{"id":39,"date":"2019-08-15T14:07:28","date_gmt":"2019-08-15T14:07:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.kids-dentistry.com\/blog\/?p=39"},"modified":"2019-08-15T20:26:28","modified_gmt":"2019-08-15T20:26:28","slug":"5-questions-invisalign-in-new-britain-for-teens","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kids-dentistry.com\/blog\/2019\/08\/15\/5-questions-invisalign-in-new-britain-for-teens\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Common Questions About Invisalign for Your Teen, Answered"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Does your teenager need orthodontic treatment but\ndoesn\u2019t want to endure years of brackets and wires? This is a key moment in\ntheir lives for developing a strong sense of identity and self-esteem, which\ncan be impacted by the cumbersome look of metal every time they smile.\nInvisalign in New Britain utilizes practically unnoticeable plastic trays to\ngradually shift their teeth into their ideal positions. Do you want to know if\nInvisalign is right for your teenager? Below, you\u2019ll find the answers to some\nof the most common questions from parents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Is Invisalign Treatment More Expensive Than Braces?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Most patients opt for traditional braces for their son or\ndaughter because they believe Invisalign is going to be more expensive.\nInvisalign is becoming a more popular treatment among patients of all ages\nbecause the cost is generally the same. However, it\u2019s important to keep in mind\nthat the price drastically varies from patient to patient, so to learn the\nexact difference in amount, schedule a consultation with their orthodontist\nin New Britain<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Should I Do if My Teen Loses Their Aligner?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s possible for your teen to lose their aligners when they\ntake them out to eat lunch at school or accidentally throw them away. When this\nhappens, simply call their orthodontist as soon as you realize their aligners have\ngone missing. Depending on how close they are to switching to their next set of\naligners, their orthodontist may recommend continuing to move through their\ntreatment or ordering a replacement set. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Will My Teen Have Any Diet Restrictions While Undergoing Treatment?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

With metal braces, your teen may need to give up some of\ntheir favorite snacks because they could damage their brackets. Because\nInvisalign aligners are removable, all they\u2019ll have to do is take them out\nbefore they eat to enjoy whatever food or beverages they\u2019re craving. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Can I Trust That My Teen is Wearing Their Aligners?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It can be hard to adjust to wearing an oral appliance,\nespecially if it makes your mouth sore at first. Because Invisalign aligners\nare removable, it can be tempting to take them out every now and then. Of\ncourse, the treatment won\u2019t do your teen any good if they\u2019re not wearing their\ntrays. When they come in every six weeks for their checkups and to receive\ntheir new set of aligners, we\u2019ll be able to tell if they\u2019ve been wearing them\nand can let you know. Usually, there will be a blue dot located on the back of their\naligners that fades away to help your teen keep track of when they should visit\ntheir orthodontist again.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Long Will My Teen Need to Wear Their Aligners?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Your teen will need to wear their trays for at least 22\nhours each day to be effective and achieve the lasting results. The only times\nthey\u2019ll need to take them out are to eat and clean them. All other times, they\nshould be wearing them. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

To learn more about how Invisalign treatment can benefit\nyour teenager\u2019s long-term oral health and boost their confidence, schedule a\nconsultation with their orthodontist today! They\u2019ll be sure to thank you when\nthey\u2019re older! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the Author<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dr. Meghan Alexander is passionate about working with her\npatients to create their ideal smiles by providing them with high-quality\northodontic care. She completed specialty training in orthodontics at the University\nof Rochester and continues her education to this day to keep up with the latest\nadvancements in her field. She provides comprehensive care to young patients,\nincluding traditional braces, clear and ceramic braces, and Invisalign\naligners. For questions or to schedule an appointment, visit Pediatric\nDentistry & Orthodontics\u2019 website<\/a> or call\n860-224-2419.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Does your teenager need orthodontic treatment but doesn\u2019t want to endure years of brackets and wires? This is a key moment in their lives for developing a strong sense of identity and self-esteem, which can be impacted by the cumbersome look of metal every time they smile. Invisalign in New Britain utilizes practically unnoticeable plastic […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.kids-dentistry.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/39"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.kids-dentistry.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.kids-dentistry.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.kids-dentistry.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.kids-dentistry.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=39"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/www.kids-dentistry.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/39\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":43,"href":"https:\/\/www.kids-dentistry.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/39\/revisions\/43"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.kids-dentistry.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=39"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.kids-dentistry.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=39"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.kids-dentistry.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=39"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}