What You Need To Know About Incognito Braces

For years, the only option for those who sought correction of their teeth was to settle for the traditional metal braces. Of course, not everybody is comfortable with the idea of smiling and displaying a mouthful of metal.

Fortunately, a new solution has emerged...

What are They?

Incognito braces are specially designed to fit behind your teeth. They are also referred to as lingual braces due to their proximity to the tongue. These braces were pioneered 25 years ago in Japan and the United States. The technology utilized in inventing such braces involves the use of a gold alloy to design the brackets and wires.

The Benefits of Use

The benefits of lingual braces are numerous and varied. Listed below are just some of the reasons:

1. Aesthetic Appeal

Lingual braces are undetectable by others; unless, of course, you mention that you are in fact wearing them. This is a huge advantage for those whose work would not otherwise permit them to wear braces, for example models.

2. Tailor Made for You

Lingual braces are bonded to suit different individuals' teeth and jaw structures: no two braces are similar. Therefore, almost any biting problem you might have can be corrected by such braces.

3. Enjoyment of a Wider Food Range

Going the incognito way allows the wearer to eat a far wider variety of foods as compared to the limited range that wearers of traditional metallic braces are restricted to.

4. More Efficient

Lingual braces correct problems that other types of braces cannot, such as narrowing extraction spaces and correcting height problems in teeth.

Are There Any Disadvantages?

There are a few minor drawbacks to wearing lingual braces. Below are some of the known demerits, which can be tackled during the initial dental appointments:

- High Cost

Fitting your braces in an incognito way, coupled with the dentist's fee comes to about 10,000 Australian Dollars. On the other hand, as per the Journal of Clinical Orthodontics, a set of metallic adult braces costs roughly 6,000 Australian dollars.

- Potential Delay in Fitting Braces

It can take up to 4 months for the dentist to procure a set of braces that are incognito. In addition, they take considerably more time to fit than traditional braces.

- Excessive Salivation or Slurred Speech

Positioning of the braces may make it difficult to articulate yourself due to your tongue being consistently impeded by them. In spite of this, most patients adjust to this minor problem within the first few weeks of wearing them. According to the Australian Society of Orthodontists, braces may also interfere with playing of musical instruments, until the patient adjusts to wearing them.

- Mouth Ulcers

During the initial stages of wearing such braces, the wiring may injure your tongue and cause ulcers.

Fortunately, all these disadvantages can be dealt with easily by a good dentist or orthodontist. It's important that you as the patient make sure that your dentist is a certified professional, licensed to carry out dental procedures. In case of any doubts, it's advisable to call on the Australian Dental Board for more information on your orthodontist.


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Sam Whittle is a dentist working for Corinna St. Orthodontics who specializes in the incognito treatment system. Please make an appointment with him and brighten your smile using an incognito set of braces. With Corinna St. Orthodontics, you are well covered. Visit us at http://cstorthodontics.com.au/types-of-braces/invisible-braces/incognito-braces/ for more information.