How It Works

Four steps to your new smile

1. Consultation. We'll assess whether Invisalign is a good fit for your goals and your bite.

2. Digital scan. Our iTero® scanner maps your teeth in 3D and previews your treatment plan before you commit.

3. Custom aligners. Your trays are fabricated from Invisalign's SmartTrack® material and shipped to our office.

4. Steady progress. You'll change aligners on a regular schedule and check in with us roughly every six weeks.

iTero digital scanner screen reading hello, I'm iTero
Why Patients Love It

Built to fit your life, not the other way around

Virtually invisible

Clear trays mean most people won't even notice you're straightening your teeth.

Removable

Take them out to eat, drink, brush, and floss like you always have, no special tools required.

Fewer office visits

Progress checks are typically every six weeks instead of monthly adjustments.

For best results, aligners should be worn 20–22 hours a day. Treats crowding, gaps, crossbites, open bites, overbites, and underbites. Once treatment wraps up, custom Vivera® retainers help hold your results.

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For Teens

Invisalign Teen, built for busy schedules

Invisalign Teen uses the same SmartTrack® material to move teeth up to 50% faster than older methods, with a built-in wear indicator so parents can track how consistently the aligners are being worn.

Every teen's case is treated individually, and no two treatment plans look the same. If wires and brackets end up being a better fit within the first six months, the Invisalign Teen guarantee makes switching easy.

Research shows teens are about twice as likely to report a boost in self-esteem with Invisalign compared to traditional braces, and removable trays mean no interruption to sports, instruments, or snack time.

Investment

What does Invisalign cost?

Cost depends on what you're correcting, how long treatment will take, and the specifics of your plan. We work to make Invisalign affordable, often comparable to a monthly cell phone bill, and offer a free consultation to give you real numbers for your case.

Insurance

If your dental plan includes orthodontic benefits, they may apply toward Invisalign treatment. We're happy to help you check with your provider.

Payment options

We'll walk through financing and payment plans during your consultation so there are no surprises before you commit to treatment.

In Their Words

What our Invisalign patients say

"I am absolutely, positively thrilled. The fact that I was done with it in less than a year says a lot about the process."

– Iona

"I definitely smile a lot more. Even though I'm still in treatment, it has given me more confidence already."

– David

"What I like best about Invisalign is the fact that I can take them out and floss and brush my teeth like normal."

– Breanna

Free Consultation

See if Invisalign is right for you

We'll scan your smile, walk through your options, and give you a real cost estimate, no obligation.