{"id":9830,"date":"2019-09-20T09:20:16","date_gmt":"2019-09-20T09:20:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.familydentistry.com\/agoura-hills-ca\/alternative-to-braces-for-teens\/"},"modified":"2020-12-08T17:27:31","modified_gmt":"2020-12-08T17:27:31","slug":"alternative-to-braces-for-teens","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.familydentistry.com\/agoura-hills-ca\/alternative-to-braces-for-teens\/","title":{"rendered":"Alternative to Braces for Teens"},"content":{"rendered":"<!-- Alternative to Braces for Teens begin - editable - r11 13900 Xv4.484  Wv10.170 j25 rf -->\r\n<div class=\"services-page\">\r\n<section class=\"inner-topbar bg-primary\"><\/section>\r\n<section class=\"page-data\"><!-- Page Level Content -->\r\n<link itemprop=\"audience\" href=\"http:\/\/schema.org\/Patient\" \/>\r\n<link itemprop=\"specialty\" href=\"http:\/\/schema.org\/Dentistry\" \/>\r\n<link rel=\"prev\" href=https:\/\/www.familydentistry.com\/agoura-hills-ca\/invisalign\/ \/>\r\n<link rel=\"next\" href=https:\/\/www.familydentistry.com\/agoura-hills-ca\/invisalign-for-teens\/ \/>\r\n<meta itemprop=\"name\" content=\"Alternative to Braces for Teens\" \/>\r\n<meta itemprop=\"about\" content=\"Alternative to Braces for Teens | Invisible Alternative\" \/>\r\n<meta itemprop=\"description\" content=\"Don't want traditional braces? 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At SoCal Dental of Agoura, we regularly answer questions about Invisalign Teen\u00ae as an alternative to braces for teens. This product is growing in popularity as more and more teens are transforming their smile without the use of bulky and noticeable braces. If you live in Agoura Hills, CA or the area, we encourage you to call <a title=\"Click to call SoCal Dental of Agoura at (818) 597-0100\" href=\"tel:+1-818-597-0100\" class=\"TLBC\" id=\"CTC-Phone-Formatted-0\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">(818) 597-0100<\/a> and schedule an examination. 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For teeth to move from their current crooked position to where they are supposed to be, pressure must be applied. With braces, this is done using metal brackets with wires threaded between them. With Invisalign\u00ae, we apply pressure using a series of clear aligners that place specific amounts of pressure on specific teeth. When worn in a series, they put the right amount of pressure on the teeth to migrate the teeth to the correct position.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h2 itemprop=\"alternativeHeadline\">Here are six things you should know about Invisalign\u00ae prior to visiting our office.<\/h2>\r\n<div class=\"divider divider-solid\"><\/div>\r\n<ol class=\"bullet-list no-underline\">\r\n<li><strong>Teens love Invisalign\u00ae.<\/strong> If your teen enjoys their orthodontics treatment, they will be more committed to following through with it. Orthodontics is not a procedure that people can complete in one visit. It is up to your teen to remember to wear their aligners, keep up with appointments and care for his or her teeth. While the same level of commitment is necessary for wearing braces, Invisalign\u00ae can lead to better satisfaction in the teen during the process and months of wearing the product. Teens wear Invisalign\u00ae aligners for at least 21 hours per day. However, teens can remove the aligners to eat, brush their teeth, play sports or for taking a picture.<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>Easier to use.<\/strong> One of the biggest benefits of Invisalign Teen\u00ae as an alternative to braces for teens, is that the clear aligners are incredibly easy to use. The clear aligners function like a removable retainer. Your teen puts the aligners in and takes them out as necessary since we do not need to permanently fix anything in place. As long as a teen brushes his or her teeth after each meal, the teen can eat any favorite foods and not have to adjust the diet. All the teen needs to do is take the aligners out and put them in a secure case while eating. The same is true when it comes to brushing their teeth. This is a far cry from braces, where the brushing and flossing routine requires additional tools and can take up to twenty minutes at a time.<\/li>\r\n<a name=\"teeth-stay-cleaner\"><\/a>\r\n<li><strong>Teeth stay cleaner.<\/strong> Since teeth are easier to keep clean when wearing Invisalign\u00ae, there is less of a chance of developing stains or even cavities. Consider this, when a person wears braces, food can become stuck all along the brackets and underneath the wires. These areas can be hotbeds for bacteria and plaque that can eat away at the teeth and lead to decay. In order to prevent this, special brushes need to be used on a daily basis so that the brackets themselves can stay relatively clean. Proper dental hygiene can be difficult for adults, let alone children or teens. This is one reason that Invisalign Teen\u00ae is an ideal treatment option. By removing the aligners while eating, there is nothing additional for food to get stuck on or for plaque to grow on. Since they come out to brush and floss, the process of oral hygiene is as convenient as it has always been. Invisalign Teen\u00ae makes a win-win for oral hygiene and for the aesthetics of the smile.<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>Better for self-esteem.<\/strong> While braces are smaller in size than in the past, many people still associate stigma with wearing braces. When teens hear they will need to wear braces, many may feel insecure about looking different, become worried about standing out, and dislike the idea of going to school with a metal mouth. At SoCal Dental of Agoura, we get it. No matter how efficient of a job braces can accomplish, some teens may prefer an alternative due to feelings of insecurity or being self-conscious. As a parent, we encourage you not to force the issue since braces are a long-term commitment and if they are not happy on day one, it is unlikely that they will be happy a few months in the process. Instead, we recommend using Invisalign Teen\u00ae. Our Agoura Hills dental office can provide a nearly invisible solution for teens that other people will have trouble noticing. The discreet function while wearing Invisalign Teen\u00ae allows them to smile every day without hiding their teeth. As the teen&#8217;s smile improves during the process, he or she will remain positive and notice the changes.<\/li>\r\n<!-- video embed -->\r\n<!--<div class=\"section-block bg-secondary\" itemprop=\"video\" itemscope itemtype=\"http:\/\/schema.org\/VideoObject\">\r\n<meta itemprop=\"name\" content=\"How does Invisalign work?\" \/>\r\n<meta itemprop=\"headline\" content=\"How does Invisalign work?\" \/>\r\n<meta itemprop=\"description\" content=\"Invisalign\u00ae takes a modern approach to straightening teeth, using a custom-made series of aligners created for you and only you. These aligner trays are made of smooth, comfortable and virtually invisible plastic that you wear over your teeth. 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Generally speaking, most teens need to wear their aligners for around eighteen months. The overall treatment time with Invisalign Teen\u00ae can vary on how often the teen removes the aligners. While a teen may only need to wear the aligners for 20 to 22 hours per day, if they remove the aligners for too long, they risk extending the treatment time. Wearing Invisalign Teen\u00ae takes commitment and care, but can provide a positive experience in comparison to other methods. <\/li>\r\n<li><strong>Invisalign Teen\u00ae is more comfortable.<\/strong> At SoCal Dental of Agoura, we hear many of our patients mention how comfortable they are during the treatment process. Anytime teeth move, there is bound to be some level of soreness. Whether your teen wears metal braces or aligners, there will be some soreness following an adjustment or switching to a new aligner. A small amount of soreness during an adjustment is perfectly natural. The difference in comfort is more noticeable when one considers how everything feels on a regular basis. Since traditional braces involve metal brackets and wires, that metal can rub up against the cheeks and inside of the mouth, causing irritation. It is not uncommon for people to get sores or cuts in their mouth as a result. Naturally, this is inconvenient and entirely avoidable when wearing Invisalign Teen\u00ae. Since the aligners are clear plastic, they are smooth and will be unlikely to cut your teen&#8217;s mouth during treatment. <\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n<\/div><!-- \/.col -->\r\n<\/div><!-- \/.row -->\r\n<\/div><!-- \/.main-service-content .section-block --><!-- \/sContent mute -->\r\n\r\n<div class=\"call-out center-align bg-secondary\"><!-- sContent-Yelp -->\r\n<p id=\"yelp-reviews-agoura-hills-ca\"><i class=\"fa fa-yelp fa-lg\"><\/i> Check out what others are saying about our alternative to braces on Yelp: <a title=\"Search Yelp for Invisalign\u00ae Agoura Hills\" href=\"https:\/\/www.yelp.com\/biz\/socal-dental-of-agoura-agoura-hills\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"TLBC text-contrast\" id=\"CLYP-Alternative-to-Braces-for-Teens\">Alternative to Braces for Teens Agoura Hills<\/a><\/p>\r\n<\/div><!-- \/.call-out --><!-- \/sContent-Yelp -->\r\n<!-- sContent Background -->\r\n<!--<a name=\"straighten-teeth-without-braces\"><\/a>\r\n<div class=\"main-service-content section-block\">\r\n<div class=\"row\">\r\n<div class=\"col s12 m12 l12\" itemprop=\"video\" itemscope itemtype=\"http:\/\/schema.org\/VideoObject\">\r\n<meta itemprop=\"name\" content=\"Straighten Teeth Without Braces\" \/>\r\n<meta itemprop=\"headline\" content=\"Straighten Teeth Without Braces\" \/>\r\n<meta itemprop=\"description\" content=\"Invisalign\u00ae takes a modern approach to straightening teeth, using a custom-made series of aligners created for you and only you. 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How do I get started with Invisalign\u00ae?\" href=https:\/\/www.familydentistry.com\/agoura-hills-ca\/is-invisalign-teen-right-for-my-child\/#how-do-i-get-started-with-invisalign class=\"TLBC\" id=\"PAA-Is-Invisalign-Teen-Right-for-My-Child\">How do I get started with Invisalign\u00ae?<\/a><\/p>\r\n<\/div><!-- \/.faq-section .section-block - sContent secondary -->\r\n\r\n<div class=\"definitions section-block bg-secondary z-depth-1\"><!-- Invisalign\u00ae Definition List -->\r\n<h5 itemprop=\"alternativeHeadline\" class=\"text-contrast\">Definition of Invisalign\u00ae Terminology<\/h5>\r\n<div class=\"divider divider-solid\"><\/div>\r\n<style>\r\n.definition-flex {\r\ndisplay: flex;\r\nflex-wrap: wrap;\r\n}\r\n<\/style>\r\n<dl>\r\n<div class=\"row definition-flex\">\r\n<div class=\"col m6 s12\">\r\n<dt><dfn class=\"text-contrast\">Aligner Trays<\/dfn><\/dt>\r\n<dd>With Invisalign\u00ae treatment, the patient will receive a series of aligner trays and swap out each one for the next one in the series every two weeks in order to gradually straighten the teeth.<\/dd>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"col m6 s12\">\r\n<div class=\"divider divider-solid hide-on-med-and-up\"><\/div>\r\n<dt class=\"text-contrast\"><dfn>Blue Compliance Indicator (Invisalign\u00ae Teen)<\/dfn><\/dt>\r\n<dd>The blue compliance indicator is a small blue dot on the aligners that will fade from blue to clear in order to indicate if the patient is wearing the aligner for the proper amount of time and where the patient is in the Invisalign\u00ae process.<\/dd>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"row definition-flex\">\r\n<div class=\"col m6 s12\">\r\n<div class=\"divider divider-solid\"><\/div>\r\n<dt><dfn class=\"text-contrast\">ClinCheck\u00ae Software<\/dfn><\/dt>\r\n<dd>ClinCheck\u00ae software allows professionals to map out the straightening process the patient\u2019s teeth will go through with Invisalign\u00ae in great detail.<\/dd>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"col m6 s12\">\r\n<div class=\"divider divider-solid\"><\/div>\r\n<dt class=\"text-contrast\"><dfn>Gum Line<\/dfn><\/dt>\r\n<dd>The gum line is the line in the mouth where the teeth and gums meet. If a patient struggles with gum recession, then the gum tissue around the teeth may begin to wear away.<\/dd>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"row definition-flex\">\r\n<div class=\"col m6 s12\">\r\n<div class=\"divider divider-solid\"><\/div>\r\n<dt class=\"text-contrast\"><dfn>Incisal Ridges<\/dfn><\/dt>\r\n<dd>Incisal ridges are the portion of the crown of the tooth that makes up the incisal portion and can be a direct cause of overbite if they are extended too far.<\/dd>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"col m6 s12\">\r\n<div class=\"divider divider-solid\"><\/div>\r\n<dt class=\"text-contrast\"><dfn>iTero Element\u00ae Scanner<\/dfn><\/dt>\r\n<dd>An iTero Element\u00ae scanner allows professionals to create a 3D image of the patient\u2019s teeth in minutes and predict what it will take to move the teeth into proper alignment.<\/dd>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"row definition-flex\">\r\n<div class=\"col m6 s12\">\r\n<div class=\"divider divider-solid\"><\/div>\r\n<dt><dfn class=\"text-contrast\">Malocclusion<\/dfn><\/dt>\r\n<dd>Malocclusion is the condition in which the upper and lower teeth do not meet properly when the bite is closed. Conditions of malocclusion can include overbite, underbite, crossbite and open bite; all of which are treatable with Invisalign\u00ae.<\/dd>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"col m6 s12\">\r\n<div class=\"divider divider-solid\"><\/div>\r\n<dt class=\"text-contrast\"><dfn>Overbite<\/dfn><\/dt>\r\n<dd>An overbite is a type of malocclusion that occurs when the upper teeth jut out over the lower teeth, covering them and causing other issues.<\/dd>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"row definition-flex\">\r\n<div class=\"col m6 s12\">\r\n<div class=\"divider divider-solid\"><\/div>\r\n<dt class=\"text-contrast\"><dfn>Polyurethane Resin<\/dfn><\/dt>\r\n<dd>Polyurethane Resin is a USP Class VI medical grade, high molecular weight compound that makes up the Invisalign\u00ae aligners.<\/dd>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"col m6 s12\">\r\n<div class=\"divider divider-solid\"><\/div>\r\n<dt class=\"text-contrast\"><dfn>SmartForce Attachments<\/dfn><\/dt>\r\n<dd>SmartForce attachments are small attachments that professionals place on the patient\u2019s teeth before placing aligners to help move the teeth.<\/dd>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"row definition-flex\">\r\n<div class=\"col m6 s12\">\r\n<div class=\"divider divider-solid\"><\/div>\r\n<dt><dfn class=\"text-contrast\">Smart Track\u00ae Material<\/dfn><\/dt>\r\n<dd>Smart Track\u00ae material is in Invisalign\u00ae aligners to increase comfort, improve control of movement, increases the speed of treatment and applies a gentle force to the teeth over time.<\/dd>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"col m6 s12\">\r\n<div class=\"divider divider-solid\"><\/div>\r\n<dt class=\"text-contrast\"><dfn>Smile-Scan<\/dfn><\/dt>\r\n<dd>Smile-Scan analyzes the way a patient smiles by measuring the position of the mouth and eyes before giving a score.<\/dd>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"row definition-flex\">\r\n<div class=\"col m6 s12\">\r\n<div class=\"divider divider-solid\"><\/div>\r\n<dt 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While the All-on-4&reg; procedure is relatively popular, it is still rather new to dentistry, which is&hellip;<\/p>            <\/div><!-- \/excerpt -->\n        \n        <\/div><!-- \/recent-post-body -->\n        <\/div><!-- \/recent-posts row -->\n\n\n        <div class=\"divider divider-thin\"><\/div><div class=\"recent-posts matchHeight \"><div class=\"recent-post-image\">\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/www.familydentistry.com\/blog\/popular-cosmetic-dentistry-options-for-teeth-discoloration\/\" title=\"Visit our Popular Cosmetic Dentistry Options for Teeth Discoloration blog post\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/cosmetic-dentistry-2202.jpg\" class='img-responsive'  alt='Popular Cosmetic Dentistry Options For Teeth Discoloration' \/><\/a><\/div><!-- \/recent-post-image --><div class=\"recent-post-body\">\n\n        <!--<span class=\"time\">\n              <small>\n                              <\/small>\n            <\/span><!-- \/time -->\n\n        <h4 class=\"blog-title text-contrast\">\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.familydentistry.com\/blog\/popular-cosmetic-dentistry-options-for-teeth-discoloration\/\" class=\"subtle-link\" title=\"Visit Our Popular Cosmetic Dentistry Options for Teeth Discoloration blog post\">\n                Popular Cosmetic Dentistry Options For Teeth Discoloration            <\/a>\n        <\/h4><!-- \/title -->\n\n                    <div class=\"excerpt small\">\n                <p>One of the most popular reasons people seek cosmetic dentistry is to improve the color of their teeth. We all start with pearly white teeth, but they pick up stains and discoloration over the years. Fortunately, there is a cosmetic dentistry treatment for any type of stains your teeth pick up.There are various reasons why&hellip;<\/p>            <\/div><!-- \/excerpt -->\n        \n        <\/div><!-- \/recent-post-body -->\n        <\/div><!-- \/recent-posts row -->\n\n\n        <div class=\"divider divider-thin\"><\/div><div class=\"recent-posts matchHeight \"><div class=\"recent-post-image\">\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/www.familydentistry.com\/blog\/invisalign-vs-traditional-braces\/\" title=\"Visit our Invisalign\u00ae vs. Traditional Braces blog post\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.familydentistry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/invisalign-2201.jpg\" class='img-responsive'  alt='Invisalign\u00ae Vs  Traditional Braces' \/><\/a><\/div><!-- \/recent-post-image --><div class=\"recent-post-body\">\n\n        <!--<span class=\"time\">\n              <small>\n                              <\/small>\n            <\/span><!-- \/time -->\n\n        <h4 class=\"blog-title text-contrast\">\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.familydentistry.com\/blog\/invisalign-vs-traditional-braces\/\" class=\"subtle-link\" title=\"Visit Our Invisalign\u00ae vs. Traditional Braces blog post\">\n                Invisalign\u00ae Vs. 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It can be just as effective as straightening teeth with metal braces, and it offers a more comfortable approach to improving the alignment of teeth.Traditional metal braces have been used to straighten teeth for over a decade, but they are highly&hellip;<\/p>            <\/div><!-- \/excerpt -->\n        \n        <\/div><!-- \/recent-post-body -->\n        <\/div><!-- \/recent-posts row -->\n\n\n                            <\/div>\n                    \r\n<\/div><!-- \/.recent-posts -->\r\n\r\n<!-- Invisalign Brands -->\r\n<div class=\"additional-topics section-block bg-body-complement\" id=\"additional-topics\">\r\n<h4 class=\"text-contrast\" itemprop=\"alternativeHeadline\">Explore additional topics covered on our website:<\/h4>\r\n<div class=\"divider divider-solid\"><\/div>\r\n<ul itemscope itemtype=\"http:\/\/www.schema.org\/SiteNavigationElement\" class=\"bullet-list no-underline\">\r\n<li itemprop=\"name\"><a itemprop=\"url\" title=\"Visit our Clear Braces page\" href=https:\/\/www.familydentistry.com\/agoura-hills-ca\/clear-braces\/ class=\"TLLI\" id=\"CPAT-Clear-Braces\">Clear Braces<\/a><\/li>\r\n<li itemprop=\"name\"><a itemprop=\"url\" title=\"Visit our Cosmetic Dental Services page\" href=https:\/\/www.familydentistry.com\/agoura-hills-ca\/cosmetic-dental-services\/ class=\"TLLI\" id=\"CPAT-Cosmetic-Dental-Services\">Cosmetic Dental Services<\/a><\/li>\r\n<li itemprop=\"name\"><a itemprop=\"url\" title=\"Visit our Invisalign page\" href=https:\/\/www.familydentistry.com\/agoura-hills-ca\/invisalign\/ class=\"TLLI\" id=\"CPAT-Invisalign\">Invisalign<\/a><\/li>\r\n<hr \/>\r\n<li itemprop=\"name\"><a itemprop=\"url\" title=\"Visit our Dental Office page\" href=https:\/\/www.familydentistry.com\/agoura-hills-ca\/dental-office\/ class=\"TLLI\" id=\"CPAT-Dental-Office\">Dental Office<\/a><\/li>\r\n<li itemprop=\"name\"><a itemprop=\"url\" title=\"Visit our Find the Best Dentist in Agoura Hills CA page\" href=https:\/\/www.familydentistry.com\/about\/find-best-dentist\/ class=\"TLLI\" id=\"CPAT-Find-the-Best-Dentist\">Find the Best Dentist in Agoura Hills<\/a><\/li>\r\n<!-- Invisalign Additional Topics -->\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div><!-- \/additional-topics section-block bg-body-complement -->\r\n<!-- [service-video-list] --> <!-- \/[service-video-list] --> \r\n<!-- End Sidebar Content -->\r\n<\/div><!-- \/.side-bar -->\r\n<\/div><!-- \/.col -->\r\n<!-- End Sidebar Column -->\r\n\r\n<\/div> <!-- \/.row -->\r\n<\/div><!-- \/.container -->\r\n<\/section><!-- \/.service-body bg-body -->\r\n\r\n<\/div><!-- \/.services-page -->\r\n<!-- Alternative to Braces for Teens end - r11 13900 Xv4.484  Wv10.170 j25 rf -->","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"If your teen is tired of living with crooked teeth, now is an excellent time to consider orthodontics. 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