Those who wish to undergo orthodontic treatment while paying particular attention to aesthetics can now consider different solutions.
These include lingual braces, applied to the inner surface of the teeth, and removable clear aligners.
However, these are treatments with different characteristics, and the choice must be made on the basis of the patient’s clinical situation.
In lingual orthodontics, the brackets are applied to the inner surface of the teeth and are therefore not visible from the outside.
This feature makes it possible to carry out orthodontic treatment without having brackets on the outer surface of the teeth, while at the same time having metal wires that act constantly and efficiently.
Clear aligners, on the other hand, are removable devices used to progressively guide the movement of the teeth.
Although they are slightly more visible to the person you are talking to than lingual braces, they are nonetheless an aesthetic solution.
One of the main differences therefore concerns the type of appliance: lingual braces are placed on the inner surface of the teeth, while aligners are removable.
However, the fact that they are removable applies only to meals and oral hygiene procedures; otherwise, the movement of the teeth does not follow the treatment plan.
Treatment methods and clinical indications may also differ.
For this reason, the choice must not be based solely on aesthetics, but must take into account the diagnosis and the objectives of the treatment.
Not all treatments are indicated in the same way for every patient.
The first consultation and the orthodontic case study allow the Specialist in Orthodontics to assess the situation and identify the most suitable solution based on individual characteristics.
In some situations, the best solution for the patient becomes clear as early as the first consultation, while in other cases further investigation with a case study is necessary.
If you want to understand which orthodontic solution may be most suitable for your needs, a first consultation makes it possible to assess the situation and define the possible treatment pathway.