436 Jacksonville Drive • Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250 190 Marketside Ave. • Ponte Vedra, FL 32081
Get the power of Invisalign clear aligners and Clarity clear aligners for your teen. Invisalign Teen lets your child achieve a confident smile using a patented system of clear aligners designed specifically for adolescents. We help teens across the Jacksonville Beach and Nocatee area smile their brightest.
Invisalign Teen is a clear aligner system designed specifically for adolescents. Instead of the metal bands, wires, and brackets that traditional braces use, each aligner is custom-fit to gradually correct your teen’s alignment without disrupting their daily life.
The biggest difference between standard Invisalign and Invisalign Teen is the Compliance Indicator — a small blue dot built into each aligner that gradually fades to clear as your teen wears it. Parents and orthodontists can see at a glance whether the aligners are being worn the recommended 20 to 22 hours a day. Aligners are swapped for a fresh set every one to two weeks, and many patients see noticeable changes within six weeks of starting treatment. We also offer Clarity clear aligners for teens whose cases call for a different aligner system.
Treatment is led by Dr. John Lazzara and Dr. Amy Poblenz, both Diplomates of the American Board of Orthodontics, which makes Lazzara Orthodontics one of the only practices in northeast Florida with two board-certified orthodontists on staff. Both doctors completed three-year orthodontic residency programs and have guided well over a thousand patients across the Jacksonville Beach and Nocatee area through clear aligner treatment.
Before recommending Invisalign Teen, we make sure your teen is the right candidate. During an initial assessment at our Jacksonville Beach orthodontist office, we get to know your teen, ask questions, and identify the underlying source of any misalignment.
From there, we scan your teen’s teeth with a high-tech impressionless digital scanner. The scan gives us a precise view of their alignment and bite, and we use that data — combined with proven Invisalign treatment protocols — to map out a custom alignment plan.
Once the plan is set, your teen leaves our office with their first aligners in hand. Each set shifts the teeth a small amount at a time, and your teen swaps to the next set on the schedule we provide. The Compliance Indicator on each aligner makes it easy for parents and our team to confirm wear time is on track.
If your teen has complex bite problems, jaw growth concerns, or other complications that go beyond what aligners can address, we may recommend a different option such as ceramic Clarity ADVANCED braces or traditional braces. Either way, we walk through every option with you before any treatment decision is made.
The choice to improve your teen’s smile can change their life. Schedule a free appointment now to learn more.
The middle school and high school years are one of the most challenging and meaningful intervals in a person’s life. Invisalign for Teens lets your loved ones experience more joy out of their best years.
Invisalign for Teens system is almost unnoticeable, and fits perfectly into any teens busy lifestyle. Your teen will be able to capture all of their treasured milestones without worrying about how their mouth looks. They won’t have to put their life on pause for all of those selfies and snapshots during prom, graduation, and other fun experiences.
But Invisalign’s benefits don’t stop there.
While a beautiful smile is a great gift, we know it cannot fix everything about being a teenager. But your teen’s self-esteem can shift dramatically with the poise of a healthy, confident smile.
Trust your teen’s orthodontic care to Dr. John Lazzara and Dr. Amy Poblenz, both Diplomates of the American Board of Orthodontics. Contact us for a complimentary evaluation.
A number of DIY and mail-order aligner companies promise self-supervised teeth straightening at home. What they cannot offer is the level of in-person evaluation and ongoing supervision your teen gets from a board-certified orthodontist.
A teenager’s smile is something that lasts the rest of their life. Trusting orthodontic care to a remote provider with no physical exam, no chairside adjustments, and no accountability when something goes wrong is a serious risk. These companies sell a product, not a service. They have no incentive to flag when a case is too complex for aligners alone, because flagging it means losing the sale.
Without proper supervision, aligner results vary widely, and the families who run into problems usually cannot get their money back. The recent collapse of major mail-order aligner brands left thousands of patients mid-treatment with nowhere to turn. An orthodontist who knows your teen, evaluates their progress at every visit, and is available when something needs adjusting is the safer path to a lasting result.
Choosing who treats your teen’s smile matters. At Lazzara Orthodontics, your teen is cared for by Dr. John Lazzara and Dr. Amy Poblenz, both Diplomates of the American Board of Orthodontics — making us one of the only practices in northeast Florida with two board-certified orthodontists on staff.
Contact us today to learn how you can give your teen the gift of a lasting smile.
Invisalign teen aligners use a series of clear, removable trays that gradually shift your teen’s teeth into proper alignment. Each set is worn for 20 to 22 hours a day and replaced every 7 to 10 days. Unlike traditional braces, they don’t use brackets or wires, allowing teens to maintain good oral hygiene and enjoy more flexibility. The result is straighter teeth with less disruption to their everyday lives and milestones.
Invisalign clear aligners are a great orthodontic treatment for teens because they combine effectiveness with convenience. Unlike traditional metal braces, Invisalign aligners are virtually invisible and can be easily removed, making it easier for teens to maintain good oral hygiene and eat freely. This discreet approach to orthodontics also supports teens’ self-confidence during important social events like prom and graduation while effectively addressing crooked teeth and alignment issues.
Yes, there are key differences. Invisalign teen aligners are clear, removable, and customized for comfort, making them less noticeable and more lifestyle-friendly than traditional metal braces. Traditional braces use metal brackets and wires, which can be harder to clean and sometimes uncomfortable. With Invisalign, teens can avoid the dietary restrictions and frequent adjustments that come with traditional braces while still receiving effective orthodontic treatment.
Yes, Invisalign treatment can support efforts to prevent tooth decay. Since Invisalign aligners are removable, teens can brush and floss their teeth more thoroughly than with traditional braces, helping to maintain good oral hygiene. This ease of cleaning reduces the risk of food getting trapped and plaque building up, which can lead to tooth decay and gum issues. Regular oral care alongside Invisalign aligners makes dental health more manageable for teens.
Choosing an in-person orthodontist for your teen’s Invisalign treatment ensures they receive customized, hands-on care. Unlike mail-order aligners, which lack professional supervision, an orthodontist will monitor progress, make adjustments, and offer alternative treatments if needed. Teens wear Invisalign under expert guidance, which helps ensure effective, long-lasting results. This personal attention greatly reduces the risk of complications that could lead to poor outcomes or additional costs later on.
