Yes. Invisalign is a series of clear, removable aligners (custom-made trays that gradually move your teeth) that can work for kids, teens, and adults, and our orthodontists plan and monitor every case. If you live in Birmingham or nearby, you can visit our Farmington Hills or Commerce Township office for a complimentary consultation to see whether clear aligners fit your smile.
You want a straighter smile without putting your everyday routine on hold. This post explains how Invisalign works, what it’s like to wear, how to care for your aligners, and what to expect on cost and timing.
What Is Invisalign?
Invisalign is a treatment that uses custom-made clear aligners to apply gentle pressure and move your teeth over time. You wear each set as your orthodontist directs, then move on to the next set.
How long you wear each set depends on your individual needs, how complex your case is, and how consistently you wear the aligners. Your orthodontist plans and monitors the whole process, so you’re never doing it on your own. You can read more on our Invisalign page.
Who Can Get Invisalign?
Invisalign is available for kids, teens, and adults. Whether it’s the right choice depends on your teeth and bite, and sometimes braces are the better fit. An orthodontic evaluation is the best way to find out.
Adults in Novi, West Bloomfield, Bloomfield Hills, and Birmingham often ask if it’s too late to straighten their teeth. It’s not. Whatever your age, our orthodontists can look at your teeth, talk through your goals, and explain what to expect.
What Are the Benefits of Clear Aligners?
Clear aligners offer some practical advantages:
- They’re hard to notice. The aligners are clear, so they’re less visible than traditional braces.
- You can take them out. Remove them for meals, brushing, and flossing.
- Your routine stays familiar. With proper care, you can keep up your usual oral hygiene.
Patients in Milford and Wixom often tell us they want to know how aligners fit into work, school, and social life. They can fit well, but success depends on wearing them for the recommended number of hours each day.
How Do You Take Care of Invisalign Aligners?
Rinse your aligners often and follow your orthodontist’s cleaning instructions. Brush and floss before you put them back in, especially after meals.
If you eat or drink anything other than plain water, take your aligners out first. This helps prevent staining and damage.
How Much Does Invisalign Cost?
Cost varies from person to person. It depends on how complex your orthodontic concerns are, how long treatment takes, and how many aligners you need.
At your complimentary consultation, our orthodontists will evaluate your smile and give you a personalized estimate. We’ll also go over insurance benefits and our flexible in-house financing options, so you know what to expect before you decide.
How Long Does Invisalign Take for Adults?
Many orthodontic treatments take about 18 to 24 months, but that’s a general estimate, not a promise. Treatment time varies from person to person. It depends on how your teeth need to move, whether your bite needs correction, and how consistently you wear your aligners. Your orthodontist will give you an estimate after your evaluation.
Treatment begins with an iTero digital scan, a quick 3D image of your teeth, and a personalized plan. With Dental Monitoring, appropriate patients can submit smile scans from a smartphone so we can check progress between visits.
Where Can You Get Invisalign Near Birmingham?
We’re a locally owned orthodontic practice with two offices: Farmington Hills and Commerce Township. Dr. Andrea Nakisher, Dr. Susan Rizk, and Dr. Robert Herman provide personalized care at both.
We welcome patients from Birmingham, Bloomfield Hills, West Bloomfield, Novi, Walled Lake, Wixom, Milford, and surrounding Oakland County communities.