Clover for Teens

Teen Smile Makeovers: Braces & Invisalign in West Hollywood, CA

Clover’s Invisalign for Teens: The #1 Choice for Ages 13-18

There’s a reason why we treat so many teens with orthodontic care—quite simply put, it is the optimal time to straighten adult teeth.

Though their adult teeth have mostly all come in, a teen’s bones are still growing, which is a real advantage for us because the bones are more malleable than they are in adulthood. As the jaw continues to grow, we can work most efficiently to modify and improve the bite.

As a teenager, the last thing you need is senior year portraits in braces. We’ve got you covered with Invisalign® x Clover clear aligners.

At Clover Orthodontic Studio in West Hollywood, we specialize in orthodontic treatment for teenagers. Approximately 90% of our teens opt for Invisalign, while the other 10% prefer to go with traditional braces. With Invisalign® x Clover aligners, we’re able to make even complicated orthodontic care as painless, hygienic, and low-profile as possible. Regardless of your choice, we’ll make sure you leave with a perfect smile and a healthy bite to last you a lifetime!

For Teens: Invisalign Clear Aligners vs. Braces Comparison

Comparison	Invisalign Clear Aligners	Braces
What do they look like?	Clear, nearly invisible	Typically metal or ceramic brackets with a metal wire; clear or colorful rubber bands available; lingual braces are invisible but uncomfortable.
How comfortable are they to wear?	Moving teeth can be uncomfortable, but because aligners are smooth and trimmed to your teen’s gum line for comfort, they’ll never have to worry about gum irritation or the cuts that can lead to inflammation and infection.	Aside from the discomfort that comes from the teeth movement, wires and brackets may poke and irritate your teen’s mouth and gums, which can be painful, uncomfortable, and make a metal mouth look even more conspicuous.
How long does my teen have to wear them?	Your teen will need to wear them for 20-22 hours a day, and remember to lightly rinse and put them back after every meal.	Brackets are permanently bonded to your teen’s teeth for the full duration of treatment, 24 hours per day.
How does my teen keep it all clean?	Your teen will soak their trays in a cleaning solution, or scrub them gently with a toothbrush. Then they’ll brush and floss their teeth as they normally would.	Your teen will have to learn how to brush at an angle and use a specialized floss threader. They may also need an interdental brush to clean those hard-to-reach areas.
Are there any food restrictions?	No restrictions since your teen can remove them during meals.	Absolutely no hard or sticky food or candy.
What’s important to know about care?	Because the trays are removable, keeping your teen’s mouth clean is less of a challenge. So long as they brush and floss after eating, they’ll look great. But you may need to help your teen keep track of where they place the trays so they don’t lose them. Always keeping them in their case in a designated location helps.	While your teen wouldn’t have to worry about losing their braces, they’ll still need to brush and floss their teeth thoroughly after every meal as brackets can be a trap for bacteria.
How fast can my teen see results?	Most cases range from 6-18 months, depending on complexity
How effective are they?	Effective even for more complex or severe cases
Will they damage my teen’s teeth?	Nope. Upon treatment completion, once your teen’s Invisalign attachments are removed there is no damage to their teeth or evidence of orthodontic care—other than a stellar smile, of course.	If your teen struggles with hygiene during treatment, they may develop permanent white spots (or decalcification) around where the brackets once were. These spots do not go away on their own but can be treated with cosmetic dentistry later on.
Will my teen comply with treatment?	Because Invisalign is so comfortable, comparatively attractive, and effective, we find that our teen clients comply with treatment and feel a sense of ownership over the process. This makes them feel proud of their progress and pleased with the results.	We find that while your teen may not be able to take metal brackets off themselves, there are still ways they can be noncompliant with care. If they don’t brush and floss, or they fail to wear their rubber bands properly, or they eat sticky candy that loosens their wires or brackets, your teen can slow down or impact the efficacy of treatment.
What’s post-treatment like?	Your teen will get a set of clear retainers that they’ll wear full-time for another 3 months, and then just every night thereafter.

For Teens: Invisalign Clear Aligners vs. Braces Comparison

What do they look like?

Invisalign Clear Alingers:
Clear, nearly invisible
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Braces:
The most common option features metal or ceramic brackets connected by a metal wire.The other option is to get clear or colorful rubber bands, which can be appealing for kids. You can also choose to place the brackets at the back of the teeth, making them invisible. However, these tend to be extremely uncomfortable.

How comfortable are they to wear?

Invisalign Clear Aligners:
Moving teeth can be uncomfortable, but because aligners are smooth and trimmed to your teen’s gum line for comfort, they’ll never have to worry about gum irritation or the cuts that can lead to inflammation and infection.
—
Braces:
Aside from the discomfort that comes from the teeth movement, wires and brackets may poke and irritate your teen’s mouth and gums, which can be painful, uncomfortable, and make a metal mouth look even more conspicuous.

How long does my teen have to wear them?

Invisalign Clear Aligners:
Your teen will need to wear them for 20-22 hours a day, and remember to lightly rinse and put them back after every meal.
—
Braces:
Brackets are permanently bonded to your teen’s teeth for the full duration of treatment, 24 hours per day.
How does my teen keep it all clean?

Invisalign Clear Aligners:
Your teen will soak their trays in a cleaning solution, or scrub them gently with a toothbrush. Then they’ll brush and floss their teeth as they normally would.
—
Braces:
Your teen will have to learn how to brush at an angle and use a specialized floss threader. They may also need an interdental brush to clean those hard-to-reach areas.

Are there any food restrictions?

Invisalign Clear Aligners:
No restrictions since your teen can remove them during meals.
—
Braces:
Absolutely no hard or sticky food or candy.

What’s important to know about care?

Invisalign Clear Aligners:
Because the trays are removable, keeping your teen’s mouth clean is less of a challenge. So long as they brush and floss after eating, they’ll look great. But you may need to help your teen keep track of where they place the trays so they don’t lose them. Always keeping them in their case in a designated location helps.
—
Braces:
While your teen wouldn’t have to worry about losing their braces, they’ll still need to brush and floss their teeth thoroughly after every meal as brackets can be a trap for bacteria.

How fast can my teen see results?

Invisalign Clear Aligners:
Most cases range from 6-18 months, depending on complexity
—
Braces:
Most cases range from 6-18 months, depending on complexity

How effective are they?

Invisalign Clear Aligners:
Effective even for more complex or severe cases
—
Braces:
Effective even for more complex or severe cases
Will they damage my teen’s teeth?

Invisalign Clear Aligners:
Nope. Upon treatment completion, once your teen’s Invisalign attachments are removed there is no damage to their teeth or evidence of orthodontic care—other than a stellar smile, of course.
—
Braces:
If your teen struggles with hygiene during treatment, they may develop permanent white spots (or decalcification) around where the brackets once were. These spots do not go away on their own but can be treated with cosmetic dentistry later on.

Will my teen comply with treatment?

Invisalign Clear Aligners:
Because Invisalign is so comfortable, comparatively attractive, and effective, we find that our teen clients do comply with treatment and feel a sense of ownership over the process that makes them feel proud of their progress and pleased with the results.
—
Braces:
We find that while your teen may not be able to take metal brackets off themselves, there are still ways they can be noncompliant with care. If they don’t brush and floss, or they fail to wear their rubber bands properly, or they eat sticky candy that loosens their wires or brackets, your teen can slow down or impact the efficacy of treatment.
What’s post-treatment like?

Invisalign Clear Aligners:
Your teen will get a set of clear retainers that they’ll wear full time for another 3 months and then just every night thereafter.
—
Braces:
Your teen will get a set of clear retainers that they’ll wear full time for another 3 months and then just every night thereafter.

Clover’s Invisalign for Teens Benefits Are Clear

Clover’s Invisalign straightening trays are virtually invisible and removable, so for all those important moments when they want to look and feel their best – school pictures, prom, graduation, you name it – they can take out their trays and enjoy themselves without feeling self-conscious.

And because our trays are taken out when eating, keeping your teen’s mouth clean and fresh is a cinch. No more embarrassing metal mouth caked with food.

Safe, effective, comfortable, and hygienic, Clover’s Invisalign system is the easiest way to get your teen smiling.

If you think Invisalign is the better option for you, consider getting it done at Clover. We are the biggest provider of Invisalign in LA, with some of the most experienced and renowned orthodontists in the area. Our personalized approach to orthodontic care, coupled with our zen-inspired West Hollywood space, makes the Invisalign process at Clover a more streamlined, convenient, and pleasant experience. Come visit us at Clover to get started!

Braces & Invisalign for Teens FAQs

Can aligners solve complex orthodontic problems in a growing mouth?

Absolutely. With Clover’s expert care and supervision, we can effectively and efficiently treat every case type we can treat with braces using Invisalign®.

Why aligners and not traditional braces?

There are pros and cons to each treatment option. We find that most patients today prefer clear aligners for two main reasons: optimal aesthetics and maximal comfort. That said, some teens still love the fashion statement made by clear or metal braces. If that’s the case, we’ve got you covered – we’re experts in all areas of orthodontic care!

Why Invisalign®?

It’s simple, clean, equally effective, more aesthetic, and no more expensive than traditional braces.

Will my teen comply with Invisalign treatment?

We’ve treated thousands of cases and can assure you that, with proper coaching, almost anyone can become a pro when it comes to Invisalign® wear. We also help ensure compliance with special progress indicators to guide parents and teens in reaching optimal wear time.

How much does orthodontic treatment for teenagers cost?

On average, orthodontic treatment for teenagers costs between $4485 and $6485, depending upon the length and complexity of treatment. We are in-network with all PPO plans, we accept all FSA and HSA plans, and we offer in-house, interest-free financing on all of our treatment options. At Clover, there is no cost difference between Invisalign and braces — you get to choose the one that will fit best with your lifestyle without worrying about a cost difference!

Do you also offer metal and clear braces as a treatment option as well?

We sure do! We’re experts in all areas of orthodontic care.

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