A new smile is a big step. We’re here to make it feel manageable for your teen and your family.
At Insoft & Hurst Orthodontics, Dr. Insoft and Dr. Hurst help teens explore braces and Invisalign with personalized recommendations, flexible payment options and plenty of room for questions.
The right time for braces depends on your teen’s teeth, bite and development.
An orthodontic evaluation helps determine whether treatment should begin now or whether monitoring their growth is the better next step.
You don’t need to know which treatment your teen needs before visiting us.
We’ll explain what we see, discuss their options and help you decide how to move forward.
An orthodontic exam can help if your teen has:
Your teen’s concerns matter, too. If they feel uncomfortable with their smile or have questions about their teeth, we’re happy to talk through them together.
Some teens want their braces to stand out. Others prefer a more subtle look. We’ll help your teen compare the options that suit their treatment needs and preferences.
Damon braces use self-ligating brackets that hold the treatment wire without the small elastic ties used with traditional braces.
We’ll explain how this option compares with other braces for your teen’s smile.
Damon Clear brackets blend in with teeth for a less noticeable appearance. At our practice, these clear brackets are placed on the upper teeth.
Invisalign uses clear, removable aligners to straighten teeth discreetly.
Teens can take them out for meals, brushing and flossing, then put them back in and wear them as prescribed to keep their smile moving forward.
Both braces and Invisalign can straighten teeth, but the right choice depends on your teen’s orthodontic needs and daily habits.
Braces stay in place, so your teen won’t need to remember to put them back in after meals.
Invisalign aligners are removable for eating, brushing and flossing. They require consistent wear as prescribed to keep treatment progressing.
Dr. Insoft or Dr. Hurst will help you compare suitable options and understand what each involves.
Your teen’s braces cost depends on their treatment needs and the length of their treatment plan.
During your complimentary exam, we’ll explain the cost, review your insurance benefits and work with you to create a payment plan that meets your family’s needs.
Choose from:
If you have orthodontic insurance, we’ll handle the paperwork to help you maximize your available benefits.
Explore our financing and insurance options to learn more.
We’ll guide your family through each step:
Treatment time varies based on the tooth movement and bite correction needed. Dr. Insoft or Dr. Hurst will provide an estimated timeline after evaluating your teen’s smile.
Keeping appointments, caring for their teeth and wearing rubber bands as instructed can help treatment stay on track.
Yes. Teens can continue playing sports during orthodontic treatment.
Ask our team about a mouthguard that fits over braces and helps protect their teeth during play.
Choose foods that are easy to chew, and avoid hard, sticky or chewy foods that could damage brackets and wires. We’ll share practical food tips when your teen gets braces.
Invisalign aligners should be removed for meals and snacks.
Careful brushing and flossing are essential around brackets and wires. Your teen should also continue regular checkups and cleanings with their dentist.
We’ll demonstrate how to clean around braces and help your teen build a routine they can follow at home.
Yes. Retainers help maintain the new alignment after braces or Invisalign treatment.
We’ll explain when and how your teen should wear theirs to protect their results.
