Summertime is a wonderful time of the year where families spend their days by the beach, have backyard barbecues, and schedule visits with their orthodontist. Yes, that’s right, we said schedule visits with their orthodontist.  If you ask any teen, they’ll probably tell you that there is no good time to get braces, however, summertime is actually the very best time to get braces. Why Summertime? 1. Time to Adjust - It’s no secret that getting braces can be pretty daunting to the self-esteem of a teenager. Giving them a few months to get used to their braces without being surrounded by their peers at school can make a huge difference in their confidence overall. Similarly, summer helps teens learn important things about wearing and caring for their new braces. For example, Eating a braces-friendly diet. Learning proper brushing and flossing techniques. Feeling comfortable (less pain) with braces on their teeth. Gaining co