Invisible Orthodontics for Kids
Adolescence is the ideal time to undertake most comprehensive most comprehensive orthodontic corrections.
What is invisible orthodontics for kids?
Invisible orthodontics for children consists of a series of transparent aligners, used to align teeth. Using 3D modelling of the patient’s teeth, custom-made aligners are created to move the teeth into the desired position.
Every two weeks, the patient changes his aligners for a new pair (upper and lower jaw), to gradually move the teeth. Each pair of aligners is made to precisely move specific teeth. The individualization of each case through 3D molding and the precise planning of the treatment plan make it possible to create a tailor-made bite and smile for each patient.aligners for children also have a special feature: a small blue dot which gradually fades as the mouthpiece is worn, allowing you to see whether the child is wearing the appliance correctly.
L’orthodontie invisible est-elle envisageable pour tous les enfants ?
De la même façon que les bagues ne sont pas possibles pour tous les enfants, un traitement par aligneurs n’est pas toujours possible.
Après une première consultation, votre orthodontiste sera en mesure de déterminer quel est le meilleur appareillage pour résoudre la malocclusion (mauvaise position des dents) de votre enfant. Ainsi, il est parfois nécessaire d’utiliser dans un premier temps d’autres appareils tels qu’un disjoncteur, un appareil fonctionnel…
Invisible orthodontics requires custom-made aligners, and therefore presents an additional laboratory cost. It can therefore be slightly more expensive than treatment with traditional braces.
However, this price differential has narrowed in recent years. And, as with braces, the cost of aligners is usually covered by your children’s health insurance, to reduce the financial burden.
Yes, the aligners can be removed, but only for eating and brushing. To ensure effective treatment, aligners must be worn at least 22 hours a day. Without the child’s cooperation and continuous wear, results cannot be achieved.
Special occasions should be discussed with your orthodontist, but sometimes exceptions can be made.
Specialized invisible orthodontic treatment for children is perfect for little patients who play sports or musical instruments. Not that conventional braces prevent them from doing so, but invisible orthodontic treatment really does make things easier for them!
The aligners must be removed when eating or drinking anything other than water. Any other food or drink may distort or stain the aligners, causing interference and delays in treatment.
The aligners can be removed, so your child can brush and floss with ease. We recommend brushing after every meal, before replacing the aligners. This will remove all food residues and prevent them from getting stuck between the aligner and the tooth.