10 Interesting Facts about Tongue Cribs

 How many times have you been asked what your tongue crib do? I know I’ve had it happen more than once, and I’m willing to bet it happens to you, too. Sometimes people just like to ask random questions, but you know they are also curious about the answers to their questions. If you could answer their questions with interesting facts about tongue cribs, then you would be showing them how much you really know and how confident you are in your knowledge of tongue cribs.

1) Purple Braces are Cooler

The look of purple braces has become more and more trendy, with many patients asking for them specifically. However, there are several good reasons to choose these braces over traditional metal ones. The color is definitely an interesting selling point, but here are some other fun facts you may not know about tongue cribs!

2) They Are Perfectly Positioned in Your Mouth

The tongue crib is positioned comfortably in your mouth, and it holds your tongue up in place when you have a retainer. That way, you can avoid things like poor breathing techniques or problems with speech patterns. Even if you’re so confident with your dental work that you never once worry about using a retainer on any of your teeth after braces are off, there are still plenty of reasons to choose purple braces over traditional silver ones.

3) They Are More Comfortable

Firstly, they are not as uncomfortable as some might think. If they were so bad to wear, then most patients would refuse to wear them. In fact, tongue cribs can be comfortable enough that many people who wear them forget that they have them on at all! Other appliances make our tongues feel like their being choked and purple braces don’t do that at all. It may take a few days to get used to wearing tongue cribs, but after you do it will feel like nothing is there at all.

4) They Will Fit Right In

Over 50% of adults experience some kind of problem with their tongue, and one third of them get corrective orthodontic treatment. But tongue cribs (also known as lingual braces) aren’t just for adults. They can also be used on teens who may not yet have permanent teeth, making them ideal for early intervention situations such as growing pains or thumb sucking. Talk to your orthodontist to see if tongue cribs are right for you!

5) Less Time Off of School/Work

The fewer appointments you have to make, the more time you’ll save. And while you may not think wearing your braces will save you any time, there are actually several reasons that they do. For example, with less time off of school or work, you’ll be able to get into a routine quicker and experience less inconvenience overall. Additionally, with fewer visits to your orthodontist every 6 weeks or so, your teeth will move faster than with traditional methods!

6) Whiter Teeth

Braces aren’t just for fixing a lisp or crowding. Many adults seek orthodontic treatment because they want to whiten their teeth (also known as bleaching). In order to achieve even and balanced results, most dentists advise patients to have braces on both top and bottom rows.

7) Better Taste of Food

Tongue cribs are a great alternative to braces and they make eating food more enjoyable. If you’re tired of always being picky with your food, tongue cribs are worth considering. No one is born with a perfect set of teeth—teeth, like all other parts of our body, evolve and change over time as we age. Tongue cribs are removable—so, if you don’t like them, you can easily take them off.

8) Minimal Discomfort, Pain & Recovery Time

When it comes to orthodontic treatment, there’s no getting around discomfort. And tongue cribs aren’t exceptions to that rule. However, many patients find that tongue cribs are less uncomfortable than traditional braces because they don’t actually attach to teeth or gums. Additionally, once removed and your mouth returns to normal, you don’t have to worry about any pain associated with traditional braces.

9) Save Money on Orthodontic Treatment Cost

Many patients choose to pay out of pocket for their treatment and often need a long time to save enough money for braces. This is because braces, when combined with related costs such as cleaning, retainers, and dental X-rays can be expensive. For example, you might spend up to $7000 on orthodontic treatment without insurance in order to fix crooked teeth or bite problems. Considering all expenses, it may take two years or more to come up with that kind of money.

10) Enjoy New Selfies!

Have you ever heard of tongue cribs? They are a relatively new form of orthodontic treatment that is making jaws across America less jagged and teeth more uniform. While they were initially invented to protect adolescents from extreme sleep apnea, they have become one of dentistry’s most popular treatments today. If you don’t believe us, check out these 10 interesting facts about tongue cribs