The Best Lingual Braces in Los Angeles
Beverly Hills Orthodontics (BHO) has always maintained a patient-centered mindset. We know that each of our patients is unique—not only when it comes to tooth alignment, but in personality, treatment goals, and day-to-day availability as well. To deliver the best care possible, we create every treatment plan hand-in-hand with our patients, accommodating all lifestyle preferences and scheduling concerns.
As a part of this approach, we offer several teeth-straightening options, including:
In addition to these approaches, we also offer InSmile, a personalized behind-the-teeth braces system. Your InSmile appliance is custom-made for your teeth and uses a shape-memory wire that gently guides them into place, with no monthly tightenings.
BHO is dedicated to providing the best lingual braces in Los Angeles. That’s why we offer InSmile at each of our locations in:
The Best Lingual Braces in Los Angeles:
Why BHO Offers InSmile
Merriam-Webster’s Definition Lingual (Adjective): of, relating to, or resembling the tongue lying near or next to the tongue
Lingual braces realign teeth using the same principles as traditional braces.
Your orthodontist attaches brackets to your teeth, threads an archwire through each bracket, and then uses the archwire to apply pressure onto the brackets to gradually move teeth. After 6-12 months of this process, your orthodontist removes the braces to reveal your perfect smile.
However, lingual braces differ from conventional metal and ceramic braces in one major way: they are affixed to the back of the teeth, facing the tongue, rather than in front of the teeth, facing the cheeks.
This positioning makes lingual braces impossible for others to see unless they stare directly into your open mouth. Not even Invisalign is that discreet!
InSmile is a lingual treatment built around a custom wire designed for your smile. Your appliance is personalized to your teeth and placed on the back of them, where it gently moves them into position without manual tightening appointments.
What sets InSmile apart:
Digital Smile Design: InSmile starts with a digital scan of your teeth to create a 3D model of your mouth. Dr. Madan uses that model to plan your ideal smile, and your wire is custom-made to match.
No Monthly Tightenings: Conventional lingual brace archwires need to be tightened by an orthodontist every 4-6 weeks. InSmile uses a custom-shaped wire made from shape-memory alloy that applies gentle, continuous pressure, so there are no monthly tightening appointments. Dr. Madan will set a check-in schedule that fits your treatment.
Easier Oral Hygiene: The appliance is low-profile and sits behind your teeth. With no brackets on the front of your teeth and no trays to keep track of, brushing and flossing stay simple.
Is InSmile Right For You?
- Keep their braces hidden from view
- Skip monthly tightening appointments
- Eat, drink, brush, and floss normally during treatment
- Avoid working with clear aligners
InSmile can be a great fit for patients with mild to moderate crowding, spacing, or bite issues. It isn’t designed for every case, so Dr. Madan will take x-rays and examine your teeth to decide whether InSmile is the right fit for you.
A few things to keep in mind with InSmile:
- Some foods to avoid. Dr. Madan will walk you through any foods to avoid during treatment.
- An adjustment period. Like any appliance placed behind the teeth, InSmile can take a little getting used to. Most patients adjust quickly as their tongue gets used to it.
| Comparing Orthodontic Treatment Options | |||
| Key Factors | InSmile | Conventional Braces | Invisalign |
| Dietary Restrictions | Foods to avoid per Dr. Madan | No sticky, hard, tough, or overly crunchy foods | None |
| Aesthetics | Hidden behind your teeth | Conspicuous brackets and wires | Transparent aligners |
| Appointment Frequency | Check-ins on a schedule Dr. Madan sets | Every 4-6 weeks | Every 4-6 weeks |
| Compliance Requirements | Proper oral hygiene, foods to avoid, scheduled check-ins | Proper oral hygiene, dietary restrictions, monthly appointments | Patients must wear their aligners for 20-22 hours a day, every single day |
| Misalignment Correction | Mild-to-moderate crowding, spacing, or bite issues | Mild-to-severe correction | Mild-to-severe correction (with additional measures) |
Beverly Hills Orthodontics Provides the Best Lingual Braces in Los Angeles
InSmile is a great option for patients with mild to moderate crowding, spacing, or bite issues who want to straighten their teeth without visible braces.
With a custom wire made from shape-memory alloy, InSmile gently moves your teeth into place without monthly tightenings. Dr. Madan will set a check-in schedule that fits your treatment so we can make sure everything stays on track.
If you think that InSmile may be right for you, the Beverly Hills Orthodontics team is happy to discuss your orthodontic options during a free consultation. Founded by Dr. Monica Madan, Beverly Hills Orthodontics has been improving smiles across Los Angeles since 2008. Contact us today to learn how our services can enhance your look and boost your oral health.
Searching for the best lingual braces in Los Angeles? Call or text Beverly Hills Orthodontics at 310-785-0770 or visit our contact page to book an appointment.
