If your teenager has started asking about clear aligners, you’re not alone. More parents are weighing up orthodontic options for their teens and finding the conversation more nuanced than it used to be. Traditional braces are no longer the default, and that’s good news. But it does mean there’s more to think through. Here’s an honest look at both options to help you and your teen make a decision that fits your lives. What’s the difference? Traditional metal braces use brackets bonded to the teeth and connected by wires, which your orthodontist or dentist periodically tightens to shift the teeth … Continue reading Braces vs Clear Aligners for Teenagers