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Invisalign®

Straighten your teeth discreetly with clear, removable aligners, no metal brackets or wires.

What it is

Clear aligners, not braces

Invisalign uses a series of clear, custom-made aligners that gently move your teeth into place. They’re nearly invisible, removable for eating and brushing, and swapped for the next set every week or two as your smile progresses.

It’s a great fit for crowding, gaps, and many mild-to-moderate bite issues, for teens and adults alike.

Why patients love it

The benefits

✓ Nearly invisible, most people won’t notice
✓ Removable, so you eat and brush normally
✓ No wires or brackets to irritate
✓ A 3D preview of your result before you start
✓ Often fewer office visits than braces
The process

How it works

1

Digital scan & preview

A quick 3D scan maps your plan and shows your projected result.

2

Wear your aligners

Wear them 20–22 hours a day, moving to a new set every 1–2 weeks.

3

Reveal & retain

When you’re done, a retainer keeps your new smile in place.

What it looks like

Clear, custom, barely there

A smooth, transparent tray that fits snugly over your teeth, most people won’t notice you’re wearing it.

Invisalign clear aligner

Clear aligners, planned with a preview first

Invisalign straightens teeth using a series of clear, removable trays instead of brackets and wires. People usually pick it for two reasons: they can take the trays out to eat and brush, and it is far less noticeable than braces at work or in photos.

We begin with a digital scan rather than a mouthful of putty, and you can see a preview of how your teeth are expected to move before you commit to anything. How long treatment takes depends on how much movement you need, and we go over that up front along with the cost and what your insurance or our financing will cover.

Questions

Frequently asked

How long does Invisalign take?+

Most cases run about 6–18 months, depending on how much movement is needed.

Does it hurt?+

You may feel light pressure for a day or two with each new set, a sign it’s working.

How much does it cost, and is it covered?+

Cost depends on your case. Many plans include orthodontic benefits, and we offer interest-free financing.

How many hours a day do I wear them?+

For the best results, 20–22 hours a day, remove them only to eat, drink anything but water, and brush.

Invisalign or braces, which is better?+

Invisalign is discreet and removable and handles most cases well; very complex bites may still do better with braces. We’ll tell you honestly what fits yours.

Can I eat and drink normally with Invisalign?

You take the trays out to eat, and to drink anything other than water, then brush and put them back in. That means no food restrictions, which is a real advantage over braces.

Do I need a retainer after Invisalign?

Yes. You wear a retainer to hold the result, usually at night. Teeth tend to drift over time without one, so the retainer is what keeps your new smile in place.

Ready when you are

New patients welcome, emergencies seen promptly, and PPO insurance accepted.

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