Smile Craft Dental offers lingual braces for teens and adults in Sunnyvale — custom-made brackets that attach to the back of your teeth, remaining completely invisible during normal conversation, smiling, and professional interactions.
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Lingual braces function using the same proven principles as traditional braces, but with one key difference: they attach to the back of your teeth instead of the front. Custom-made brackets bond to the tongue side of your teeth, remaining completely invisible during normal conversation, smiling, and professional interactions.
Our Sunnyvale practice is home to a team led by Dr. Nguyen who handles lingual braces cases of all complexities — from minor crowding to more involved bite corrections. You get specialist-level care in a familiar, welcoming environment you already trust.
The orthodontist threads specialized wires through these brackets and gradually adjusts the tension to guide your teeth into their ideal positions — completely out of sight.
Lingual braces work well for adults and teens who want straight teeth without visible brackets. Here's who tends to be a great fit:
Not sure if you're a candidate? A thorough consultation with our team will determine if lingual braces are the right fit for you — no pressure, no commitment.
Patients who select lingual braces enjoy several distinct advantages during their treatment. The completely hidden design means no one will know you’re wearing braces unless you tell them, which proves especially valuable for professionals who regularly attend meetings, presentations, or client-facing events. Research published by the National Institutes of Health demonstrates that lingual orthodontic appliances can efficiently address any orthodontic scenario that traditional braces can, with fully customized systems delivering excellent treatment outcomes. Unlike removable aligners, lingual braces work continuously without requiring you to remember to wear them.
No surprises, no pressure. Here's exactly how lingual braces treatment works from your first visit onward.
We use advanced imaging and impressions to map the unique contours of your teeth. Each lingual braces system is fully customized to fit your teeth precisely.
Custom-made brackets bond to the tongue side of your teeth, remaining completely invisible during normal conversation, smiling, and professional interactions.
The orthodontist threads specialized wires through your brackets and gradually adjusts the tension to guide your teeth into their ideal positions.
Initial adjustment periods typically last one to two weeks as your tongue adapts to the brackets positioned behind your teeth. Most patients find any temporary speech changes resolve quickly with practice.
Treatment duration generally ranges from 18 to 36 months, depending on the complexity of your case, similar to the timelines for traditional braces.
Lingual braces typically cost more than traditional metal braces because each bracket is custom-fabricated for your teeth and the placement requires specialized training. In the Bay Area, lingual braces can range from about $8,000 to $13,000 depending on case complexity.
We accept most major insurance plans (except Delta Dental) and offer flexible payment options, including Cherry financing, to help make treatment accessible. Your consultation includes a full cost breakdown before you commit to anything.
Lingual braces effectively correct a wide range of alignment and bite concerns with the same precision as traditional orthodontics. We evaluate each patient individually to determine whether lingual braces are the best fit for their case.
Not every case is a candidate for lingual braces. Patients with severely compromised oral health, extremely short tooth crowns, or significant bite discrepancies may need alternative treatment approaches — we’ll give you an honest assessment during your consultation.
In the Bay Area, lingual braces can range from about $8,000 to $13,000 depending on case complexity. We accept most major insurance plans (except Delta Dental) and offer flexible payment options, including Cherry financing, to help make treatment accessible. Your consultation includes a full cost breakdown before you commit to anything.
Both options straighten teeth — but the experience is very different. Here's a side-by-side look.
| Factor | Lingual Braces | Traditional Braces |
|---|---|---|
| Visibility | ✓ Completely invisible — attached behind teeth | Metal brackets visible on front of teeth |
| Removability | Fixed in place | Fixed in place |
| Comfort | One to two week adjustment period; may briefly affect speech | Wires can irritate cheeks and gums |
| Office visits | Regular visits to adjust wires | Every 4–6 weeks for wire adjustments |
| Treatment length | 18–36 months average | 18–24 months average |
| Cost | Higher — about $8,000 to $13,000 in the Bay Area | Generally lower cost |
Every lingual braces case at Smile Craft is planned and monitored by a team who specializes in fully custom, tooth-side orthodontic appliances.
Lead Dentist · Smile Craft Dental Sunnyvale
Dr. Amy leads Smile Craft Dental with a commitment to technology, continuing education, and patient-centered care. She personally oversees every lingual braces case, threading and adjusting each custom-fabricated appliance with the same precision-focused approach she brings to every patient — while keeping your treatment completely out of sight, start to finish. Her approach is straightforward: explain everything clearly, listen carefully, and never recommend a treatment that isn’t the right fit.
Here's what patients describe about their experience with lingual braces at Smile Craft.
The questions patients ask most before starting lingual braces treatment — answered plainly.
Some patients experience temporary changes in speech patterns during the initial adjustment period, which typically lasts one to two weeks as your tongue adapts. Most find these resolve quickly with practice.
Yes. In the Bay Area, lingual braces can range from about $8,000 to $13,000 depending on case complexity. We accept most major insurance plans (except Delta Dental) and offer flexible payment options.
Yes, lingual braces attach to the back of your teeth instead of the front, remaining completely invisible during normal conversation, smiling, and professional interactions.
Adults and teens who want straight teeth without visible metal brackets, professionals in customer-facing roles, public speakers, and performers who value aesthetic discretion. A thorough consultation determines if they're right for you.
Yes, research demonstrates lingual orthodontic appliances can efficiently address any orthodontic scenario traditional braces can, including crowding, spacing, overbites, underbites, and crossbites.
Smile Craft Dental is a family dental practice with two Bay Area locations — Redwood City and Sunnyvale — serving patients of all ages. Dr. Amy Nguyen leads a team committed to continued education, advanced technology, and clear communication at every step of care. We accept most major insurance plans (except Delta Dental) and offer flexible payment options, including Cherry financing, to help make treatment accessible. If you're ready to explore lingual braces in Sunnyvale, we make it easy to get started. Contact us to request a consultation and take the first step toward a straighter smile no one has to see coming.
787 E El Camino Real · Sunnyvale, CA 94087
Serving the South Bay and Peninsula