One of the most exciting and fun parts of wearing braces are getting to choose the colors of your Braces rubber bands. Selecting the color of your braces bands can refresh your look and bring a smile to your face. Whether you want to express your creativity, match your braces bands with your outfit, or show some serious school spirit, embellishing your mouth with colorful braces bands can be fun. So, what do your braces rubber band colors say about you? Let’s take a look together with Orthodontic Experts!
What are the Rubber Bands for Braces?
The rubber bands or better known as orthodontic elastic bands are needed along with the braces to put additional pressure on the teeth for better and effective alignment.
Types of Rubber Band Braces
There are several types of rubber band braces namely; triangle rubber bands, class 2 elastic, class 3 elastic, cross elastic, anterior elastic, Box rubber bands, interarch rubber bands, open bite elastics, ligature, and elastic separator.
- Triangle rubber bands; are v-shaped and their purpose is to fix the position of the canines.
- Class 2 elastic; their purpose is to fix class 2 div 1 malocclusion, anterior open bite, and midline deviation.
- Class 3 elastic; they help push forward when one or more upper teeth are towards the inside.
- Cross elastic; used to fix crossbite. It is connected to the teeth in the same jaw to fix a tooth out of place.
- Anterior elastics; fixes the deep bite or overbite and the distance between the front teeth.
- Box rubber bands; work to close the gap between teeth.
- Interarch rubber bands; are used to connect the brackets of the two arches. How they are used depends on their role in the treatment.
- Open bite elastics; are needed to fix open bites.
- Ligature; used to hold the brackets in place and gives the option to make the braces colorful.
- Elastic separator; needed to create the required space between the teeth.
Different Color Bands for Braces
Red Orthodontic Rubber Bands – indicate that you like the challenge, always ready for action and take charge of your life with forward-thinking steps. Red color is also the color of the heart, so red braces rubber bands show that you’re a caring, loving person.
Green Braces Bands – green color in general represents growth and balance. You are the type of person who’s always on the move. It also means you’re generous and kind. Green is the color of nature and spring, so it says you love Mother Earth.
Pink Braces Rubber Bands – pink color is romantic and represents a caring personality. You also enjoy having fun with silly games and endless laughter.
Blue Rubber Bands – mean you’re chill – as cool as a cucumber. Blue tones are calm and relaxing. Choosing this color means you are conservative and exhibit integrity when dealing with situations.
Orange Orthodontic Rubber Bands – orange tones indicate that you are optimistic and thrive in social situations where communication is open. You’re daring, wild and fun. Orange color also may indicate you have a big personality and that you don’t care what other people think about you. However, orange is also the color of balance and energy.
Purple Braces Rubber Bands – purple color attracts creative energies. You’re the creative type, for sure.
You beat to a different drummer and think outside the box. It says you’re mysterious. You like to have fun and use your imagination in every aspect of your life.
If you’re still stumped as to what colors to choose, ask your orthodontist or a member of our Orthodontic Experts’ team and we can let you in on all the braces rubber bands trends! You can also check out Paint Your Smile application that was designed by 3M for teen patients like you who want to have fun choosing their own elastics and brackets used for metal braces. In three easy steps you can get a good idea of what you would look like with braces that follow a certain color scheme. The final image that you produce on the website can be shared via your social media sites such as Twitter and Facebook.
Are rubber bands for braces supposed to hurt?
They are a cause of pain when you newly get your braces. But the pain can be relieved in different ways such as applying orthodontic wax, for example.
Why we use elastics with braces
The brackets of the braces are used to apply force on the teeth, but the elastics are used to keep them connected and apply collective force long-term.
How often to change rubber bands on braces
The rubber bands are supposed to be changed 3 to 4 times a day. They have to be changed especially after meals.
How fast do rubber bands move teeth?
If the rubber bands are worn as directed, they can move the teeth in 6 to 8 months on average.
Talk to us now about Braces Bands
After all, if you have any questions regarding braces rubber bands or orthodontic issue, you should definitely give us a call at (847) 749-4340 and we will be happy to help you or schedule an appointment for you.
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