WHAT IS INVISALIGN TEEN?
1. Invisalign Teen is the practically transparent solution to straighten your
teen’s teeth without the limitations associated with traditional braces.
Instead of wiring and brackets, Invisalign® employs a line of transparent, detachable
aligners which have been personalized for your teen’s teeth. Your teenager just
puts them on over their teeth and switches to a brand new set of aligners every
2 weeks. Slowly and gradually, your teen’s teeth slowly move into position,
attaining that self-confident smile.
2. HOW DOES INVISALIGN COMPARE TO TRADITIONAL BRACES?
Invisalign is more effective than traditional braces. Once used as per the
suggestions of Mesa, AZ Invisalign-trained orthodontist, Dr. Tyler Robison, Invisalign
Teen is often as successful as conventional braces for the most typical
teeth-straightening problems. Invisalign is able to successfully address minor
to serious conditions, like underbite, overbite, overcrowding and spaces
between teeth. The odds are quite high your teenager would be an excellent
choice for Invisalign.
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3. WHAT ARE A FEW OF THE USEFUL BENEFITS OF INVISALIGN TEEN OVER CONVENTIONAL BRACES?
Did you have braces when you were younger? If so, you understand the problems
linked to metal wires and brackets. With Invisalign, the aligners are
detachable; therefore, your teenager is able to play sports without the concern
of getting smacked in the mouth by some kind of ball, which can often result in
serious damage in braces. They are able to continue playing musical instruments
the right way, without braces interfering. With braces, there are many food
items your teen cannot eat, from apples to popcorn and also uncooked carrots.
With Invisalign, there aren't any limitations. The detachable aligners allow it
to be convenient to brush and floss properly to keep up good oral hygiene.
4. ARE THERE ANY KIND OF EMOTIONAL ISSUES TO THINK ABOUT?
Scientific studies reveal that parents dismiss the degree to which teenagers
feel ashamed with regards to uneven teeth, and applying braces as a remedy
might make this low self-confidence worse yet. However with Invisalign Teen,
other people do not need to know your adolescent is straightening their teeth,
eliminating a possible cause of true stress and anxiety for them and providing
them the self-confidence to be themselves while in front of other people.
5. WHO IS ACTUALLY QUALIFIED FOR INVISALIGN TEEN?
Invisalign works extremely well for teenagers having erupting or erupted
permanent dentition - this consists of the majority of teens. Arizona’s premier
Invisalign provider, Dr. Tyler Robison will assess your teen’s particular
dental problems to ascertain candidacy.
6. HOW MUCH TIME DOES INVISALIGN TEEN TREATMENT METHODS TAKE?
The typical treatment period is similar to traditional braces; however, the
exact duration of your teen’s treatment varies according to the gravity of
their situation and will only be confirmed by your orthodontist.
7. WHAT IS THE COST OF INVISALIGN?
Invisalign Teen costs are comparable to conventional braces. Prices for
orthodontic treatment will differ by geography as well as with the complication
of treatment – consult an Invisalign trained orthodontist like Robison
Orthodontics for complete details. Additionally, confirm your dental insurance
coverage - orthodontic treatment solutions with Invisalign Teen are included
with several dental insurance plans. Several orthodontists will offer flexible
and reasonably priced monthly installment plans also.
8. WILL MY TEENAGER NEED TO WEAR INVISALIGN AT ALL TIMES?
Invisalign Teen works best when used 20 to 22 hours daily and replaced every 2
weeks. Scientific research evidence indicates that teenagers have on their
aligners on average for a little less than 21 hours daily, specifically as
suggested. In addition, Invisalign Teen carries an integrated guarantee check;
every aligner includes blue indicators that fade away with time once used as
instructed, therefore, Dr. Tyler Robison is able to monitor compliance.
9. WHAT WILL HAPPEN IF MY TEEN LOSES OR BREAKS THE ALIGNER?
Don’t stress - Invisalign Teen provides 6 replacement aligners free of charge!
If an aligner is missing, contact your orthodontist immediately.
10. HOW OFTEN WILL MY TEEN NEED TO SEE THE ORTHODONTIST?
With Invisalign Teen, you will usually spend less time with your orthodontist
compared to conventional braces. There are certainly no corrections to make,
zero broken wires to repair. After the first session, follow-up visits are
often booked every 4 to 6 weeks.
Robison Orthodontics is
Arizona’s Premier Invisalign provide. We offer two convenient East Valley
locations, one in Mesa and one in Gilbert, AZ. For more information on
Invisalign or braces, please call 480-615-8888 to schedule a free consultation
today!
