What treatment is best for my teenager?
At Valeriano Orthodontics, we believe every teenager deserves a treatment plan tailored to their unique needs, lifestyle, and preferences. That’s why we offer both Damon Braces and Invisalign® clear aligners to our teen patients. Dr. Moon and Dr. Valeriano will personally guide you in choosing the option that’s the best fit for your teen. No matter which path you choose, our ultimate goal is the same: a healthy, natural, and beautifully confident smile.
Teenage Years Are The Perfect Time For Orthodontic Treatment
- Orthodontic problems don’t improve with age. You can’t outgrow them and they usually become harder to treat as you age.
- It is easier to reposition teeth and jaws while they’re still growing and still malleable. Once facial growth is complete, treatment can be more difficult and costly.
- By the age of eleven to thirteen, a person has lost most of their baby teeth and most of the permanent teeth have erupted making correction of a bad bite, improper tooth spacing and poor alignment ideal.
- Increased confidence from an improved smile can have a major impact on a teenager’s self-image.
- There is also a social element to braces. When a teenager has braces, they are never alone. Their classmates and friends most likely have braces, too. Your teen may feel more comfortable undergoing treatment at the same time as their peers.
How Long Will Teenage Orthodontic Treatment Last?
Just like most things in life, each individual is different. There’s no one answer because it depends on the specific patient. However, orthodontic treatment usually lasts eighteen to twenty-four months.
Teenage Orthodontic Treatment Reviews
Excellent experience with Valeriano Orthodontics. I appreciate the technology that he uses with Invisalign, part of which included the Smile Doctors app and a physical “scanbox” device which clipped to my phone. The scanbox allowed me to take weekly checkup videos from the comfort of my home, and the ability to receive/send messages from/to the doctor. In the middle of my treatment, I had to relocate to another city and this system was vital in allowing me to continue my treatment with Dr. Valeriano, rather than having to transfer my care to another doctor. I also appreciate that he offers an interest free in-house finance plan. The office is in a great location, very clean, organized and modern. Dr. Valeriano, and all of his staff are very professional, friendly, and offered excellent care and service. I did such a good job of wearing my aligners, that I was able to finish my course of treatment 3 months ahead of schedule! I would highly recommend Dr. Valeriano to anyone considering Invisalign.
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