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Invisible
treatment with lingual
appliances The
name 'lingual' refers to the attachment of a brace
on the inner surface of the tooth, inside the
mouth, where they cannot be seen. This type of
brace is completely undetectable! This means that
your teeth may be straightened without the worry
that your appearance may be affected during
treatment. Specialist training is necessary to
apply lingual braces, as the technique is
different to that used for conventional labial
braces.
Questions &
answers How long
will treatment take and does it take longer than
normal braces? The treatment time is about the
same as with normal (labial) braces. Depending on
the complexity of the problem, the treatment can
take between 6 to 24 months.
Can anyone have
lingual orthodontics? Age does not limit the use of a lingual
brace. However, it may be more difficult to
provide lingual braces for children since their
teeth may not have fully erupted. If the teeth are
very small it is more difficult to place the
brace. If your teeth and gums are not healthy,
braces are not suitable.
Does it hurt?
Just like normal
braces, lingual braces may be uncomfortable for a
few days. During this time you may take
painkillers to reduce the discomfort and place wax
over the bracket to make it smoother for the
tongue.
Will it affect
my speech? Most
people notice a change in their speech,
particularly over the first few weeks. This
generally improves after an initial period of
adaptation.
Will I be able
to clean my teeth as normal? You do need to spend more time to
cleaning your teeth. It is important to maintain a
good standard of oral hygiene. You may need to
visit the hygienist to have your teeth cleaned
professionally every 3-4 months during
treatment.
Will it work for
me? Yes!
Book an
appointment now for a detailed assessment and
consultation.
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