After the appearance of invisible braces, the number of adult patients who want to correct an incorrect bite and align the crooked teeth has significantly increased. Invisible braces are the so-called lingual braces, which are attached to the inside of the tooth row, which makes them visually invisible. But, before you put on the teeth invisible braces, you should evaluate all the pros and cons, because they have both advantages and disadvantages.
The device of invisible brackets
Invisible lingual braces are usually made of metal, which shortens the duration of treatment. Their device is constantly being improved. So, the first lingual braces had a very cumbersome design, but modern systems are comfortable and aesthetic. In the manufacture of such braces for calculating the ideal form of the location of teeth today, special computer programs are used.
Absolutely all orthodontic abnormalities can be corrected with the help of invisible braces. But they are particularly effective in treating deep bite .
Advantages of installing invisible brackets
- The process of treatment with lingual systems passes absolutely unnoticed for other people, so with such braces, a person will not experience psychological discomfort during communication.
- Invisible braces practically do not injure the mucous membrane of the oral cavity.
- The demineralization of tooth enamel, which can occur during treatment, and is noticeable after the removal of ordinary braces, when wearing a lingual system is observed less often. This is due to the fact that the inner surface of the tooth is stronger and less sensitive to the processes of decalcification and caries, so the teeth remain more protected from unwanted effects.
- A positive result of treatment is noticeable already in the process of wearing braces, because nothing blocks the teeth from the outside.
Disadvantages of invisible braces
- Greater than the standard braces, the time of getting used to them and some problems with diction in the first weeks of treatment. However, as you get used to it, speech defects are gradually eliminated.
- More complex maintenance of braces, a difficult process of cleaning your teeth.
- Technical difficulties when installing lingual brackets and monitoring them, which requires high professionalism and extensive experience of the orthodontist in this field.
- High cost - lingual braces are the most expensive orthodontic device.
Regardless of the type of braces you prefer, remember that for quick and effective treatment, you should follow all orthodontist recommendations and visit it regularly to adjust the system.