Does Invisalign Work For Teenagers?

Invisalign aligners and other clear aligners are a great way to help improve your smile. They can help fix gaps between your teeth, crooked teeth, overbites/underbites, and other orthodontic concerns. Best of all they allow patients to remove them for a limited amount of time per day. This means you do not have to worry about changing your diet or trying to floss around metal wires. For teens, Invisalign can be a great dental strategy for handling their oral health concerns. But they might not be the right orthodontic treatment for every teenager. In this article, we will cover a few factors to consider when choosing the right orthodontic treatment for your kids. If you would like to discuss orthodontic treatments with us, please schedule an appointment with one of our twelve offices in the Chicago area. 

Does Invisalign Work For Everyone?

No, there are some orthodontic treatments that an orthodontist might not recommend Invisalign for. Complex orthodontic issues might require traditional braces or other orthodontic treatments. Clear aligner treatments like Invisalign are often recommended for patients who have moderate orthodontic issues like crowded teeth, tooth gaps, or issues with overbites or underbites. If your child has a significant orthodontic problem, their orthodontist might not recommend Invisalign or other clear aligner treatments.

What Challenges Are There For Teens When It Comes To Invisalign?

The best part of a clear aligner treatment can also be its biggest potential downside. Clear aligners are removable which means they prevent disruptions in your oral care or diet. But because they are removable, there are many stories of teenagers taking them out for the entire school day for example. Invisalign only works effectively if the aligners are kept on the teeth for 22 hours every day. This means there is a lot of personal responsibility required for Invisalign treatments to work. With metal braces, once the braces are put on parents really only need to worry about whether or not their children will follow their orthodontist’s advice regarding flossing and what they cannot eat. But with Invisalign, if your child does not wear their braces, it can stall the treatment and make the timeline significantly longer. This is why it is very important to make sure your kids understand that responsibility and are willing to follow the rules throughout their treatment plan. 

Schedule A Teen Invisalign Appointment in Chicago

Dental Town Chicago provides dental services for families throughout the Chicago area. Our twelve offices help patients maintain and improve their oral health. If you are interested in discussing orthodontic treatments, please contact our team so that we can discuss setting up an appointment at one of our offices. 

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