Orthodontics
Clear Aligners in Lakewood, CO
Nearly invisible trays that guide teeth into place quietly, supervised in person by our in-house orthodontist.
Some kids see braces as a rite of passage. Others would rather straighten their smile without the hardware showing up in every school photo. For the second group, Shining Stars Kids Dentistry offers clear aligner treatment right here in Lakewood, CO: nearly invisible trays guided by our in-house orthodontist Dr. Dafne Ellis.
That in-person supervision matters. Aligners delivered by mail leave progress checks to chance; ours are monitored by the same orthodontic eyes that planned them, inside the office where your kid already gets their checkups.
How clear aligners work
A series of custom, transparent trays, each one making small, planned shifts to tooth position. Your child wears each set as directed, swaps to the next on schedule, and checks in with us periodically.
Because the trays come out for eating and brushing, mealtimes stay normal and hygiene stays dramatically easier than life around brackets.
Who makes a good aligner candidate
Two requirements decide success, and only one is dental. First, the case itself needs to match what removable trays can achieve. Second, the wearer needs the consistency to actually wear them. If braces serve your child’s smile better, we will say so directly.
Why aligners
What Families Love About Clear Aligners
Nearly Invisible
Transparent trays that barely show up in school photos or on the field.
Removable for Meals
No food restrictions. Take them out to eat, brush, then pop them back in.
In-Person Supervision
Monitored by the same orthodontic eyes that planned them — not a mail-order check.
FREE Orthodontic Consultation
The free consultation answers everything in one visit: candidacy, cost, and the honest comparison every parent wants before committing.
When treatment finishes, custom retainers protect the result. The consultation sets everything straight \u2014 you leave with a recommendation grounded in proper imaging and a treatment view you can actually compare against alternatives.
Frequently Asked Questions About Clear Aligners
What age is right for clear aligners?
It depends more on maturity than birthdate. A child who will consistently wear the trays as directed is a better candidate than one who will leave them on the cafeteria tray. Dr. Ellis evaluates both the teeth and the kid.
What if my child forgets to wear the trays?
Inconsistent wear slows progress and can compromise results. We coach families on strategies to keep wear on track, and if compliance turns out to be unreliable, we will discuss switching to a fixed option honestly.
Can my child eat normally with aligners?
Yes. Because aligners come out for meals, there are no food restrictions. The only rule: brush before putting them back in so food does not sit against the teeth under the tray.
Are aligners more expensive than braces?
Cost depends on the treatment plan, not the appliance type. We break down pricing at the free consultation so you can compare options with real numbers, not guesses.
Can aligners fix serious bite problems?
Some, yes; others are better served by braces. Dr. Ellis will tell you plainly what aligners can and cannot do for your child’s specific case.
Find Out If Aligners Fit Your Child
The free consultation answers everything in one visit: candidacy, cost, and the honest comparison every parent wants before committing. Schedule yours today.