Straighten teeth discreetly with fixed braces that sit behind your teeth at Angel Smile Dental in Islington, London, with Dr Fariba Banaie, a Specialist Orthodontist with sub-speciality training in lingual orthodontics.
Call 0207 837 3938, WhatsApp 07724101967 or email reception@angelsmile.co.uk. We’re two minutes from Angel Underground. Get directions.
Angel Smile Dental is a specialist orthodontic practice in London that helps patients straighten their teeth discreetly, without the look of traditional, fixed, front-facing braces.
Using hidden braces (lingual braces), which attach to the back of the teeth and remain hidden from view, we can fix a wide range of mild to complex alignment and bite issues in as little as 6 months.
Dr Fariba Banaie, a Specialist Orthodontist with over 20 years of orthodontic experience, plans treatment at our London dental practice and can help you decide whether lingual braces or an alternative invisible orthodontic option suits your goals, bite, lifestyle, and budget.
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Adults or image-conscious teens often choose hidden braces when they need the precision of fixed braces but don’t want visible brackets on the front teeth.
Because lingual braces are fixed in place and hidden behind the teeth, they work continuously behind the scenes, making them a great option for patients who need reliable fixed-brace control but want discreet treatment too.
But will they be right for your case? Lingual braces are suitable for patients who want to improve:
Straightening your teeth with lingual braces can take around 6-12 months for mild crowding or small gaps, around 12-18 months for moderate alignment concerns, and up to 36 months for more complex bite cases.
Lingual braces aren't available at everyday dental practices. They require specialist skills and an experienced orthodontist because, since they are placed behind the teeth, visibility and tooth-movement planning are more complex than with traditional treatment.
At Angel Smile Dental, Dr Fariba Banaie plans and carries out lingual brace treatment, with an MSc in Orthodontics and over 20 years of experience straightening smiles for thousands of patients. For £120, patients can book a specialist orthodontist consultation to learn whether they’re suitable, their expected timescales and costs.
Angel Smile Dental address: First Floor, 41 Islington High St, London N1 9LH.
Lingual braces are fixed braces placed behind the teeth instead of on the front. This means they can straighten your teeth while staying much more hidden when you smile, speak or laugh.
Lingual braces are one of the most discreet fixed brace options because they sit behind the teeth. They are usually not visible from the front, although your orthodontist will explain what to expect based on your teeth and smile.
It depends on your teeth, bite, lifestyle and goals. Lingual braces are fixed in place and may suit patients who want hidden braces without relying on removable aligners. Invisalign is removable and may feel easier to eat and brush with. Your orthodontist will explain which option suits your case.
Lingual braces can suit mild, moderate, and more complex orthodontic cases, including crowding, spacing, and some bite corrections. Dr Fariba will assess your teeth and bite before confirming whether lingual braces are right for you.
Mild cases, such as minor crowding or small gaps, may take around 6-12 months. Moderate to complex cases, including more noticeable crowding, spacing or bite corrections, can take around 18–36 months. Your exact timeline depends on your case.
Most patients need around 1–4 weeks for their tongue, speech and mouth to adjust to braces behind the teeth. Any speech changes or tongue irritation usually improve as your mouth adapts.
They can affect speech temporarily when first fitted because the brackets sit near the tongue. Most patients adapt as they get used to the braces.
You may feel pressure, soreness or tongue irritation after fitting and adjustments. This is normal with orthodontic treatment and usually improves as your mouth adapts.
Lingual braces start from £4,500. Your final fee will depend on your case complexity, treatment time and orthodontic plan.
Dr Fariba Banaie, Specialist Orthodontist, provides lingual braces and has an MSc in Orthodontics and sub-speciality training in lingual orthodontics.
Yes. You need retainers after any orthodontic treatment to help keep your teeth in their new position.
You can book online, call 0207 837 3938, WhatsApp 07724101967 or email reception@angelsmile.co.uk.
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By Tube: Angel Underground station (Northern Line)
By Rail: Essex Road station is a 10-minute walk
By Bus: Routes include 30, 38, 43, 56 and 205
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