Invisalign is a great option for teens! Posted on December 3, 2015 in Dentist, Doctors, General, Health, Invisalign, News, Pediatric Clinic Invisalign is not just for adults! When it comes to wearing metal braces, an overwhelming 92% of teens feel that it would keep them from fitting in with their peers.* It turns out that standing out in the crowd isn’t always a good thing. Teens wearing Invisalign® clear aligners are 2X more likely to have a boost in self-esteem while in treatment than teens treated with metal braces.* It’s hard to show confidence with a mouth full of metal. In the hands of a trained professional, Invisalign clear aligners can be just as effective as metal braces. The patented technology can effectively treat the most common and complex teeth-straightening concerns. When it comes to wearing metal braces, an overwhelming 92% of teens feel that it would keep them from fitting in with their peers.* It turns out that standing out in the crowd isn’t always a good thing. Invisalign Teen clear aligners actually cost about the same as metal braces. And just like braces, they’re included under most dental insurance policies. Teens wearing Invisalign clear aligners are 68% less likely to be teased than those wearing metal braces.*Since Invisalign aligners are virtually invisible, bullies can’t tease what they can’t see. Orthodontists tell us that teens are more reliable in wearing the aligners than adults are! Clinical data**confirms that on average, teens are wearing their aligners 21 hours per day, just as recommended. Article from: http://www.invisalign.com/braces-for-adults-and-teens/parents