Invisalign® First & FREE iTero™ Digital Scanning

A Kid-Friendly Way to Help Growing Smiles Stay on Track

At Little Smiles Pediatric Dentistry, we believe early orthodontic care should feel simple, encouraging, and comfortable for kids — and clear for parents. With Invisalign® First and FREE iTero™ digital scanning technology, our team can evaluate your child’s developing smile, create precise digital images, and help determine whether clear aligner treatment may be a good fit.

No goopy impressions. No scary process. Just a modern, kid-friendly way to help guide growing smiles.

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Pediatric dental care designed around comfort, confidence, and healthy habits.

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Small Smiles Change Fast

Children’s teeth and jaws are constantly growing. Even while baby teeth are still present, early evaluation can help identify crowding, spacing, bite issues, or narrow dental arches before they become more complicated.

Room for Adult Teeth

Early treatment can help create space as permanent teeth begin to come in.

Bite & Alignment Support

Clear aligners may help guide developing teeth and arches into a healthier position.

Confidence From the Start

A smoother early experience can help kids feel better about dental visits and their smiles.

Clear Aligners Made for Growing Kids

Invisalign First is a clear aligner option created specifically for children with growing smiles. Unlike adult Invisalign treatment, Invisalign First is designed around mixed dentition — the stage when kids have a combination of baby teeth and permanent teeth.

For many families, the biggest benefits are simple: the aligners are removable, easier to keep clean, and do not involve brackets or wires that can poke or rub.

Benefits for Kids & Parents

  • Clear, removable aligners
  • Easier brushing and flossing compared with fixed brackets
  • No metal wires or brackets
  • Custom-made for your child’s smile
  • Designed for growing mouths
  • Often helpful for crowding, spacing, and arch development

No Goopy Impressions? Kids Like the Sound of That.

The iTero digital scanner lets our team capture a detailed 3D image of your child’s teeth and bite — without the uncomfortable tray of impression material that many kids dislike.

FREE Fast Digital Scans

A small scanning wand captures your child’s teeth and bite digitally.

More Comfortable for Kids

No messy impression trays. No waiting with goop in their mouth.

Helpful Visuals for Parents

Digital images make it easier to understand what is happening with your child’s smile.

Connected to Invisalign Planning

iTero scans can be used as part of the Invisalign workflow for custom aligner treatment.

Designed to Feel Less Intimidating

At Little Smiles, comfort is part of the care. Our office is designed to help children feel at home, and our team focuses on helping kids feel relaxed during their visits.

That matters with orthodontic care, too. When kids understand what is happening — and when the process feels easy — they are more likely to feel confident and involved.

What Your Child Can Expect

  1. We take a look
    Our team checks your child’s teeth, bite, and smile development.
  2. We scan their smile
    The iTero scanner creates a 3D digital model — no goopy impressions needed.
  3. We talk through options
    We explain what we see and whether Invisalign First or another option may be appropriate.
  4. We help you plan next steps
    If treatment is recommended, we’ll walk you through timing, expectations, and care.

Could Invisalign First Be Right for Your Child?

Every child is different, so the best way to know is with an evaluation. Invisalign First may be considered for children with:

  • Crowding
  • Spacing
  • Narrow arches
  • Bite concerns
  • Teeth coming in out of position
  • Early orthodontic development needs

Parent-Friendly Note

Not every child needs early orthodontic treatment. Sometimes the best plan is simply to monitor growth. Our goal is to give parents clear information so you can make the right decision for your child.

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Invisalign aligners treat various dental misalignments

Invisalign First vs. Traditional Braces

Invisalign First Traditional Braces
Clear aligners Metal brackets and wires
Removable for meals and brushing Fixed to teeth
No food stuck in brackets Food can get caught around brackets
No poking wires Wires may irritate cheeks or lips
Requires consistent wear Always working because braces stay on

The right option depends on your child’s teeth, bite, growth, and ability to wear aligners as directed.

Parent FAQ

Invisalign First is commonly designed for children ages 6 to 10 who are in the mixed dentition stage, meaning they have both baby teeth and permanent teeth.

Yes. One benefit of removable aligners is that kids can take them out to brush and floss, which can make oral hygiene easier than working around brackets and wires.

Possibly. Phase 1 treatment is often focused on guiding early growth and development. Some children may still need Phase 2 orthodontic treatment when more permanent teeth come in.

Most kids tolerate it well. Instead of using a tray full of impression material, the scanner captures a digital image of the teeth and bite.

Little Smiles has locations in Post Falls and Hayden, ID. Please contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling for Invisalign First and iTero digital scanning.

Ready to See What’s Possible for Your Child’s Smile?

Whether your child is ready for treatment now or simply needs an early orthodontic evaluation, Little Smiles Pediatric Dentistry is here to help make the process easy, comfortable, and kid-friendly.

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Healthy smiles start with a positive experience.