my first concern is about my diastema (3mm) & i want it closed. i would choose the regular braces however if i want to correct my crossbite maybe i'll use an expander first? then after use braces. but if the treatment time & cost would be lesser (if), then maybe lingual braces could be better? (if an ortho would recommend) i mean it's not about the time of treatment if it would take shorter but if i would like to correct both my diastema & crossbite, can lingual brace treat it all in one? advice
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In regards to your bite correction any type of braces you choose should be able to achieve very similar results. The advantage of the lingual braces is that they are invisible since they are behind your teeth, but they will all move them in a very similar manner. Once your teeth are in the right...
It sounds like you would like to have a great smile as fast and inconspicuously as possible! If this is the case, it would be a great idea to ask these questions when you go in for a consultation so you'll know what you will be dealing with. But in general, you would have the...
Cleaning your teeth will certainly be more of a challenge with orthodontic appliances. A lot of adult patients find water pic to be very helpful as well.
