Dr Anupam Sinha
BDS, MDS - Orthodontics
- Delhi State Dental Council registration number A-6723 (2015).
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Lingual Braces in Greater Kailash 1, Delhi
Lingual braces are fixed braces that are fitted on the inner surfaces of the teeth, so that they are hidden from view. At Orion Dental Clinic, a dentist in Greater Kailash 1 (GK 1), South Delhi, braces are planned by Dr Anupam Sinha, who holds a master's degree in orthodontics. This page explains how they work, what the research says about speech, comfort and cleaning, and what can go wrong, in plain language.
Treatment is planned by Dr Anupam Sinha (BDS, MDS), and Dr Natalia DeSilva (BDS, MDS) also sees patients at the clinic. For the wider picture, read our guide to braces treatment. Ask as many questions as you need before you decide.
- Fitted on the inner surfaces of the teeth 1
- Hidden
- Typical fixed brace treatment 1
- 18 to 24 months
- Speech and tongue comfort take more getting used to, and cleaning behind the teeth takes more effort 12
- Speech and tongue
- Adjustment appointments are longer because of the laboratory work 1
- Longer visits
These statements come from the British Orthodontic Society and from systematic reviews, listed at the end of the page. Your orthodontist will give the timeline for your own teeth.
Medically reviewed by Dr Anupam Sinha, BDS, MDS - Orthodontics, .
Quick answer
Lingual braces at Orion Dental Clinic in Greater Kailash 1, Delhi are fitted behind the teeth, so they cannot be seen from the front. Dr Anupam Sinha plans each case after an examination and records. Studies find more discomfort, speech difficulty and cleaning problems than with braces on the front of the teeth.
01 Overview
What are lingual braces, and how do they work in Greater Kailash 1, Delhi?
Lingual braces work in the same way as other fixed braces, but the brackets are bonded to the inner surfaces of the teeth, the side next to the tongue, so they are hidden from view. They can produce high-quality results, and they involve laboratory work and longer adjustment appointments.1
The trade-off is comfort and cleaning. The British Orthodontic Society lists initial speech difficulty, tongue soreness and harder cleaning as the drawbacks.1 Systematic reviews agree with that picture, and they also note that the quality of the evidence is low.34
Lingual braces are one of several types, and a less obvious option that sits on the front of the teeth is also available.
Lingual braces hide the appliance completely, and they ask the tongue and the toothbrush to put up with the change.
02 Candidacy
Who can have lingual braces in Greater Kailash 1, Delhi?
Lingual braces are used for the same problems as other fixed braces, and they can be fitted at most ages once the adult teeth have come through.2 The orthodontist decides after an examination and records.
Who lingual braces may suit
- Adults and older teenagers who want fixed braces that cannot be seen at all.1
- People with crowded teeth, teeth that stick out, an overbite, an underbite or gaps.2
- People who are willing to accept speech and tongue changes at first.1
- People who will clean carefully behind the teeth every day and keep to the visits.2
Who needs extra care or a different plan
- People whose work depends on very clear speech, who should discuss this before choosing, because reviews find more speech impediment with lingual braces.34
- People who find cleaning difficult. Lingual braces are harder to clean.14
- People with tooth decay or gum disease that has not been treated.2
- People who prefer a simpler, robust appliance, who may prefer metal braces.1
Lingual braces suit people who put invisibility first and are prepared to adapt to them.
03 Options
Which options are there to hide braces in Greater Kailash 1?
Fixed braces behind the teeth are one way to avoid being seen in braces, and there are others.
Lingual braces
The brackets are on the inner surfaces of the teeth, so nobody can see them. They can give high-quality results, but speech, tongue comfort and cleaning take more effort.1
Completely hidden 1
Ceramic braces
Tooth-coloured brackets on the front of the teeth, which are less obvious but can be seen up close. They can be as effective as metal.1 See ceramic braces.
Tooth-coloured brackets 1
Clear aligners
Removable clear trays instead of fixed brackets. They suit milder problems and need to be worn full-time. See clear aligners.
Removable trays
If appearance does not matter to you, metal braces are the most common and most robust choice.
| Lingual | Ceramic | Metal | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Where the brackets sit | Behind the teeth | On the front of the teeth | On the front of the teeth |
| How visible | Cannot be seen 1 | Tooth-coloured, so less obvious 1 | Silver, so visible 1 |
| Main drawback | Speech and tongue problems at first, and harder cleaning 1 | Slightly harder to remove, and not always advised on lower teeth in a deep bite 1 | Visible, and elastics can stain 1 |
The more hidden the braces, the more the trade-offs move from how they look to how they feel.
04 Procedure
How are lingual braces fitted, step by step?
Every case is planned individually, so your steps may differ. This is the usual order for lingual braces.12
Lingual braces ask for patience in the first weeks and extra care with cleaning throughout.
Consultation and records for lingual braces
The orthodontist asks about your health and what you would like to change, examines your teeth, gums, tongue space and bite, and takes X-rays, photographs and scans or impressions to plan the treatment.2
Planning braces behind the teeth
Lingual braces involve laboratory work, and their adjustment appointments are longer than for braces on the front of the teeth.1 Your orthodontist will explain how your braces will be made and when they will be ready.
Bonding the lingual brackets
The inner surfaces of the teeth are cleaned and dried and the brackets are bonded behind the teeth. Tell the orthodontist if a front tooth was ever knocked or damaged.2
Getting used to speech and eating
Speech is often affected at first, and the tongue can become sore.1 Reviews also report more discomfort and difficulty eating than with braces on the front.3 Your orthodontist will tell you what to expect and how long it usually takes to get used to them.
Adjustment visits every six to eight weeks
You come back every six to eight weeks.2 The appointments can be longer than for braces on the front of the teeth.1
Removing the braces
When the teeth are in position the brackets are taken off, leaving the teeth intact.1
Retainers after lingual braces
All fixed appliance treatment is followed by retention, so you are given retainers and told how long to wear them.1
05 Aftercare
Living with lingual braces in Greater Kailash 1: care and cleaning
Your orthodontist will give you written advice for your braces, and that comes first. These are the basics from NHS patient information, with the points that matter more behind the teeth.2
The first weeks
Teeth can be sore for a few days after fitting and after adjustments, and the tongue can be sore and speech can feel different. Soft food and pain relief taken as directed may help.21
Cleaning behind the teeth
Brush with fluoride toothpaste in the morning, at night and after meals, and use an interdental brush every day between the teeth and under the braces. Cleaning is harder behind the teeth, so take your time.21
Food and drink
Cut back on sugary food and drink, avoid hard, crunchy and sticky food that can break the braces, cut food into smaller pieces and do not chew gum.2
If a bracket comes loose
Ring the clinic and do not wait for your next visit, so that treatment is not held up.2
When to call us
Ring the clinic on 098115 01995 if a bracket behind your teeth comes off, if a wire cuts your tongue, or if your tongue stays sore beyond the first weeks. Tell us about gums that bleed, a loose tooth or a white mark on a tooth. If you cannot breathe or swallow easily, or swelling spreads across your face or neck, go to a hospital emergency department.
Take extra time over cleaning behind the teeth, and call early if a bracket comes loose.
06 Limits and risks
When are lingual braces not the right choice?
Lingual braces are a demanding choice and they do not suit everyone. These are situations where your orthodontist may suggest braces on the front of the teeth, aligners, or a delay:
- Tooth decay or gum disease that has not been treated.
- Work or hobbies that depend on very clear speech.
- Difficulty cleaning behind the teeth.
- A wish for the simplest, most robust appliance.
- Not being able to keep to the visits every six to eight weeks.
In these cases ceramic or metal braces, or clear aligners, may be better, or treatment may start after the teeth and gums have been treated.
Risks and complications
Speech and eating. A review of 11 trials with 407 patients found that lingual braces were associated with more oral discomfort, more speech impediment, worse speech as judged by laypeople and more difficulty eating than braces on the front of the teeth.3 Another review of 8 studies found more speech difficulty and more tongue pain, with no difference in eating or decay.4
Tongue pain. In the second review, the risk of pain in the tongue was many times higher with lingual braces, with an odds ratio of 28.4
Cleaning. The same review found more problems keeping the teeth clean,4 and the British Orthodontic Society lists harder cleaning as a drawback.1 Food and plaque collect around brackets, so decay and gum problems can follow if the teeth are not cleaned well.2
The evidence is limited. The authors of the first review say there is insufficient evidence for robust recommendations on lingual braces, because the quality of evidence was low.3 Teeth can also move back without a retainer afterwards.1
A good plan names these limits before treatment starts, and good cleaning habits are the strongest protection.
07 Your visit
What happens at your first lingual braces consultation?
At your first visit, a dentist at Orion Dental Clinic asks why you want braces that cannot be seen, and about your health, medicines, allergies and earlier dental treatment. Tell us if you play a wind instrument, sing or speak in public, because lingual braces can affect speech for a while.
The orthodontist examines your teeth, gums, tongue space and bite and may take X-rays, photographs or scans. You then compare lingual braces with ceramic braces and clear aligners, including the longer adjustment appointments, the cleaning behind the teeth and the time it can take for the tongue and speech to settle.
Speech and cleaning are discussed at the first visit, before any decision.
08 Why this clinic
Why choose Orion Dental Clinic for lingual braces in Greater Kailash 1?
You meet the doctors who plan your treatment, and you can ask them how lingual braces would affect your speech and cleaning.
Dr Natalia DeSilva
BDS, MDS - Oral Medicine and Radiology
- Delhi State Dental Council registration number A 11417 (2013), and Karnataka State Dental Council A-13203 (2003).
Training in orthodontics
Dr Anupam Sinha has a master's degree in orthodontics and belongs to the Indian Orthodontic Society and the Indian Dental Association.
Braces patients in the reviews
Patients who had braces at the clinic describe their treatment in reviews of Dr Anupam Sinha.
Imaging on the premises
X-rays and other records for planning braces can be taken at the clinic.
Ask the doctor who plans your braces how lingual braces would change your speech and your cleaning.
09 Reviews
Patient reviews of Orion Dental Clinic in Greater Kailash 1
“Had a wonderful experience with Dr. Anupam and Dr. Natalia. Went for Braces and RCT and the doctor were thorough with the treatment and follow ups. Will higher recommend Orion orthodontic.”
“Great experience! Dr. Anupam Sinha, my dentist did a wonderful job with my braces and has now started retainers. I am very happy with the results!”
“I had very crooked teeth plus one of my front tooth was broken. I visited Dr Anupam’s clinic in Greater Kailash for my ortho treatment. I had my braces for about 2.5 years post which it is a near perfect alignment. Dr Anupam and the team helped with everything patiently throughout the treatment.”
10 Visit us
Lingual braces clinic in Greater Kailash 1 (GK 1), Delhi: location and hours
Mon to Sat, 9:30 am to 8:00 pm
Orion Dental Clinic Basement, E 75, Greater Kailash-1,Greater Kailash Enclave I
New Delhi, Delhi 110048
098115 01995
| Monday to Saturday | 9:30 am to 8:00 pm |
|---|---|
| Sunday | Closed |
If you are looking for lingual braces in Greater Kailash or nearby, Orion Dental Clinic is in the basement of E 75, Greater Kailash Enclave 1 (GK 1), opposite Anubhav Play School, with the entrance at Gate 1, so call or message us on WhatsApp to book an appointment and use the map for directions. More about the clinic: dentist in Greater Kailash.
11 Travelling patients
Considering lingual braces from outside Delhi?
Lingual braces are adjusted every six to eight weeks for about 18 to 24 months, and the appointments can be longer than for braces on the front of the teeth,12 so they need regular visits to the clinic. If you live in another city or country, tell us where you are and how often you could come, and we will say frankly whether treatment here is practical.
You can read about braces for international patients.
Hidden braces still need regular visits, so plan around how often you can come.
12 Questions
Lingual braces questions patients ask in Greater Kailash 1
What are lingual braces?
They are fixed braces whose brackets are bonded to the inner surfaces of the teeth, so they cannot be seen from the front.1
Will lingual braces affect my speech?
Do lingual braces hurt more?
Are lingual braces harder to clean?
Are lingual braces invisible?
From the front they cannot be seen, because the brackets are behind the teeth.1 They can still affect how you speak at first.
How long do lingual braces take?
Are lingual braces as effective as ordinary braces?
Should I choose lingual or ceramic braces?
Lingual braces are hidden but harder to live with, and ceramic braces are less obvious but still visible up close. Your orthodontist will explain how your bite, your speech and your priorities affect the choice, and you can compare both types at a consultation before you decide.
Where can I find lingual braces near me in South Delhi?
Orion Dental Clinic is a lingual braces clinic in Greater Kailash 1 (GK 1), in the basement of E 75, Greater Kailash Enclave 1, opposite Anubhav Play School, with the entrance at Gate 1. Patients come for lingual braces in Greater Kailash from Kailash Colony, CR Park, Nehru Place, Lajpat Nagar, Defence Colony and South Extension. Call or message us on WhatsApp to book an appointment.
13 Second opinion
Ready to talk about lingual braces?
A consultation lets you ask what lingual braces would involve before you commit to anything, including how they might affect your speech. Bring any earlier X-rays or reports if you have them. The orthodontist will examine your teeth, explain what they find and describe the options, including braces on the front of the teeth. There is no form to fill in: message us on WhatsApp or call, and we will find a time that suits you.
14 Related
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Read this for tooth-coloured braces that sit on the front of the teeth.
Clear aligners
Read this for removable clear trays as an alternative to fixed braces.
Braces for Adults
Read this for what adults should expect from fixed braces.
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Sources (5)
- British Orthodontic Society. Conventional fixed braces (patient information). bos.org.uk/conventional/
- NHS website. Braces and orthodontics (patient information). Page review date 29 June 2026. www.nhs.uk/conditions/orthodontics/
- Papageorgiou SN, Gölz L, Jäger A, Eliades T, Bourauel C. Lingual vs. labial fixed orthodontic appliances: systematic review and meta-analysis of treatment effects. European Journal of Oral Sciences, 2016;124(2):105-118. pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26916846/
- Ata-Ali F, Ata-Ali J, Ferrer-Molina M, Cobo T, De Carlos F, Cobo J. Adverse effects of lingual and buccal orthodontic techniques: a systematic review and meta-analysis. American Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics, 2016;149(6):820-829. pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27241992/
- Tsichlaki A, Chin SY, Pandis N, Fleming PS. How long does treatment with fixed orthodontic appliances last? A systematic review. American Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics, 2016;149(3):308-318. pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26926017/
This page is general information, not a diagnosis or a substitute for an examination, and results vary between patients.