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Treating orthodontic issues early often means shorter, less invasive treatment. Orthodontic care during your teenage years is not only important for your teen’s confidence but also for their long-term dental health. Whether it is braces or clear aligners early orthodontic care is a crucial step for healthy and beautiful smiles. Here are a few reasons why getting your teen to Imagine Orthodontic Studio, for their braces or clear aligners can make a big difference:
Ideal Timing For Treatment
During the teenage years, the body is in a stage of rapid growth. This means that both their teeth and jaws and still developing in their teen years. This rapid growth makes it the perfect time for orthodontic treatment because the teeth are easier to move and the jaw can still be guided into a better position with less pain. If you do not address the alignment issues in your teen now, they could suffer from more painful and complex dental problems as they grow.
Boosts Confidence
Being a teen is tough, and as a parent, if you could do one thing to help boost your teen’s confidence, a straighter smile could be it!Having crooked teeth or an improper bite could open up your teen to bullying and make them feel self-conscious. Having your teen straighten their teeth with braces or clear aligners will help them with a confidence boost that could last a lifetime.
Improves Oral Health
Orthodontic care not only improves your teen’s confidence, but it can also help their dental health. Misaligned teeth, crooked teeth, or improper bites can make it difficult to take proper care of their teeth. These issues can make it difficult to brush and floss properly, which can lead to cavities, gum disease, and other dental issues. Orthodontic treatments, like braces and clear aligners, can help to improve the appease of your teen’s smile and make it easier for them to maintain good oral health.
Corrects Bite Issues
Issues like overbites, underbites, or crossbites left untreated can cause discomfort, difficulty chewing, and even speech problems in your teen. Teens need to have access to orthodontic treatment so that these issues can be corrected. Both braces and some clear aligner brands, like Angel Aligners, can treat some cases of overbites, underbites, or crossbites. Correcting these issues in early childhood development can help make life easier for your teen while also preventing any future dental complications.
Braces or Clear Aligners
There are a variety of orthodontic treatments available for teens. At Imagine Orthodontic Studio we off traditional braces with a twist and clear aligners. We take pride in offering a wide range of options for both! Beyond the traditional silver and gold brackets, we offer rose gold, rainbow, royal blue, and classic black, so that our brackets can complement any teen-changing style. The two most common options for teens are traditional braces or clear aligners, like Angel Aligners or Invisalign, but it is important to understand the differences:
- Traditional Braces: Metal braces are the go-to option for many orthodontists because they can easily fix complex alignment and bite issues. Braces are a sturdy and effective option for your teen because you do not have to worry about your teen forgetting to wear them. With our colored brackets and our colored elastics to mix and match, teens can match their orthodontic treatment to any style.
- Clear Aligners: Clear aligners are a popular choice for teens because they are discreet. Angel Aligners and Invisalign are made from a smooth plastic which not only makes them nearly invisible but also discreet. Clear aligners have to be worn for 22 hours a day, but they can be removed for eating, brushing, and flossing, which means no food restrictions or changes in hygiene habits.
Whichever option you and your teen choose, our expert orthodontists in St. Pete and Clearwater will ensure a customized treatment plan to achieve that perfect smile. Book your teen’s free consultation today and get them started on their smile journey! Plus, if you sign a contract on the day of your free consultation, you’ll receive $1000 off your teen’s orthodontic treatment!
