In lingual therapy, what is attached to the gold pad?

In lingual therapy, what is attached to the gold pad?

• A. Direct bonding on enamel
• B. Removable aligners
• C. Low-profile brackets attached to the custom pads
• D. Conventional full braces

Answer: (C)

In lingual therapy, the anchor on the inner (lingual) surface of the tooth is a custom gold pad. Low-profile brackets are then attached to these pads to form the active appliance. The pad provides a stable, uniform bonding base that fits the lingual surface precisely, allowing controlled tooth movement while keeping all hardware behind the teeth for aesthetics and reduced tongue irritation. The brackets themselves aren’t bonded directly to enamel on the lingual side; they ride on the pads, which is why the correct choice highlights the brackets attached to the pads.

In lingual therapy, the anchor on the inner (lingual) surface of the tooth is a custom gold pad. Low-profile brackets are then attached to these pads to form the active appliance. The pad provides a stable, uniform bonding base that fits the lingual surface precisely, allowing controlled tooth movement while keeping all hardware behind the teeth for aesthetics and reduced tongue irritation. The brackets themselves aren’t bonded directly to enamel on the lingual side; they ride on the pads, which is why the correct choice highlights the brackets attached to the pads.