When it comes to orthodontic treatments, the answer to the question of whether lingual braces take longer than traditional braces is not a straightforward one. Each person and each case is unique, so it is impossible to give a definitive answer without seeing the mouth. However, in general, lingual braces take 1 to 2 years to complete treatment, which is almost the same as having metal braces. There may be certain factors that could speed up or delay treatment, so it is important to discuss this with your orthodontist before starting treatment. A study of 42 users of lingual braces found that those who had personalized lingual braces had fewer problems speaking and chewing than those who used prefabricated braces.
This is good news for those who want straighter teeth but don't want everyone to see metal when they smile. The researchers also found that people who wore lingual braces tended to have more pain on their tongues, while users of conventional braces or lipsticks had more pain in their lips and cheeks. Like traditional braces, you may feel discomfort when you first put on your lingual braces, but this should go away once you get used to them. Lingual braces are more expensive than regular orthodontic appliances because each support is tailor-made for each tooth. This can also occur with traditional metal braces, so this disadvantage is not specific to lingual braces, but it may be more common. Another study of 24 adults found that users of lingual orthodontic appliances continued to have difficulties even after a month. Lingual braces tend to be more expensive than lip appliances, especially if you use custom-made lingual braces.
Additionally, many orthodontic programs don't offer clinical training in lingual braces since they require completely different techniques than lip braces. Because of their position on the back of your teeth, lingual braces usually affect your speech a little during the first few days of treatment. However, once you get used to them, your lips or speech problems should go away. Another study showed that people who used lingual devices continued to have pronunciation problems even after 3 months. In conclusion, it is difficult to say whether lingual braces take longer than traditional braces without seeing the mouth. However, in general, they take 1 to 2 years to complete treatment and may be more expensive than regular orthodontic appliances.
Additionally, they can affect your speech during the first few days of treatment and may cause more pain on your tongue than traditional braces.
