Invisalign & Clear Aligners
Straighten your smile discreetly with clear aligner treatment designed to gradually improve tooth alignment while fitting comfortably into your everyday lifestyle.
A Clear Approach to a Straighter Smile
Discreet Clear Aligners for a Confident Smile
Invisalign and clear aligners provide a discreet way to straighten teeth using a series of customized, removable trays. Each set of aligners gently guides your teeth toward their planned positions without the appearance of traditional metal braces.
At Maxwell Dental, we carefully evaluate your teeth, bite, and alignment before developing a personalized treatment plan. Clear aligners can address a variety of suitable orthodontic concerns while allowing you to remove the trays for eating, brushing, and flossing.
Benefits of Invisalign & Clear Aligners
Nearly Invisible
Clear aligners are designed to be discreet, allowing you to straighten your teeth without prominent brackets and wires.
Removable Design
Aligners can be removed for eating, drinking, brushing, and flossing, making them convenient for everyday routines.
Customized for Your Smile
Each series of aligners is planned specifically around your current tooth positions, bite, and desired treatment outcome.
Comfortable Fit
The smooth aligner material is designed to fit closely over your teeth without traditional metal brackets or wires.
Easier Oral Hygiene
Because the aligners are removable, you can continue brushing and flossing your teeth normally throughout treatment
Gradual Smile Improvement
Each aligner applies controlled forces to gradually move your teeth according to your personalized treatment plan.
What Can Clear Aligners Help Improve?
Clear aligner treatment can address several common alignment and spacing concerns in suitable patients. A dental assessment helps determine whether this treatment is appropriate for your smile.
- Crowded or overlapping teeth
- Gaps and spaces between teeth
- Certain overbite concerns
- Certain underbite concerns
- Some crossbite concerns
- Mild to moderate alignment issues
What Happens During Clear Aligner Treatment?
01
Consultation & Smile Assessment
We examine your teeth, gums, bite, and alignment and discuss what you would like to improve about your smile.
02
Digital Scan & Treatment Planning
Detailed digital scans are taken to create an accurate representation of your teeth and develop your personalized aligner treatment plan.
03
Your Custom Aligners
A customized series of clear aligners is created to gradually guide your teeth toward their planned positions.
04
Wear & Progress
You'll wear each set of aligners according to the recommended schedule and change to the next set as directed by your dental team.
05
Progress Checks & Retention
Regular appointments allow us to monitor your progress. Once treatment is complete, a retainer may be recommended to help maintain your new tooth positions.
Straighten Your Smile with Confidence
Clear aligners make it possible for many patients to improve tooth alignment without traditional metal braces. With personalized planning, discreet trays, and professional monitoring, you can work toward a straighter smile while maintaining your everyday routine.
- Discreet orthodontic treatment
- Removable clear aligners
- Customized treatment planning
- Convenient everyday care
- Professionally monitored progress
Frequently Asked
Questions
What are Invisalign and clear aligners?
Clear aligners are removable orthodontic trays designed to gradually move teeth into planned positions. Invisalign is one brand of clear aligner treatment. Your dentist can determine which available treatment option is appropriate for your needs.
Am I a candidate for clear aligners?
Clear aligners may be suitable for many patients with crowding, spacing, and certain bite or alignment concerns. A comprehensive dental and orthodontic assessment is required to determine whether they are appropriate for your case.
How many hours a day should I wear my aligners?
Clear aligners generally need to be worn for most of the day and night, removing them mainly for eating, drinking anything other than water, brushing, and flossing. Follow the specific wear schedule provided by your dental team.
How long does clear aligner treatment take?
Treatment time varies depending on the complexity of tooth movement and your individual treatment plan. Your dentist can provide a more accurate estimated timeline after assessing your teeth and bite.
Can I eat normally with clear aligners?
Yes. Because the aligners are removable, you can take them out while eating. Teeth should be cleaned before replacing the aligners to help maintain good oral hygiene throughout treatment.