Can kids get Invisalign?

Invisalign First® is proven effective in shaping simple to complex little smiles, tween smiles, and teen smiles. Designed to treat simple to complex teeth straightening issues in growing children from ages 6 to 10, including crowding, spacing, and narrow dental arches.
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What age can kids use Invisalign?

Invisalign First treatment is designed for little smiles.

As a child grows, their smile grows with them. And even with baby teeth, it may be the perfect time for children ages 6 to 10 to start orthodontic treatment. This is known as Phase 1 treatment.
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Can a 12 year old have Invisalign?

Children cannot start with invisalign treatment until all of their adult teeth have come in, at around 12 to 13 years of age (the age can vary more, depending on the child).
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Can kids wear Invisalign instead of braces?

It's Just as Effective as Braces

Invisalign is just as effective as regular braces when used properly. It can treat all of the common orthodontic issues. This include underbites, overbites, overcrowding, and gaps between your teeth. It can treat cases ranging from mild to severe.
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Can my 10 year old get Invisalign?

Children ages 6-10 can now be treated by Invisalign First for issues typically solved via arch expanders, or partial metal braces. The new Invisalign First clear aligners are designed specifically to address a broad range of younger patients' problems.
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Is Invisalign faster than braces?

Is Invisalign Really Faster than Braces? In short, the answer is yes. While traditional metal braces require somewhere between 18 and 24 months, the average length of treatment with Invisalign is 12 months. However, the time needed to deliver the results you desire largely depends on how complex the treatment plan is.
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How much is Invisalign for a child?

How much does Invisalign cost for teenagers in the UK? Invisalign for teens costs around £2,500 – £5,000, depending on the complexity and length of treatment required. This is comparable with the cost of traditional metal braces.
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Is Invisalign cheaper than braces?

Invisalign is typically more expensive than getting braces because of the lab fees involved in creating the aligners. Due to the use of the highest quality materials and technology, the treatment is more expensive than traditional orthodontic procedures.
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What is the best age to get braces for a child?

However, a general rule of thumb is your kids should look at getting braces between the ages of 9 and 14. Usually, this is before they've gone through puberty. If they've already gone through it, this means it'll be harder to adjust their jaw and/or teeth, as they've already settled into their post-puberty positions.
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Is Invisalign good for 13 year olds?

Yes. Invisalign Teen is good for 13-year-olds. It depends on the level of orthodontic issues within the mouth. Also, once tooth growth is completed Invisalign is fine.
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Is Invisalign as good as braces?

Both traditional braces and Invisalign are effective tools for straightening teeth while also improving your smile and oral health. However, Invisalign is considered to be more effective for moderate crowding of the front teeth, while traditional braces are considered more effective for issues that are more severe.
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Can a 10 year old wear braces?

Usually, children between the ages of nine and 14 can get braces, because the child will have some permanent teeth at this point.
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Can an 11 year old get aligners?

Kids Can Get Invisalign®, Too

This new product has been widely successful as orthodontists have been finding that younger children are typically much more compliant than older children and adults at wearing aligners.
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Are Invisalign painful?

Is Invisalign Painful? No, Invisalign isn't painful, but it can leave a person's teeth feeling sore. Think of it just like traditional orthodontic treatment. When you first get braces, your teeth may feel uncomfortable given the pressure being exerted.
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Do children's teeth straighten out?

A child's front permanent teeth may angle away from the centre and look crooked. This is normal, and the teeth should straighten out naturally as the other permanent teeth come in. After the permanent teeth have replaced the primary teeth, the child's last molars will come in (four second molars and four wisdom teeth).
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Can my 7 year old get braces?

While there is no exact age for braces, the American Academy of Orthodontists (AAO) recommends children visit an orthodontist for the first time no later than age 7. At this point, an orthodontist can evaluate a child's airway, bite and oral habits.
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How much is Invisalign a month?

Cost for Invisalign is estimated to range from $3,500 to $8,000; however, Insurance may pay up to $1500 for invisalign costs. The price includes retainers. On average, Invisalign clear aligners cost less than traditional braces. Payment plans usually start at $89 per month.
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Is Invisalign more painful than braces?

Invisalign is often known as being pain-free, but, it is less painful than the metal braces. The pain mainly occurs when moving teeth and straightening a bite.
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What can Invisalign not fix?

Tooth position: If your teeth are too rotated, Invisalign cannot shift them into proper alignment. Large gaps: Even though Invisalign can fix small gaps between the teeth, large gaps may require braces. Intrusion and extrusion: Invisalign cannot raise or lower the position of the teeth.
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What are the disadvantages of Invisalign?

Cons of Invisalign
  • Less effective for complex issues. Research , while limited, does seem to suggest that Invisalign is more effective for people whose teeth require only certain kinds of movement. ...
  • Requires compliance. ...
  • Removal when eating or drinking. ...
  • Food limitations.
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Why do orthodontists push Invisalign?

Re: Why would Ortho push for Invisalign? (non-medical question) Because they get a commission from Invisalign when they sell it to you. They can make more money for less effort with Invisalign than they can trying to manage braces.
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Does Invisalign give you a lisp?

When you first have your Invisalign brace system fitted and placed for treatment, it is not unusual for the wearer to notice a slight lisp to the speech. This is often only noticeable to the wearer, and not to others around them. The slight lisp is often most obvious when making the “s” or “sh” sounds.
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Can a 13 year old use smile direct?

To start, we have a minimum age requirement of 12 years old, plus all customers must have all permanent teeth present and be in good dental health to get started. A state licensed dentist or orthodontist reviews and approved every smile plan and oversees each case to make sure everything is moving along as it should.
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Can Invisalign damage teeth?

Can Invisalign Damage Teeth? Yes, Invisalign can damage your teeth – however, this is mostly if proper instructions have not been followed regarding your invisible braces. Invisalign is not painless, it's pretty common for your teeth to feel sore and uncomfortable – especially after a new, tightened set.
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Is Invisalign permanent?

So now for the main question: Is Invisalign a permanent solution? The short answer is that yes, the purpose of Invisalign braces is to provide you with straight teeth for life.
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