Internal (invisible) braces: all the pros and cons of correcting dental occlusion with lingual braces

Straight teeth are not just an integral part of good looks. An incorrect bite can be a serious problem. Interesting fact: braces were invented back in 1776 in France. They looked, of course, far from the same as modern ones: bulky systems with weights extending beyond the oral cavity. Now designs for bite correction may not even be noticeable. We are talking about internal (lingual) braces. What are their features and positive qualities? What's the price? How much should you wear? The main questions about internal braces will be answered by the dentist-orthodontist Sofya Olegovna Remenskaya. The doctor accepts in such a cozy and conveniently located place as dentistry "Smile" on Alekseevskaya

What are internal braces? What are their features and differences from the usual?

Lingual braces - constructions for bite correction. Internal braces are available in plastic, cultured sapphire, or ceramic. Their distinctive feature is that they are installed on the back wall of the teeth and become invisible to others. It happens that the vestibular - external braces made of transparent materials, which are also almost invisible, if you do not look closely, are confused with lingual braces. But no, this is something completely different.

When and how are lingual braces placed? Is the procedure for their installation more complicated than that of conventional braces?

Braces are needed to correct problems such as facial asymmetry, gaps between teeth, teeth turned out to the side, malocclusion, underdevelopment of the jaws.

Installation of braces is a very complex process that requires the concentration of the doctor and the patient's patience. Duration - about 4 hours. Before the procedure, it is necessary to get rid of caries, tartar and all other diseases, including gum disease.

If described in stages, first the patient is sent for an X-ray of the oral cavity, a plaster cast is made, according to which I will make a model of the braces. A treatment plan is drawn up. Then the braces are made (it takes from a week to two months) and installed. Throughout the treatment, the dentist periodically corrects the structure.

Lingual braces fixation procedure:

Despite the standard method, internal braces are somewhat more difficult to place than vestibular ones. Only a well-trained orthodontist who knows his job can cope with this.

What are the pros and cons of lingual braces?

The most important advantage of internal structures is that they can help when "traditional" braces are powerless.

The second plus is that when observing the patient, adjustments can be made to the design of lingual braces

Another plus, which has already been mentioned more than once, is that from an aesthetic point of view, some patients prefer lingual braces. They are not at all noticeable.

Internal braces are much less likely to cause discomfort and gum problems.

In some cases, internal braces are modeled in 3D systems, which means that the result can be seen on the screen even before installation.

What about the cons:

Lingual braces are not suitable for everyone and are not recommended for patients with narrow jaws.

You need to get used to them. Due to the fact that internal braces are installed from the side of the tongue, diction problems may arise at first, but this quickly passes.

Treatment takes longer than with “classic” braces.

They are also somewhat more expensive than vestibular ones.

What is the price for internal braces and which companies are the most reliable?

Lingual braces are an innovative breakthrough in orthodontics. Due to the complexity of the installation, the price for internal braces, as previously discussed, is slightly higher than for vestibular braces. The cost of lingual braces is influenced by the price of a diagnostic examination, which includes an X-ray, an impression, selection of material and others. important aspects, the cost of installation and removal, the frequency with which the correction will need to be made, the complexity of the case and, of course, the price of the product.

In the Smile clinic, the price for internal braces varies from 200,000 to 500,000 rubles.

Lingual braces have long established themselves as a reliable method of bite correction. There are 2 most popular companies: Incognito and WIN.

Internal Incognito braces are manufactured in Germany. When creating a bracket system, all the characteristics of each patient are taken into account. A distinctive feature of this company is the material from which the lingual braces are made - gold alloy. This metal is hypoallergenic, so such braces are suitable even for patients with a tendency to allergies. The cost of treatment with INCOGNITO braces: installation of 230,000 rubles and 380,000 rubles for one or both jaws, respectively.

WIN braces are also made in Germany for individual orders. They are made from an alloy of chromium and cobalt. They are one of the highest quality of all existing bracket systems. The cost of the course of treatment with internal braces WIN: 210,000 rubles for one jaw, 350,000 rubles for both.

Care for all options is the same: once every six months, do a scheduled examination at the dentist, clean your mouth after every meal (rinsing, brushing, flossing), do not eat too hot or too cold. You will also have to give up hard and sticky foods (including chewing gum).

Orthodontist Tatiana Banuzova answers questions about the internal bracket system:

Many people ask, is it difficult to clean the oral cavity when such a structure is installed there? No, it's not difficult at all, you can quickly adapt. In addition, there are now dedicated braces brushes.

Orthodontist Sophia Remenskaya talks about lingual braces:

Is it true that lingual braces are invisible?

Yes, they are not visible at all. Only the patient and the attending physician will know about braces. They consist of plates, which are attached to the inner wall of the tooth with a special solution, arcs, thanks to which is the displacement of the vector of the direction of the tooth, and therefore the correction of the occlusion, and the elements fasteners.

Are there speech problems while wearing lingual braces?

Problems with diction can indeed arise, since when speaking, the tongue stretches towards the upper teeth on some sounds. But they quickly get used to it, so speech problems are a phenomenon only for the period of adaptation.

Can tooth decay occur with lingual braces?

Caries can occur with improper care, but the point here will not be in the braces. If you follow all the doctor's recommendations, internal braces will not cause any trouble.

The result of treatment with internal (lingual) braces:

According to statistics, only 40% of the population have a correct bite and straight teeth. In the modern world, there are a huge number of ways to correct this defect, and lingual braces are one of the best!