“Will my teeth be yellow after braces?”

Depends of what you eat or drink

Very doubtful, unless you don't follow your orthodontist's recommendations for cleaning your teeth with the braces. Color changes that occur with braces are usually related to beginning or full-blown cavities. If proper care is not taken, when the braces are removed there could be white spots, which are actually areas where the tooth has been attacked by mouth acids and has lost calcium. It looks whiter, but is flaky like chalk. It is the precursor to cavities. The other colors are yellow and brown, and they usually indicate true cavities. Clean well and consider a fluoride supplement or gel to protect you even more. It requires more skill with braces on, but you can do it.


Dr. Conrad

Only if you don’t brush them.

Dr Jensen

As long as you are diligent with your home care and regular visits to your dentist for cleanings, your teeth should not be yellow.

If you thoroughly clean your teeth daily, and see your dentist for professional cleanings at the recommended schedule, your teeth will not discolor.