Quick answer
Lavender braces score 38 out of 100 on our Tooth Brightness Index, so lavender has a neutral effect on how white teeth look. Stain risk is low, and lavender ranks number 13 of 27 colours overall. Lavender looks best paired with pink, light blue and mint.
Lavender braces at a glance
Lavender reads as soft and dreamy on teeth, especially in daylight. It pairs well with pink and light blue.
How lavender braces look on a real smile
All four pictures are the same real smile. Only the bands, the pattern or the tooth shade change.
Do lavender braces make teeth look whiter?
Lavender has a neutral effect on how white teeth look. It scores 38 out of 100 and ranks number 12 of 27 colours for whiteness. Mid-tone colours like lavender neither brighten nor dull teeth very much. Here is how the score changes with your natural tooth shade:
| Tooth shade | Score | Compared with navy |
|---|---|---|
| Very white (B1) | 41 | -40 points |
| Natural (A1) | 39 | -42 points |
| Warm (A2) | 37 | -43 points |
| More yellow (A3) | 35 | -45 points |
Scores come from each colour's measured lightness and hue against four real tooth shades. How the Tooth Brightness Index works.
Best colours to pair with lavender
Each picture alternates lavender with a partner colour, tooth by tooth. Tap one to open it in the picker.
Who lavender braces suit
Fair and light skin especially, and spring and pastel looks.
Worth knowing
Lavender is light, so it can pick up some staining. Alternate it with dark purple if you want stronger whitening.
Similar colours to compare
| Colour | Brightness | Stain risk | Guide |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lavender | 38 | Low | This page |
| Purple | 65 | Low | Purple braces |
| Dark Purple | 79 | Low | Dark Purple braces |
| Black | 74 | Low | Black braces |
| Navy Blue | 80 | Low | Navy Blue braces |
| Teal | 36 | Low | Teal braces |
See all 27 colours in the braces colors guide, the ranked list, or let the quiz pick for you.
Try it on your own smile
Spin the wheel, mix two colours and see the Tooth Brightness score live.
Common questions
Do lavender braces make teeth look yellow?
Not much. Lavender is a violet, which sits opposite yellow, so it still cancels some yellow. It is lighter than purple, so the effect is smaller.
Do lavender braces make your teeth look whiter?
Lavender scores 38 out of 100 on our Tooth Brightness Index, number 12 of 27 colours, so it has a neutral effect on how white teeth look. On very white teeth it scores 41, and on more yellow teeth 35.
Do lavender braces stain?
Lavender has a low stain risk (15 out of 100). Dark and strongly coloured bands hide pigments from coffee, tea, curry and cola. Bands are replaced at every adjustment, usually every 4 to 8 weeks.
What colors go with lavender braces?
Lavender pairs well with pink, light blue and mint. Alternate the two colours tooth by tooth, or put one on the top teeth and the other on the bottom.
