Invisalign is widely regarded as an extremely effective treatment for a range of orthodontic problems but many dentists are reluctant to recommend this treatment for teenage patients. The reason for this is simple; the aligners are removable and therefore results depend on the individual. While there is nothing wrong with the actual treatment itself, dentists feel that other treatments would benefit teenagers more because they are fixed and therefore the temptation to take them off doesn’t exist.
In order to address this problem, Invisalign has come up with Invisalign Teen, a revolutionary treatment that has been designed specifically for teenage patients. We at Liverpool Braces Clinic are ecstatic to be able to offer this treatment to our younger patients.
Invisalign Teen works in exactly the same way as normal Invisalign braces. A series of aligners is made up to gradually move the teeth over the course of time, but there are two major differences; firstly, the aligners come with several spare aligners so there is no need for a commotion if one gets lost, and secondly, the aligners are marked with tabs, which change colour when the aligner needs replacing with the next one in the series. These alterations make it easier for teenagers to keep tabs on their treatment.
The most obvious benefit of Invisalign Teen braces is the fact that they are invisible to other people. During the teenage years, it’s more important than ever to feel happy about the way you look and many people worry that they may be bullied because they wear braces. Invisalign braces are the most discreet braces on the market and nobody will know they are even there. The aligners are also designed to fit the mouth perfectly and are much more comfortable than traditional braces. The aligners are also removable, which means you can brush your teeth properly.