Should I get internal braces or not?

Braces are a method to help adjust teeth to the correct position on the jaw to correct misalignments. However, orthodontic appliances are clearly visible on the outside of the teeth, making many people dislike them because they are unaesthetic. So with the development of technology, braces are moved to the inside of the teeth to help ensure high aesthetics. This method is called internal braces. To better understand this method, let’s learn with My Auris through the following article.

What is internal braces? 

Internal braces also known as lingual braces, this method still uses orthodontic devices such as brackets and wires to pull the teeth into the correct position on the jaw. However, instead of attaching the appliance to the crown on the outside of the tooth, this method attaches it to the inside of the tooth. This is the perfect combination of braces and clear braces, thus bringing both high orthodontic efficiency and ensuring aesthetics throughout the orthodontic process. 

Similar to other orthodontic methods, internal braces pull and adjust to bring the teeth to the correct position, evenly, closely, and with physiological bite. From there, overcome defects in teeth such as protruding teeth, underbites, gaps, crooked teeth, crooked teeth, malocclusion, etc. src=”https://myauris.vn/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/co-nen-nieng-rang-ben-trong-hay-khong-1.jpg” decoding=”async” class=”size-full wp-image-44118″ alt=”inner braces ” width=”600″ height=”400″>

What are lingual braces?

Advantages and disadvantages of lingual braces

To decide whether to get lingual braces or not, perhaps each customer should understand the advantages and disadvantages of this method. 

Advantages

Ensures orthodontic effectiveness

With a mechanism to create tightening force on teeth using a system of appliances: brackets, archwires to help carry Highly effective in orthodontics, no less than external braces. The tightening force from the wire helps the teeth to be pulled into the correct position on the jaw, standardizing the physiological bite. 

And with the impact force of the braces and archwire, the method is effective for most cases of mild to complex misalignment. 

High aesthetics 

Orthodontic appliances are fixed on the inside of the teeth so they will not be visible to the outside when smiling, talking, eating and drinking. This is to ensure high aesthetics and satisfy many customers. In particular, there are many customers who have orthodontic needs but do not want to let the dentistWhen it comes to detection, this is the perfect method. 

The tooth surface is not affected

In many cases, after braces, the outer surface of the teeth encounters some problems such as the appearance of white spots, mineral water, cavities, scratched surfaces, etc. When internal braces, the entire face The outer surface of the tooth will be kept intact and unaffected. 

Limit damage to cheeks and lips 

The implants on the outside of the teeth will often rub against tissue, cheeks, etc. when eating, talking, exercising or playing sports. This leads to soft tissue scratches, painful ulcers and discomfort. However, with lingual braces, this problem will be greatly limited. 

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Advantages of lingual braces

Disadvantages

Besides the advantages, lingual braces still have some disadvantages that customers need to consider before making a decision. Specifically as follows:

Difficult to clean teeth 

If braces on the outside are difficult to brush and clean, then braces on the inside are even more difficult. Therefore, people with braces are required to take care and clean their teeth thoroughly. 

The inside of the teeth is difficult to see, making it difficult to clean plaque and food debris. From there, dental diseases such as tooth decay, gingivitis, bad breath, etc.

Causing discomfort and possible tongue damage. Because at this time the tongue will touch the braces on the inside. At the same time, the tongue impacting the braces like that can also damage and scratch the tip of the tongue. 

High cost, requires skilled doctors

Even though it still uses the same appliances and operating principles as traditional braces, lingual braces have a much higher cost. The reason is that attaching braces on the inside is difficult, requiring skillful doctors, professional skills, good expertise and qualifications to be successful. Furthermore, the time to attach lingual braces is also longer and requires more effort. 

Costs are different for each dentist, but in general the price ranges for lingual braces from 40-45 million VND/jaw. However, the cost of internal braces also depends on the level of misalignment.h of teeth. In cases of slight misalignment, the braces time is short and the cost is also lower than in complex cases.  

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Disadvantages of lingual braces

Thus, lingual braces have many advantages but also some disadvantages. Similar to other braces methods, no method is perfect. Therefore, depending on preferences, needs, and economic conditions, the doctor will advise customers on suitable orthodontic appliances. 

Who is suitable for internal braces?

Internal braces are often chosen by people who require high aesthetics but do not want to transparent braces. This method is suitable for most misalignment cases, specifically:

  • Crooked teeth: This is a condition where the upper and lower teeth have no correlation. When the mouth is closed, or viewed at an angle, the upper teeth protrude more than the lower teeth. 
  • Underbite: This condition is also known as a deep bite where the lower teeth cover the upper teeth. Looking at the side angle, it is unaesthetic and the face has the shape of a plow blade. 
  • Spreaded teeth: The teeth on the jaw do not grow close together but are spaced apart, forming gaps. 
  • Crooked teeth: Teeth growing in disarray, misaligned and unsightly
  • Misalignment of bite: Underbite, crossbite, open bite,… 
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Who is suitable for lingual braces?

Above is information about lingual braces, hoping to help customers better understand this method and make appropriate choices in orthodontics. To determine the level and type of tooth misalignment as well as choose the appropriate braces method, please contact My Auris dentistry immediately for advice. 

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