Now that December is right around the corner, have you started shopping for the holidays yet? Finding a gift for your friends and family that they’ll truly appreciate can be a challenge, especially if they just started an orthodontic treatment. Thankfully, you can make their holiday season extra merry and bright with the perfect present for their smile! Here are seven fun and practical holiday gifts you can give your loved one with braces in Dayville.

1.) Braces Survival Kit

If you’re looking for a gift for someone who recently started wearing braces, a basic survival kit filled with helpful tools is an excellent choice! Find a small pouch, carrying case, or bag and fill it with items like:

• A compact mirror and threaded flossers to check for left-behind food.
• A mini-toothbrush, mini-mouthwash, and mini-toothpaste for on-the-go cleaning.
• Lip balm, over-the-counter pain relievers, and orthodontic wax to soothe soreness.

2.) Orthodontic Wax

Orthodontic wax is a must-have for braces wearers. High-quality options like Genuine Orthowax, GUM orthodontic wax, and OrthodDots Clear are highly rated options that can help keep them comfortable as their smile is straightened.

3.) A Braces Cookbook

Finding new, safe, and delicious foods to eat with braces can be a challenge. If your loved one is interested in cooking, consider getting them a braces-friendly cookbook!

4.) Electric Toothbrush

A new electric toothbrush that’s specifically designed to clean around and between wires and brackets is another great choice for anyone with braces. Most even come with built in sensors, modes, and timers to ensure that their smile stays strong and sparkling.

5.) Waterpik Ultra Water Flosser

While this flossing aid is a little more expensive than other gift options, parents and dental experts everywhere highly recommend this investment in oral hygiene for those with braces. Not only does it help with the sometimes-troublesome task of flossing with braces, but the cool burst of water can relieve sore gums and teeth.

6.) Ice Cream or Frozen Yogurt Gift Card

Ice cream or frozen yogurt is a fun and delicious present that’s both pleasing and practical. Give them a treat this holiday season with a gift card to their favorite ice cream or frozen yogurt place!

7.) A Brighter Smile

For the person in your life who just got their braces off, or who is about to, you can give them the gift of a brighter smile with a professional teeth-whitening treatment. The placement of braces brackets can sometimes leave teeth unevenly colored. Help them feel more excited to show off their newly straightened smile by bringing them in for a quick, comfortable, and dazzling whitening treatment!

Getting braces can be an exciting time in your friend’s or family member’s life, but it can also be a little bit challenging. Giving them one of these gifts is sure to help them have a fun-filled holiday season!

About the Practice

At Simply Orthodontics, our team of highly trained orthodontists has years of experience helping the smiles of Dayville and the surrounding communities. We offer a wide range of orthodontic treatments, including traditional braces, in a state-of-the-art office that’s focused on your comfort. With a variety of payment options and special offers, we strive to make it simple to achieve your dream smile! To learn more, feel free to contact us via our website or at (860) 774-2008.