Invisalign Teen™ treatment is a specialized treatment plan for young smiles, created by the world’s leading creator of orthodontic clear aligners. Using the same state-of-the-art materials and cutting-edge technology as traditional Invisalign aligners, Invisalign Teen aligners are clinically optimized for the growing mouths of teenagers and provide beautiful smiles with effective, lasting results.
| Invisalign Teen Aligners | Traditional Braces | |
| Price | $2,500-$8,000 | $1,700-$6,000 |
| Treatment Length | 6-36 months | 1-3 years |
| Removable | Yes | No |
| Clinically-developed SmartTrack™ Material | Yes | No |
| Discreet and Nearly Invisible When Worn | Yes | No |
| Office Visits | Every 6 weeks-3 months | Every 4 to 8 weeks |
| Emergency Visits | Rare | More Likely |
| Expedited Treatment Option | Yes | No |
| Food Restrictions | No | Yes |
| Cleaning/Maintenance | Easy: remove for meals, wash aligners | More complex: food restrictions, wires and brackets can collect food or debris |
| Potential for Damage during Sports? | Low | High |
Invisalign Teen treatment costs vary depending on the specific condition and severity of the case, but treatment ranges from $2,500 to $8,000. Insurance and health savings accounts can help lower the cost of clear aligner treatment, and monthly payment plans can also make costs more manageable.
Look for promotional savings like back-to-school discounts, sibling or family packages, and sign-up offers to further lower costs.
Teens can begin Invisalign Teen treatment once the majority of their permanent (adult) teeth have grown in, usually around 12 to 13 years old. Invisalign Teen aligners are an excellent treatment option for teens of all ages. For younger smiles, there is Invisalign First™ treatment, which is specially designed for early orthodontic intervention for children with a mix of baby and adult teeth.
Invisalign Teen treatment works in the same way as traditional Invisalign treatment: using state-of-the-art iTero 3D scanning and digital modeling, your orthodontist designs a unique treatment plan with a series of discreet, nearly-invisible clear aligners.
Invisalign Teen™ aligners are made of the same patented SmartTrack™ material, which is clinically proven to straighten teeth faster and with more predictability.
One big advantage of Invisalign Teen treatment is that it comes with 6 free replacement aligners! Since teenagers may be more likely to misplace their aligners, the cost of your care comes included with free replacements so you don’t have to worry about lost or damaged aligners.
Invisalign Teen treatment has many benefits over metal braces, and it has quickly become one of the most popular orthodontic treatment options for kids and adults. Many orthodontists report that the majority of their teenage patients now request Invisalign Teen aligners!
Invisalign Teen aligners are removable, making them easy to care for, easy to clean, and require zero food restrictions — eat all the candy and popcorn you want without worrying about it breaking your brackets or getting caught under your wires (just remember to brush your teeth!)
The discreet, nearly-invisible look of Invisalign Teen aligners is optimal for the smile-conscious selfie generation. Many teens post photos on social media and prefer Invisalign aligners to the “metal mouth” of metal braces.
Your local Invisalign doctor usually offers Invisalign Teen aligners, especially for adolescents. For lower prices and effective results, look for an experienced orthodontist in a free-standing orthodontic facility.
You can find an experienced Invisalign doctor using this locator tool. Diamond Plus or Diamond Invisalign Providers will have the most experience and treat a higher volume of Invisalign patients, leading to lower costs for your family.