Invest in Your Teen
Braces for Teens in Bowling Green, KY | Russellville KY, | Portland, TN | White House, TN
The teen years (between the ages of 12 and 16) are the most common time for orthodontic treatment because most permanent teeth will be in place.
Luckily, we offer solutions at Wiesemann Orthodontics to make your journey in braces easier than ever.
All About Teen Orthodontics
During adolescence, orthodontic treatment benefits the total oral health of your growing child. Every child is unique and grows and develops differently than others, which is why there isn't a specific age that will be best for your teen to start treatment.
Dr. Wiesemann is trained to supervise your child's growth and development and determine the best time to start treatment to fix crooked teeth, gaps, and bad bites as efficiently as possible.
Usually, when a teenage patient undergoes orthodontic treatment and achieves a healthy, beautiful, straight smile, they have improved self-confidence.
Orthodontic treatment not only creates a beautiful smile but also improves bad bites that could negatively affect your teen's life for years to come. Bad bites happen when your teeth or jaws are misaligned and can affect how you smile, chew, clean, or feel about yourself.
Experienced orthodontists like Dr. Wiesemann can easily recognize spacing, crowding, bite, and alignment issues in this age range. Your teen's bone and jaw structure are formed enough to begin orthodontic treatment.
Some teens may have even started Phase I treatment with Wiesemann Orthodontics at an earlier age and are now following it up with full braces or other orthodontic treatment.
Beyond outward appearances, untreated dental problems can impact your teen's oral and overall health.
If you notice any of the following issues, we recommend a free consultation with Dr. Wiesemann, as they could be signs your teen may benefit from orthodontic treatment.
- Early, late, or irregular loss of their baby teeth
- Difficulty with chewing or biting
- Crowding or extra spacing between teeth
- Jaws that shift or make sounds
- Frequent biting of the cheek or the inside of the mouth
- Teeth that meet abnormally or not at all
- Jaws and teeth that are out of proportion to the rest of the face
- Protrusion of teeth
Bad Bites
Diagnosing and successfully treating certain bite problems can have short-term and long-term benefits.
Problems classified as "bad bites" can often be minimized with the proper orthodontic treatment, including:
- Crooked or crowded teeth
- Missing or extra teeth
- An overbite or underbite
- Incorrect jaw position
- A disorder of the jaw joint
Benefits of a Straight Smile
Straight teeth that respond well to orthodontic treatment at Wiesemann Orthodontics create benefits like:
- Being less prone to wear and tear, chipping, and tooth trauma
- Being easier to keep clean, helping to prevent tooth decay and cavities
- Reducing the chances of developing gum disease, which can result in bone loss, decay, and tooth loss
- Improving proper chewing and digestion of food
Choose Your Look
While creating a customized treatment plan for your teen, we might recommend an orthodontic appliance.
Here at Wiesemann Orthodontics, we offer:
Modern Metal Braces
Braces have come a very long way, even within the past decade. When many people think of braces, they think of extremely bulky metal brackets.
We don't use this type of bulky orthodontic appliance at Wiesemann Orthodontics. Our state-of-the-art braces are lighter and more comfortable than ever before.
Ceramic Braces
Also known as clear braces, these work the same way metal braces do but feature brackets made of tooth-colored ceramic materials.
They blend in with your teen's smile, making them much less obvious. However, ceramic braces are slightly fragile and a little costlier than metal braces, they may not be best for everyone.
Invisalign® for Teens
The Invisalign system is made up of a series of fully customized, clear trays called aligners. These aligners are nearly invisible and totally removable.
Made of soft plastic, they provide a more comfortable orthodontic experience, with no friction or abrasions inside your teen's mouth.
Each week your teen will switch their aligner for the next in the set. When worn the recommended 20-22 hours per day, your teen's teeth will gradually move into the desired positions.
Invisalign works best for mild to moderate orthodontic issues and may not be an option if your teen needs more serious treatment. However, as a Platinum Invisalign provider, Dr. Wiesemann has the experience necessary to treat some complicated cases with Invisalign.
We also offer in-house clear aligners to treat minor orthodontic issues at a lower cost.
Possible Benefits from Teen Orthodontic Treatment
Dr. Wiesemann can use orthodontics to treat malocclusion or a bad bite. This can help:
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- Self-confidence
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- Misaligned & crooked teeth
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- Crowded teeth, missing teeth, or extra teeth
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- Overbite, underbite, or crossbite
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- Misaligned or incorrect jaw position
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- Disorders of the jaw joint (TMD)
FAQs About Teen Orthodontics
Make an Investment in Your Teen's Smile Today
Orthodontic treatment at Wiesemann Orthodontics is an investment in your child's future. During your free consultation, Dr. Wiesemann will be happy to discuss the benefits of treatment as well as the risk of putting it off.
Although adults can successfully complete orthodontic treatment, a teen's jaws and teeth can respond quicker to orthodontic treatment, shortening their total time in treatment.
