Neon braces bands
Neon braces bands are colored elastic ligatures around brackets that hold the archwire in place; their color does not control tooth movement.
The short answer
A ligature is a small elastomeric ring fitted over bracket wings. The archwire and orthodontic plan create the controlled force that moves teeth.
What is the direct answer?
What does this question mean?
Brush around brackets and under the wire, and avoid hard sticky foods. Colors can be replaced at adjustment visits and may change with food pigments.
What can you do next?
Contact the orthodontic office if a band breaks, a bracket loosens, or the wire causes a persistent wound.
When should you seek dental care?
Ask which colors are available, when ligatures are changed, and what to do if one comes off.
What should you ask the dentist?
Ligatures seat the archwire.
Frequently asked questions
Color is cosmetic.
Plaque control protects enamel.
Can I change colors?
Usually colors are changed during orthodontic adjustment visits.