Clear Aligners for Teens – Wilmington, IL
A Clear Solution for Straighter Teeth
Clear aligners are an excellent orthodontic treatment for adults, but they’re also a great option for teenagers. Specifically, Clear Aligners for teens in Wilmington is proven to effectively help young adults overcome misaligned teeth and bites. As teenagers learn to build their self-image and make good first impressions, this discreet and convenient treatment offers a clear solution for straighter teeth. Contact our office today to schedule a consultation and discover if Clear Aligners is right for your child.
Why Choose Grand Dental - Wilmington For Clear Aligners Teen?
- Licensed Orthodontist Specialist On Staff
- Family & Specialty Practice for All Your Teen’s Dental Care
- Comfortable, Discreet, & Removable Orthodontic Option
How Does Clear Aligners Teen Work?
Traditional Clear Aligners and Clear Aligners Teen both use the same kind of aligners. They are crafted from SmartTrack technology and biocompatible clear plastic. Each removable aligner is precisely made to fit a patient’s unique smile. Both processes begin by taking digital impressions and scans of the patient’s mouth and using this information to map out their treatment from beginning to end.
However, Clear Aligners for teens comes with a blue compliance indicator. This small but important feature helps parents and providers keep track of their teen’s progress. The blue compliance indicator will fade gradually over time, but only if the patient is wearing their aligners for the required 20-22 hours a day. Not only will this help us monitor the progression of treatment, but it will encourage your teen to stick to their treatment plan.
Once a teenager has finished their series of aligners and achieved their desired results, the retention phase will begin. A custom retainer will be made, which your child will need to wear regularly (according to our instructions) to ensure their teeth do not shift back out of place.
Benefits of Clear Aligners Teen
When compared to traditional metal braces, Clear Aligners teen offers a variety of important benefits for teenagers looking to improve their smile and orthodontic health. A few of the most notable are:
- Better oral health: Aligned teeth are easier to keep clean, which will naturally lower your teen’s risk of issues like cavities, gum disease, and worn-down enamel.
- Flexible treatment: Unlike metal braces, Clear Aligners Teen can be removed. This will allow your teenager to continue to eat all their favorite foods, practice more thorough oral hygiene, and permit them to continue playing their favorite sports.
- Increased comfort: Clear Aligners Teen provides a much more comfortable orthodontic treatment option than metal braces since the aligners are made of smooth plastic.
- Discreet appearance: Shiny metal brackets can take a tremendous toll on your teenager's self-confidence and self-image. Fortunately, with Clear Aligners Teen, they can get a straighter smile without altering their appearance.
Clear Aligners Teen Vs. Clear Aligners
Traditional Clear Aligners and Clear Aligners Teen are both very similar, but there are a few key differences, including:
- The blue compliance indicator: Clear Aligners Teen has a blue compliance indicator that let’s parents and our in-house orthodontist in Wilmington ensure the aligners are being worn correctly.
- Eruption tabs: Clear Aligners Teen can help young patients whose adult teeth are still coming in, or who still have a few baby teeth. The Clear Teen aligners have spaces in them that allow the adult teeth to come in properly without disrupting the treatment.