4 Reasons Why Your Teen Will Love Invisalign!

Is your teen eager to straighten their smile? A lot of people are unhappy with the appearance of their teeth because they are misaligned or crooked. However, getting traditional braces isn’t something that many older teens or adults look forward to. Fortunately, Invisalign makes a great alternative and has some incredible benefits. Continue reading to learn some of the reasons why teenagers will love Invisalign!

How Does Invisalign Work?

While traditional braces use metal brackets and wires, Invisalign uses a series of clear aligners to slowly shift the teeth into their rightful locations. On average, patients wear each set for about two weeks before moving to the next one. Over time, the teeth slowly shift into alignment. Your teen doesn’t need to get anything tightened during the treatment process, but they will still need to see their dentist for regular visits to make sure that everything is moving as expected.

Why Is Invisalign a Good Option for Teens?

There are all sorts of benefits of Invisalign. Here are just some of the ways that it can benefit teens.

Minimal School Disruption

Traditional braces require frequent wire changes and occasional repairs. However, with Invisalign, they only need to visit their dentist every 8-12 weeks. This means that they are spending less time out of school at the dental office when they could be learning. Teens are also less likely to require emergency visits with Invisalign than they would with traditional braces.

Lower Risk of Cavities

With braces, it can be difficult to thoroughly clean the teeth because there are brackets and wires in the way. Food becomes lodged under wires and around brackets, requiring special tools to remove them. When food debris and plaque are left behind, they are at increased risk of tooth decay and gum disease. With Invisalign, your teen can remove their aligners to clean their smile, so they don’t need to make any dramatic changes to their oral hygiene routine. They just brush and floss after meals.

No Food Restrictions

When you have traditional braces, it can be tough to say goodbye to popcorn, corn on the cob, and other difficult-to-eat foods. The good news is that with Invisalign, your teen will remove their aligners to eat, so they don’t need to make any changes to their diet. They just need to be sure to thoroughly clean their teeth before putting their aligners back in.

Discreet Treatment

Older teens and adults don’t always feel comfortable showing off a mouthful of metal brackets and wires. Invisalign aligners are nearly invisible, so your teen can straighten their smile discreetly, helping them feel confident about their appearance in the meantime!

Invisalign has all sorts of exciting benefits. If your teen wants to achieve a straighter smile, but isn’t eager about traditional braces, ask their dentist about Invisalign. This way, you can set up the future of their smile for success!

About the Practice

At Drew Beaty DDS, Dr. Drew Beaty and Dr. Brandon Walker work together to treat patients in the Federal Way community. With their combined experience and expertise, patients can get pretty much anything they need under one roof. To learn more about Invisalign or to schedule a consultation for your teen, visit their website or call (253) 839-6544.