Is Invisalign right for your teen? You’re definitely not the first parent to ask. Most parents wonder if Invisalign really is a viable option for their teenager’s orthodontic treatment.
If your teen has been stressing about the prospect of traditional braces and begging you for Invisalign, there’s good news: In our practice, we have tons of teenagers who’ve had an excellent experience using the Invisalign system to give them a beautiful healthy smile.
Keep reading to find out more about Invisalign Teen®, and take a look at some of the most common questions parents have about Invisalign for their teen’s orthodontic treatment.
Common Questions about Invisalign Teen®
Will My Teenager Wear Their Aligners?
Many parents worry that they’ll have to constantly nag their teenager to wear their aligners – we totally understand!
Teens today have so many activities and responsibilities to keep track of – sometimes it seems like their busy schedules rival our own! Despite the fact that today’s teens are totally strapped for time, we’ve found that our teen Invisalign patients are great about wearing their aligners every day – believe it or not, teens are a lot better about it than our adult patients!
Wearing aligners will easily become a natural part of your teenager’s daily routine. In fact, while their teeth are moving during treatment, it often feels stranger to have their aligners out of their mouth than in.
Remember all the things your teenager keeps track of well – homework, sports practice, extra-curricular activities. Teenagers today are used to balancing a lot, and they’re great at it – remembering their Invisalign treatment is no exception.
Don’t Teens Constantly Lose Their Invisalign Clear Aligners?
We often hear parents tell us that their teenager can barely keep track of their phone – so how will they ever keep track of their aligners?
Not to worry — we’ve got you (and your teen) covered!
Every Invisalign Teen case comes with 6 free replacement aligners – and we’ve never had a patient lose all 6!
In many cases, when an aligner is lost, we can just have the patient start their next aligner early.
Does Invisalign Really Do the Same Thing as Braces?
Absolutely!
Dr. Boschken is one of the most skilled Invisalign providers in North America, and he knows all about treating teens with Invisalign. With his experience treating over 3000 Invisalign cases, he knows all the ins and outs of getting a perfect result. Dr. Boschken is creative and cutting edge in the wide range of cases he’s comfortable treating with the Invisalign system.
If you’re seeking Invisalign treatment for your teenager, it’s critical to find a provider with a high level of experience. Invisalign is a very technique sensitive product, and it’s not the same in every doctor’s hands. It’s best to find a doctor with extensive experience – and Dr. Boschken is one the most experienced providers in the world!
What Are the Advantages of Invisalign vs. Traditional Braces?
There are so many benefits for your teenager when you choose Invisalign clear aligners over traditional braces.
The teenage years can be tough in many ways, and self-confidence is important during this time of life. Invisalign clear aligners allow your teen to straighten their teeth without the stigma of traditional braces. Because Invisalign is practically transparent and almost completely unnoticeable, teens receive their orthodontic treatment with minimal impact on their social life and confidence.
We find that our Invisalign treated teenagers smile big and proud while they’re wearing their aligners. And in the age of social media and constant picture snapping, giving your teenager the gift of confidence to smile naturally during their orthodontic treatment.
Another huge benefit of the Invisalign system for your teenager is they can clean their teeth much more easily! It can be challenging to keep teeth clean in traditional braces, especially around the wires and brackets. With Invisalign, your teenager can brush and floss normally.
The Invisalign technology is so advanced, and in the experienced hands of Dr. Boschken you can be assured a phenomenal result and an excellent experience for your teenager.
Your teen will thank you for giving them more confidence and ease during their orthodontic treatment!
