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Many people choose to wear cute braces to improve their smiles, but if you’re more self-conscious about your teeth than you are about your smile, then you may have some reservations about wearing braces, especially since there are so many different styles to choose from. Luckily, there are ways to make both metal and clear braces less noticeable—in fact, here are seven ways that people have been able to do this! These tips may not completely hide your braces, but they can make them much less embarrassing.
1) Invest in Bite Turbos
Before your braces are put on, your teeth are prepared for the process with a molding procedure called a bite ramp. A bite ramp is essentially a bridge that will sit between two teeth before getting fitted with braces. These bridges may be made of tooth-colored material or ceramic and can be matched to both retain their aesthetic quality and function properly. Although these initial steps don’t have an immediate impact on your smile, they are great ways to future proof your smile while protecting against any dental issues such as permanent discoloration or an uneven bite. So in short: Bite Turbos -> Cute Braces -> Confidence! (But remember, they still look better when you smile!)
2) Don’t Hide Them Under A Lipstick
If you’re self-conscious about having braces and want them to be less noticeable, lipstick is not your friend. Instead, invest in some good quality clear dental wax that you can apply yourself when you’re taking a break from eating solid foods. Just remember that once you start wearing it, there is no going back. Even if it gets all over your fingers, don’t even think about removing it until after your appointment. If you notice any bleeding from under your bite turbos, rinse your mouth with warm salt water (it also helps with preventing cavities) and talk to your dentist.
3) Go for Clear Aligners
Instead of metal braces, consider clear aligners. Turbos can be great as well—after all, they look and feel like real teeth! Many are even color-coded to match their real-life counterparts (e.g., baby blues and adult pearly whites). Clear aligners come with a few caveats: First, they need constant retightening. Second, they won’t remove more than about one millimeter of tooth misalignment per month (compared with metal braces, which will remove up to four millimeters per month). Finally, some people find that clear aligners wear out over time and will require replacement after about five years—which isn’t ideal for people looking for a long-term fix.
4) Fix/Wear Good Orthodontic Lingerie
If you’re like most women, you hate having your hair pulled back or being told that it’s inappropriate for wearing makeup at work. Well, get ready for a new reality – braces are now fashionable. There are several products on the market today that will help you manage your bite turbos and prevent embarrassing situations from cropping up when people first notice your shiny, new smile. While many of these options fall into a lingerie category, others are actually cosmetic teeth–a welcome change from traditional methods of management. And for even more information about dental lacy undergarments, check out our list below.
5) Consider Dental Trays
Dental trays provide you with a quick and easy way to get your teeth adjusted without having to commit to traditional braces. Like traditional braces, dental trays are created in a lab from impressions of your teeth and gums. The only difference is that unlike traditional braces, which are affixed directly onto your teeth and require frequent visits for adjustments, dental trays are worn for a few hours a day for about two weeks until you’ve achieved proper alignment. Dental trays may be an ideal choice if you want both comfort and beauty; they can even be made in pretty colors or include decals like smiley faces!
6) Do Not Sleep With Headgear On
Sleep with headgear on and you’ll wake up with a crick in your neck. For a more comfortable night’s sleep, wrap your headgear (and possibly both arms) in socks before going to bed. This tip is especially important if you’re just getting used to wearing headgear—as anyone who has slept in them will tell you, they can be uncomfortable at first. If wearing headgear during sleep isn’t an option for you, then look into mouthguards that are designed for nighttime wear instead of hard plastic or metal brackets and wires. These newer appliances are designed so they can be worn while sleeping comfortably, thus eliminating any potential problems that might arise from traditional braces.
7) Change Your Mindset
The way you view your braces is vital in determining how much you’ll fight your teeth and how quickly you can get them off. If you look at them as a lifelong punishment, you’re more likely to avoid brushing, flossing, and wearing retainers (which will actually extend your treatment time). However, if you approach getting braces as something that needs to be done—just like any other important life event such as graduation or buying a house—you’ll take it more seriously. Think of it like an obstacle: In order to cross it and move on with your life (in terms of teeth), there are steps that need to be taken so try putting a positive spin on the braces experience.
