You’ve most likely heard of Invisalign, but did you know they’re available for children as well?
Orthodontic procedures are a common practice among youth; however, this typically occurs through traditional outlets like metal braces. Kids straighten their teeth for more than just aesthetics. Correct tooth placement leads to overall better oral health and comfort. Children have an easier time brushing and flossing their teeth, reducing their risk of tooth decay and gum disease.
At Khara Orthodontics, Invisalign treatments are available for children, teens, and adults alike, along with traditional metal braces. We are highly trained and equipped to answer any questions to decide if Invisalign is right for your child.
Youth Orthodontic Issues Fixed by Invisalign
Invisalign addresses a wide range of orthodontic issues for both children and adults. For children, Invisalign addresses issues in their early stages, including:
- Crooked Teeth: Invisalign can fix children’s misaligned teeth that can impact their ability to eat their favorite foods.
- Crowded Teeth: Invisalign also corrects cramped, twisted, or overlapped teeth that occur when your child grows and their jaw size is unable to accommodate.
- Unwanted Gaps: If your child has separated teeth that causes visible gaps in their smile, impacting its aesthetics and function, Invisalign can help.
- Overbites: Invisalign corrects overlapped teeth that hang over the bottom teeth to create an uneven bite.
- Underbites: If your child has overlapped bottom teeth positioned slightly ahead of your top teeth, Invisalign works to bring them into position.
Invisalign Versus Braces for Kids
This is the main internal debate parents feel when deciding which orthodontic procedure is right for their child. While metal braces are traditionally more popular, the number of children using Invisalign has increased in recent years.
Invisalign is changing the way families think about creating a confident smile. As opposed to metal wires and brackets, Invisalign highlights comfort through their removable design that gently guides young teeth into place.
Both options create noticeable results with similar pricing and timelines. Costs between the two options run roughly the same. However, price ultimately depends on the level and duration of procedure. The same goes for treatment timelines. While treatment times are generally the same between Invisalign and metal brackets, more responsibility falls on Invisalign patient for consistent aligner wear due to the flexibility of the procedure.
What is Invisalign First?
So how does Invisalign for Kids work? At Khara Orthodontics, we’re proud to offer Invisalign First, an innovative alternative to traditional Phase One treatment. This safe and proven method helps children’s bite alignment as they grow, proactively preventing complicated bite problems in their later years.
Through a subtle series of trays made of clear, smooth plastic, children’s teeth are gradually and comfortably straightened. Similar to metal braces, young children may need additional orthodontic work later in life. However, this first step makes next procedures less complicated and faster.
The Pros of Invisalign First
Invisalign First provides your child with many benefits, including:
Increased Comfortability
Ditching the harsh metal brackets and sharp wires, Invisalign First ensures your child can enjoy all of life’s activities without the discomfort of teeth alignment.
Removable Trays
No more battling with your child about what they can and can’t eat with metal braces- simply remove the trays with Invisalign First! This treatment becomes a part of your daily life instead of altering it. Your child can eat their favorite foods all while easily cleaning teeth and trays afterwards.
Subtle Aesthetics
Though some kids prefer to stand out with bright, colorful brackets, those who prefer a more subtle treatment will enjoy Invisalign First’s discrete, clear design.
Responsibility
Invisalign First does more than alter your child’s physical smile- it also teaches them how to be responsible. From learning how to effectively clean their tray, to remembering consistent aligner wear, your child will learn valuable lessons in independence and responsibility.
Invisalign First in Morrisville & Holly Springs, NC
At Khara Orthodontics, we’re proud Diamond Plus providers, offering quality, expert Invisalign treatment for your child in Morrisville and Holly Springs. Dr. Khara’s extensive experience and personalized approach ensure every patient receives a plan designed to achieve their dream smile, whether that is through Invisalign First or traditional braces.
Schedule your consultation today to help your child reach their smile goals and find out if Invisalign First is right for them!