Many patients will avoid investing in braces simply because they are self-conscious and do not want to wear them because they will be visible to tother people. While this used to be a common problem in the past, this should no longer be of concern with the variety of alternatives when it comes to today’s braces, such as lingual 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.
The Advantages Of Lingual Braces
- 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.
The Disadvantages Of Lingual Braces
- Lingual braces are more complicated to install, requiring an orthodontist that has received specialized training in lingual braces, such as Beauty Smile Orthodontics‘ 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.
Since everyone is different, it is always best to consult with your orthodontist in order to determine which orthodontic appliance is right for you and your specific needs.
Contact Beauty Smile Ortho for more information and to see how we can help you achieve a brighter smile, for a brighter future.