If you’re looking for a way to straighten your smile discreetly in a shorter time frame, Invisalign may be a good option for you. Invisalign is a clear retainer-style straightener that can be used by both teens and adults. After Dr. Bahadori reviews your smile concerns, you will be scanned with an iTero scanner for proper aligners to customize a treatment plan to correct your teeth misalignment. From there, you will receive a custom-fit aligner and a schedule of how often to wear your aligners. Our practice will follow up with you for regular appointments to check your progress and to provide additional retainers as you progress.

Palatal expansion, a common orthodontic treatment, offers numerous benefits for many young patients and is often the precursor to traditional braces. It helps address overcrowding by widening the upper jaw, creating additional space for proper tooth alignment. This improves aesthetics and enhances facial symmetry, improving your child’s appearance for a lifetime.

Palatal expansion also alleviates breathing difficulties caused by a narrow airway, promoting better airflow and reducing snoring or sleep apnea symptoms. Additionally, it corrects crossbites, reducing the risk of uneven tooth wear and jaw joint problems. This treatment enhances the stability of orthodontic results and creates a more favorable environment for subsequent procedures. Ask Dr. Bahadori if palatal expansion would benefit your child.

Those unfamiliar with Invisalign may be unaware of the extensive benefits that Invisalign can offer. Some of these benefits include:

Flexibility: Invisalign aligners are fully removable, meaning they can be fully cleaned and can allow for a more customized straightening schedule.

Discretion: One of the biggest perks of Invisalign is that they are almost invisible! The lack of coloring on Invisalign means that you can wear it at any time of day, and out in public, without much attention being drawn to your smile.

Minimal to No Pain: While traditional metal braces can cause pain and irritation if not properly fitted, our team can create a more custom mold with your Invisalign. Additionally, the smooth surface of Invisalign retainers keeps you from experiencing sores, redness, or pain/pressure points.

Our practice also offers traditional orthodontic options for those who may not be a good candidate for Invisalign. One of the most common options is traditional metal braces, which are fitted onto your teeth and monitored with regular appointments to ensure your braces remain clean, properly adjusted, and pain-free. For those looking for more discrete traditional braces, our practice offers a more natural look with ceramic braces, which can be clear or tooth-colored.