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318 N 6th St
Tomahawk, WI 54487

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  • Monday: 8:00AM to 5:00PM
  • Tuesday: 8:00AM to 5:00PM
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Robert D. Imm, DDS
(715) 972-8676

Get a healthy, gorgeous smile at Robert D. Imm, DDS

    • Home
    • About
    • Patient Information
    • Services
      • View all Services
      • ClearCorrect Braces
      • Dental Checkup
      • Dental Crowns and Dental Bridges
      • Dental Implants
      • Dental Veneers and Dental Laminates
      • Dentures and Partial Dentures
      • Emergency Dentist
      • Facial Rejuvenation: The Vampire Facelift
      • Fastbraces
      • Full Mouth Reconstruction
      • Invisalign Dentist
      • Kid Friendly Dentist
      • Lumineers
      • Pediatric Dentist
      • Root Canal Treatment
      • Smile Makeover
      • Snap-On Smile
      • Teeth Whitening
    • Patient Education
      • Blog
      • Alternative to Braces for Teens
      • Dental Anxiety
      • Do I Have Sleep Apnea?
      • 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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Tomahawk Is Invisalign Teen Right for My Child?

Is Invisalign Teen Right for My Child?

Is Invisalign Teen Right for My Child?

At Robert D. Imm, DDS, we offer Invisalign Teen® as a solution for straightening teeth. Parents may call our dental office looking for information, wondering if Invisalign® can sufficiently straighten their child’s teeth. Orthodontics is familiar and still effective but Invisalign® is relatively new and most parents never had access to this solution. If you are in this situation, the best way to find out about your child’s options is to call (715) 972-8676 and schedule an appointment. We are located in the 54487 area and are happy to answer any questions that you may have.

Here are some that we are asked on a regular basis:

Can Invisalign Teen® actually straighten teeth?
Yes, it most definitely can. Teeth are moved using consistent pressure. With braces, the pressure is applied using metal brackets and wires. Invisalign® uses a series of clear aligners that slip around the teeth like retainers. They work as effectively as braces to solve mild to severe cases of crooked teeth and alignment issues. The key is that you must bring your child to a dentist that is trained in how to administer the Invisalign® treatment.
Are they old enough?
In order for your teen to wear Invisalign® they need to have all of their permanent teeth. At Robert D. Imm, DDS, we can examine them and let you know whether or not it is the right time to get started. Most of the time, Dr. Robert D. Imm will recommend Invisalign® starting in high school.
Is my teen responsible enough?
Any time that someone uses orthodontics to straighten their teeth, there is a level of responsibility necessary to ensure that the process goes smoothly. In most cases, teenage patients are incredibly responsible and statistically, most teens will wear their aligners for 21 hours a day. However, there are cases in which the teenage patient does not wear the aligners properly and faces issues because of it. If your child tends to be more absent-minded than not, traditional braces may be a better solution because they are permanently secured to the teeth and you only need to remind them to brush and floss carefully. With Invisalign Teen®, there are significant conveniences that are associated with this solution and the biggest ones come from the fact that the aligners are removable. Teens love this! They can act, behave, look, and eat like normal because the aligners come out. At Robert D. Imm, DDS, we encourage this convenient solution for our teenage and adult patients. However, knowing that something comes out, also means that they have to remember to put it back in. That is where the responsibility piece comes into play. If they lose an aligner, it can be replaced. The challenge is that if they simply forget to wear it, the process will not work. For this reason, it is important to evaluate the responsibility level and overall personality of your child to determine if they are ready. If you live in the Tomahawk area, bring them in for a consultation. We can have a heart to heart, let them know what the treatment entails and see if we can get them to commit to wearing the aligners. They may surprise you by how committed they are, once they see this as an alternative to traditional braces.

Check out what others are saying about our Invisalign® Teen services on Yelp: Invisalign® Teen Tomahawk.

I was told that Invisalign will not work for my teen. Should I get a second opinion?
Absolutely. At Robert D. Imm, DDS, Dr. Robert D. Imm can evaluate and examine your teen to let you know whether or not they are a good candidate for Invisalign®. When you meet with a dentist, it is difficult to know how much training they have on this particular product. While your general dentist may do an excellent job with preventative care or restorations, Invisalign® may be new to their practice. This is why you should always seek a second opinion when told that you or your child cannot have a specific treatment you are interested in.

How do I get started with Invisalign®?
The process is simple. Call 715-972-8676 and schedule an appointment with our 54487 dental office. Dr. Robert D. Imm can examine your teen, let you know if they are ready for Invisalign® now, or when they will be. Next, we will discuss all of the steps involved in the process with you and your teen, so that everyone understands what to expect. There will be some paperwork to sign and financial considerations to discuss with our office manager. If you need help financing the treatment, let us know now so that we can help you find a solution.

Next, we will schedule a visit to take digital images of your teen’s mouth, along with measurements. These images will be uploaded into the computer so that we can begin to project out the treatment plan. Step by step, we plan for how the teeth will move from where they are today to where they are supposed to be. This takes time but is critically important for ensuring that they move in a set and steady pattern. This information will then be sent to the Invisalign® lab where they will produce a series of customized aligners. Each aligner is designed to move your teen’s teeth. One aligner will make a slight difference in their position but when worn in a series, they will move their teeth into a perfectly straight position. Once all of the aligners have been created to our specifications, they will be delivered in a series for your teen to wear and then switch out at home. Typically, each aligner is worn for two weeks until it becomes loose and then needs to be switched out for the next one in the series. By following our careful instructions and keeping regularly scheduled appointments, your teen can have a beautiful smile in no time.

To learn more about Invisalign Teen® and whether it is right for your child, call (715) 972-8676 and schedule an appointment with our Tomahawk, Wisconsin dental office. At Robert D. Imm, DDS we can answer all of your questions, ensure that their treatment goes smoothly, and help your teen to gain a bright and beautiful smile.

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

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  • Robert D. Imm, DDS was established in 1964
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  • We serve patients from the following counties: Lincoln County, Vilas County, Price County, Oneida County, Taylor County, Marathon County
  • We serve patients from the following cities: Tomahawk, Gilbert, Eagle River, Rhinelander, Prentice, Woodruff, Rib Lake,

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