If you prefer a discreet approach to teeth straightening but you are not eligible for clear aligners, you may consider lingual braces. These braces are fitted behind your teeth and offer the same benefits as traditional braces.
At Harley Street Dental Clinic, we understand that not all alignment problems can be corrected with clear aligners, but that does not mean you need to have a metal smile. Lingual invisible braces in Harley Street are ideal for complex dental problems such as tooth heightening, extraction gaps and rotated teeth. Plus, they are entirely invisible adding to the cosmetic effect.
When you receive lingual braces at Harley Street Dental Clinic, our dentists will ensure they are properly fitted to your teeth. Our specialist dentists, Dr Emma Laing and Dr Darsh Patel, have provided exceptional care to many patients over the years.
What are lingual braces?
As their name implies, lingual braces are metal braces that are positioned on the rear side of the teeth, opposite the tongue. Since they are not fixed to the front of the teeth, they are virtually invisible when you talk or smile. Lingual braces are made of titanium-nickel and they are customised for each individual tooth. Just like metal braces, they apply consistent but gentle pressure to coax the teeth into proper alignment.
What is involved?
Once your dentist has examined your teeth and confirmed that lingual braces will work for you, they will take an impression of your teeth. This impression will be forwarded to a dental lab, where it will be used as a guide to creating the brackets of your braces. The process may take several weeks. Once the brackets are ready, your dentist will glue them to the back side of your teeth using a special dental cement. Treatment time with lingual braces usually takes between 1-3 years. However, the time needed to reposition the teeth depends on how severe your misalignment and bite issues are in the first place. Lingual braces, like other types of braces, require regular cleaning in order to prevent tooth decay and gum disease.
To determine if lingual invisible braces in Harley Street are right for you, contact our practice to schedule an appointment.