{"id":2369,"date":"2020-06-29T12:27:33","date_gmt":"2020-06-29T10:27:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.comfortho.nl\/?p=2369"},"modified":"2020-06-29T12:27:33","modified_gmt":"2020-06-29T10:27:33","slug":"is-invisalign-for-kids","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.comfortho.nl\/en\/is-invisalign-for-kids\/","title":{"rendered":"Is Invisalign for kids?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Is Invisalign for kids?<\/h1>\n

With developments in dentistry, metal braces are not the only effective treatment for correcting crooked teeth in kids. Clear aligners or Invisalign are as effective as metal braces for straightening teeth. In some cases, the treatment process may even be faster. The only difference between metal braces and Invisalign is that with aligners there is no appearance of wires and brackets which often brings a feeling of self-consciousness. This is quite common with traditional metal braces. Although, the question is often asked, is Invisalign a good option for children?<\/p>\n

As kids grow, their smile grows with them. The perfect time to start orthodontic<\/a> treatment is at the age of 6 to 10 years, this is known as phase 1 of the treatment. At this stage the orthodontist addresses a developing problem and sees issues that may need early treatment. The treatment has a positive experience, predictable results and is as safe for kids as it is for adults.<\/p>\n

Benefits of Invisalign<\/h2>\n

Although aligner treatment requires equal care and responsibility, one of the main benefits of Invisalign<\/a> over metal braces is that you can take them out whenever you want. However, for the treatment to be most effective, you need to wear the retainers for 20 to 22 hours in a day. You are only advised to remove them while eating, brushing and flossing.<\/p>\n