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Just Had Lingual (similar to Incognito) Braces Put on a Week Ago - Illinois, IL

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So far so good. I have the Lingual on top and...

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Tara MarieFebruary 11, 2013
WORTH IT$8,000

So far so good. I have the Lingual on top and traditional metal on bottom. Im 23, and getting braces was embarrassing but fixing my smile was the most important thing iI wanted for myself. I started making a vlog of my journey with my braces for anyone interested in braces, or lingual, or anyone who is an adult looking for support. I am very happy with the braces i choose bc they are hardly notcible. I just still need to get use to them and learning how to articulate better with them.

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Megan P
February 15, 2013

Thank you so much for posting a video with your review!

I loved when you showed us what the lingual braces actually looked like using the mirror.

Now that you have had a few more days to get used to the braces, how are you doing with them?

Laurabraces
February 28, 2013

Thanks for the video, I had my incognito fitted (top and bottom) 2.4.2013 (4.5 weeks ago), day 1 was fine, day 2 was mega lithpy (lol) sore and my tounge was all sore, I had a sticky out wire by an extraction site so once that was taken care of on day 2 I was good to go! The tounge soreness subsided after around 3 days, my lisp only occurs when I say the word 'lisp' and my teeth have already moved! Day 2 was achey and upon inspection I realized my front two teeth had straightened a little, today is the second time I'm feeling the achey and someone commented my teeth looked straighter. So far so good, looking forward to my first adjustment in 2 weeks! Would highly recommend these braces to anyone unhappy with their smile! Pros: hidden, barely notice them, changes are noticeable. Cons: expensive (worth it), tounge sore for few days, lispy for a week then on and off subtle, difficult to floss. Ps I'm 30y/o X

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Tara Marie
August 27, 2013
The first week was tough and maybe a day after each appointment but I think the discomfort and pain is much similar to the traditional. Its just some more time getting used to them and adjusting because they are on the inside of your teeth where you chew and realize how much your tongue hits your teeth while you talk!! I notice some words I lisp at, nothing to noticeable tho. Im so happy we have similar braces and it is so nice to see someone as excited as I am with getting straight teeth and seeing it happen too! Thanks for stopping by and reading my blog. I do Vlogs on youtube too. I def would recommend lingual braces to anyone aswell :))
Star4444
April 25, 2014
Hi Laura, I'm about to turn 30 too! So quite keen for the most discreet type of brace. I only need the upper and could probably get away with it being on front 4 or 6 teeth. It's just one tooth really that starts to angle into another slightly. You only really notice it in certain angles/lights, but it upsets me, so I have to fix it :). Wondering if you can have linguals with an overbite? Also wondering roughly what's the cost?
lisac901
March 20, 2013
Thank you for your post! I'm getting mine on in may and trying to learn as much before hand as I can. I'm 23 as well and have known I've needed braces since 12 but never wanted them to show. They are going to cost a lot but I'm glad to see other people enjoying their results and saying the pain is not crazy. Keep giving updates! My 2 year journey starts soon!!
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Its been three months, and I have updated with a...

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Tara MarieMay 13, 2013
Its been three months, and I have updated with a few videos on my Youtube channel. I didnt get the incognito, but have the Lingual which are very similar. I am amazed with how much my teeth improved and shifted. Im very happy with my experience so far. Another update will be up very soon!

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naturallybeautifulat50
May 13, 2013
How did your mouth feel afterwards? My daughter wants to get htem but I'm concerned she'll be in a lot of pain afterwards
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Tara Marie
May 13, 2013
My teeth were sore, but its bearable. I think with any type of braces youll experience soreness bc your teeth are being pulled and moved. Tylenol helps me when I need it, but its nothing I cant handle or any average person.
naturallybeautifulat50
May 15, 2013
Ok thanks! I had heard that the lingual braces were worse because they tore up the inside of your mouth, it this true? Or is it just painful in the teeth like regular braces?
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Almost 7 months with Lingual braces

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Tara MarieAugust 26, 2013
Its been a fast 7 months already with my braces and WOOHWEE did a lot change. My bottom teeth are starting to look really nice and straight and my top teeth look great as well. I only have one fang left waiting to get attached to the wire. Springs were added on each side, on the top, of my moth to help close the gaps and shift my teeth back a bit. I have an over bite so Im wondering when those elastics will be coming... I have a new vlog update on my Youtube channel. Don't forget to check it out!! :)

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Tara Marie
August 27, 2013
I am so sorry I drag horribly with these responds, but I am very happy with my braces. My age does not bother me anymore especially learning how common braces are becoming among adults too. I even forget I have braces sometimes :D
garysharp
September 9, 2013
Are lingual braces the same as invisible braces? I don't know the difference. I was thinking of getting invisible braces at my orthodontist in Calgary, but I'm not sure if I want to. invisible braces calgary
lisac901
September 9, 2013
Invisalign and lingual are different. Invisalign are plastic trays sort of like the ones you get when you whiten your teeth. You will get maybe 10 or 12 in your set and change them every so many weeks/months. Lingual are like regular braces but are on the inside of your mouth. You will need the orthodontist to change the wire every other month roughly. Both you "cant" see but invisalign is only for small changes in the mouth and can not do all cases. Lingual can be put on type of issue. Invisalign you also have to remove to eat and brush your teeth. Both are great if you dont want anyone to know you have braces. I got lingual in May and love them.
SamanthaR
November 15, 2013
i am 19...and was planning to have braces...as i have major teeth problems..crooked teeth....WOOHOOO!! :P anyways as i am a bit old i did not want anyone to know that i am going to have braces so lingual braces are my only option. But the dentist said that there will be cuts on your tongue and you will have problems while talking. So just wanted to know about your initial experience. I have a massive phobia of dentists(don't know why) so the thought of having them put things in my mouth is way scary so that's why i need advice.
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