Of all the fixed brace options, lingual braces are the hardest to spot, because the brackets and wire are bonded to the tongue side of the teeth. In exchange, most people put up with a sore tongue early on and a lisp that usually improves but can linger for months, spend longer cleaning, and pay more than for conventional braces. Research comparing them with braces on the front of the teeth is limited, but in suitable cases with an experienced clinician they can achieve similar results.
We cover how they work, which bites they suit and how they stack up against other discreet choices in our main article, lingual braces: the hidden braces fitted behind your teeth.
If you are still comparing, it may help to see how ceramic and metal braces differ, or read our look at braces versus aligners for adults.
Lumi Dental offers fixed braces and clear aligners, and can refer you to a registered orthodontist if lingual braces look like the better fit. Book a free consult through our current deals, or read about our general dentist services in Melrose Park. After an assessment, you will usually receive a written treatment plan, often by email.
