{"id":167,"date":"2023-08-07T09:40:34","date_gmt":"2023-08-06T23:40:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/smilogy.com.au\/dental-clinics\/everything-you-need-to-know-about-aligners-for-teens\/"},"modified":"2026-09-25T14:03:36","modified_gmt":"2026-09-25T04:03:36","slug":"everything-you-need-to-know-about-aligners-for-teens","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/smilogy.com.au\/dental-clinics\/everything-you-need-to-know-about-aligners-for-teens\/","title":{"rendered":"everything you need to know about aligners for teens"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Fashion goes in and out of style but a great smile lasts a lifetime. Our clear aligners for teens allow your parents to invest in your future, helping you develop the confidence you deserve. They can also be an affordable choice for parents: clear aligners at smilogy start from $2,250 (lite), with standard plans at $3,850 and advanced plans at $4,850. We\u2019ll confirm the fee at a consultation, and <a href=\"\/dental-clinics\/payment-plans\/\">payment plans<\/a> and <a href=\"\/dental-clinics\/private-health-cover\/\">private health cover<\/a> are available.<\/p>\n<p>Always on the go? The smilogy clear aligners have been designed with people like you in mind. We know what it\u2019s like to be busy, so our aligners are designed to fit around your life. Clear aligners pop in and out easily whenever needed. You can remove them to eat, or when you\u2019re playing sports. While consistent daily wear of 20 hours or more is needed, our aligners are comfortable to wear &#8211; so you can simply go about your day.<\/p>\n<p>Sometimes known as \u201cinvisible braces\u201d, clear aligners give you an easier route to straight teeth than your parents were offered back in the day! The steps are simple. We scan, plan and straighten smiles. Australian orthodontists and dentists are still involved every step of the way, but you see them online. We don\u2019t disrupt your life and you\u2019re free to do your thing.<\/p>\n<p>Transforming your smile couldn\u2019t be easier. And, since our aligners are so clear, people will barely notice they\u2019re there.<\/p>\n<p>Talk to your parents today about <a href=\"\/dental-clinics\/book-online\/\">booking a scan at our edgecliff or castle hill clinic<\/a>, or discover more about <a href=\"\/dental-clinics\/what-are-clear-aligners-everything\/\">how clear aligners work<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2>here\u2019s why teens prefer clear aligners to braces<\/h2>\n<p>For many teens, fitting in means everything. Thanks to clear aligners, you can transform your smile without drawing attention to yourself. People will wonder how you did it!<\/p>\n<h2>smilogy clear aligners<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Almost invisible<\/li>\n<li>Comfortable and custom-fit<\/li>\n<li>Eat whatever you want<\/li>\n<li>Easy to take care of<\/li>\n<li>Removeable<\/li>\n<li>Easier to keep your teeth clean<\/li>\n<li>Check-ups are online<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>braces<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Clunky wires<\/li>\n<li>Can feel sore &amp; tend to poke<\/li>\n<li>Some foods are off limits<\/li>\n<li>Hard to clean<\/li>\n<li>Fixed in place<\/li>\n<li>Food can get stuck<\/li>\n<li>You have to go to the dentist regularly<\/li>\n<li>Can be worn for years<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Please note, while we at smilogy love to help as many people as possible along the way, braces can sometimes be a more suitable option for certain cases. We\u2019ll help you learn what\u2019s best for your smile.<\/p>\n<h2>benefits of clear aligners<\/h2>\n<p>So by now, you\u2019ll have figured out that clear aligners = a straighter smile. But do you know about the other benefits?<\/p>\n<p><strong>During Treatment<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Aligners are virtually invisible so most people won&#8217;t notice you&#8217;re wearing them<\/li>\n<li>Easily pop your aligners in and out<\/li>\n<li>No food or drink choices are off limits<\/li>\n<li>Easily brush your teeth &#8211; there are no wires<\/li>\n<li>Can correct crowding and crookedness<\/li>\n<li>No required in-clinic check ups thanks to online monitoring via our scan box<\/li>\n<li>Pop in to our edgecliff or castle hill clinic to say hello (but only if you want to)<\/li>\n<li>Support from our experienced Australian orthodontists and dentists<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>After Treatment<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Once treatment is finished, you may enjoy:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Smiling boldly<\/li>\n<li>Straighter teeth<\/li>\n<li>More confidence<\/li>\n<li>Boosted self-esteem<\/li>\n<li>Improved bite alignment<\/li>\n<li>Fresher breath<\/li>\n<li>Healthier gums<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>get started<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/smilogy.com.au\/dental-clinics\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2023\/08\/get-started.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"\" decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/smilogy.com.au\/dental-clinics\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2023\/08\/get-started.jpg 800w, https:\/\/smilogy.com.au\/dental-clinics\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2023\/08\/get-started-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/smilogy.com.au\/dental-clinics\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2023\/08\/get-started-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n<p>Straighter teeth don\u2019t just look great, they can support your oral health.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"\/dental-clinics\/book-online\/\">Book online<\/a> or <a href=\"\/dental-clinics\/contact\/\">get in touch<\/a> with our team today and find out if you&#8217;re a good candidate for our clear aligners. Learn more about our <a href=\"\/dental-clinics\/teens\/\">dental care for teens<\/a>, or clear aligners at <a href=\"\/dental-clinics\/edgecliff-aligners\/\">edgecliff<\/a> or <a href=\"\/dental-clinics\/castle-hill-aligners\/\">castle hill<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Thinking about clear aligners as a teen? 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