Rubber Band Horoscopes: What Your Color Says About You

26One exciting part about wearing braces from Brodsky Orthodontics is getting to choose the colors of your rubber bands. Orthodontists place elastic bands, or ligatures, over each bracket to secure the archwire in place. These rubber bands may be individual or connected, depending on your mouth’s needs. From Dr. Joel Brodsky and Dr. Charles Brodsky, you have the option of choosing the color of your elastics, which are changed about once every month at every visit. Our offices keep a color wheel handy to help you choose which ones suit you best!

Children and teens often enjoy picking different colors each month to express their creativity and coordinate their braces with outfits. Decorating your mouth with your favorite colors is fun for kids and takes some of the stress out of wearing braces. Adults who wish for subtlety have color options that blend in with the metal brackets and archwire. Common choices for adults include silver, clear, and gray tones.

Common Color Combinations for Rubber Bands

With individual ligatures for each bracket, you may choose different color combinations for special events. You can have alternating colors or place an entire rainbow over your teeth. Here are a few options to consider:

School spirit colors
Favorite sports team colors
Patriotic colors
Holiday themes

Some patients choose only one color to match their mood, personality, or favorite outfits. The palette of choices allows you to make bold statements with your braces or go for subtler tones that blend in with the metal structures. Keep in mind that bright colors make your teeth look whiter, while lighter shades, such as yellow and white, may cause your teeth to appear less bright.

What Your Rubber Band Color Says About You

Red tones indicate that you are ready for action and take charge of your life with aggressive, forward-thinking steps.
Blue tones are calm and relaxing. You are conservative and exhibit integrity when dealing with situations.
Green tones represent growth and balance. You are level-headed and look for opportunities to grow emotionally and spiritually.
Purple tones attract creative energies. You like to have fun and use your imagination in every aspect of your life.
Orange tones indicate that you are optimistic and thrive in social situations where communication is open.
Pink is a romantic color that represents a caring personality. You also enjoy having fun with silly games and endless laughter.

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