Choosing the color of your braces is a fun way to personalize your smile and express your interests. Picking your school colors or favorite sports teams is a great way to show your spirit. But do the colored bands on braces serve a purpose other than giving you a more stylish smile?

Kids who have a habit of sucking on fingers and thumbs have an emotional connection to the habit. Similar to a blanket or stuffed animal that they can’t leave home without. At Cook Orthodontics of Dublin, we understand that it’s a big step in helping kids break the habit and palate expanders with finger reminders are an important tool in your child’s success.