Treatments For Teens
About Orthodontics for Teens
Orthodontic treatment can be necessary and beneficial at any age, however it is most prevalent for kids in their teenage years. All adult teeth are out between ages 11 and 14 years old, as teeth tend to move more easily at this age than in adulthood. Since adolescents are growing so much at this age, it is a great time to move the teeth and jaw into their ideal position.
This makes adolescence a great time to start orthodontic care in order to improve the smile and align the teeth. Additionally, orthodontic care at this age can utilize the natural growth to correct skeletal issues. Skeletal changes in adults is often feasible through a surgical approach.
PORTH serves patients mostly from Sammamish, Issaquah, Bellevue, Kirkland, Fall city, Snoqualmie and North Bend.
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Bite issues
Small lower jaw
Prominent lower jaw
Crowding
Spacing
Deep bite overbite
Open bite
Excess overjet
Missing teeth
Impacted teeth
Joint issues
Sleep disorder associated with jaw growth
Choose Your Look
Clear Aligners
Aligners are clear plastic trays that fit closely over the teeth, apply pressure on the teeth and slowly, but steadily, move them. They’re discrete, comfortable and removable.
PORTH Clear Aligners are designed and fabricated utilizing cutting edge technology driven by artificial intelligence at our clinic. PORTH clear aligners are the next generation alternative clear aligners to the traditional Invisalign appliance.
Custom Digital Braces
Traditional metal braces remain one of the most popular orthodontic options for teens, effectively correcting issues such as crooked teeth, protrusions, crossbites, underbites, overbites, gaps, and crowding.
At PORTH, we utilize cutting-edge technology to customize modern braces, ensuring each treatment is tailored to meet the unique needs of every teenager.
Esthetic Lingual Braces
Braces placed behind the teeth offer your child the option of straightening their teeth discretely, while eliminating the challenges that come with clear aligners.
The lingual orthodontics treatment option combines the best outcome, unparalleled experience, and uses the latest technology.
How Long Will It Take?
Conventional braces for teens may take less time to see results compared to aligners, mostly because of noncompliance with 22 hours of recommended aligner wear.
Treatment time is usually between 12 months to 2 years for teens, but it really depends on the patient. Severely misaligned teeth or bite problems could take more time.
Accidents or improper handling of the orthodontic appliance could also extend the treatment.
For teens that choose clear aligners, the most important factors are the recommended 22 hours of daily wear and maintaining great oral hygiene. Teens teeth move fairly quickly.
The treatment time between conventional braces and clear aligners are not significantly different.
Clear aligners can have a powerful impact if they are worn 22 hours a day.
Results
Eric M.
Treatment Time
18 Months
Corrected
Spacing
Baran F.
Treatment Time
16 Months
Corrected
Bite, flared teeth
Sid K.
Treatment Time
20 Months
Corrected
Parents Reviews
We love the PORTH crew! They are warm, professional and have a state of the art practice. We’ve had a few mishaps and they’ve always been able to get us in with no problem. My older daughter is almost done with her Phase I treatment and we are extremely happy with the results. She actually looks forward to her ortho appointments!
Valerie H.
From my first time calling in I knew we had made the right choice! Crystal was warm friendly and made us feel at home right away. When we met with Elly for our consult things just got better. She explained our options very thoroughly and answered all our questions. My daughter was excited and a bit nervous but Dr Rooz made her feel comfortable immediately. He was kind and direct about what she would need and she liked him so much she asked when we could come again! We will definitely be recommending him to everyone we know!
Shea m.
My son has just started his journey with PORTH in June and wow what a great beginning it is! From the initial contact and visit to the first few appointments- a remarkable, smooth process. Do they sleep? Sometimes my son reaches after hours and gets a response the same day.
For us, aligners with Dr. Rooz is definitely proving to be the best decision! Thank you Porth and keep it up!
Aleks B.
Aligners & Braces Cost
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Use Your Dental Insurance and FSA or HSA
Navigating the cost of braces for your teen may seem daunting, but a free consultation with our orthodontist can illuminate the path ahead. During the consultation, the PORTH team and Dr. Rooz will examine your teen's teeth and offer a treatment plan depending on the condition of their oral health, including any overbite issues.
Traditional metal braces, with metal brackets, are the most common type of orthodontic treatment due to their efficacy in delivering straighter teeth. Ceramic braces, which are tooth-colored, offer a more discreet alternative, albeit at a slightly higher profile of these braces.
Clear aligners, such as Invisalign, provide a nearly invisible method using custom-made clear aligners, and tend to be priced similar to traditional braces. Lingual braces, fitted on the inner side of the teeth, offer the highest level of discretion, but come with a steeper price tag due to the custom-made nature of the braces.
Regardless of the type of braces chosen, it's important to note that the overall cost will include the price of a retainer to maintain the perfect smile after the treatment time. Costs can vary widely based on these treatment options, but investing in your teen's braces during their teenage years is a worthwhile investment towards their confident, perfect smile.
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Start a virtual consultation today or schedule an in-person appointment at our Sammamish or Bellevue clinic. Your first free appointment includes recommendations for orthodontic treatment.
Teens Aligners & Digital Custom Braces
Teens at PORTH have the choice of clear aligners, aka Invisalign teen, or braces to get a beautiful smile. Our orthodontist uses next generation plastic aligners driven by modern orthodontics and our cutting edge technology. Some of the advantages of PORTH teen aligners treatment option are quick delivery, free replacement aligners and one-time change to metal braces at no cost.
Braces for teen patients at PORTH are different from the traditional braces. Our orthodontic treatment uses digital technology to place the clear or metal braces. Additionally, we use custom wires bend by robots. Our personalized treatment plans are more efficient and save treatment time in braces. You can switch your PORTH aligners at the end of your treatment.
What should I do if my child has already received early treatment at another orthodontic office?
Our Sammamish and Bellevue offices accept patients who had early treatment with other providers. It doesn’t matter if your kid had Invisalign treatment or braces (metal or clear braces), before.
In fact, we have patients of all ages transferring to our practice when they move to the Greater Seattle area - Seattle, Kirkland, Redmond, Bellevue, Issaquah, Washington. Some families are also looking for a different orthodontic experience and high quality of care.
We offer Sammamish and Bellevue orthodontic services at PORTH with unique office hours and a mission to provide accessibility to an outstanding orthodontic journey.
We use all advancements in orthodontics to correct malocclusion, create straight teeth, and build a unique orthodontic experience for patients of all ages and their families.We can monitor your kid in 6-month checkups to wait for baby teeth to transition to adult teeth.
We work with pediatric and general dentists to make sure your kid avoids gum disease or tooth decay. We share X-rays taken at the checkup visits with these providers.
Treatments for Sleep Breathing Disorders
Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a disorder characterized by repeated episodes of partial or complete obstruction of the upper airway during sleep, leading to breathing pauses. These pauses in breathing, known as apneas, can lead to reduced oxygen levels in the blood and result in brief awakenings throughout the night, although individuals often do not remember these awakenings. The cycle of disrupted breathing and arousal from sleep can occur multiple times an hour and impairs the ability to achieve deep, restorative sleep, causing excessive daytime sleepiness and fatigue.
Symptoms of OSA may include loud snoring, witnessed pauses in breathing during sleep, tossing and turning, waking up with a dry or sore throat, headaches upon waking, and excessive daytime sleepiness.
Orthodontic Treatment for Sleep Apnea
Specific orthodontic treatments can assist in managing obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). Our clinic works in conjunction with various sleep medicine specialists to provide accurate diagnoses of OSA.
Dr. Rooz offers a range of treatment options to aid patients diagnosed with this condition. These treatments include jaw surgery with adult orthodontics and the use of oral appliances. Additionally, we provide orthodontic care for patients who encounter complications related to their sleep oral appliances.
Orthodontist Treating Airway Disorders
Dental providers and orthodontists with an interest in sleep dental medicine often pursue additional training to provide treatments for sleep-related breathing disorders (SBD).
Dr. Rooz is a dentist qualified by the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine (AADSM), which offers scientific evidence-based treatments for sleep breathing disorders.
Our practice collaborates with a multidisciplinary team of physicians and oral surgeons to deliver specialized care for airway issues.
Sleep Breathing Disorders
Sleep breathing disorders are conditions that involve abnormal and difficult respiration during sleep. They encompass a range of issues, including chronic snoring, obstructive sleep apnea, and central sleep apnea, each affecting the quality of sleep and potentially leading to serious health consequences if untreated due to the impact on the body's oxygen and carbon dioxide balance.
Dr. Rooz works with a specialized team to address pediatric sleep apnea treatments. At PORTH, we provide various treatment options for children with sleep breathing disorders.
