Abstract: Lingual orthodontics is applied widely in the clinical treatment with the patients’ increased demand for invisibility. The biomechanical characteristic of lingual orthodontics is very different from conventional labial orthodontics, especially in the effect of orthodontic force and the control of anchorage. This review discussed the biomechanical characteristic of lingual orthodontics and the clinical related implications.

Key words: Lingual orthodontics, biomechanical, orthodontic tooth movement