Modern braces technology allows you to have many treatment options. One of the most popular innovations is Damon Clear braces, a low-profile treatment that provides fantastic results. Damon Clear braces work like metal braces, but use clear ceramic brackets that blend with your teeth. This ensures you can have the confidence to show your smile during treatment.
Patients exploring their treatment options ask, “Do clear braces stain?” While ceramic brackets resist stains, they can become discolored if you don’t properly care for them. Luckily, there are steps you can take to prevent staining. Keep reading to learn how clear braces stain and ways to avoid it.
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What Stains Ceramic Braces?
Every orthodontic treatment requires you to carefully consider which food and drinks you consume. The same goes for clear braces because what you eat and drink may affect your brackets.
Food and drinks that can lead to staining include:
Candy: Most candies include pigments that can stain your teeth after you eat them. Hard, fruity candy, dark chocolate bars, and other sweets can stick in your braces and may cause cavities.
Sugary drinks: Like candy, most sugary drinks have bright or dark colors. Drinking these with a straw can help minimize the liquid’s contact with your teeth.
Spicy foods: Dishes made with spices like cumin, cayenne pepper, curry powder, turmeric, and tomatoes can stain your braces and teeth.
Fruits: Blueberries, oranges, pomegranates, strawberries, and others are healthier food choices, but can lead to discolored brackets if you eat them in large quantities.
Coffee and tea: Pigmented drinks can discolor your braces over time.
Learn more about Damon Clear braces when you schedule your free consultation! We will discuss your orthodontic goals and review your treatment options.
How to Prevent Ceramic Braces from Staining
Having braces requires you to care for your teeth consistently and thoroughly. Not only will proper braces care prevent staining, but it will also prevent cavities and gum disease.
Steps you can take to prevent staining include:
- Brushing your teeth after every meal
- Flossing every day
- Rinsing frequently
- Avoiding tobacco products
- Minimizing foods and drinks that stain
- Using a straw when drinking pigmented drinks
- Avoid tooth-whitening toothpaste because you may see where your brackets are placed when you finally remove them.
Bovenizer & Baker Orthodontics Will Help You Achieve a Stunning Smile
From your first appointment to the day you reveal your new smile to the world, Drs. Bo and Baker are here to support you every step of the way! Following their care instructions will help ensure that you get the most from your treatment. This includes brushing and flossing daily and avoiding certain foods that can stain your teeth or lead to cavities.
Schedule an appointment today to learn how Damon Clear braces can help improve your confidence and give you a healthier smile!
