Welcome. Chances are good that you're here because your teen is interested in getting the Invisalign Teen™ system. We know it's an important decision and one for which you'll want the right information. This section is here to give you the facts you need to have a discussion with your teen and make up your mind.
Since the Invisalign Teen system was designed especially for teens, it-like other orthodontics-offers many health benefits, both during treatment and long-term. Keep reading to learn about the reasons that make Invisalign Teen the right choice for your teen.
Sure, Invisalign Teen effectively straightens teeth. It's designed to custom-fit your teeth and go with your lifestyle. You also should know Invisalign offers many other benefits that make it a great choice.
Since Invisalign Teen aligners are comfortable and smooth, it's easy for you to keep doing the things you want, like football, soccer, field hockey, and basketball. Or play the oboe! Invisalign Teen won't interrupt your life.
Invisalign Teen is practically invisible. Most likely, the only way people will know about your treatment is if you tell them. So hang out with your friends, get in photos, and, of course, smile... confidently.
Because you can take the aligners out, you can brush and floss normally. Plus you can eat whatever you want – pizza, popcorn… Chew gum! That's right, no forbidden foods.
Because Invisalign Teen aligners are made of smooth plastic and move your teeth in small increments, you don't have the pain that's often associated with tightening braces. Plus there are no metal wires or brackets to poke, or tear your mouth and gums. Relief!
The new Invisalign Teen™ system straightens your teeth with custom-made clear aligners that are comfortable and practically invisible. It was developed with leading orthodontists. And it works – one million patients worldwide have made Invisalign their clear choice. See, lots of good reasons to smile.
Of course you have a choice between Invisalign and metal braces. To help you make up your mind, here are the facts... all lined up.
Invisalign straightens my teeth.
Same for my braces.
Almost no one can see my aligners.
Lucky you. Everyone sees my braces.
I can take my aligners out when I need to.
I wish! My braces are on until my teeth are straight.
Brushing and flossing is no problem. It's just like before.
Serious? I find it hard to brush my teeth and gums. Flossing is a pain.
I can eat whatever I want.
I can't. Some foods can damage or get caught in my braces.
My teeth look good while I’m in treatment.
My teeth won’t look good until I get my braces off.
"My friends with traditional braces are pretty jealous because they're using little tools, trying to get stuff out of their braces."
Testimonial is from an actual Invisalign patient.
Invisalign Teen is a lot easier to take care of and manage than regular braces are.
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