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<p>Prior to getting braces, you will need to undergo an orthodontic consultation. During your consultation, an oral examination followed by x-rays will be performed to make a proper diagnosis. You will then have the opportunity to discuss and explore your orthodontic options. </p><p>To create lingual braces, your orthodontist will need to take impressions of your teeth and gums. Using specialised computer software, your orthodontist will be able to design customised metal or ceramic brackets for the back of each tooth. The brackets are then transferred and cemented to the back of your teeth. A thin metal wire (called an arch wire) will run from bracket to bracket, placing constant pressure on your teeth. </p><p>The process for designing clear aligners is very similar. An impression will be taken of your teeth and gums. From this information your orthodontist will be able to design a custom set of aligners for your teeth. Unlike lingual braces, you will remove and replace your clear aligners throughout the duration of treatment. Clear aligners are typically worn for about two weeks, before being replaced with a new set as the teeth move and are realigned.<br /></p><p>It may take a few weeks to get fully adjusted to your new braces. You may experience some initial discomfort and unfamiliar feelings as you get used to the braces and some actions that you normally take for granted, such as chewing or swallowing, may require some additional thought and effort to begin with. Also some patients may experience a temporary lisp or struggle pronouncing certain words. This should all resolve quite quickly as you adapt.<br /></p><p>Regular appointments every 6 to 14 weeks will be needed to monitor your progress and make adjustments as necessary. The duration of treatment varies from patient to patient, depending on the orthodontic condition being addressed, the severity of it and the response rate of the individual’s teeth to treatment. Lingual braces are typically worn from eighteen months to two full years. While clear aligners sometimes require a shorter treatment period of six to eighteen months.</p>
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