Teen Orthodontics in Willowbrook, IL

Willowbrook Orthodontics offers braces and clear aligners built around teen schedules. A free consultation helps find the right fit for your teen.

Teen treatment

Adolescent Treatment

The teen years are a common and effective time for orthodontic treatment, because most permanent teeth have come in and the jaws are still finishing their growth. At Willowbrook Orthodontics, we offer braces and clear aligners built around teen schedules full of school, sports, and activities. Dr. Yue creates a plan around each teen’s needs and goals, and our team keeps care comfortable and encouraging. Your teen’s first consultation is complimentary.

Options for every smile

Types Of Teen Treatments

Metal Braces

Metal Braces need no introduction. But you might be surprised to find they're smaller and lighter than ever. They may even offer some customized options, like colored elastic ties on the brackets.

Clear Braces

Clear Braces feature brackets made of ceramic or composite materials which blend in with your teeth, making them harder to notice. They're suitable in many situations.

Clear Aligners

Clear Aligners for teens are a series of removable, clear plastic trays that gradually straighten teeth as they're worn (for 22 hours per day). Formerly recommended only for adult patients, they now come with special features — like compliance indicators to tell how often you've been wearing them — that make them appropriate for teens in some situations. The advantage: they're practically invisible!

Lingual Braces

Lingual Braces offer the most unnoticeable form of orthodontic treatment because they are attached to the back (tongue side) of the teeth, where they cannot be seen at all.

Other Appliances

Other orthodontic appliances may be recommended in some cases, where major tooth or jaw movement is needed. They can range from small devices that fit inside the mouth to external headgear. But don't worry: You'll get used to them, and they're temporary — but they provide a long-term benefit in a short time.

The Perfect Time for Orthodontic Treatment!

Like many teens in the Willowbrook area, braces are a rite of passage. They’re one more example of the changes adolescents go through at this time — along with growth in stature, edgier tastes in clothes and music, and an increasing degree of self-awareness. You count on the expert professionals at Willowbrook Orthodontics to work with your teen on an optimal treatment process that is best for their individual needs.

Dr. Isaac Yue is an experienced orthodontist trained in all the latest treatments for your teen, including a variety of types of braces and clear aligners.

Why are the teen years a good time for braces or aligners?

Most permanent teeth have erupted by the early teens, and the jaws are still growing, which helps guide correction. This combination makes teen treatment efficient and predictable for a wide range of cases.

Three Reasons why Adolescence is the Right Time for Braces

Most permanent teeth have come out already. By ages 11–13, most kids have lost their baby teeth and their permanent teeth have erupted. This is the ideal time to correct bite issues, spacing problems, or misalignment before they become more complicated.

It’s easier to correct bite problems during adolescence because the body is still growing.. With the help of orthodontic appliances, we can create an improved appearance and function in a short period of time.

Braces are socially accepted. Many teens are in treatment at the same time, making braces a normal part of life. Chances are, you’ll see some of your classmates in our office, and you may even make new friends as you go through the process together. When it’s done, you’ll have a smile that you can really be proud of, and benefits that will last your whole life.

What orthodontic options do teens have?

Teens can choose self-ligating metal braces, clear ceramic braces, or clear aligners like Invisalign. Aligners are removable and discreet, which many teens prefer, while braces need no daily discipline to keep in. Dr. Yue helps each family weigh the trade-offs.

How Long Does Treatment Last?

Most teen cases run about 18 to 24 months, though the exact timeline depends on the case and how well aligners are worn. Dr. Yue gives a realistic estimate at the consultation. After active treatment, a retainer helps protect the result.

How much does teen treatment cost?

Cost depends on the treatment and case. We provide an exact price at a complimentary consultation and offer flexible payment plans, with insurance and FSA/HSA options. See our Getting Started page.

How do we get started?

Schedule a complimentary consultation. Dr. Yue examines your teen’s smile, explains the options, and builds a personalized plan. Call (630) 323-7906.

Already did Phase I as a child? Phase II often means finishing that work, not starting over. See our Child & Phase I Treatment page to learn how that stage works. Considering treatment for the first time as an adult? Read our Adult Orthodontic Treatment page.

Quick Facts

Braces and clear aligners built around teen schedules
Often completes work started in Phase I
Options include self-ligating metal braces, lingual braces, and clear aligners
Free consultation to find the right fit