Lingual Braces in Glendale, CA
An Invisible Approach to Orthodontics - Hidden, Behind-the-Teeth
Lingual braces are placed on the tongue-side (inner surface) of your teeth, staying hidden from view while gently aligning your smile. They deliver the same reliable results as traditional braces—often with customized brackets and digital setup—making them a great choice for professionals, performers, and anyone who wants truly discreet treatment without compromising effectiveness.
Start Your Smile Journey
Choose a private, low-profile path to a straighter smile. With customized behind-the-teeth appliances, flexible scheduling, and digital monitoring, you can move teeth efficiently—without visible brackets during work, performances, photos, or big events. Financing options are available to make treatment fit your plans.
What Are Lingual Braces?
Lingual braces are an advanced, behind-the-teeth orthodontic option for patients who want straighter teeth without visible hardware. Instead of being placed on the front surfaces, custom brackets and wires are bonded to the tongue side of your teeth. This hidden placement lets them work like traditional braces—gently guiding teeth into alignment—while staying out of sight.
With lingual braces, you can enjoy the benefits of comprehensive orthodontics—without the look of front-facing brackets and wires.
Completely hidden
Placed behind your teeth—virtually invisible in photos, meetings, and daily life.
Custom-fit comfort
Brackets are designed to match your tooth contours for a smoother feel.
Effective treatment
Addresses crowding, gaps, bite problems, and general misalignment with reliable results.
Confidence throughout
An aesthetic choice for teens, adults, and professionals who prefer discreet care.
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What to Expect During Your Treatment
Our technology-guided process keeps treatment discreet, efficient, and tailored to your needs from start to finish.
Consultation & imaging
A thorough exam with digital X-rays, 3D imaging, and intraoral scans (iTero or TRIOS) captures the details of your bite.
Personalized treatment plan
CAD/CAM planning and Digital Smile Design create a precise roadmap and preview of expected results.
Custom bracket fabrication
Each lingual bracket is crafted with advanced 3D technology and precisely bonded to the backs of your teeth.
Ongoing adjustments
Regular check-ins fine-tune movement; T-Scan digital bite analysis may be used to balance your occlusion for comfort and function.
Who Is a Good Candidate for Lingual Braces?
Lingual braces are a great choice if you want the effectiveness of traditional braces without visible hardware. Because they sit behind the teeth, they maintain a natural appearance while treatment progresses.
At your consultation, we’ll evaluate your bite, oral health, and goals to confirm if lingual braces—or another option such as Invisalign® or ceramic braces—best fits your smile.
Discreet treatment
Ideal if you want orthodontic care to remain virtually invisible.
Crowding or spacing
Well-suited for mild to moderate misalignment or gaps.
Aesthetic priorities
A popular option for teens, adults, and professionals who prefer a low-profile look.
Lifestyle needs
Beneficial for athletes or musicians where front brackets could interfere.
Previous orthodontic relapse
Helps correct shifting after earlier treatment.
Tips for a Smooth Start
- Adaptation period - Expect a short adjustment phase for tongue posture and speech—wax and guidance provided.
- Oral hygiene - Use threaders or interdental brushes to clean around brackets; align with our home-care tips.
- Comfort & diet - Stick to softer foods the first few days after placement or adjustments.
Retention & Long-Term Stability
- Retainers - A fixed and/or removable retainer helps maintain your new alignment.
- Follow-up - Periodic checks protect results and ensure a balanced, comfortable bite.
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Like all braces, you may feel some discomfort initially, but it usually fades after the first few weeks.
Good oral hygiene is essential. We’ll teach you how to clean effectively with floss threaders and water flossers.
Treatment time varies but generally lasts between 12–24 months depending on your case complexity.
They may cost more due to their customization and placement technique. We offer financing to help make them more affordable.
You might notice a slight lisp at first, but most patients adapt quickly within a couple of weeks.
Yes, they’re a great solution for teens concerned about visible braces.
About every 6–8 weeks, similar to traditional braces.
No, they are completely hidden behind your teeth.
Yes, we’ll advise you to avoid sticky, hard, or chewy foods to protect your brackets.
You’ll receive a custom retainer to help maintain your results long-term.
Affordable Dental Financing with 0% Interest
- Apply with a soft credit check—no impact on your score
- Fast approval process, often the same day
- Plans available to fit a variety of budgets
- Financing options for nearly all dental services
Make your first appointment stress-free
At Empower Dental Glendale, we stand behind the quality of our work with warranties tailored to your specific treatment. Our fixed hybrid prosthetics include a Lifetime Warranty, provided you maintain your recommended hygiene visits and ongoing care. For crowns and other fixed restorations, we offer a 5-year warranty as long as you keep up with regular exams, cleanings, and any dentist-recommended maintenance.