We begin with a 3D iTero® scan and a full photo series to map your bite and smile. Dr. Julie reviews your goals and designs your plan in ClinCheck®.

• Scan and photos, plus treatment planning.
• Treatment typically begins within 3 weeks of your initial scan.

• Wear 22 hours per day. Remove to eat, drink, or brush.
• Switch to your next tray every 7 days, ideally the same night each week.
• Put in new aligners before bed for a full night of wear.
• Keep your previous set in case something happens to your next tray.

If they are not in your face, they are in your case.

If you think you will forget to put them back in, set a one hour alarm.

• Use Invisalign Cleaning Crystals, denture cleaning tablets, or our in-office Zima Dental Pod (we stock these).
• Avoid toothpaste. It can scratch trays and make them cloudy.
• Soak only a few minutes, then rinse well. Tablets example on Amazon: Polident 3 Minute Tablets.
• Rinse before inserting and store in your case when not in use.

When you shower, your trays take a bath.

Some Invisalign cases use tooth colored attachments or gentle reshaping between teeth called interproximal reduction. These help teeth move predictably and create the space needed for ideal alignment.

• Attachments are small composite shapes bonded to the teeth. They act like handles that let aligners grip the tooth to rotate, tip, or move it with precision. They blend in with your enamel.
• If an attachment comes off, keep wearing your trays and text our office. Attachments are quick to replace and your trays still track in the meantime.
• IPR is very minimal enamel reshaping, usually 0.2 to 0.5 mm between selected teeth. This creates controlled space so teeth can slide into a straighter and more balanced position.
• IPR does not change the look of your teeth. It is smooth, safe, and does not cause sensitivity. The small space gradually closes as teeth align.
• IPR is measured, planned, and performed only where your digital treatment plan indicates it is needed for ideal movement and long term stability.

We schedule check ins every 4 to 6 weeks. If you want more frequent check ins, tell us.

• Confirm trays fit correctly.
• Perform IPR or apply and remove attachments.
• Provide your next set of trays.
• Review progress and answer questions.

If you have fewer than 10 trays left, you receive all remaining trays. If you have more than 10, you receive half to support accurate tracking.

If we have not fully reached your goals after the first set, Dr. Julie may order refinement trays. These are included in comprehensive Invisalign treatment at no extra charge.

After the first set of aligners, we remove attachments, scan, and assess whether to order refinements or move to retainers.

At completion, we remove attachments, check your bite, and scan for retainers. You can choose:

• Invisalign clear upper and lower retainers.
• Fixed retainer, a bonded wire option. Additional lab fee applies.

Goodie bag is given at aligner delivery.

• Full time wear for 90 days, then nightly.
• Bring retainers to all cleanings and restorative visits.
• If lost or damaged, we can reorder from your last scan. No new impressions needed.

• Mild soreness can occur. Tylenol is preferred over ibuprofen.
• Why to limit ibuprofen: NSAIDs can reduce prostaglandins involved in the inflammatory process that lets teeth move in orthodontics. See: review on NSAIDs and orthodontic movement, ibuprofen vs acetaminophen.
• Your bite will change during treatment. We fine tune it at the end.