Many people are unhappy with the appearance of their teeth and consider having them straightened. However, the idea of wearing metal braces for months on end can be discouraging for adults and teenagers alike. Lingual braces, although made from metal, are conveniently hidden behind the teeth, offering an invisible way to straighten your teeth.
Invisible braces were first developed the 1980s, yet not all dentists have the specialised training necessary to provide the treatment. Our experienced dentists at Harley Street Dental Clinic are trained to provide invisible braces in Harley Street.
What exactly are lingual braces?
Lingual braces look just like conventional metal braces, except that they are fixed behind the teeth, opposite the tongue, which hides them from view and makes them nearly invisible. Just like metal braces, lingual braces consist of metal brackets and wires that are used to move the teeth with gentle but constant pressure over time.
What should I expect?
If you decide to proceed with lingual invisible braces in Harley Street, your dentist will need an accurate impression of your teeth in order to create the customised brackets that are going to be glued behind each tooth. The impressions will be sent to a specialised laboratory to ensure that your braces are a perfect fit.
During your application appointment, your dentist will glue each bracket behind your teeth with the help of a special dental adhesive. Once the braces are on, the wires will be placed in order to connect them and start moving your teeth to their new position.
Benefits of invisible braces in Harley Street
As expected, lingual braces have many benefits over conventional metal braces. The primary advantage of lingual braces is that they are much more discreet than regular braces as they are almost impossible to see. Lingual braces can be worn by children, teenagers and adults and unlike Invisalign, they work better for a variety of more complex dental issues such as crowding, spacing, crossbites and underbites.
Are you interested in invisible braces in Harley Street but you don’t know where to start? Contact us today and we will book a consultation appointment for you.