Invisalign for Kids & Teens

A straighter smile doesn’t always have to mean traditional braces. At Pediatric Dental Specialists, we offer Invisalign clear aligners for kids and teens, providing an orthodontic treatment option that can fit more naturally into school, sports and everyday life.

Our pediatric dental team can evaluate your child’s teeth, bite and development to determine whether Invisalign may be an appropriate option and help your family understand what to expect from treatment.

What Is Invisalign?

Invisalign uses a series of custom-made, clear aligners to gradually move teeth toward their planned positions. Instead of brackets and wires, your child wears removable aligners that fit closely over the teeth.

As treatment progresses, your child moves through a series of aligners designed to make gradual changes to their smile.

Because the aligners are removable and discreet, Invisalign can be an appealing option for children and teenagers who are candidates for clear aligner treatment.

Invisalign Designed Around Growing Smiles

Orthodontic treatment for a child isn’t quite the same as orthodontic treatment for an adult. Children’s mouths are still developing, permanent teeth may still be erupting and their orthodontic needs can change as they grow.

That’s why an evaluation is an important first step.

Our team considers your child’s dental development along with the position of their teeth and bite before recommending treatment. If Invisalign is appropriate, we’ll develop a treatment plan based on their individual needs and monitor their progress as their smile changes.

Benefits of Invisalign for Kids & Teens

For the right patient, Invisalign offers several advantages over traditional braces.

Nearly invisible treatment: Clear aligners are much less noticeable than brackets and wires, which can be particularly appealing to image-conscious teens.

Removable aligners: Aligners can be removed for eating, brushing and flossing.

No food restrictions from brackets or wires: Because the aligners come out at mealtimes, kids can continue enjoying their normal foods while following the instructions provided by our team.

Easier brushing and flossing: Your child can remove the aligners to clean their teeth normally, making it easier to maintain good oral hygiene throughout treatment.

Fits active lifestyles: There are no brackets or wires to work around during day-to-day activities.