Braces Or Invisalign® for My Teen? How Your West Palm Beach Area Orthodontist Can Help You Decide

There are a few important things to keep in mind as you weigh the pros and cons between braces and Invisalign for your teenager. Every person grows and develops at different rates, both physically and mentally speaking, so one of the important factors to keep in mind as you go over the decision making process with your teen is how responsible they are.

Why Is Responsibility Important When It Comes To Braces Or Invisalign?

You may not know some of the biggest differences between Invisalign and traditional metal or clear braces but your West Palm Beach, Florida orthodontist can help. Although most types of braces are very similar, Invisalign is pretty unique, especially when it comes to care and cleaning.

Simply put, responsibility is important for any type of braces; however, it becomes even more important if you have Invisalign. For starters, you must brush and floss after each meal without fail, otherwise your plastic trays could trap dirt and debris right against your teeth, causing potential cavities and staining of the tray. You will also need to stick with your schedule for changing out your clear aligners after specific amounts of time.

While you can brush your teeth like normal when you have braces, with Invisalign you have to clean your teeth and the plastic tray separately. If you eat or drink anything except for water, you must remove your plastic alignment trays and brush your teeth before putting them back on.

These are some of the major differences between braces and Invisalign. To explore this further, I’d like to help you weigh some of the benefits and drawbacks of one type of orthodontics versus the other.

Braces vs. Invisalign For Teens

Braces: You can brush normally with a few adjustments to make sure you clean your braces properly.

Invisalign: You must brush your teeth and clean your clear aligners separately, so you can brush normally but you have to clean your clear aligner as an additional step.

Braces: There are some food restrictions.

Invisalign: There are no food restrictions, but you must remove your clear aligner to eat or drink anything except water, then brush, clean your tray, and put it back in.

Braces: With braces there are not as many steps to take to care for your orthodontic treatment. This way is closer to a, “set it and forget it,” style of orthodontic treatment, with visits and adjustments over time and routine maintenance in between.

Invisalign: Every day and throughout the day, you must take the steps required to care for your orthodontics. In a way, this makes getting orthodontic treatment a much more in-depth commitment.

Braces: No limitations on what issues they can fix.

Invisalign: Depending on the severity of your orthodontic needs, Invisalign may not be the best option for you.

Invisalign absolutely requires dedication to the individual “steps,” whereas braces are more like a moving sidewalk. So, while most teens might prefer invisible orthodontic treatment, orthodontists near West Palm Beach, FL understand that the correct choice is really a matter of responsibility and maturity on an individual basis.

The most important thing to keep in mind is what your lifestyle currently looks like. Does your teen have a really busy schedule? Will they be comfortable taking their clear aligners out every time they eat or drink anything except water? Will they be comfortable and willing to brush their teeth in the nearest available restroom after they eat, even if it’s in public?

I know this can seem like a lot to think about, but rest assured that your child’s smile is in good hands! Dr. Petrover of Petrover Orthodontics is an Invisalign Premier Provider near West Palm Beach, FL and can help your teen make the right choice for their unique situation while also letting you know which option is recommended for their straight and healthy smile.

Are you ready to learn more about how our West Palm Beach orthodontist can help your child achieve an amazing smile? Give us a call at one of our two locations to schedule your Petrover Smile Analysis today!

Wellington, Florida Office: 561.795.3055
Boynton Beach, Florida Office: 561.364.0013

This information is not meant as medical advice. It is provided solely for education. Our orthodontics office would be pleased to discuss your unique circumstances and needs as they relate to these topics. Our orthodontics offices in Wellington or Boynton Beach, Fl would be pleased to discuss your unique circumstances and needs as they relate to these topics.

Meet Dr. Petrover & Petrover Orthodontics

Your West Palm Beach Orthodontist For Braces & Invisalign

Dr. Jonathan Petrover, your favorite orthodontist near West Palm Beach, FL offers the most advanced braces and orthodontics for children and adults, including Invisalign® clear aligners, traditional metal braces and clear ceramic braces.

Contact us today for more information or to schedule a complimentary, no-obligation consultation for braces or Invisalign at either of our convenient orthodontic offices in Wellington and Boynton Beach, Florida (FL). You will see we offer state-of-the-art orthodontic treatment with a smile to patients in our local community, including: West Palm Beach, FL, Wellington, FL, Boynton Beach, FL, Boca Raton, FL, Delray Beach, FL, Royal Palm Beach, FL, Kings Point, FL, Lantana Beach, FL, Lake Worth, FL.

Get The Smile You’ve Always Dreamed Of!

Petrover Orthodontics can help you or your loved one achieve a smile that benefits dental health as much as it increases confidence. However, we want you to feel confident that your choice in an orthodontist in Wellington & Boynton Beach, Florida (FL) is the right one. Follow the steps below to start your journey towards the smile you’ve always dreamed of!

1. Instantly download our FREE Report: Top 10 Things You Need to Know Before Choosing an Orthodontist.
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