Whats the difference between lingual braces and regular front braces?

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Whats the difference? Why don't they just get the regualr front braces? Braces don't look bad and lingual braces makes you talk funny and proabably harder to brush and maintain and your tounge would hurt more since its always trouching the braces?

Whats the diffrence?
lingual braces are fitted behind your teeth instead of front.
The main difference is where they are attached to the teeth, but you knew that :)

I'm no orthodontist, but here's what little I do know. Lingual braces are done for appearance, and prior to Invisalign, it was really the only way to invisibly straighten teeth. (White brackets come close, but I think they make teeth look lumpy) Because they are slightly more difficult to do, your orthodontist (don't do lingual braces with a general dentist) may charge a slightly higher fee.

Lingual braces are not going to be any harder to brush, but may be much harder to floss. Taking rubber bands on and off would also be more difficult. Tongue irritation and speech alteration (think suffering succotash) are short term problems; you'll hate it at first, but probably get used to it. Most people would speak normally after about a week or two. Reading aloud helps speed up the process. And I'd probably give up your tongue jewelry, if you had any.

Invisalign straightens teeth without the bracket and wire appearance, but certain types of teeth movement are slower, less predictable, or simply impossible with Invisalign. Because of this, lingual braces will remain a rare, but perfectly acceptable treatment alternative for those who want to straighten teeth without it showing wires.  (+ info)

How much does a lingual frenectomy cost?

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I would like to get a lingual frenectomy to get rid of my tongue tie. I have no dental insurance and I just want to pay out of my own pocket. How much money should I expect to pay for the procedure?
My guess is that you don't have a regular dentist~

Call offices in your area and get quotes. Then try to get a personal referral from a friend or relative that has gone to Dr. X themselve and are happy with them.

Then schedule an appointment with Dr. X. They may only do a consultation visit first, and then schedule the frenectomy visit.

The procedure itself is quick once you're anesthetized with a local anesthetic.

:)  (+ info)

My lingual nerve was damaged during wisdom tooth extraction. What can I do to promote the healing process?

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I realize that the resulting nerve damage is sometimes permanent, but more often, slowly heals. Are there any vitamins or supplements that may help support the healing of the lingual nerve?
Unfortunately, time is the answer. There are no nerve healing accelerants. Good luck  (+ info)

Do Lingual Braces work if you have an overbite?

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I would like to get Lingual braces placed behind the teeth however I have an overbite. Has anyone had lingual braces to correct crowded teeth with an overbite. Couldn't they just put the lingual braces on the bottom teeth first and then when they are better aligned fix the top ones?
This would definitely be a question for an orthodontist. You would have to find a orthodontist that is qualified in placing lingual braces on your teeth. Attached is a link that shows the pros and cons of lingual braces.

http://www.archwired.com/ceramic_vs_metal_braces.htm

Here is another link that might help with your question.

http://www.lingualcare.com/patient/about.php  (+ info)

How much do Lingual braces cost for an adult?

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Lingual braces are the ones that are behind your teeth so no one can tell you have braces.
The price would depend on what the Dr charges and what the insurance is willing to pay. You can expect to pay any where between $2,000- $3,000 dollars. The procedure is still the same for lingual braces as it is for facial braces, they are just on the back side of the tooth.  (+ info)

How well do the LINGUAL BRACES and INVISALIGN braces work?

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I am wanting to straighten my teeth, they are not too bad, but would still like them straight! I am not wanting the traditional metal wires over the top of the teeth, and want to know if any one has had the Invisalign's or the Lingual braces and how well the work? What is the average time frame of keeping them on and also the cost (relative to AUD).
Cheers :)
I currently have lingual braces and I am so thankful I got them. The first week was pretty rough, my tongue had to get used to them and I had a lisp for a while. I got them on in January and they should be taken off by September. I only have them on the top of my mouth and my teeth were pretty straight to begin with. I do go in to see the orthodontist quite often though, usually twice a month. The cost for me was $3200 US dollars. I can see the progress already and I can't wait to see my perfect smile...I'm almost there! Good luck!  (+ info)

What does the dentist mean when he sends you to the periodontist to evaluate the lingual?

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Saw my dentist last night on my implants on 8/9. He is sending me in to the periodontist to check the lingual on teeth 7/8/9. What is that and is it more pain and long term or an easy fix?
He wants to check the bone density of your upper front teeth!
to see if the implant took, Did the bone regeneate around the implants?
The periodontist will possibly clean, scrape, underneath the gums or even reshape the gums around the implant areas!

with these procedures he will be using anesthesia and prescribe pain medication and or antibiotics too..  (+ info)

Lingual braces..the one that go in the back of your teeth. How much more do they cost then regular braces?

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I really truly d not want braces but I know I need them t have he perfect smile. I cant stand the look of them on anyone.I heard lingual braces are available. Ones where you can put it on the back of your teeth. What is the prices difference between lingual and regular braces. Are there any more options out there other then these 2, to have the least noticeable braces.
I have lingual braces and LOVE LOVE LOVE them. Had them for about 7 months I think. I had a lisp at first but it went a way in a couple of weeks. My tounge once got caught on a bracket...it sucks when you have a cold and cough bc your tounge pushes forward into the brackets...umm what else..that's bout it..u can always put wax on the bracket to protect your tounge but I hardly ever have to. I LOVE my braces...how crazy is that? Mine were about $2000 more than traditional braces and I had to pay that up front but my ortho didnt charge very much bc I was his 1st patient...I'm sure the price will increase once he gets more experience.

But I dont see why anyone would get any other type of braces...I can already see results..and all you see are my teeth no metal. I had crowding and an overbite that I'm correcting. 30 year old female...felt like I was toooo old to be wearing braces and the lingual ones were a better look for me and I have the money to pay for them so why not!

LOVE THEM!  (+ info)

Are there any problems with leaving a lingual bar on your teeth long term?

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I had braces taken off a couple of years ago. Then went overseas and haven't seen an orthodontist since. Now there are two lingual metal bars still in my mouth. Is this okay having them in long term until I get them taken out? I'm a little scared incase it's not okay!
As long as you will floss under the wires and have your teeth cleaned professionally, it is ok to leave the retainers. I just don't like them when I know my patients can't or won't floss under them because it is time consuming. You can develop serious gum problems if you don't clean the area well enough. Having the retainers there helps prevent relapse movement of your teeth, but if you develop gum disease and bone loss it isn't worth it.
If you've had your wisdom teeth removed and you don't grind/clench your teeth at night when you sleep, you should be able to remove the retainers after a few years. I know Orthodontist will say leave them forever. Thats fine if you are willing to work harder to keep the gums clean around them.  (+ info)

What bite do I have to have to get lingual braces?

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I want to get the "no-show" braces that are behind your teeth - lingual - but I don't know if my bite prevents me from getting them. I have what I consider to be the standard overbite.
If you bite is deep so that you would knock off the brackets when you close you would not be an immediate candidate for lingual braces. You might have to start with traditional brackets and then progress to lingual. Good luck  (+ info)

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