Lingual Braces in Shelby Township
Dr. Thomas Fredal Jr. used only InBrace lingual braces, which sit behind the teeth, and he was the first InBrace provider in Michigan. He chose to discontinue InBrace because of manufacturer instability.
Fredal Orthodontics no longer offers lingual braces. For a discreet option, the practice offers Invisalign clear aligners.
What Are Lingual Braces?
Lingual braces are brackets and wires bonded to the back of the teeth, on the tongue side, instead of the front.
InBrace is one lingual braces system, and it was the only one Dr. Fredal used.
Today the practice offers Damon Ultima braces and Invisalign clear aligners.
Why Fredal Orthodontics No Longer Offers Lingual Braces
Fredal Orthodontics stopped offering InBrace after its manufacturer closed. Dr. Fredal says patients usually choose Invisalign clear aligners for a more discreet look than braces.
Lingual Braces vs Invisalign
If you want a discreet option, Invisalign is the one Fredal Orthodontics offers.
| Factor | Lingual Braces | Invisalign |
|---|---|---|
| Where it sits | Behind the teeth, on the tongue side | Clear trays worn over the teeth |
| Removable | No, bonded to the teeth | Yes, trays come out to eat and drink |
| Offered at Fredal Orthodontics | No, discontinued | Yes |
What Fredal Orthodontics Recommends Instead
Fredal Orthodontics offers two options: Invisalign clear aligners and Damon Ultima braces. At the consultation, Dr. Fredal reviews your records and recommends the one that fits your case.
Invisalign
Clear trays that clients, coworkers and friends do not notice during conversations or meetings. The trays come out to eat and drink.
From $5,280 for comprehensive treatment
If a case starts in aligners and has to switch to braces, the switch costs nothing extra.
Damon Ultima Metal Braces
The practice uses the Damon Ultima system: self-ligating brackets (brackets that hold the wire without elastic ties) with lightweight shape-memory wires. If a bracket comes off during treatment, re-bonding it is included.
From $5,280 for comprehensive treatment
Lingual Braces FAQs
Why did Fredal Orthodontics stop offering lingual braces?
Fredal Orthodontics stopped because of the manufacturer. Dr. Fredal used only one lingual system, InBrace, and he chose to discontinue it because of manufacturer instability. InBrace’s manufacturer is now closed. Today the practice offers Damon Ultima braces and Invisalign clear aligners, and Dr. Fredal recommends the option that fits each case.
What can I choose instead of lingual braces, and what does it cost?
You can choose Invisalign clear aligners or Damon Ultima metal braces. Comprehensive treatment starts at $5,280 for either one. Your final fee depends on how complex your case is, and it does not change with how long treatment takes. In-house financing has 0% interest, no credit check and a $750 down payment. Dr. Fredal gives you the exact cost in writing at the consultation.
Does Fredal Orthodontics offer any lingual braces now?
No. Fredal Orthodontics does not offer lingual braces now, and InBrace was the only lingual system Dr. Fredal used. If you want braces, the practice uses Damon Ultima braces, with adjustment visits every 6 to 8 weeks. If you want a discreet option, it offers Invisalign clear aligners, with office visits usually every 10 to 12 weeks.
Will people notice Invisalign trays?
Dr. Fredal says clients, coworkers and friends do not notice the clear trays during conversations or meetings. The trays come out to eat and drink, and there are no brackets to break. You wear each set of trays for one week before you switch to the next set.
Explore Discreet Treatment Options
These pages cover Invisalign, braces, costs and insurance at Fredal Orthodontics.
Looking for a Discreet Option?
Book a free consultation, including a full records review, digital X-rays, and 3D CBCT scan. Dr. Fredal goes over all of your records with you. Then he gives you his advice and the exact cost in writing.
*For new patients only. Patients transferring from another orthodontist: $250 consultation fee, credited toward treatment if they start here.