18 Dec Does Your Teen Want Invisalign for Christmas?
If your teenager is self-conscious about their smile, straightening their teeth with clear aligners can give them a whole new level of confidence. Invisalign can correct problems like crooked teeth, gapped teeth, underbites and overbites. And correcting these problems while your child is still a teenager will give them healthier teeth in adulthood. In fact, the teenage years are actually the best time to get orthodontic treatments like Invisalign—here’s why.
The Advantages of Invisalign for Teens
Clear aligners are safer and more comfortable than metal braces. Your teenager will have no need to worry about wires snapping or irritation and sores from the brackets. And because the realignment process is so much gentler, clear aligners should not cause any pain.
It’s also easier to keep teeth clean with clear aligners. Since they’re removable, your teen can brush and floss normally. They won’t have to worry about food or plaque getting stuck under wires or in hard-to-reach places and causing cavities.
Invisalign treatment may even be cheaper for teens. Most dental insurance providers will cover a significant portion of orthodontic treatment for people under the age of 18. If your current insurance does not include orthodontics, you may want to upgrade your plan when you enroll for next year’s benefits.
How to Prepare Your Teenager for Invisalign
Make sure your teen knows what to expect with Invisalign. Straightening your teeth with clear aligners is a big commitment. Incorrect use or improper care can cause problems and extend the length of treatment, so they will need to follow their dentist’s instructions carefully and be willing to take responsibility for their own role in the process.
- Invisalign treatment usually takes about a year. During that time, they’ll have to wear their aligners for a minimum of 22 hours per day, which means wearing them when they’re asleep as well as when they’re awake.
- The aligners must be removed if they’re eating or drinking anything other than water. Your teenager might have to cut back on snacking or give up energy drinks. And whenever they remove their aligners, they’ll need to put them in a special case to keep them clean and prevent damage.
- In addition to daily brushing and flossing, your teen will also need to clean their aligner trays. This means rinsing them every time they take them off and put them back on, as well as soaking and brushing them once a day.
Invisalign for Teens in Prescott, Arizona
If your teen has been asking to try clear aligners, go with the brand that has proven results. Because Invisalign treatments are managed by an orthodontist and include regular, in-person visits, they are safer and more effective than other brands. And at Prescott Dentistry, you’ll know that you’re placing your child’s future dental health in trustworthy hands. Contact us to schedule an Invisalign consultation today.
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