Invisible Braces Benefits For Teens

Walking into school with invisible braces isn't like it used to be. Traditional metal made it so that everyone knew that you had been to the orthodontist. Everyone knew that they were going to be on there for a while. It is impossible to hide the brackets and the wire that run from tooth to tooth. Now all of that has changed.

Many kids and teens struggle with their self-image and unfortunately other kids aren't much help. If you have a child or teen that needs to have their teeth straightened, consider talking to your orthodontist about invisible braces. It might make things a little easier on your child in more ways that one.

Appearance:
Most of the time you can't even tell that a person is wearing invisible braces. They can be right in front of you, speaking to you, and look no different than they did before. However, molds are making slight changes to the way the teeth are aligned. For many kids, this is a great way to have their problem solved without anyone else knowing. In fact once your child gets used to them, they may not even realize that they have a mold in.

Adjustments and New Molds:
Gone are the days of going to the orthodontist for a tightening or adjustment of the brackets and wire. With invisible braces an appointment involves coming in to get the next mold. Each time you come in you will get the next step in your progression. For most kids this appointment causes less anxiety and can be easier to handle. As a parent you might also appreciate how much less of a hassle this is compared to the traditional route.

Cleaning, Flossing, Eating:
Invisible braces make brushing, flossing, and eating so simple. Instead of working around the metal and wires to make sure that you got every inch of your tooth and everything in between, they can just brush as they normally would. Take the mold off, brush and floss and replace the mold. While they need to stay on for the most part, there are times when they can be removed.

Food isn't going to be a problem either. Gone are the lists of restricted foods that will cause problems with the brackets, wiring, and compound keeping it all together. The mold comes off when your child eats. They can indulge in whatever candy, apples, or corn that they like. It won't affect the mold in any way. This is once again a win-win situation. The kids are thrilled that they don't have to give anything up. The parents are happy because there is no argument when it comes to what they choose for a snack.

In the end an orthodontist can give you his or her recommendation for what is best for your child or teen's teeth. However, if the choice is up to you, consider the no-show option.