Nowadays, a great smile is probably top of most people's list in terms of beauty goals. It's one thing, that no matter your age, gender or sense of style, we can all aspire to. But like most things in life, getting a great smile can involve a little hard work and perhaps some money spent too.
First things first - straight, even teeth are essential, and the received method of achieving this is braces. But for adults, wearing visible braces is often highly undesirable, since it can change your face and people's first perception about you. This can be problematic, not least in a professional situation where first impressions count, and one does not wish for one's teeth to distract a client or colleague from the job in hand.
So this is where Lingual braces provide a terrific solution. Lingual braces sit behind your teeth as opposed to over the top, meaning they are hidden away from sight, and only you need know you are wearing them. If you live in the South Wales of Cardiff visit Birchgrove Dental Practice and ask about Lingual Braces. To have lingual braces fitted, your dentist will take an impression of your teeth, which is then passed to a laboratory where they will create personalised brackets. This takes around six weeks.
Much like conventional braces, the lingual brace applies gentle consistent pressure to bring your teeth into line over a matter of weeks and months. The results are often dazzlingly effective, and patients are often surprised at just how much happier they are in themselves after the lingual brace treatment. The difference of course when compared to standard braces that go over the front of teeth, is that the change will have been subtle over time, and your family, friends and colleagues may barely notice the change - until one day you may expect comments that you look particularly good recently! Much better this, than having to contend with comments and stares every day from people wondering why a grown adult has full braces on the front of their teeth, which no matter how skilfully they are applied, are always going to negatively effect your looks for the duration of treatment.
The care of the lingual braces is straightforward and consistent with your usual routine of good oral hygiene. So as long as you brush thoroughly at least twice a day, floss once a day, and rinse with a fluoride mouthwash, you will find your braces stand up well to every-day use.
One perceived negative to be aware of, is that your tongue could become a little sensitive as your mouth adjusts to the new braces, however simply using a small amount of wax from your dentist will alleviate this minor soreness. After a few days, you will find that the experience of wearing lingual braces feels quite ordinary, and eating, drinking and talking will be largely unaffected by them.
All in all, if you are contemplating braces, do ask your dental practitioner about lingual braces. Discreet but highly effective, you can expect to be the owner of a winning smile in just a short time, and as anyone else who has gone through the procedure will reassure you, it is always worth the effort. If the thought of visible braces is holding you back from improving your smile for good, then this could be the perfect solution for you.
