Invisalign Teen in Santa Barbara & Goleta
A modern way to straighten your teen's smile
Invisalign Teen at Ferris Orthodontic Group is designed to fit seamlessly into a teenager's life without compromising on results. Every case is precision planned by a nationally recognized Invisalign educator who knows exactly how to get the most out of this technology.
Expert Invisalign treatment, built around teens
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Over 25,000 smiles transformed with braces and Invisalign
Led by a Sapphire Invisalign Provider with experience in detailed, complex cases for kids
Precise digital planning tailored to each stage of development
Consistent, expert care from a team experienced in early orthodontic treatment
Clear aligner treatment designed for real life
Invisalign Teen uses a series of clear, removable aligners to gradually straighten teeth—without the look or feel of traditional braces.
Because they are removable, teens can continue to eat what they want, play sports, and participate in daily life without disruption.
At Ferris Orthodontic Group, treatment is guided by advanced digital planning and a highly personalized approach, ensuring each case is treated with precision and intention—not a one-size-fits-all system.
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The benefits of Invisalign Teen
Practically invisible during treatment
Clear, custom aligners fit closely to the teeth, making them difficult to notice in everyday life. For teens who are more aware of their appearance, that discretion can make a meaningful difference.
Removable for sports, music, and everything in between
Aligners can be removed for meals, practices, and special occasions—so there are no dietary restrictions or interruptions to activities. Teens can live their normal routine, then simply place the aligners back in.
Built-in features designed for teens
Invisalign Teen includes features like compliance indicators to help track wear and accommodate developing teeth. Combined with thoughtful oversight and guidance, it provides a flexible and effective solution for a wide range of cases.
A thoughtful, personalized approach to Invisalign Teen
Step1
Your teen’s complimentary consultation
Every Invisalign Teen journey begins with a complimentary consultation. You and your teen will first be welcomed by one of our team members and given a quick tour of the office before we begin gathering records, including a precise 3D digital scan and CBCT imaging when indicated—no messy impressions required. One of our doctors will then perform a comprehensive evaluation of your teen’s teeth, bite, jaws, and overall development and sit down with you both to discuss what they see, your treatment options, and the plan they recommend. In many cases, we can even show you a digital preview of the projected outcome. You’ll leave with a clear understanding of what treatment would involve, approximately how long it will take, and what it will cost—with plenty of time to ask questions and no pressure to move forward.
Step2
A treatment plan designed specifically for your teen
If you decide to move forward, your doctor uses the records and 3D scan captured during the consultation to design your teen’s Invisalign treatment from start to finish. Every tooth movement is carefully planned around your teen’s unique bite, anatomy, growth, and treatment goals. Once the plan is finalized, their custom aligners are fabricated and they’re ready to get started.
Step3
Aligners, progress & check-ins
Your teen will wear each set of aligners as directed, changing to the next set as their teeth gradually move into their planned positions. Throughout treatment, we’ll see them for regular progress check-ins so our doctors can monitor tooth movement and growth, make refinements when needed, and ensure everything is tracking as planned. These visits are typically quick and easy, helping treatment fit comfortably into busy school, sports, and activity schedules.
Step4
The finished smile — and keeping it that way
This is the part everyone has been waiting for! Once your teen and their doctor are happy with the bite and smile and agree that the treatment goals have been reached, it’s time to celebrate the finished result—and protect it. We’ll create custom retainers based on your teen’s needs, preferences, and the doctor’s recommendation. This may include removable clear retainers, bonded retainers, or a combination of both. From there, we’ll see your teen for a few retainer check-ins to make sure everything remains stable and their retainers are fitting exactly as they should—helping keep that new smile looking great for years to come. Learn more about our Smile Protection Plan.
See real results from Invisalign Teen
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Frequently asked questions
In many cases, yes. Invisalign Teen can effectively treat a wide range of alignment and bite issues. The key factors are consistency—aligners must be worn as directed—and how precisely the treatment is planned and guided. With Invisalign, the outcome is not determined by the aligners alone. It depends heavily on the orthodontist designing and managing the treatment. When carefully planned and closely monitored by an experienced orthodontist, like Dr. Ferris, Invisalign Teen can deliver results that are highly predictable and comparable to traditional braces.
This is not uncommon. Invisalign Teen includes a number of replacement aligners, providing flexibility throughout treatment. If an aligner is lost or damaged, we will guide you on the best next step—whether that means advancing to the next aligner or replacing the current one—so treatment continues smoothly and stays aligned with the overall plan.
Invisalign Teen includes small compliance indicators that gradually fade with wear, helping confirm that aligners are being worn consistently. We also monitor progress closely at each visit to ensure treatment is tracking as planned. If we see anything off, we address it early and guide both teens and parents on how to stay on track—so results remain predictable and on schedule.
Yes. Aligners can be removed for sports, meals, and activities like playing instruments, so there are no dietary restrictions or day-to-day limitations. Because there are no brackets or wires, there is also less risk of irritation during contact or high-energy activities. For certain sports, we may recommend a custom mouthguard to provide additional protection.