Dr. Nourian offers metal braces, ceramic braces, and Invisalign for teens, with treatment planned around school, sports and family schedules — and braces as low as $87/month.
ORTHODONTICS BUILT FOR TEEN LIFE
Many teens are good candidates for orthodontic treatment because most permanent teeth have come in and the jaws are often still growing. The right appliance depends on the bite problem being corrected and on your teen's daily life — sports, music, and how reliably they will follow wear instructions.
At Trusted Dental & Orthodontics, Dr. Nourian walks teens and parents through traditional metal braces, discreet ceramic braces, and Invisalign clear aligners, and explains the trade-offs of each. For checkups, cleanings and cavity care, see teen dentistry.
TEEN ORTHODONTIC OPTIONS
Each option has trade-offs. Here is how they compare for school, sports and everyday teen life.
Fixed brackets that work around the clock without your teen needing to remember anything. Teens can pick colored elastics at adjustment visits.
Tooth-colored brackets for teens who want the reliability of fixed braces with a less noticeable look in class and in photos.
Clear aligners that come out for meals, brushing and sports. They work best for teens who will wear them as directed, typically most of the day.
Teens with braces who play contact sports should wear a mouthguard. Dr. Nourian can recommend a type that fits comfortably over braces.
Late-afternoon weekday and Saturday appointments help reduce missed class time. Saturday hours are 9am–3pm.
Retainers help keep teeth from drifting once braces or aligners are done. We show teens how to wear and clean them to help protect their results.
TIPS FOR PARENTS
Treatment usually goes more smoothly when teens keep a few daily habits: wearing aligners or elastics as directed, brushing carefully around brackets, and avoiding hard or sticky foods that can loosen braces. A quick check-in at home can make a real difference.
Dr. Nourian talks directly with teens, not just parents, so they understand why each step matters. Because general dentistry and orthodontics share one office, cleanings and ortho adjustments can often be booked in the same visit.
WHY CHOOSE US
Dr. Nourian involves teens in their treatment decisions and explains each step in plain language — in English, Spanish or Farsi.
USC-trained dentist with a two-year orthodontics residency, guiding teens from the first consultation through retainers.
Braces as low as $87/month, PPO benefit checks, and financing through CareCredit, Sunbit and Cherry for qualified applicants.
Saturday and late-afternoon weekday appointments help teens keep up with classes, practices and activities.
Dental and ortho care share one Los Angeles office, so cleanings and adjustments can often be scheduled in the same visit.
COMMON QUESTIONS
What Los Angeles teens and parents ask most about braces and aligners.
It depends on your teen's bite and how consistently they will wear aligners. Braces stay on all the time, so they don't rely on daily habits, while Invisalign typically needs to be worn about 20–22 hours a day. Dr. Nourian will explain which options suit your teen's case at the free consultation.
Yes. Teens with braces should wear a mouthguard during contact sports to help protect their teeth, lips and brackets. Teens with Invisalign usually remove their aligners for games and practices, then put them back in right afterward.
Check in at random times and watch for aligners that stop fitting snugly, which can be a sign they aren't being worn enough. If wear time is a recurring struggle, Dr. Nourian may discuss whether braces would be a better fit. Bring any concerns to your teen's next visit.
Often, yes. Because general dentistry and orthodontics are coordinated in one office, cleanings and ortho adjustments can be scheduled in the same visit when the schedule allows. Our team can help you plan visits around school hours.
Schedule a free teen orthodontic consultation with Dr. Nourian at Trusted Dental & Orthodontics in Los Angeles. No obligation — just clear guidance for your family.