Incognito Braces
Lingual orthodontics are not your ordinary "tin-grin" braces. Unlike so-called "invisible" braces, which are merely semi-transparent ceramic or plastic attached to the front of the teeth, lingual braces are attached to the back side of the teeth, which makes them completely non-visible. This advanced method makes lingual orthodontics particularly well-suited for adults, who often want to improve the look and function of their teeth without letting anyone else know about their treatment.
Braces are made up of two main components: the small metal pieces (known as brackets) attached directly to the teeth, and the wire which connects them together (known as the arch wire). With standard braces, the brackets are cemented to the front of the teeth, which are quite uniform in their shape. However, lingual brackets are attached to the back side of the teeth. The back side of each tooth has its own unique shape-unlike the front of each tooth, which is fairly uniform among all people. Standard brackets are mass-produced, but each lingual bracket must be custom-formed to the unique shape of each individual tooth.
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Although there is an adaptation period, the patients' enthusiasm and positive attitude about the braces being invisible seem to help them overcome the problems with speech and tongue irritation. When evaluating patients during the early stage of lingual therapy, approximately 50 percent reported no difficulty in adapting to the appliances immediately after they were placed. The majority of the rest adjusted to the appliances within one week. Lingual braces are the ultimate cosmetic appliance making it a much more attractive and acceptable prospect for adult patients.
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