Braces are bonded brackets, archwires, and elastic bands that move crowded or spaced teeth into the proper position for appearance and function.

Over some time, teeth will shift if constant, gentle pressure is applied. Brackets are bonded to the front surface of each tooth, and wires are attached to the brackets with elastic bands. The slight tension on the wire is gently transferred to the bracket through the elastic band.

Today's orthodontic treatment is faster, more comfortable, and more fashionable than ever for children, teens, and adults.

Invisalign Teen is the only clear orthodontic aligner therapy designed to address the unique concerns of treating non-adult comprehensive patients. Because aligners are removable, patients can continue to eat their favorite foods and brush and floss normally to help keep teeth and gums healthy.

Invisalign Teen has all the features of Invisalign Full, plus:

• Compliance indicators track the patient's approximate wear time and help provide reassurance for parents that the teen is being compliant.
• Six free individual replacement aligners are included with Invisalign Teen to replace lost or broken aligners.
• Many teens present for treatment with erupting permanent dentition, so Invisalign Teen has been engineered with a feature to help prevent supra eruption of the second molars.