontics found patients with darker colored braces perceived their teeth as looking more stained than those with lighter cute color braces; a fact most dentists agree with.

 

Don’t choose too pale braces colors

People with sensitive teeth or those that don’t like their braces colors too bold may prefer lighter shades. However, you might find a case where people with darker teeth and softer palettes will look best in a very pale shade of braces colors. Either way, make sure your dentist knows your preferences before he selects your braces color wheel from his extensive library. Ultimately, choosing a brilliant colored set of braces is entirely dependent on preference; as long as you are able to maintain good oral hygiene habits (brushing and flossing regularly), almost any bright shade of braces colors can complement your smile effectively. For example, consider blue light cosmetic treatment such as Lumineers or Lumineers veneers if you want more tooth structure than what standard dental insurance can cover or allows.

 

Choosing your brace shade by skin tone

If you look at a color wheel of human skin tones, you’ll see that each tone has a natural coloration. You can match your own skin color by looking at one of these wheels, then choosing a lighter or darker shade based on where your natural tone falls on it. Some dentists recommend picking a shade that matches as closely as possible. Another option is to go with something in between your natural and brightest shades—for example, if you're very fair but not quite light enough for Snow White's complexion, you might go with Porcelain (found in between Fair and Light).

 

If you have fair skin, you need warm-colored braces

If you're a cool skin tone, opt for cool-colored braces. Blue, purple and grey tints tend to look great with your skin tone. If you're more of an olive or Asian skin tone, consider a yellow or brown tinted color for your brace. Reds, oranges and pinks usually aren't recommended because they can clash with different shades in your skin tone. The best way to know if a particular shade works with your complexion is by asking someone who knows what they're talking about — a dermatologist or dentist who deals with braces regularly should be able to help you make an informed decision regarding your shades.

 

Cool shades work better with olive, tan or Asian skin tones

If you’re Asian, African-American or have an olive complexion, don’t pick a shade with too much of a cool undertone. Cool tones in some colors can make your skin look chalky and ashy—not good. If you want lighter shades on your braces color wheel, go for greens or yellows. Lighter shades compliment these darker tones well and help minimize any coloring mistakes that might occur when matching. For instance, yellow is better than white if you're having trouble getting matching between teeth and rubber bands. The yellow acts as a fill-in color for any spots that are missing rubber bands; it's sort of like a magic eraser!

 

Warm shades look great on blonde and red hair

If you’re getting braces, you might notice that there’s a lot of talk about color matching. For example, one of your biggest considerations is whether or not you’ll want metal brackets or clear ones—clear brackets allow for a more seamless color match but metal is both stronger and less likely to cause irritation around your mouth. Do be aware that adjusting to braces can take time, especially when it comes to managing food in hard-to-reach places like back teeth; make sure that you give yourself enough time (and extra floss) to adjust before making a final decision on which type of braces will work best for you. That said, if all else fails, know that there are plenty of other options out there!

 

Shade matching your teeth with your new braces

When you’re shopping for your new set of braces, it’s easy to be overwhelmed by all of the color options. After all, there are a lot! But it’s easier than you think: When choosing which color wheel is right for you, just think about what shade matches your natural teeth. The dental experts at Dr. Leahy would suggest clear braces or lightly-tinted blue braces as a good starting point because they allow patients to see their teeth clearly and provide enough contrast for increased confidence. That said, we encourage patients not only to think about color but also how comfortable their brackets will be as well. We offer several materials including ceramic brackets that are more comfortable and virtually invisible with light-colored clothes.