Teens Orthodontist | Orthodontics for Teenagers
Many parents and their teenagers get very anxious when they think of adding braces to adolescence’s emotional and physical roller coaster. Don’t worry! Orthodontic treatment is far less scary than you may think. We always begin with a complimentary evaluation with a board-certified orthodontic specialist, Dr. Carmen Briceño Crespi, and our fantastic staff. Once we identify a need for treatment, we explain in detail all of the options available to get you to your ideal smile. We then make a custom treatment plan and let you decide what style and type of treatment you want to choose.
At Lakes Orthodontics, we offer you the latest and “coolest” ways to straighten teeth and correct bite issues. Braces today are much smaller and less noticeable than in the past, and they come in various materials, styles, and colors.
Choose your style of braces:
Our practice offers a variety of orthodontic treatment options for our patients to choose from. Some common options include:
- Ceramic (clear) braces
- Invisalign, Invisalign Teen, and Invisalign Express.
- Traditional metal braces with or without colors (colors can be changed at each appointment).
Another common question is: “How long will I have to wear braces?”
At Lakes Orthodontics, we treat every patient based on their specific needs and preferences, and then we custom design a treatment plan to help them achieve their ideal smile!
The length of treatment time is dependent on three main factors:
What are the patient’s needs?
The amount of time it will take to correct a problem will determine the overall treatment length. Besides, each patient reacts to his or her treatment differently. After all, we are humans, not robots! Treatment times can vary based on how rapidly your body responds and how much work is necessary to give you the beautiful smile you deserve. An estimated treatment time is always given to each patient after Dr. Briceño Crespi studies and designs each patient’s specific treatment.
The Patient! The Teen!
Your willingness to follow Dr. Crespi’s instructions and use the appliances we give you greatly impacts the length of time it takes to complete treatment and results in your beautiful smile. It is always important to remember to take care of your braces and appliances; this will help make your treatment time faster and end with optimal results!
Make it to your appointments!
Teens are very busy and always have a lot going on in their lives between school, sports, social events, etc. Canceling their adjustment appointments for other activities will delay the length of treatment. Remember, Dr. Briceño Crespi plans out a custom-designed treatment plan for each patient that includes scheduled follow-up appointments to monitor, adjust, and advance her patient’s treatment. The average time between appointments is six weeks apart, and adjustments tend to take a half hour or less.
So, whether it appears or you think that your teenager needs orthodontic treatment such as Invisalign Teen or braces, the easiest way to find out is to make a free no, obligation consultation with the award-winning, board-certified Miami Lakes orthodontist Dr. Carmen Briceño Crespi. Call us at (305) 820-6800 or fill out the form below, and one of our smile specialists will contact you as indicated.
Here’s More Information Related to Invisalign for Teens in the Miami Lakes Area
Consider This Before Invisalign
Braces are more commonplace in our society than ever before. However, traditional braces are not what most people desire anymore. Fixing your teeth without advertising it so blatantly appeals to teens and adults alike. This is where Invisalign becomes relevant.
Similar to traditional braces, you’ll need to wear your aligner for most of the day. A big deciding factor for a lot of people thinking about getting Invisalign is that they can periodically take them out. It is true that they can be removed for things like brushing your teeth or eating dinner, and you won’t see too many restrictions for aligner wearers. Remember, though, that they must remain on your teeth for at least twenty hours a day. Otherwise, the desired results will not be reached efficiently.
You will be very familiar with your toothbrush once you start wearing the Invisalign. Much like braces that have wires, making sure that your teeth are clean is a vital part of the entire process. Without these important details, your likelihood of a better smile will be low. Bringing toothbrushes and travel sized toothpaste with you everywhere you go is a great idea.
Your fight for straight pearly whites should not be mistaken for a quick fix with the Invisalign. Unfortunately, there is no short and sweet procedure to make your teeth straight in an hour or so. Time, working with a qualified orthodontist and compliance is what will give you the teeth you will love. Let the treatment do its job. After your treatment time is over, your dentist will also suggest you wear a nighttime retainer to keep your teeth in place over time.
54% of users proclaim that they felt some slight pain when beginning the teeth straightening treatment compared to the 34% who were without any aching. Any irritation normally starts when the dentist applies Invisalign because the pressure of the invisible braces hurt, as they are essentially pushing your teeth together.
Depending on the severity of your dental issues, Invisalign might not be suited for you. It is perfect for people who have gaps, overbites, crowded teeth, and similar mild cases. However, if you need a solution for more complicated tooth or bite problems, Invisalign may not be a good option for fixing your smile issues.
If coffee is a main beverage in your life, consider that you could have to give it up or at least cut down on how much you are drinking. This is due to the fact your Invisalign will stain and everyone will see the coffee on your teeth. Most heavy coffee drinkers cut down on the frequency of drinking coffee or often time drink it through a straw or have smaller doses of coffee such as an espresso in order to bypass the teeth contacting the coffee.
You cannot brush your Invisalign while still on the teeth. They must be taken out and cleaned with regular soap and water. If not, you may experience a less than clean feeling in your mouth.
An amazing side effect that several patients see is the loss of weight from their bodies. You cannot indulge in snacks like you did before your invisible braces were put on. Your allotted eating time will decrease as well. This helps many patients control their diet and lose weight.
Invisible yet effective, these braces go undetected by most. Braces are often the first noticed feature of those who wear them. People who wear Invisalign are not defined by their braces.
Treatment plans vary depending on both the dentist and your mouth. Contact us for more information or to find an orthodontist near you.