There are many patients that choose not to get braces simply because they don’t want them to be visible to others. While this used to be a common problem amongst adults and children that wore braces in the past, this is no longer an issue with today’s alternatives to traditional braces.
What Are Lingual Braces?
One common alternative to traditional braces is known as lingual braces. The term lingual means “tongue,’ which means that these braces are worn on the tongue side of the teeth, making them less noticeable to others.
What Are The Advantages Of Lingual Braces?
While lingual braces are not for everyone, if your orthodontist determines that these are a good option for you, there are several advantages to wearing them.
- Lingual braces are ideal for the correction of more complex movements.
- Lingual braces are more aesthetically and cosmetically appealing, especially for adults.
- Lingual braces, as well as the wires are customized to fit each individual’s mouth.
- Since lingual braces are worn on the backside of the teeth, the unlikeliness of noticeable stains after removal.
What Are The Disadvantages Of Lingual Braces?
As with all orthodontic appliances, there are also several disadvantages to wearing lingual braces.
- Lingual braces are more complicated to install, requiring an orthodontist that has received specialized training in lingual braces, such as Dr. Alamir.
- Since lingual braces are customized to each individual, they often require a longer treatment time due to the time it takes to manufacture them.
- Lingual braces can be more expensive than the other alternatives.
- Since lingual braces are attached to the backside of the teeth, the tongue may have a hard time adjusting and they may also affect speech.
- Lingual braces are more difficult to keep clean.
Beauty Smile Orthodontics’ Dr. Alamir specializes in lingual braces, as well as traditional, ceramic, and clear aligners for adults and children alike. Contact us for more information on how we can help you achieve a healthy and happy smile.