Clear aligners are a series of thin, custom plastic trays that move teeth a little at a time. You wear each set about two weeks, 20 to 22 hours a day, and take them out to eat and brush. Nobody notices them across a desk.
What aligners can fix
- Crowded or overlapping front teeth.
- Gaps between teeth.
- Mild to moderate overbite, underbite or crossbite.
- Teeth that shifted after braces years ago.
Severe bite problems and some rotated molars still do better with braces or a specialist. A Denison dentist who provides Invisalign will tell you honestly at the consult, which is usually free.
The process
- Digital scan. No goopy impressions. You see a preview of the finished smile on screen.
- Aligners arrive in two to three weeks. Small tooth-colored attachments may be bonded to help certain movements.
- Check-ins every six to ten weeks. Most of the work happens at home.
- Retainers at the end, worn at night, to keep the result.
What it costs in Denison
Full Invisalign treatment runs $3,000 to $6,500 in Denison. Minor cases with only front-teeth movement start near $2,000. Many dental plans have an orthodontic benefit of $1,000 to $2,000 that applies. Monthly payment plans are standard.
Ready to book?
Request an appointment and a Denison office will call you back, usually the same business day.
Common questions
How long does Invisalign take?
Six to eighteen months for most adults. Simple front-teeth cases can finish in four to six months.
Does Invisalign hurt?
Each new tray feels tight for a day or two. That is the teeth moving. It is far less sore than braces adjustments.
Can teens use clear aligners?
Yes. Teen versions have wear indicators and room for teeth still coming in. Compliance is the only real question, since the trays only work while they are in.
Other dental services in Denison
Emergency Dentist
Toothache, broken tooth, knocked-out tooth or swelling. Same-day help in Denison.
$150 – $400 exam and relief visitCleanings & Exams
Routine checkups, cleanings and x-rays that keep small problems from becoming big ones.
$120 – $250 per visitDental Implants
A permanent replacement for a missing tooth that looks, feels and chews like your own.
$3,000 – $5,500 per toothCrowns & Veneers
Repair a cracked or worn tooth, or reshape your smile with porcelain.
$900 – $2,000 per toothTeeth Whitening
Professional in-office or take-home whitening that is safer and stronger than store kits.
$250 – $650Invisalign & Clear Aligners
Straighten teeth without metal braces. Removable, nearly invisible, adult friendly.
$3,000 – $6,500