Choosing Braces Colors: Guide by Skin Tone, Hair & Personality

Braces colors (elastic ligatures) are changed every 4–8 weeks—fun way to express style.

Color Suggestions by Complexion

• Fair/cool undertones: Silver, clear, light blue, lavender, pink, teal.
• Medium/warm undertones: Gold, bronze, coral, turquoise, violet, neon green.
• Deep/dark skin: Navy, dark purple, emerald, burgundy, hot pink, gold.

Other Considerations

• Teeth whiteness: Dark colors (navy, purple) make teeth appear whiter; yellow/green can accentuate yellowness.
• Seasonal/holiday: Red/green, orange/black, school colors.
• Personality: Bright = bold; pastel = subtle; clear/silver = minimal.

Practical Tips

• Avoid white/clear if prone to staining (curry, coffee).
• Ask orthodontist for color wheel at each adjustment.
• Mix colors (alternating, rainbow).

Oral hygiene (brush/floss around brackets) matters more than color for smile health.