Straightened teeth are easier to keep clean, preventing decay or cavities in the long run.
Your orthodontist will begin by examining your teen’s jaw, teeth, and gums for any misalignment or bite issues. If your teen’s smile and bite could benefit from an alignment solution, your orthodontist will walk you both through each step of the treatment plan to ensure desired results.
Your orthodontist will then gather a comprehensive set of records to diagnose the problem and create a tailored treatment plan for your teen. Detailed pictures, x-rays, mouth measurements, and a bite impression will be taken to create a custom dental appliance for your teen’s smile.
Once the custom-made dental appliance is made, your orthodontist will administer proper fitting and placement to ensure maximum comfort and effective results. Our team will also provide your teen with various tips and tricks to keep their dental appliance in great shape throughout their smile alignment journey.
Follow up appointments will be scheduled every 4-8 weeks so the orthodontist can monitor your teen’s progress. Depending on your teen’s bite and alignment issues, treatment can last anywhere from six months to two years.
Metal braces are one of the most common, affordable, and durable options for patients looking to correct mild to severe tooth and jaw misalignment. Made of medical-grade stainless steel brackets and archwires, metal braces can correct your teen’s teeth over time to produce a natural, straight smile.
Similar to traditional metal braces, ceramic braces guide your teen’s teeth to its desired alignment with wires and brackets for a strong, straight smile and bite. The main difference is that ceramic braces are composed of a clear ceramic material that appears transparent, making them much less noticeable than traditional metal braces.
Clear aligners are made from a medical-grade plastic material to help guide your teen’s teeth into their preferred position. Clear aligners are an option that can discreetly and drastically straighten your teen’s smile.
Teens’ orthodontics can prevent wear, chipping, and other dental trauma.
Crowded teeth, gaps between teeth, awkward bite alignment, uneven teeth proportion within the mouth, and difficulty chewing or breathing are all strong signs that your teen may be in need of orthodontic treatment. Even if your teen’s slightly misaligned teeth may not be causing other complications at the moment, misalignment can progress as your child ages, if the teeth are left in an unhealthy position. Early detection and treatment is key to maintaining lifelong oral health and preventing other orthodontic issues from arising later down the road.
While patients can be consulted for orthodontic care at any age, the teenage years are one of the best times to correct teeth and jaw issues and prevent orthodontic problems from worsening in adulthood. Your teen’s jaw and teeth are nearing their final adult stages and are more receptive to treatment than as an adult. If your teen’s crooked smile makes them self conscious or gets in the way of their daily life, braces or clear aligners can give them a confidence boost, now and always.
For most teens, orthodontic problems stem from genetic or inherited traits. However, dental diseases, early loss of baby or adult teeth, an accident, or a habit like prolonged thumb sucking may have caused significant smile or bite issues for your teen. In any case, our team will create a thorough treatment plan to ensure your teen’s unique needs are met and corrected for a lifetime of optimal oral health.
Our team recommends scheduling an appointment for your teen between the ages of 11 to 13, although any teenager is encouraged to stop by for a consultation. By the age of 11 to 13, most baby teeth will be lost, adult teeth will have emerged, and your teen’s jaw will be pliable and less resistant to orthodontic treatment. This is the best time your orthodontist can begin assessing the problems that cause bite issues, improper tooth spacing, and poor alignment in your teen’s mouth.
Many factors come into play when determining the cost of your teen’s orthodontic treatment, including the severity of their teeth misalignment, appointment and visits, insurance type, and more. The cost is different for each patient, so schedule a consultation with your orthodontist to find out how much you’ll pay for your teen’s orthodontic treatment.
Teens’ orthodontics can reduce the chance of developing gum disease.
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