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3430 Dodge St #21
Dubuque, IA 52003

Hours

  • Monday: 7:40AM to 7:00PM
  • Tuesday: 7:40AM to 7:00PM
  • Wednesday: 7:40AM to 5:00PM
  • Thursday: 7:40AM to 5:00PM
  • Friday: 8:00AM to 12:00PM
  • Saturday: Closed
  • Sunday: Closed
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  • 3430 Dodge St #21 Dubuque, IA 52003
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  • Abbadent Dental and Implants
    • Home
    • About
      • About
      • Office Tour
    • Patient Information
    • Services
      • View all Services
      • Dental Checkup
      • Dental Crowns and Dental Bridges
      • Dental Implants
      • Dental Veneers and Dental Laminates
      • Dentures and Partial Dentures
      • Emergency Dentist
      • Abbadent Braces
      • Full Mouth Reconstruction
      • Invisalign Dentist
      • Kid Friendly Dentist
      • Laser Dentistry
      • Lumineers
      • Orthodontics
      • Root Canal Treatment
      • Sleep Apnea
      • Smile Makeover
      • Teeth Whitening
    • Patient Education
      • Blog
      • Alternative to Braces for Teens
      • Dental Anxiety
      • Do I Need a Root Canal?
      • I Think My Gums Are Receding
      • Improve Your Smile for Senior Pictures
      • Options For Replacing Missing Teeth
      • Oral Cancer Screening
      • Oral Hygiene Basics
      • What Can I Do to Improve My Smile?
      • What Do I Do If I Damage My Dentures?
      • What Should I Do If I Chip My Tooth?
      • When Is a Tooth Extraction Necessary?
      • Which is Better Invisalign or Braces?
      • Why Are My Gums Bleeding?
      • Will I Need a Bone Graft for Dental Implants?
      • Wisdom Teeth Extraction
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    Dubuque Alternative to Braces for Teens

    Invisalign Teen® the Alternative to Braces for Teens

    Alternative to Braces for Teens

    If your teen is tired of living with crooked teeth, now is an excellent time to consider orthodontics. At Abbadent Dental and Implants we regularly answer questions about Invisalign Teen® as an alternative to braces for teens. If you live in Dubuque, IA or the 52003 area, we encourage you to call (563) 259-5181 and schedule an examination. We can let you know whether or not Invisalign® is the right solution for your child and how to get started.

    What is Invisalign Teen®?
    Invisalign® straightens teeth using a series of clear, plastic aligners. For teeth to move from their current crooked position to where they are supposed to be, pressure must be applied. With braces, this is done using metal brackets with wires threaded between them. With Invisalign®, we apply pressure using a series of clear aligners that place specific amounts of pressure on specific teeth. When worn in a series, they put the right amount of pressure on the teeth to migrate the teeth to the correct position.

    INVISALIGN TAKES A MODERN APPROACH TO STRAIGHTENING TEETH


  • Treatment time. Our dentists can let you know how long the treatment will last when you visit our 52003 dental office. Generally speaking, most teens need to wear their aligners for around eighteen months. The overall treatment time with Invisalign Teen® can vary on how often the teen removes the aligners. While a teen may only need to wear the aligners for 20 to 22 hours per day, if they remove the aligners for too long, they risk extending the treatment time. Wearing Invisalign Teen® takes commitment and care, but can provide a positive experience in comparison to other methods.
  • Invisalign Teen® is more comfortable. At Abbadent Dental and Implants, we hear many of our patients mention how comfortable they are during the treatment process. Anytime teeth move, there is bound to be some level of soreness. Whether your teen wears metal braces or aligners, there will be some soreness following an adjustment or switching to a new aligner. A small amount of soreness during an adjustment is perfectly natural. The difference in comfort is more noticeable when one considers how everything feels on a regular basis. Since traditional braces involve metal brackets and wires, that metal can rub up against the cheeks and inside of the mouth, causing irritation. It is not uncommon for people to get sores or cuts in their mouth as a result. Naturally, this is inconvenient and entirely avoidable when wearing Invisalign Teen®. Since the aligners are clear plastic, they are smooth and will be unlikely to cut your teen’s mouth during treatment.
  • Learn more about Invisalign Teen® as an alternative to braces for teens by calling 563-259-5181 and scheduling an appointment with Our dentists. At Abbadent Dental and Implants, we can answer any questions that you have after examining your teen. If you live in Dubuque, Iowa or the 52003 area, we can give them the smile of their dreams.

    Straighten Teeth Without Braces


    How do I get started with Invisalign®?
    Call 563-259-5181 and schedule a consultation with Our dentists.


    Helpful Related Links

    • American Dental Association (ADA). Glossary of Dental Terms. 2015
    • American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry® (AACD). Home Page. 2015
    • Invisalign®. How Invisalign Works. 2016
    • Invisalign®. Take the Smile Assessment. 2016
    • WebMD. WebMD’s Oral Care Guide. 2015

    About our business, license, and website security

    • Abbadent Dental and Implants was established in 1978
    • We accept the following payment methods: American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, MasterCard, Visa and CareCredit
    • We serve patients from the following counties: Dubuque County, Jo Daviess County, Lafayette County, & Grant County
    • We serve patients from the following cities: Dubuque, East Dubuque, Potosi, Galena, Epworth, Farley, Bellevue, Cuba City, Key West, & Menominee

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    Definition of Orthodontic Terminology

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    An x-ray of the head that shows whether your teeth are aligned properly, and whether they are growing properly.
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