All About Lingual Braces

Have you heard about lingual braces from either a friend or your doctor? Are you someone who needs lingual braces but aren’t sure what they are? If you find yourself asking these questions and need some answers then look no further. Read this post to find out more about lingual braces and hopefully your questions will be answered.

What are lingual braces?

Unlike your typical braces that are placed on the front of your teeth, lingual braces are placed behind your teeth. If you are worried about people noticing your braces then lingual braces might be your best option as they aren’t visible compared to your typical braces.

How do lingual braces work?

With lingual braces your doctor will need to take an impression of your teeth and send it to a dental lab so they can create custom brackets designed for your teeth.  Once the brackets are made then your doctor will cement the brackets to the back surface of your teeth using a special process.

How much do lingual braces cost?

If you are on a budget but need braces then it might be best to stick to traditional braces rather than opting for lingual braces. However if you aren’t on a budget and you would consider lingual braces then talk to your orthodontist and find out. If you have dental insurance you can always call your insurance to find out if they will cover the cost of your lingual braces. Remember that because lingual braces are a bit more complex than your typical braces they will cost more.

If you are definitely considering to get lingual braces, then hopefully these facts helped you but if not then please speak to your orthodontist and hopefully they will be able to give you a better understanding about lingual braces.