Lingual Braces- Best Doctors, Hospitals & Cost of Treatment in India

Treatment overview

Lingual braces are a fixed orthodontic appliance that work in the same way as conventional braces — using custom-made brackets and archwires to gradually move teeth into their correct positions — but are bonded to the inner, tongue-facing surfaces of the teeth rather than the outer surfaces. Because they sit behind the teeth, they are essentially invisible during normal speaking, smiling, and social interaction. They are most often chosen by adults and older adolescents in client-facing or performance roles who want orthodontic correction without visible hardware. Treatment typically spans 18 to 30 months and involves regular adjustment appointments every four to eight weeks. Because the inner surfaces of teeth are highly individual, the brackets and wires are custom-manufactured for each patient, making the planning and fitting process more involved than with conventional braces.

Comprehensive Investigations

Estimated cost: ~$200 – $400

Typical tests for this treatment: Panoramic dental X-ray (OPG), Lateral cephalogram (skull side-view X-ray), Digital intraoral scans or impressions of both jaws, Intraoral and facial photographs, Periodontal (gum health) assessment, Dental caries check and charting. Done in India before hospital admission. Cost varies with case complexity.

Treatment / Procedure estimate

Estimated cost in India: $2,500 – $4,500

Stay in India

Pre-procedure stay (outside hospital): ~1 days

Hospitalisation: ~1 days

Recovery period (outside hospital): ~2 days recommended

Total stay: approx 4 days

Usually Included in Hospital Package

• Full orthodontic consultation and treatment planning
• Digital scans and custom appliance design
• Custom laboratory-fabricated lingual brackets and archwires
• Bonding appointment (placement of lingual braces)
• First follow-up and review appointment before discharge
• Orthodontic wax and initial hygiene aids

Usually Not Included

• Travel and accommodation
• Visa processing and travel insurance
• Ongoing monthly adjustment appointments (typically every 4-8 weeks over 18-30 months)
• Retainers after treatment completion
• Any required dental extractions or preparatory dental treatment
• Repair appointments for broken or loose brackets