The right braces band colour can make your smile look brighter, and even make your teeth look whiter. Since bands are usually changed at each appointment, colour is a fun way to express your style. The key is to match it to your skin undertone and tooth shade.
This article shows a real Kira result for a warm undertone, the colours to skip, and how to care for braces according to the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO).
A real Kira result for a warm undertone
Here is a real Kira result for the question “which braces band colour suits me?”. Kira reads the skin undertone and tooth shade from a selfie, then recommends band colours with previews, plus colours to avoid.
According to Kira, this selfie shows a warm undertone with fairly bright teeth, so darker, cooler band colours are the most flattering. The recommendations:
- Maroon makes teeth look whiter and contrasts with the skin tone.
- Deep Teal adds a cool effect that highlights how bright the teeth are.
- Burgundy adds elegance and makes teeth look cleaner.
Kira suggests avoiding yellow, which tends to make teeth look more yellow, and light green, which can make teeth look dull. Kira's tip: pick a colour that suits your undertone, and keep the bands clean so they stay bright.
Kira's suggestions are about looks, not orthodontic advice. Choosing and changing bands is still done by your dentist or orthodontist at your appointments.
Not sure of your undertone? Read how to find your skin undertone. For a matching smile, see lipstick colours for tan skin.
How to keep braces clean
According to the AAO, brackets and wires create extra spaces where plaque and food can collect. Even the prettiest bands look dull if the area around them is not clean. The AAO recommends:
- Clean every day with a soft-bristled toothbrush and fluoride toothpaste.
- Floss every day. With braces, you may need a floss threader or an orthodontic flosser.
- Use extra tools when helpful, such as interdental brushes for brackets and wires, or a water flosser.
- Avoid hard and sticky foods that can damage braces. Choose softer foods and cut fruit and vegetables into smaller pieces.
- Never skip appointments for adjustments and cleaning, and keep seeing your dentist for routine care.
When to contact your orthodontist
According to the AAO, persistent gum bleeding is not a normal part of orthodontic treatment. Do not stop cleaning an area just because it bleeds a little, since that can leave more plaque behind. Contact your orthodontist or dentist if bleeding does not improve, gets heavier, happens without brushing, or comes with significant pain or swelling.
Ask Kira which band colour suits you
Send Kira a smiling selfie in natural light on WhatsApp and ask which braces band colour suits you. Kira reads your undertone and tooth shade, then recommends colours with previews. See the braces colour example.
Frequently asked questions
How do I choose a braces band colour?
Match it to your skin undertone and tooth shade. Take a smiling selfie in natural light and send it to Kira. Kira reads your undertone and tooth shade, then recommends band colours with previews, including the colours you are better off avoiding.
Which braces colours make teeth look whiter?
In a real Kira result for a warm undertone, maroon was said to make teeth look whiter, deep teal to highlight their brightness, and burgundy to make them look cleaner. Yellow and light green were best avoided because they can make teeth look yellow or dull.
How do I keep braces clean?
According to the American Association of Orthodontists, clean your teeth every day with a soft-bristled brush and fluoride toothpaste, floss daily, use interdental brushes or a water flosser when helpful, avoid hard and sticky foods, and never skip your scheduled appointments.
Is it normal for gums to bleed with braces?
According to the American Association of Orthodontists, persistent bleeding is not a normal part of treatment. Keep cleaning gently, because avoiding the area can leave more plaque. Contact your orthodontist or dentist if bleeding does not improve or gets worse over time.
Sources
Facts in this article refer to the sources below.
- Detail
- Behel
- Undertone
- Senyum
