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For teenagers in the Boerne area, the question is rarely whether to straighten their teeth. It is how to do it without braces derailing the high school years they actually want to remember. Metal brackets during homecoming photos, wires catching on mouthguards, constant food restrictions, and the self-consciousness building slowly over months of treatment: these are real concerns real families weigh. The good news is clear aligner technology has advanced far enough to address complex teen orthodontic needs without any of that.
At Wellness Pediatric Dentistry & Airway, Dr. Christi Wengler offers Invisalign Teen for adolescent patients near Boerne as part of a comprehensive, whole-child approach to orthodontic care. As a Board Certified Diplomate and Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, Dr. Wengler brings a depth of training going well beyond teeth alignment. She evaluates airway health, jaw development, and the connection between oral structure and overall wellness as part of every orthodontic consultation. Families seeking a pediatric dentist near Boerne who treats the whole child, not just the crowding, will find Wellness Pediatric Dentistry was built for exactly this kind of care.
Invisalign Teen is not simply a smaller version of the adult system. It was designed specifically to accommodate the biological realities of adolescent dentition, including teeth still erupting, jaws still growing, and compliance patterns differing from adult patients. Three features in particular make it the right fit for teenage orthodontic patients.
Eruption tabs are built into the aligners to hold space open for teeth not yet fully come in. This means treatment does not have to wait until every permanent tooth has erupted, a significant advantage for teens who are ready to begin now. Compliance indicators are small blue dots on the aligners fading with wear, giving parents and Dr. Wengler an accurate picture of how consistently the aligners are being used without relying on self-reporting. Replacement aligners are also included in the system to account for the occasional lost or damaged tray, which is a practical reality of teen life the system was designed around from the start.
Many parents assume clear aligners are only for minor crowding. In practice, Invisalign Teen can address a broad range of orthodontic issues. At Wellness Pediatric Dentistry & Airway, Dr. Wengler evaluates each patient individually to determine whether Invisalign Teen is the right fit for their specific case. Conditions commonly addressed with Invisalign Teen include crowding, spacing, overbite, crossbite, and open bite, cases where teeth or arches are not aligning as they should during this critical growth window.
Not every case is best served by clear aligners, and Dr. Wengler aims to always give families an honest evaluation of the full range of options. For some patients, combining Invisalign Teen with a palate expander creates the conditions needed for the best possible outcome. The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry affirms early diagnosis and successful treatment of developing malocclusions can provide both short-term and long-term benefits for growing patients.
At Wellness Pediatric Dentistry & Airway, orthodontic treatment is never evaluated in isolation. Dr. Wengler approaches teen orthodontics through the lens of airway-focused orthodontics, recognizing jaw width, palate shape, and tooth position all play a role in how well a teenager breathes, sleeps, and develops. A narrow arch causing crowding may also be contributing to mouth breathing, disrupted sleep, or reduced nasal airflow, and treating only the cosmetic component while ignoring the airway is not the standard at this practice.
Dr. Wengler’s training through Airway Health Solutions, combined with her background in Nutritional Sciences and her years of experience in pediatric dentistry, positions her to evaluate each teen’s orthodontic needs with broader context in mind. For teens in the Kendall County area, having access to a provider who connects those dots is genuinely rare, and it is one of the core reasons families make the trip to Wellness Pediatric Dentistry & Airway from across the region.
Experience the difference that holistic pediatric care can make for your child. Our comprehensive approach combines gentle techniques with transparent communication to create positive dental experiences that last a lifetime. We’re here to partner with you in supporting your child’s overall health and development through expert oral care.
With airway-focused orthodontics, we offer the choices and expertise your family deserves. Schedule your consultation today and discover how our unique approach can benefit your child’s health and wellness journey.
The consultation process at Wellness Pediatric Dentistry & Airway begins with a thorough evaluation of your teenager’s teeth, bite, jaw development, and airway. Rather than traditional physical impressions, Dr. Wengler uses digital scans to capture a precise image of your teen’s dentition, a faster, more comfortable process producing more accurate results. From there, a custom treatment plan is built using ClinCheck technology, mapping out the full sequence of tooth movement so both families and patients can see the projected outcome before a single aligner is placed.
Aligners are typically worn for 20 to 22 hours per day, removed only for eating, drinking anything other than water, and brushing. Most teens adapt to the schedule quickly, and the removability is one of the features making the system genuinely compatible with high school life. Sports, band, theater, school photos: none of these require special accommodations or cause treatment setbacks the way traditional braces often do. Throughout the process, Dr. Wengler and her team stay closely involved, monitoring progress and ensuring each stage is moving as planned. Families can also explore the full range of Invisalign Teen options available at the practice to find the right fit for their teenager’s needs.
Dr. Christi Wengler is a Board Certified Diplomate and Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, a Diplomat of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry, and a member of the International Academy of Biological Dentistry and Medicine. Her 11 years of service in the United States Air Force, including four years stationed in Germany where she pursued advanced airway and tongue-tie training, gave her a clinical depth informing every evaluation she conducts today. Membership plans and financing through CareCredit and Cherry make orthodontic care more accessible for families across Kendall County.
If your teenager is ready for a straighter smile not slowing down their life, we invite you to meet Dr. Wengler and experience what whole-child orthodontic care looks like. Use our contact form to schedule your teenager’s Invisalign Teen consultation at Wellness Pediatric Dentistry & Airway today.
When you bring your child to Wellness Pediatric Dentistry & Airway, they’ll be cared for by a board-certified pediatric dentist who believes parents deserve to know exactly what materials and methods are being used in their child’s care.
Dr. Christi Wengler, DDS, is the founder of Wellness Pediatric Dentistry & Airway — San Antonio’s first holistic pediatric dental practice. A San Antonio native and Board Certified Diplomate and Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry. She earned her undergraduate degree in Nutritional Sciences from the University of Texas at Austin and her DDS from the University of Texas Health San Antonio. She is also a United States Air Force veteran, serving 11 years.
Dr. Wengler is a Certified Lactation Counselor since 2019 and Airway Health Solutions certified provider. She brings a unique combination of advanced pediatric expertise, nutritional science knowledge, and airway-focused orthodontic training to every patient. Her goal is to empower parents with choices and provide gentle, transparent care that supports the child’s complete development.
We understand that choosing out-of-network care is a big decision. That’s why we make it easy to understand your benefits and offer multiple ways to keep your child’s holistic dental care affordable — because the quality of materials in your child’s mouth matters.
We accept and submit claims to all PPO dental insurance plans. Our team helps you maximize your out-of-network benefits so your family receives the highest-quality biocompatible materials and personalized care.
We partner with CareCredit to offer flexible monthly payment plans. Break your child’s treatment into manageable payments with low or no interest options — so cost never stands between your child and the care they need.
No insurance? Our in-house membership plan gives your family affordable access to preventive care and discounted treatments — one simple plan, no surprise bills, and no compromise on quality materials.
Questions about coverage or financing? Call us at (210) 352-9028 — we’re happy to walk you through your options.
Parents choose Wellness Pediatric Dentistry & Airway because they want a practice that listens, explains, and puts their child’s whole-body wellness first. Here’s what San Antonio families are saying.
Whether you’re looking for a second opinion, concerned about what materials are being used in your child’s care, or searching for a dentist who treats the whole child — not just their teeth — you’ve found the right place.
At Wellness Pediatric Dentistry & Airway, every treatment option is presented with full transparency about materials and methods. Because parents deserve choices, and children deserve gentle, holistic care that supports their natural development.
The content on this website has been reviewed by Dr. Christi Wengler, DDS, for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional dental advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Treatment outcomes vary based on individual needs. Contact Wellness Pediatric Dentistry & Airway at (210) 352-9028 for personalized care or dental emergencies.
