When it comes to children's teeth alignment needs, parents may be concerned about the risks associated with Invisalign treatment. Fortunately, there are no known risks associated with Invisalign for children. However, as with any type of orthopedic appliances, there are some possible side effects that should be taken into consideration. Aligners that are used for a long period of time can weaken the roots of the teeth, leading to slow resorption of the dental roots over time.
Additionally, studies have reported that aligners can cause gum health issues such as periodontitis and gingivitis. Braces often come with certain activity restrictions, such as playing certain high-impact sports. With Invisalign aligners, however, your child can enjoy their favorite activities without the need for extra protection. The tight, personalized fit of Invisalign aligners ensures no or negligible damage without the use of any additional protective equipment.Many parents will wonder if their child is too young to wear braces. The answer is that children can use Invisalign as long as their teeth have developed at an appropriate stage.
Invisalign is a great treatment option for children because it requires fewer visits to the orthodontist and the aligners can be removed after 20 to 22 hours, making them a more comfortable option for children. While orthodontists used to wait to apply traditional braces until age 12 or 13, after the jawbone has already hardened, Dr. Baek may recommend Invisalign for children as young as six years old. The comfortable transparent aligning trays allow baby teeth to be aligned in a healthier way so that permanent teeth also grow straighter. While it's generally preferred for a child to lose all of their baby teeth before using Invisalign, the company now offers an option designed specifically for children who have both baby and permanent teeth. A pediatric dentist can look at the position of the wisdom teeth and use an X-ray to determine how the placement may interfere with the alignment of the teeth.
In addition to these, they are an effective method for straightening your child's teeth and correcting a number of alignment problems. Fortunately, transparent aligners can replace orthodontic appliances, as they are a practical and less noticeable alternative for straightening teeth. At the end of the treatment, the objective is to achieve well-aligned teeth, thus allowing the upper and lower teeth to be properly closed after chewing. In addition to using Invisalign aligners for your child's teeth alignment needs, brushing their teeth with fluoridated toothpaste can protect their teeth during treatment.
