Virtually Invisible
Lingual braces are fitted to the back of your teeth, so they are hidden from view when you smile.
Lingual Braces
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Dental clinic in Shoreditch, London
Lingual braces can be the ultimate choice for some people when it comes to orthodontics, because they have all the advantages of fixed braces but with nothing visible from the outside.
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What Are Lingual Braces?
A lingual brace is a fixed brace fitted to the inside surfaces of the teeth, unlike traditional braces that sit on the front, like normal braces.
They are able to move teeth in exactly the same way as normal fixed braces, but because they're hidden behind your teeth, they are much more discreet and don't tend to be visible under normal circumstances.
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How Much Do Lingual Braces Cost?
The cost of lingual braces at The Modern Dentist depends on how many teeth need treatment:
Single arch (upper or lower teeth): £4,500–£5,500
Both arches (upper and lower teeth): up to £9,500
Lingual braces are usually the most expensive type of orthodontic treatment.
This is because there tend to be very high costs for the orthodontist, as the devices need to be manufactured and tailor-made.
Unlike traditional braces, lingual braces involve much trickier and more difficult techniques.
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How Do Lingual Braces Work?
Lingual braces work very similarly to fixed braces.
Metal brackets are bonded to the inner surface of the teeth, and archwires are threaded through these brackets, allowing very carefully controlled pressure to be applied to the teeth.
The entire lingual brace is manufactured for the patient by a laboratory based on digital scans, and then fitted in a very specific way to the inside of the teeth.
Benefits Of Lingual Braces
Highly Effective
They can achieve precise tooth movements and treat a wide range of orthodontic problems.
Suitable for complex movements
They can be used for tooth movements that may be more challenging with some other discreet orthodontic options.
No need to remember to wear them
Unlike removable aligners, lingual braces remain attached to your teeth throughout treatment.
No visible braces
You can straighten your teeth without having brackets and wires visible when you smile.
Continuous treatment
Because they are fixed to your teeth, treatment continues throughout the day and doesn't depend on remembering to wear your appliance.
Lingual Braces Procedure
A step-by-step guide to your lingual brace treatment
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Your orthodontist will decide whether or not you are suitable for lingual braces.
Certain clinical scenarios and types of bite mean a lingual brace isn't the ideal treatment, in which case the orthodontist will advise you to consider other options such as Invisalign or fixed braces.
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Before and After and Testimonial — View Close Up
Why Choose Lingual Braces?
For those patients who really don't want anything visible at all when they speak or smile, lingual braces provide an option that doesn't show.
They move teeth in the same way as conventional fixed braces but are more complex, partly due to the very restricted space on the inside of your teeth, and all the chewing and grinding that happens on these surfaces.
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Before and After Lingual Braces
Considerations with Lingual Braces
Before choosing lingual braces, there are several things to be aware of:
They're more expensive than any other orthodontic treatment because the appliances need to be made by an external company, and the treatment is highly complex and difficult compared to other forms of treatment
There can be issues with speech, due to the altered position of the tongue hitting the teeth in certain sounds
They can be more likely to require ongoing repair during treatment due to damage from chewing and grinding
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Do Braces Hurt? – Dr. Jyoti Vasudev Explains
Disadvantages Of Lingual Braces
Higher cost – Lingual braces tend to be more expensive than traditional fixed braces and Invisalign, which can make them less suitable for some budgets.
Initial speech changes – Some patients experience a temporary or sustained lisp while they adjust to having brackets on the back of their teeth.
Tongue irritation – Because the brackets sit behind the teeth, they can initially cause irritation or discomfort to the tongue.
More care when eating and cleaning – Certain foods can increase the risk of brackets becoming dislodged, and keeping the back surfaces of the teeth clean can require additional care.
Get Lingual Braces In Shoreditch, London
Located at the City end of Shoreditch, we are very accessible by tube:
Two minute walk from Old Street Tube Station (Northern Line)
Ten minute walk from Moorgate/Liverpool St Tube and rail stations (National Rail, Elizabeth Line, Central, Circle, Hammersmith & City and Metropolitan Lines, and London Overground).
We are on many bus routes, including the 43, 55, 135, 205, 214, and 243.
There is some limited Pay & Display street parking across the road from the practice and a nearby car park on Clere Street.
We have good disabled access for all our treatments and services, including our OPG and CBCT scanner and our well-proportioned bathroom.
We look forward to welcoming you in person very soon!
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Dental clinic in Shoreditch, London
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FAQs
Lingual braces are best for patients who don't want anything visible on the outside of their teeth, while still getting all the advantages of a fixed brace, including efficient movement for difficult tooth movements and speed.