Lingual Braces

Hidden braces for highly discreet treatment in Kingston

For patients who want to improve their smile and straighten their teeth but feel uncomfortable with the thought of wearing traditional fixed metal braces, lingual braces are one of several options available. Lingual braces use brackets fixed behind the teeth to ensure a discreet treatment, with the braces virtually invisible to other people.

At Pearl Dental Clinic, we use three types of lingual braces – Incognito, WIN, and STb Social 6.

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We are so proud of our highly qualified, experienced and dedicated team, including a number of expert specialists in their field.
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We offer you the chance to spread the cost of any dental treatment over £500 across 6-24 monthly payments at 0% interest.
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We are open from 9am-10pm, 7 days a week. We offer online booking for your convenience, and same-day appointments are usually available.

Why choose lingual braces?

Lingual braces provide a unique and attractive alternative to traditional braces. The most obvious benefit is their near invisibility. Unlike traditional braces bonded to the front of your teeth, lingual braces are placed on the back side, making them practically undetectable during conversations and social interactions. This can be a game-changer for people who are self-conscious about having braces and prefer a more discreet option.

The benefits of lingual braces go beyond aesthetics. They are equally effective at correcting orthodontic issues and may even lead to slightly shorter treatment times in some cases. Additionally, they apply consistent pressure throughout the day since they’re permanently fixed, eliminating concerns about forgetting to wear aligners or accidentally damaging them.

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Types of lingual braces at Pearl Dental Clinic

Incognito

Incognito lingual braces use bespoke brackets and wires manufactured by our state-of-the-art technology. As with other types of lingual braces, Incognito braces are bonded to the back of the teeth to make them as discreet as possible. Friends, family members, and colleagues are extremely unlikely to notice that you are wearing braces at all. This gives Incognito a considerable cosmetic advantage over other forms of orthodontic treatment.

WIN

The WIN lingual braces system is the latest generation of made-to-measure lingual orthodontic appliances, which can be adapted to individual requirements. It can create smiles that enhance self-esteem without compromising the aesthetics of the patient or the outcome of treatment. WIN braces work in the same way as a conventional fixed brace with full control and movement of the teeth but are nearly invisible, the only person who knows you have braces is you. The WIN System can be for everyone, if you have healthy gums and bones.

STb Social 6

STb Social 6 lingual braces are a type of brace commonly used to treat front teeth overcrowding. As with other lingual braces, the wires and brackets are applied to the back of the teeth instead of the front surfaces and will, therefore, be almost invisible. STb Social 6 braces only align front teeth whereas Incognito lingual braces align all the teeth in the mouth. The cost of STb Social 6 braces is usually less than Incognito. The treatment uses a unique self-ligation system that lessens friction in the mouth, causing minimum discomfort and thereby reducing the number of times you need to visit the dental clinic.

What does the treatment involve?

We begin your treatment with a thorough consultation. We chat with you about your smile goals, examine your teeth closely, and take X-rays and images to get a complete picture. This helps us decide if lingual braces are the best choice for you, and allows us to create a personalised treatment plan just for your teeth.

Once we are both on board with lingual braces, the next step is getting them custom-made. We take precise digital impressions of your teeth to ensure the brackets fit perfectly. When they are ready, we carefully bond your custom brackets onto the back surfaces of your teeth.

We see you for regular appointments during your treatment for adjustments and to ensure everything is on track. During these, we tighten the archwire that connects the brackets, which gently puts pressure on your teeth to gradually move them into their ideal positions.

Once your teeth are in their perfect positions, we will carefully remove the brackets. To keep your new smile in place, you’ll likely need to wear a retainer for some time afterwards.

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Frequently asked questions

: Lingual braces are suitable for all age groups, including adults, children, and adolescents, provided you have healthy gums and bone. However, STb Social 6 lingual braces are not suitable for all patients. This type of brace is only for addressing the alignment of the front teeth.
: When lingual braces are first fitted, there is some discomfort associated with them. Initially, ulcers might occur on the tongue due to the rubbing of the tongue against the braces. These disappear and reduce with time as the patient adapts to the lingual braces. Orthodontic wax or silicone can be applied to the braces to reduce the rubbing of the tongue against the braces during that initial adaptation period. After a week or two, the discomfort disappears, the ulcers reduce and speech is very often back to normal.
: Some people who wear lingual braces notice a temporary change in the way they speak and may notice lisping. This is because the lingual braces encroach into the tongue space and also because the tongue makes contact with the braces instead of the teeth while talking. However, this tends to subside relatively quickly as the tongue will soon adapt to the change.
: There are numerous other treatments available to people who wish to straighten their teeth without unsightly metal wires, such as Invisalign. Similar to lingual braces, Invisalign aligners are cosmetically superior to traditional braces due to their near invisibility. However, they have the additional advantage of being completely removable. This means patients can eat and drink whatever they want during treatment, as well as brushing and flossing without difficulty.
: Pearl Dental Clinic is open 7 days a week from 9am-10pm. You can book a consultation appointment by calling us on 020 8547 9997, by emailing us, or you can book an appointment online (available 24 hours/day).

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Lingual Braces

Hidden braces for highly discreet treatment in Kingston

Why choose us for lingual braces?

Specialist led

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Open all week

Why choose lingual braces?

Types of lingual braces at Pearl Dental Clinic

Incognito

WIN

STb Social 6

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