Just when you thought braces treatment had reached its potential...
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Lingual braces are different to other types of brace because they are fitted to the back of the teeth (the lingual side of the teeth). The braces work in a similar way to normal braces but are invisible to other people because they are attached to the back of the teeth.
Who would benefit from lingual braces?
Lingual braces are a perfect solution for people who are really concerned about their appearance and can't handle the thought of wearing a highly visible metal brace for a long period of time. For many people, the appearance of a brace outs them off having orthodontic treatment, even though they dislike the way their teeth look and could benefit from treatment.
Lingual braces can combat many different types of orthodontic problem but they may not be suitable for everyone; your dentist will advise you about suitable treatments and if you can't have lingual braces, they will be able to discuss alternative treatments with you. If you are worried about the way you will look with a brace, there are now lots of treatments which involve a very discreet, practically invisible brace, which could be suitable.
Are the braces painful?
The thought of having metal braces attached to the back of your teeth isn't all that nice so it's easy to see why people would assume that the treatment is painful; however, as technology has advanced, the braces have become lighter and thinner, meaning there is minimal friction between the tongue and the brace.
To begin with, like all other types of brace, it may take you a while to get used to the brace, but after a few days you will become used to it and you shouldn't experience any pain. Once the braces have been fitted, you will be asked to visit your dentist on a regular basis so that they can check the fit of the braces and adjust them to make sure they are tight enough.
Eating, talking and cleaning your teeth
Wearing braces can alter your daily life in some aspects but you don't necessarily have to make big changes, like many people think. You will need to pay more attention to oral hygiene because often bits of food get trapped in the brackets and wires of the brace and this can attract bacteria; try to keep your brace as clean as possible to reduce the risk of you developing a problem like gum disease or decay. When you wear a brace, unfortunately some foods are off-limits; however, most foods are fine and you won't have to make significant changes to your diet. Foods that you should steer clear of include chewy foods and very hard foods, as they can get stuck in the brace and damage the brackets.
Many people worry that wearing a brace will affect their speech; this may be true when you first have the brace fitted and you may develop a slight lisp; however, your speech should soon return to normal so this is nothing to worry about.
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