ProviderInvisalign Clear Aligners for Fairbanks & North Pole Teens
The teen years are a time of self-discovery and growing self-awareness. For many kids this age, their appearance and lifestyle are paramount when considering orthodontic treatment. That's where Invisalign Teen comes in.
Invisalign Teen's lightweight, clear aligners feature the same barely-there aesthetic as standard Invisalign. For teens with concerns about the appearance of their smiles during treatment, this can make all the difference.
The aligners are also removable, helping teens maintain a sense of normalcy.
Brushing and flossing require no extra work or technique, and they don't need to give up any of their favorite foods. The aligners can even come out for taking part in sports, playing musical instruments or smiling for the camera on picture day at school.
What makes Invisalign Teen really special, though, is that it has a number of built-in features designed just for teenagers.
Orthodontic Treatment During the Teen Years
Orthodontic treatment between the ages of 12 and 18 is designed to guide the healthy development of teens' smiles. Invisalign Teen may be part of your teen's orthodontic treatment at Wentz Orthodontics.
Learn More About Orthodontics for TeensThe Invisalign Process at Wentz Orthodontics
Invisalign straightens teeth by applying a gentle, consistent pressure to the teeth over a prescribed period of time.
Treatment comes in the form of a series of custom-made clear aligners. Each aligner plays a specific role in the treatment process and is then switched out for the next one until the desired results are achieved.
How is Invisalign Teen Different?
Eruption Tabs
Your teen's adult teeth may still be erupting. Eruption tabs have been built into Invisalign Teen aligners to give adult teeth the room they need to fully develop.
Compliance Indicators
Invisalign Teen aligners feature small blue dots that fade away after two weeks. These indicators help your teen keep track of how long they need to wear each aligner before changing to the next in the series.
6 Sets of Replacement Aligners
Aligners can get lost or damaged even with the most meticulous care. Invisalign Teen comes with six sets of replacement aligners to help reduce the risk of treatment delays from lost or broken aligners.