7 Things You Need to Know About Lingual Braces

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7 Things You Need to Know
About Lingual Braces
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While lingual braces are nothing new
in the field of dentistry, specifically in
orthodontics, people still have
numerous questions about this
treatment. 
Like all other procedures used to
straighten teeth, hidden braces have
their own advantages and
disadvantages. Read on to know
more.
Things You Need to Know About
Lingual Braces
1. Types
There are several types of lingual
braces. Your choice of brand should
depend upon your orthodontist’s
recommendation as well as your
preference. Regardless of the
developer, the device will work in the
same way. 
The main difference will be in the
design and how the brackets are
cemented at the back of your teeth. 
Some of the most popular brands
include Incognito, In-Ovation, and
iBraces.
2. Duration of Treatment
The process for lingual braces
involves taking an impression of your
teeth, which is then sent to a
laboratory. 
This pattern will be used to create
customized brackets. The process will
take about 6 weeks, and once
complete, you will be soon scheduled
for the cementation of the brackets.
3. Cost
Braces are definitely worth the
investment! However, hidden braces
sometimes require customization to
fit every tooth perfectly, which makes
them more expensive. Lingual braces
cost $5,000 or more.
4. Food Restrictions
Similar to traditional braces, you will
have to avoid biting hard food such
as apple or cob corn, as they could
break the brackets. 
You also have to be careful when
eating sticky foods like caramel and
candies because they easily stick
behind the braces and are very
difficult to brush off.
5. Hygiene Requirements
As with any orthodontic
procedures, good oral hygiene is
important to prevent tooth decay
and gum diseases. You should:
 
Brush your teeth twice daily
for at least 2 minutes;
Use a soft round-bristle
toothbrush;
Floss daily to remove debris
and plaque between teeth; and
Rinse with a fluoride solution
to strengthen teeth.
Lingual braces may irritate your
tongue. Use wax against the lower
teeth to cover the brackets and help
prevent soreness.
Professional dental cleanings every 6
months are also highly
recommended.
6. Comparison to Other Invisible
Braces
Lingual braces are not the only
invisible option, but they are the only
semi-permanent solution. Tray-style
straightening techniques like
Invisalign are removable. 
You have to remember to wear it for a
certain amount of time daily for it to
be effective. Invisalign is also made of
plastic, which cannot fix severe cases.
It also requires more frequent dental
visits.
7. Flexibility
Lingual braces are more flexible. If
you do not have any underlying
medical conditions like an irregular
bite, your orthodontist can just add
brackets only on the teeth that need
straightening.
Purely cosmetic treatment is also not
as expensive as the usual lingual
braces cost because brackets are not
required for all teeth.
Hidden braces are a perfect tool for
straightening teeth and dealing with
more severe dental problems. 
They are almost completely invisible,
hence perfect for people whose social
or professional situation might make
traditional braces more
uncomfortable. 
Unfortunately, not all clinics offer
lingual braces because it requires
additional training and technical
expertise. 
Sunrise Dentistry represents
professionals dedicated to performing
orthodontic procedures. For more
information, call our Durango or
Mancos office at (970) 247-3303 and
(970) 533-7204, respectively.
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