teen orthodontics shirley nyAs your child grows into their smile, it is important to keep them close to the dentist in order to spot any concerns quickly. This is one of the reasons that you need to make sure that your child attends their schedule of cleanings and examinations according to their treatment plan. These visits help their provider to identify tooth decay and periodontal disease, and they can also track changes to their alignment to see if teen orthodontics may be their next step.

With your Shirley, NY pediatric dental and orthodontic office, your teen can know what is available to them. For some teens, clear aligner therapy from Invisalign® is the right move, helping them to achieve a more attractive and healthier smile with a little more privacy. This approach uses a progressive set of thin, nearly invisible aligner trays to effectively, yet gently, shift the position of the teeth along the oral ridge. Traditional braces are still a key part of orthodontic improvement for some teens, and we offer ceramic brackets to help provide a superior experience. To learn more about effective orthodontics for teens, give us a call today!

Invisalign® Clear Aligner Therapy Provides A Private Alignment Improvement

Is your teen pushing back against the idea of traditional braces? If so, they are far from alone. If given the choice, many people would prefer that their teen orthodontics stayed a little more private, and Invisalign® clear aligner therapy allows people to do just that.

With this approach, a patient is given a custom set of progressive aligner trays. As the patient wears their nearly invisible aligner trays, they shift the location of the teeth along the oral ridge, all while the outside world is unaware of what is going on. Invisalign® is a very popular choice among teens and adults alike, so if you have been thinking about making a change to your own smile, ask about where it is right for you!

Less Visible Traditional Braces With Ceramic Brackets

For some teens, Invisalign® therapy is not the right choice, and this can happen for a number of reasons. If your orthodontist has recommended traditional braces for your teen, be sure to ask if they have ceramic brackets available. These are less visible, while providing the same quality orthodontic improvement as metal braces. Talk to your child’s oral health team about the advantages of ceramic brackets for traditional braces in teen orthodontics.

Learn More About Teen Orthodontics!

Having a balanced smile can help your child to maintain their oral health and look their best. Talk to our team at Shirley Orthodontics and Pediatrics in NY at 631.399.1600 about Invisalign® clear aligners or traditional braces with ceramic brackets today!