Braces for Teens' Unique Needs
Many of the teenage patients that come to Woodstock Orthodontics for orthodontic treatment are hesitant about getting braces. We get it! The teenage years can be chaotic as it is, let alone throwing braces into the mix.
While most teenagers are excited about getting a straighter smile, they aren't looking forward to the interim time when they have to wear braces. They worry about how braces may change their look during treatment, and what their friends might think.
To help address these concerns, we offer teenagers who are worried about aesthetics lower-profile, streamlined options like Damon™ self-ligating braces.
Whatever your teen's attitude and feelings about getting braces may be, we're here to help get them through it with sound advice, moral support, and a smile. Remind them that braces are temporary, and once their active orthodontic treatment is done, they will have a beautiful smile for life.
Orthodontic Treatment During the Teen Years
Between the ages of 12 and 18, orthodontic treatment is designed to guide the healthy development of teens' smiles. Braces may be part of their orthodontic treatment at Woodstock Orthodontics.
Learn More About Orthodontics for TeensThe Benefits of Braces for Teenagers
With the availability of clear aligners, you may be wondering why braces are often still recommended for teenagers. Here are a few reasons why braces are an ideal option:
Versatility
Braces can apply more force to move the teeth, making them more effective for more complex orthodontic issues. This also means that treatment may be quicker with braces than with aligners. If your teen has a more advanced misalignment and/or is looking to get treatment over with as quickly as possible, braces may be the better treatment choice.
Compliance With Treatment
We understand that teenagers lead busy lives. They get distracted and have a tendency to be a little irresponsible. As a result, some teens struggle to stick with their clear aligner treatment as prescribed.
A benefit of braces is that they are fixed to the teeth, and they cannot be removed or lost. They are also durable and difficult to damage, which can make them the better choice for the teen on the go.
Aesthetics
Standard self-ligating braces don't have the discreet, barely-there appearance that clear aligners have. However, they can be a fun part of a teenager's personal style during treatment.
Wearing braces is temporary, and if your teen chooses to embrace them, they can think of it as a fun temporary accessory that enhances their look.
Braces from Woodstock Orthodontics
Braces straighten teeth by applying constant pressure to the teeth using brackets and wires to correct tooth position.
We offer Damon brand self-ligating braces that use metal brackets that hold the archwire in place without extra wires or elastics. This design gives them a sleeker look, makes them easier to clean, and may be more comfortable to wear.