Pioneering Better Sleep & Smiles Since 1967
For over 50 years, we've been transforming children's health through innovative dental solutions. Kidlet was born from a simple yet powerful observation: straight teeth and proper breathing go hand in hand in supporting your child's healthy development.
THE PIONEER BEHIND KIDLET®
Meet Our Expert
Dr. Earl Bergersen, our founder and Chief Clinical Officer, revolutionized orthodontics in 1967 when he created the first braceless system for straightening teeth. As a board-certified orthodontist and professor at Northwestern University for 25 years, Dr. Bergersen discovered that by guiding teeth into their natural positions early in childhood, both dental alignment and breathing issues could be addressed at the same time.
What began as HealthyStart®, a breakthrough in children’s dental and airway health, has now expanded into the Kidlet Care System. Built on the same foundation of innovation and research, Kidlet is making this care more accessible than ever before by bringing tele-dentistry directly to families. Together, we’ve already helped over 5 million children worldwide achieve straighter teeth and better breathing—all while they sleep.
“We believe every child deserves the chance to reach their full potential through better breathing, better sleep, and a confident smile. Our mission is to make effective, comfortable, and affordable treatment accessible to families everywhere.”
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As the creator of the first braceless orthodontics and a pioneer in breathing and airway health, Dr. Earl Bergersen, DDS, MSD has dedicated more than 50 years to researching child growth and development. His groundbreaking work began in 1967 when he founded Ortho-Tain®, the company behind Kidlet®, whose patented appliances have successfully treated more than 5 million patients globally. After receiving his dental degrees at Northwestern University, Dr. Bergersen went on to teach there for 25 years, sharing his expertise with the next generation of dental professionals. His influence extends worldwide through his extensive lectures and research, and today, most invisible aligners and removable braces draw from his research and FDA clearances. This wealth of experience and innovation is now accessible to families through the Kidlet® system, offering children the best possible start for their oral development and overall health.
The Kidlet Difference: Why Parents Choose Us
The Kidlet system is the original, most-researched comprehensive solution addressing teeth, breathing, and development together trusted by millions of families.
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Comprehensive Treatment
Addresses both dental alignment AND underlying breathing issues
Treats the root cause, not just symptoms
Promotes proper jaw development and airway function
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Convenient & Comfortable
Worn primarily during sleep
No daytime wear required in most cases
More comfortable than traditional braces
Built-in myofunctional therapy - over 500 exercises completed naturally during sleep
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Long-Lasting Results
Guides permanent teeth into proper position as they grow
Natural development prevents relapse
No lifetime retainer needed
Creates permanent improvements in breathing and sleep
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Proven Excellence
Over 5 million children successfully treated
50+ years of research and development
Created by orthodontic experts
FDA-cleared medical-grade materials
Kidlet provides the most comprehensive and minimally invasive treatment to help straighten kids teeth, and has done so for over 50 years. Common alternatives can be painful for your child, create eating challenges, and cause irritation in the mouth.
Kidlet® Leads the Way
Kidlet Care System
Naturally expands arches
Worn only at night
Provides internal myofunctional therapy
Guides teeth naturally
Supported by decades of research
Developed by the original pioneer in orthodontic intervention
No monthly adjustments required
Focuses on 3D craniofacial growth
and development
Palate Expander
Requires mechanical expansion
No integrated tongue or
breathing therapyFocuses only on expansion, without addressing habits
Requires manual adjustment
Regular Orthodontic appointments are required
Other
Guards
Often requires additional
daytime wearNo built-in therapy
Does not have early eruption device for incoming
permanent teethnot supported by research studies on promoted growth.