There is the option to get self ligating ceramic braces though so if you have gotten your braces on yet ask your orthodontist about it.
How to keep ceramic braces white.
They can also be more expensive and.
Ask your orthodontist for tooth colored wire.
To keep your ceramic braces in tip top shape.
Usually clear or white ligatures are used with ceramic braces for a more discrete look but these elastics are highly susceptible to color degradation.
And visit your orthodontist regularly.
This process is typically thought of as whitening because the ceramic braces appear to be white in color 1.
There are also clear removable braces which are removable and are a little bit like the retainer that is worn at the end of your braces to keep the teeth in place.
However the truth of the matter will be revealed when the brackets get removed.
Brush and floss after every meal.
Most people assume whitening toothpaste is best to keep the ceramic braces stain free but this is actually a bad idea.
If you have clear braces it s important to keep them clean 1.
Here are 6 tips for caring for your ceramic braces.
Your teeth will of course be whitened and so will your brackets.
Keeping your teeth white while wearing braces can be challenging.
But they re a little less durable and may take much longer to correct your bite.
This is less noticeable and will blend better with your ceramic braces and clear ligatures.
Ask your orthodontist for self ligating ceramic braces.
Ceramic braces can be a great choice if you want to keep your braces low key.
These braces are often made of porcelain and are a clear alternative to traditional metal braces 1.
There are some choices you can make however to make them even less obvious.
Fortunately ceramic braces are already far subtler than traditional braces.
Avoid whitening products which would lighten only part of the tooth not covered by a bracket.
Avoid foods like coffee wine and soda that are known to discolor teeth.