ProviderClear Aligners for Straighter, Happier Smiles
The teen years are a time of self-discovery and growing self-awareness. For a lot of kids this age, appearance is a primary concern when considering orthodontic treatment. That's where clear aligners come in.
Clear aligners are a lightweight and discreet way to address orthodontic issues in teens who are concerned about how their smiles will look during treatment. For many teenagers, this can make all the difference.
Clear aligners have the benefit of being removable, helping teens maintain a sense of normalcy throughout their busy day-to-day lives.
Brushing and flossing don't require any extra work, and they don't have to miss out on any of their favorite foods. The aligners can come out when playing sports or musical instruments, or even for smiling with confidence on school picture day.
At our orthodontic clinics in Clarkston, Oxford and Davison, we are proud to offer both Invisalign® and Spark™ Aligners for teen patients.
Orthodontic Treatment During the Teen Years
Orthodontic treatment between the ages of 12 and 18 is designed to guide the ongoing development of teens' smiles and fine-tune the smile's appearance. Clear aligners may be a part of your teen's treatment at Munk Orthodontics.
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Smooth, Removable Aligners
The smooth, lightweight construction of aligners leads to less friction compared with the brackets and wires of traditional braces. Plus, they're removable, so your teen can take them out to eat, brush, and floss, leaving these daily routines unaffected by treatment.
Barely There Appearance
One of the biggest benefits of clear aligners is their discreet appearance. In fact, many teens feel more comfortable correcting orthodontic issues because they are no longer concerned about how braces will affect their smile during treatment.
Fewer Visits to the Orthodontist
Unlike braces, clear aligners do not need regular adjustments. That means teens will only need to visit our office for occasional checkups to monitor their treatment progress.
The Clear Aligner Process at Munk Orthodontics
Clear aligners straighten teeth by applying gentle, consistent pressure to the teeth to gently move them over a period of time.
Treatment consists of a series of custom-made, clear aligners. Each aligner plays a specific role and is then switched out for the next one in the series. This process continues until the desired results are achieved.