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Braces for Teens in San Antonio
The classic age for treatment, and the age where getting the appliance choice right matters most for actually wearing it.
Teens have opinions, and they should
A teenager who hates their appliance finds ways not to cooperate with it. So we let them into the decision. Some want metal with colour bands they change every visit. Some want ceramic so it barely shows in photos. Some want aligners.
All three work. What matters is picking the one that fits their sport, their instrument, their braces-in-every-photo year, and their honesty about wearing trays.
What teen treatment includes
Their choice of appliance
Metal with colours, ceramic, or clear aligners, within what the bite allows.
A free custom mouthguard
For anyone playing contact sport. See athletic mouthguards.
Emergency access
Broken bracket the night before a game or a photo. Current patients get same-day, after-hours and weekend help.
Payment plans that work for families
From $149 a month, 0% interest for up to 30 months.
Book your free consultation
Tell us how to reach you and our team will call to find a time that works. New patient requests only.
Prefer to talk now? Call (210) 714-5525.
Common questions
Can my teen choose colours?
Yes, with metal braces the elastic bands change at every adjustment visit. See colour braces.
Will braces stop them playing sport?
No. They get a custom athletic mouthguard from us at no charge.
Are aligners a good idea for a teenager?
They can be excellent, but only with 20 to 22 hours a day of genuine wear. We will have an honest conversation about that at the consultation rather than setting the family up to fail.
Ready to start? Your consultation is free.
Exam, digital scan and X-ray at no cost, at either San Antonio office. You will leave knowing your options and what treatment would cost.