Happy Halloween!
6 Candies to Avoid if you’re Wearing Braces Happy Halloween! We are just days away from our spookiest holiday of the year. With things approaching fast, we are in full Halloween mode. We are currently running our annual costume contest on Facebook. If you haven’t had a chance to enter, make sure you submit a photo in the comments of our contest on Facebook of you or a family member wearing your costume! We can’t wait to see how everyone dressed up this year – including our own Smile Solutions Team! During this time, we love to get out in our community and participate in all the festivities. A few of our favorite places to go are Downey’s Farm Market, The Apple Factory, Martin’s Family Fruit Farm, Dixie Orchards, Big R’Apple Farm and Albion Orchards Farm & Market. Since it’s the season of eating, some of the things that are enjoyed by our team members are picking apples, grabbing the perfect pumpkin, and making delicious desserts. There are also farm stores that tend to carry seasonal treats and products that make for excellent dinners. Oh, and while you are out at the farms don’t forget to do the corn maze, one of our favorite activities here at Smile Solutions Orthodontics. Of course, we’re sure many of you will be enjoying all the goodies this holiday season, always remember to maintain your dental health. We highly suggest that you do not eat any type of nuts, hard kernels of popcorn, caramels, gummy bears, gum, or toffee. In general, try to avoid sticky, chewy, hard foods and any foods that are high in sugar. We also recommend brushing your teeth at least three times a day. Reminder for all of our patients, with the upcoming holiday season we advise you to schedule your appointments as far in advance as possible. We want to wish you all a terrific Halloween and hope to see you soon at your next appointment.
Adults and Braces
Nowadays, many adults are taking advantage of getting straighter teeth with braces. Dr. Eckler, Dr. Leung and Dr. Black and our team love to help patients create the dazzling, confident smile they’ve always wanted. Our adult patients usually fall into two categories: some had braces in the past but didn’t wear their retainers, while others are brand-new to wearing braces. Either way, both groups want the same thing: straighter teeth and a beautiful smile! You will have several options for getting braces, depending on your financial situation and how quickly you would like your treatment to finish. Traditional metal braces are a less-expensive option and can help people who have severely crooked teeth. But many adults may not prefer this option because they dislike the appearance of metal brackets. If you’re concerned about how you’ll look, we offer clear ceramic braces that aren’t as visible. These are more expensive than metal braces, and patients need to be careful with colored drinks that can stain them, such as coffee or red wine. Another popular option is a clear aligner treatment called Invisalign®. This type is practically invisible; it uses a series of aligners that are customized to fit your teeth. The process of straightening your teeth can last anywhere from three to 18 months. For people who have extreme bite problems or crowded teeth, a different method may work better. Don’t hesitate to call our Mississauga and Brampton, ON office today to set up a consultation. Dr. Eckler, Dr. Leung and Dr. Black will help you choose the best option so you can be on your way to a straighter, more confident smile!
Make Your Braces Bands Work for You!
Well, of course, they already are working for you—as an essential part of the alignment process. Rubber bands, also known as elastic ligatures, are used to secure the wires inside your brackets. But bands can be more than functional. Since the ligatures around each bracket are replaced when you visit our office, why not use that opportunity to choose a new color scheme as well? Make a Statement Bands offer a chance to coordinate your braces to an interest, team, or event. Are you a swimmer? Maybe cool blues and turquoises appeal to you. Batman forever? Black and yellow. (That will work for beekeepers, too.) Have a favorite sports team? Choosing team colors will support your team with every smile. Love your school? Show your spirit by wearing bands in your school colors. Favorite time of year? Celebrate by selecting festive bands in holiday colors. Suit Your Mood Fiery reds and oranges, tranquil blues and greens, millennial purples and pinks, or exuberant neon—you know that there are just some colors that suit your personality. Showcase that personality with your choice of band color. And if your mood changes, choose shades that express a completely different side of you. Coordinate Your Colors Match your bands to your eye color, your makeup, or the clothing colors you choose most often. If there’s a color profile that works for you, make your bands a part of it. If you don’t want everything matching, complement your coloring or clothing with a different but coordinating shade for a cohesive effect. Keep a Low Profile Most adults will stick with a monochromatic set of bands, and this might be a look that appeals to you as well. Grey and silver bands will blend nicely with silver braces. If you have clear or white brackets, you might want to test out which bands will be least noticeable. Clear bands can become discolored, and white bands can make teeth look darker. If there’s a band which mimics your own tooth color, this will be the choice for you. Make Color Theory Work for You Certain colors and tints bring out the best in your tooth color and work with your skin tones. White and yellow bands might make teeth appear duller, and any shade combination that resembles food particles (greens, browns, and black) is probably not a look you’re going for. Have fun with a color wheel and decide which colors you find most flattering. Make your bands more than a tool—make them an accessory. There are so many colorful options available that you are bound to happen on a color scheme that just suits you. And if you change your mind? Change it up during your next visit to our Mississauga and Brampton, ON office!