The first step is a consultation with our orthodontic provider, Dr. Bassam Michiel, to determine if clear aligners are right for you. Although Clear Aligners is a versatile straightening method, it doesn’t work for all orthodontic issues. Beyond clinical considerations, we want to ensure you or your teen can comply and wear aligner trays 20–22 hours daily.

Once you decide to begin Clear Aligners treatment in Madera, CA, we use the iTero Element™ scanner to take an impression of your teeth and send this along with a treatment plan to Clear Aligners. Their technicians create a 3D model showing how your teeth will shift, which we review and may refine through a collaborative process. After finalizing your treatment plan, we instruct Clear Aligners to create your custom-made clear aligners.

Clear Aligners in Madera, CA, are made of a BPA-free thermoplastic material called SmartTrack™ that won’t irritate your lips or gums. Each set of Invisalign clear aligners is designed to move your teeth into the correct position incrementally over time. To maintain steady progress and prevent any setbacks in the straightening process, it’s essential to wear your aligners day and night, except during meals and oral hygiene.

After completing Invisalign treatment over a period of 12–18 months, it’s important to protect your investment. Wearing an orthodontic retainer should become a regular part of your routine to maintain the desired tooth alignment. We’ll provide retainers to help maintain your results and keep your teeth perfectly aligned. With your new smile, you can eat, laugh, and live every day with total confidence!