Lingual braces are the same as traditional braces… but they're flipped! With normal braces, you have brackets and other hardware attached to the front surfaces of your teeth. But with lingual braces, your braces are attached to the back (lingual) surfaces of your teeth. This means that they're virtually invisible, but are just as versatile and as powerful as traditional metal braces. If you’re looking for powerful yet discreet orthodontic care in Mission Viejo, lingual braces from Dr. Chris Carter may be right for you. Contact South OC Orthodontics to schedule a consultation today.
First, you’ll meet with Dr. Carter to discuss your situation, get an orthodontic exam, and choose the right treatment for your needs. Lingual braces are an excellent choice, but they may not always be the best for every patient. Dr. Carter will work closely with you to make sure lingual braces are the ideal choice for your unique situation.
At your next appointment, Dr. Carter will place your braces. He will place brackets, bands, and wires on the backs of your teeth, where they will be hidden from view. Then, he will lock the wires into place with elastic bands, and adjust your braces to start moving your teeth. You’ll be sent home with instructions on how to care for your new lingual braces.
You’ll come in every 4-6 weeks for a quick adjustment. During your adjustment, Dr. Carter will tighten your braces to keep them moving into the proper position. He will also check on your progress and make sure everything looks good. You’ll keep coming in for adjustments until your treatment is done, which takes an average of 24 months.
First, you’ll meet with Dr. Carter to discuss your situation, get an orthodontic exam, and choose the right treatment for your needs. Lingual braces are an excellent choice, but they may not always be the best for every patient. Dr. Carter will work closely with you to make sure lingual braces are the ideal choice for your unique situation.
At your next appointment, Dr. Carter will place your braces. He will place brackets, bands, and wires on the backs of your teeth, where they will be hidden from view. Then, he will lock the wires into place with elastic bands, and adjust your braces to start moving your teeth. You’ll be sent home with instructions on how to care for your new lingual braces.
You’ll come in every 4-6 weeks for a quick adjustment. During your adjustment, Dr. Carter will tighten your braces to keep them moving into the proper position. He will also check on your progress and make sure everything looks good. You’ll keep coming in for adjustments until your treatment is done, which takes an average of 24 months.
When you’re smiling, eating, or speaking normally, it will be virtually impossible for anyone to see your braces. Because they're on the backs of your teeth, they're only visible when your mouth is open very wide. This means you can feel more proud and confident about your appearance, especially as your teeth start to look straighter!
Ceramic braces are another option for discreet braces. They're made from ceramic materials that look like your teeth, which makes them less visible. However, these ceramic materials are more delicate than metal. Lingual braces are made of metal, so they're more durable than ceramic braces.
Lingual braces are just as fast as traditional metal braces. The average treatment time is about 24 months. However, some patients could straighten their smiles in as little as 12-18 months. It all depends on your case, so schedule a consultation with Dr. Carter and get an estimate for your treatment time today.
Such a nice place, the office is spacious and welcoming, my kid felt relaxed here. Doctors are knowledgeable, friendly, and attentive to details, they made us feel comfortable and cared for.
My kids really look forward to their dental visits with Dr. John and his wonderful team. There isn’t one thing I would change about the people or the environment at this dental office.
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