Teen orthodontics
Treatment designed around growth—and real life.
Teenage orthodontic care connects clinical needs with school, sport, social life, comfort, and the level of cooperation each option requires.
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Comprehensive teenage treatment
Comprehensive teenage treatment
By the teenage years, many permanent teeth are present and growth may still influence planning. A comprehensive assessment connects tooth alignment with the bite, jaw relationships, facial balance, dental health, and the teenager’s own concerns.
Clear aligners and fixed appliances may both be considered. The recommendation depends on the movements required, growth, daily habits, and how reliably each treatment can be followed—not simply which appliance looks most discreet.
- Objectives explained to both teenager and parent
- Benefits, limitations, and responsibilities compared
- A plan adapted to school, sport, and social life
Everyday life
Make the routine manageable
Successful treatment depends on what happens between appointments. Cristina explains brushing, meals, elastics or aligner wear, appliance care, sport, and how to handle school trips or changing routines.
The aim is not perfection from day one, but a clear routine the teenager can realistically maintain. If something is lost, damaged, or uncomfortable, early contact helps prevent a small problem from interrupting progress.
- Practical hygiene and appliance-care guidance
- Protective storage for removable appliances
- Clear advice when a problem occurs
Progress
Review, adjust, and keep the goal clear
Regular reviews check tooth movement, bite changes, oral hygiene, appliance condition, comfort, and how consistently the agreed routine is being followed. They are also a chance for the teenager to raise concerns directly.
If progress differs from the digital or clinical plan, Cristina explains why and what needs to change. Adjustments may involve the appliance, wear instructions, auxiliary components, or the expected timetable.
- Progress compared with the treatment objectives
- Questions and difficulties addressed early
- Plan refined when the clinical response requires it
Frequently asked questions
What patients ask most often.
General answers, to be refined around your diagnosis.
01Are aligners or fixed appliances better for teenagers?+
Neither option is automatically better. The most suitable choice depends on the diagnosis, treatment goals, and the cooperation each option requires.
02Can teenagers continue sport during treatment?+
Usually yes. Cristina gives advice suited to the appliance and activity, including mouth protection when relevant.
The next step
Let’s start by understanding your situation.
A first consultation is time to take stock, answer your questions, and explain the options that may be relevant.