Invisalign for Teens

Why teens love Invisalign

Let's be honest — most teenagers would rather not have a mouth full of metal during the years when they're most self-conscious about how they look. Invisalign aligners are nearly invisible, which means your teen can smile in selfies, speak in class, and go to prom without worrying about braces. For families in Bridgewater, near Bridgewater College, and across the Shenandoah Valley, Invisalign Teen has become the preferred alternative to traditional braces.

Built-in compliance indicators

Parents, we hear you: “How do I know they're actually wearing them?” Invisalign Teen aligners include small blue compliance dots that fade with wear. If the dot is still blue at the next appointment, we know the aligners aren't being worn enough. It's a simple, built-in accountability tool that takes the guesswork out of treatment — and the arguing out of your evenings.

Sports, band, and everything in between

Metal braces and contact sports don't mix well. With Invisalign, your teen can remove their aligners for football, soccer, basketball, or any activity where a mouthguard is needed. They can also remove them for band instruments, theater performances, and school presentations. Aligners go back in afterward — no emergency orthodontist visits for knocked-off brackets.

Eating without restrictions

Pizza, popcorn, apples, corn on the cob — all the foods that are off-limits with braces are perfectly fine with Invisalign. Your teen simply removes their aligners before eating, brushes, and puts them back in. No sticky residue around brackets, no broken wires from crunchy snacks, and much easier brushing and flossing.

Is your teen a good candidate?

Invisalign works for most teens with mild to moderate crowding, spacing, overbite, or underbite. Dr. Sang Kim evaluates each case individually using our iTero digital scanner to determine whether Invisalign or traditional braceswill deliver the best results. Some complex cases may still benefit from conventional orthodontics, and we'll always give you an honest recommendation.

What parents need to know about cost

Invisalign Teen is often comparable in cost to traditional braces, and most orthodontic insurance benefits apply. We also offer CareCredit financing and Virginia Dental Club discounts for uninsured families. Visit our Invisalign cost page for details on payment options.

Schedule a consultation

Bring your teen in for a judgment-free consultation at Bridgewater Dental Center, located at 100 Parkside Dr. in Bridgewater, VA. Dr. Kim will show you both a 3D preview of the expected results and walk through the step-by-step process. Call us at 540-443-2659 or book online.