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Invisalign® First - Clear Aligners For Kids

Invisalign® First

Unlock your child’s brightest smile with Invisalign® First, a tailor-made treatment for children aged 6 to 10. Our advanced, transparent, and removable Invisalign® First aligners help to gradually realign the teeth and jaws, promoting the expansion of your child’s dental arch and creating ample room for new teeth. By identifying potential orthodontic issues at this crucial developmental stage, we help ensure the future health of your child’s smile and reduce the duration and cost of any future treatments. With a focus on comfort, simplicity, and broad applicability, Invisalign® First is a truly innovative solution to many teeth straightening issues. Invest in proactive dental care today and pave the way for a lifetime of confident smiles.

What Clients Are Saying About OptiSmile

Bonny B.
Bonny B.
The best everything, from making your first appointment right through to aftercare for your procedure. Highly recommend.
Bonnie L.
Bonnie L.
OptiSmile is absolutely amazing! Professional, friendly, and incredibly skilled—they truly offer the full package. The team makes you feel welcome and comfortable from the moment you walk in. Their attention to detail and genuine care set them apart. Highly recommend for anyone looking for exceptional dental care!
Dominique L.
Dominique L.
10 star service at OptiSmile! Can highly recommend 😊 Dr Harris is the best!
Charity H.
Charity H.
I highly recommend OptiSmile .The service received from the reception , communication to dentistry and everything is amazing.We had a very pleasant experience with Dr Ruana and her staff.My 7 year old daughter was very anxious about the appointment but Dr Ruana was very patient with her.Thanks to Lauren for spending a lot of time with my daughter trying to calm her down and thank you for the special gift.Thank you OptiSmile.
Ray W.
Ray W.
One of the best dental practices I’ve ever visited! The staff are incredibly friendly and professional, and the practice is equipped with the latest technology. The stunning sea views is a bonus. Would highly recommend.
Matt S.
Matt S.
For the first time in my life I have a smile to be proud of!Working with OptiSmile over the past 7 months has been nothing short of incredible. The entire team is warm, welcoming and they take the time to make sure the plan they create is suited to your goals. In just 7 months I have gone from having chipped, yellow and misaligned teeth to a clean white smile!A special thank you to both Dr Harris and Dr Cara. Dr Harris was responsible for getting my teeth into the correct positions and Dr Cara is an artist for what she has done to create my smile! I will be eternally grateful to both, and the entire team for what they have achieved.If you are looking for a highly skilled and passionate team to help you get the smile you've always wanted, OptiSmile is the way to go.
Keegan W.
Keegan W.
Such a great place! Everyone that works there makes it such a pleasant experience! Dr Keira & Dr Clifford are geniuses and so professional in every aspect of what they do! Definitely the best place to go if you need any work done on your teeth! 🙂
Chantelle S.
CHANTELLE S.
Thank you from the bottom of our heartsFor giving Xander such a beutifull smile.Today was his matricball and he was smiling like a celebrity.
Brent B.
Brent B.
OptiSmile offers a professional and modern environment with exceptional service from Melany and the team. The results from the in-chair tooth whitening were fantastic, and the friendly service combined with great value for money made for a wonderful experience. Highly recommend!
Scott C.
Scott C.
Ruan and assistant Busi are a caring an competent team.Thank you for everything you did to restore my smile.
Gilles C.
Gilles C.
I have a dentist phobia and always avoid it at all cost, fortunately for me Dr Keira T. was extremely helpful and gentle! I went for Teeth cleaning and whitening and the results were instant which was a very nice surprise. Very professional and I would totally recommend the place. My go to dentist from now on.
Luc R.
Luc R.
The best. All that needs to be said. Kindest, most professional, caring, most fun.
Nataliia K.
Nataliia K.
Great service and very professional doctors. Highly recommend!
Andreya J.
Andreya J.
Dr. Clifford and his extended team are true masters. They lead an exceptional state of the art practice with passion and utmost dedication to their clients. I have had some extensive work done by Dr. Clifford, where he did a collaboration with my dentist from the United States, he went above and beyond to repair a very tricky situation and I could not be happier. There is no other dental practice that I would recommend with such confidence. Thank you to Dr. Clifford and everyone at Optismile for your impeccable care.
Mark N.
Mark N.
Would definitely recommend. Extremely helpful and professional.
Samantha M.
Samantha M.
I have walked a long journey with Dr Cara and she has been a rockstar: kind, patient, understanding and accommodating of someone who has dental anxiety and just so thoughtful in her interactions with me and working through identifying the need for a root canal and finalising it all with an inlay/crown.I appreciate your patience Dr Cara, and the super high tech equipment you used to get me my night guard ASAP and diagnosing my TMD and sending me to a specialist physio (instead of pulling out my tooth like I was insisting on 😂) and getting me to smile at the end of a dental appointment - not my usual vibe believe me. Thanks to everyone at @optismile I’ll see you guys in 6 months for a check up ❤️ love, @sammikoalareads
Fiona M.
Fiona M.
My invisalign experience with Optismile was amazing! Fantastic results! Best 50th birthday present to myself! 😁5 star experience from 1st appointment until my last. Professional caring staff made for a great overall experience.Dr Harris Smeyatsky is the best!
Tiphaine G.
Tiphaine G.
Dr Keira is one of the best dentist I have ever had. I came in July with my partner and we had the best treatment. She is passionate, professional and really takes the time to explain you what she does and how to improve your teeth and gum. The whole team is very friendly and professional, you can also hear nice music and have a view on the ocean while you are having your appointment!I had to come back a month later for a small emergency, Dr Keira made space right away, helped me sort it out and did not let me pay. I really recommand you to go there if you are looking for Dentistry. I come from France and I can tell you this is really really a next level experience!
Katie F.
Katie F.
Dr Keira Tularam was excellent, very patient with me as a nervous patient, gentle and kind, I’d highly recommend her.
Sharon M.
Sharon M.
Dr Clifford Yudelman makes going to the dentist almost fun😄 Great conversation & music throughout the session. My treatments have been pain free and Optismile offers an impressive level of in house technology. Everyone from reception to dental assistants to dentists is professional and friendly.
Sharron B.
Sharron B.
Red carpet VIP treatment and Excellent Consultation from Beginning to End, Thank You👌
Shiraan F.
Shiraan F.
Dr Clifford is a legend. They do great work and if you are not happy Dr Clifford will assit until you are 100% happy and give them this 5 star rating.
Luke D.
Luke D.
Dr Harris and Dr Cara are both phenomenal. I was told by other dentists I had to have an operation to correct my underbite. With their experience and Invisalign it was quick, painless and overall a very pleasant experience. If you want the very best dental care, Optismile is the place. Thank you Dr Harris and Dr Cara! 🙂
Andre N.
Andre N.
Very friendly and thorough. Makes a dentist appointment very enjoyable
Neve I.
Neve I.
Very good!
Jade H.
Jade H.
The Optismile establishment as a whole is very impressive. So much care is taken to cater for the comfort of patients, from a beverage to a blanket, not forgetting the decent, genuine conversation that comes from the staff. Personally, Dr Yudelman ensured my dental emergency was handled swiftly, and to the utmost degree of efficiency, without even knowing me. I was reassured from the moment I sat in the chair.As I do not stay in The Western Cape full time, it was a concern that I might not find a professional who could understand my previous difficulties/history and thoughtfully make informed decisions for the steps to follow. He was kind and described the procedures, so I could understand what exactly would result from my appointment. No less, he helped me on very short notice, even staying after hours to ensure I received the help I needed.Thank you Dr Yudelman and Optismile for offering a service that is worth every minute and penny.
Kelly F.
Kelly F.
I went to OptiSmile initially to get a broken tooth fixed, and find out more about Invisalign. I was experiencing jaw pain and had been told I could expect more chipping and breaking of my molars unless I addressed the root cause of crooked bottom teeth in particular. I ended up spending seven months with Louis, Harris, Clifford and their assistants, who worked out a complete dental plan for me and then repaired and straightened my teeth but also so much more. And Verona, who checked in with me at every appointment. It's the most relaxed yet professional and adept dental practice I've been to, with the latest technology and dental advancements. I no longer worry about teeth breaking and my jaw pain is gone. Louis and Clifford were also happy to work without anaesthetic when I said I'd prefer not to have it. Everyone in the practice is down to earth and friendly, and it creates a welcoming environment where you feel you're in safe hands. I'm confident now that my teeth are strong and fit for purpose for years to come. Thanks to all of you for such a comfortable and seamless experience.
Lyndon B.
Lyndon B.
OptiSmile, Dr Louis, Clifford & the amazing dental assistants saved my smile.This is the best dentist in the world in my opinion after visiting veneer specialist dental clinics around the world and having a rough 2 year journey of trying to re-correct my original veneer work which I had done in the UK, Dr Louis, Clifford and OptiSmile saved me and have changed my life especially my mental health.I came to Optismile originally just for them to stick back on my veneer which had been falling off for the last two years, I really was hopeless and Clifford offered me a treatment plan which would re-correct the full veneer work with even more veneers included and also fix my bite which I had struggled with intense pain and regular headaches with.I ended up going for it, I trusted my instincts as not only you can see how professional they are but also friendly and the clinic is very modern with the latest technology.I had a full makeover and life changing smile all within 3 months, not to mention a very reasonable price for the highest quality.Dr Louis was in charge of my treatment and he allowed me to WhatsApp him with any concerns throughout, he’s become a good friend and I am so grateful.Thank you to everyone at Optismile, everyone on reception who are friendly, the dentists who are clear professionals, the assistants who are kind and gentle and everyone who made this journey so easy for me.Best,Lyndon.
Seán H.
Seán H.
Excellent experience as usual! I had an overlay replaced, it was placed and fitted with machine-like precision. And the whole procedure was very comfortable. Thank you Clifford definitely the best dentist in Cape Town.
Peter M.
Peter M.
I had the pleasure of being treated by the world class dentists at Optismile, and I couldn't be happier with the results. Dr. Cara did a fantastic job adding bridges, and Dr. Steyn was amazing with the implants. Their expertise and professionalism truly stand out. The entire experience was seamless, and they made sure I was comfortable every step of the way. Thanks to their excellent work, I now have a smile I'm proud of. Highly recommend these talented dentists to anyone in need of dental care!
Kate L.
kate L.
Dr Cara is so professional, she took me through the process step-by-step. The end result is so rewarding.
Maxine B.
Maxine B.
Truly the best in the business. The Optismile team was always so professional and so kind. We felt welcome at every visit and their support on this journey has been incredible. Thank you SO much! 🙂
Victor C
Victor C
Had an incredible experience with this clinic, from start to finish I was taken care of extremely well. The dentists are very knowledgeable and will only recommend and give you what you need. If you’re looking for a top-tier clinic, I wouldn’t look any further!
Bella B.
Bella B.
Best dentistry place ever. Harris Smeyatsky is an amazing orthodontist and Cara Loubscher performed a piece of art on my front teeth using composite bonding. Looks completely natural!And on top of it the entire staff is always going the extra mile. I can highly recommend Optismile!
Nastassja M.
Nastassja M.
Went to Optismile a few months ago to have my tooth fixed by Dr Shaa (which I will highly recommend) not only did he just fix my tooth but he explained in depth what exactly it is that needs to be done, he also explained every step of the way which brought me alot of comfort as my last experience by a dentist was not so pleasant.Not only did he fix a tooth but he also gave back my confidence in my smile as I had a tiny chip on my front tooth that he al fixed (which looks super natural)I flet no pain or any difficulty after my appointment, I am definitely going back to optismile to Dr Shaa.
Christopher B.
Christopher B.
Very professional, warm and accommodating. I would recommend to anyone
Sharene Van V.
Sharene Van V.
This might be a longer read than the usual review but this is the one that should matter most. Where to start... years and years of hiding my smile behind my hands or my hair (23 years)...and then we got a job on a remote island in Fiji half way around the world. Being in the hospitality industry and engaging with so many guests just made that a bit more of an issue. So when we got the job i said i will only take it if after the first year I can fix my teeth. So i googled and thanks to my miss spelling Optismile popped up. Due to the time difference between SA and Fiji we struggled to find a time that would work...and this is where it started. Dr Clifford moved things and made a time to do a video call interview and from the moment speaking to him I knew this was where I wanted to have my teeth done...but then the time we had available in SA was extremely short for the preparation leading up to my new vaneers but even that would not stop Dr Clifford from giving me a new outlook and a new smile. We flew half way around the world...drove from Yzerfontein to Seapoint for each of my appointments and the day before returning to Fiji I had my beautiful new pearlies...and some extra goodies to ensure that I am able to keep them pearly till our next return. In the chair his assistant was amazing knowing with each movement of my tongue where I needed suction and Dr Clifford was just the most caring soft handed Dentist ever. I am truly grateful to him and his team and there is only 1 choice to make if you need dentistry and that is Optismile. Nothing was impossible for Dr Clifford. Thank you for giving me a new smile I am finally whole.
Brandon K.
Brandon K.
Fantastic rooms, amazing dentist and dental assitant, world class service. 11 out of 10 💫
Caroline G.
Caroline G.
I started treatment here with the best mouth survey I’ve ever had with Cara using the latest high tech equipment and was given a clear dental plan.I was personally very encouraged with the health summary for my gums and teeth as I’m 61 and as an adolescent in the 70’s had 4 double teeth pulled and the whole UK train tracks of amalgam in most double teeth by the end of my teens, several ‘on trend’ root canals in the 1980’s which wasn’t the best start for strong teeth in older age. I spent the 1990’s slowly having amalgam out and gold or porcelain or composite fillings put in.I’ve seen a lot of dentists over the years and am only writing all this to encourage you if you are nervous or know you need some work.At Optismile I had the most gentle drilling I have ever had on an old large filling that needed replacing.It was superb work. Even the anesthetic was just what was needed and wore off gently and quickly.Highly recommended. Great value.
Tom D.
Tom D.
Brought my three daughters here (8,6,4) and we had a great experience all around. Highly recommend!
Bram L.
Bram L.
My experience with OptiSmile was great. I managed to get an appointment very quickly for my tooth ache and the support over phone in preparation of the appointment was much welcome and appreciated. Dr Clifford is very friendly and helped me out efficiently without having to go through unnecessary screens and test.
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What Is Invisalign® First?

Invisalign® First is a specialised Invisalign® treatment tailored for children between 6 and 10. It utilises a series of sleek, transparent, and removable plastic aligners, which progressively adjust the alignment of the teeth and jaws. Invisalign® First is instrumental in encouraging the expansion of your child’s dental arch, facilitating additional space for incoming teeth.

The treatment begins with an initial consultation, with digital scans of your child’s smile. The digital scans help create custom-made Invisalign® aligners, ensuring they are a perfect fit and provide the utmost comfort for your child. 

How can early orthodontic treatment help my child?

Identifying potential orthodontic issues whilst your child’s teeth are in the developmental stage can substantially diminish the duration and expense of future treatments. Certain warning signs may suggest that your child could benefit from early orthodontic treatment. These signs include:

  1. premature or delayed loss of milk teeth
  2. difficulties when chewing
  3. continuation of thumb-sucking past the age of five
  4. speech difficulties
  5. protruding teeth
  6. misalignment of teeth
  7. overcrowded teeth

Remember, prevention is indeed better than cure! If your child exhibits any of the above signs, it is crucial to have their teeth evaluated. But even more beneficial is proactive management, which involves taking your child to a specialist when they turn six. 

How Does Invisalign® First Work?

Invisalign® First is an excellent method to achieve desirable results in Phase 1 treatment. The primary aim of this phase is to guide the development of young jaws and arches, creating ample space for existing teeth and accommodating future permanent teeth. Critical features of Invisalign® First aligners include:

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Broad applicability: These aligners address many teeth straightening issues in growing children. These problems can range from simple to complex, including issues like overcrowding of teeth, spacing irregularities, and narrow dental arches.

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Ease of maintenance: Given their removable nature, Invisalign® First aligners simplify the oral hygiene process. This feature is especially beneficial for growing children, making it easier for them to brush and floss.

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Comfort-oriented design: The design of Invisalign® First aligners is centred on comfort, effectively eliminating the discomfort traditionally associated with braces. Children using these aligners need not worry about the rubbing brackets or wires poking into their gums.

Why You Should Use OptiSmile

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State-of-the-Art Dentistry

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Smiles Built to Endure

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Relaxing and Worry-Free Appointments

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Pre-emptive Care for Your Teeth

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Gentle Care, Customised for You

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Transparent and Flexible Payment Options

Invisalign® First FAQs

Take a look at our most common questions about Invisalign® First. If you have further queries, please reach out to us for help.
Invisalign® First is a preferred option for aligning your children’s teeth, as it entails fewer visits to the dentist. Traditional braces require recurrent dental appointments due to adjustments to the wires. Invisalign® First allows for a flexible treatment schedule, reducing time spent in the dental chair.

Promoting the use of Invisalign® First to your child can involve a few strategies:

  • Education: Help your child understand the benefits of wearing Invisalign® First. Explain how it will help improve their smile and the health of their teeth. Use simple language and make it engaging by using visuals or videos if available.
  • Routine: Make wearing the aligners part of their daily routine. Just as they brush their teeth daily, wearing the aligners should be a regular part of their day.
  • Rewards: Establish a rewards system for compliance. When your child wears their Invisalign® First consistently, reward them with small incentives. It could be an extra half-hour of TV time, a special treat, or a trip to their favourite park or activity.
  • Role Models: If known figures or celebrities have used Invisalign®, share their stories with your child. Seeing someone they look up to having gone through the same process can be encouraging. You can tell them that even Bryan Habana uses Invisalign®!
  • Progress: Regularly show them their progress. Children often get excited when they see changes and improvements, which can motivate them to wear their aligners regularly.
  • Positive Reinforcement: Give them compliments on how good they look with their aligners and praise them for being responsible and caring for their teeth. Positive reinforcement can be very effective in promoting the desired behaviour.
  • Involvement: Involve them in the process. Let them feel like they’re a part of the decision-making process, whether during the consultation, fitting or check-up appointments.

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