Quick answer
Pink braces score 25 out of 100 on our Tooth Brightness Index, so pink has a neutral effect on how white teeth look. Stain risk is low, and pink ranks number 15 of 27 colours overall. Pink looks best paired with purple, light blue and lavender.
Pink braces at a glance
On teeth, pink reads as soft and cheerful. It looks best in good light and pairs naturally with purple, lavender and light blue.
How pink 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 pink braces make teeth look whiter?
Pink has a neutral effect on how white teeth look. It scores 25 out of 100 and ranks number 16 of 27 colours for whiteness. Mid-tone colours like pink 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) | 28 | -53 points |
| Natural (A1) | 26 | -55 points |
| Warm (A2) | 24 | -56 points |
| More yellow (A3) | 22 | -58 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 pink
Each picture alternates pink with a partner colour, tooth by tooth. Tap one to open it in the picker.
Who pink braces suit
Pink suits fair and light skin especially well, and hot pink stands out beautifully on deeper skin. It is a top pick for playful and pastel styles.
Worth knowing
Lighter pinks can pick up colour from curry, turmeric, tomato sauce and cola, and may look slightly orange by the end of a cycle. Hot pink holds its colour better.
Similar colours to compare
| Colour | Brightness | Stain risk | Guide |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pink | 25 | Low | This page |
| Hot Pink | 38 | Low | Hot Pink braces |
| Light Pink | 8 | High | Light Pink 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
Why do pink braces turn orange?
Pink bands absorb pigments from strongly coloured food and drink, especially turmeric, curry, tomato sauce and cola. The yellow-orange pigment mixes with the pink. The bands are replaced at your next visit.
Do pink braces make your teeth look whiter?
Pink scores 25 out of 100 on our Tooth Brightness Index, number 16 of 27 colours, so it has a neutral effect on how white teeth look. On very white teeth it scores 28, and on more yellow teeth 22.
Do pink braces stain?
Pink has a low stain risk (14 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 pink braces?
Pink pairs well with purple, light blue and lavender. Alternate the two colours tooth by tooth, or put one on the top teeth and the other on the bottom.
