This course of treatment involves moving your teeth into straighter position step-by-step, until you have a more beautiful smile.
When choosing an option for straightening your teeth, it's important to consider what works best for not only your appearance, but your lifestyle as well.
| INVISALIGN® | BRACES | |
|---|---|---|
| Effectively treats a wide variety of cases | ✔ | ✔ |
| Average cost | $5,000* | Varies |
| Eat whatever foods you enjoy | ✔ | ✖ |
| Removable device | ✔ | ✖ |
| Invisible teeth-straightening | ✔ | ✖ |
| Brush and floss normally | ✔ | ✖ |
| Comfortable plastic instead of metal | ✔ | ✖ |
| Office visits frequency | Every 4-6 weeks | Varies |
| Free replacement aligners if lost or broken | ✔ (Up to 6 for Invisalign® Teen)** | ✖ |
* Based on a November 2010 Invisalign® Patient Survey
** Only for Invisalign® Teen users
Aligners are clear and nearly invisible. If you’ve ever seen clear teeth-whitening trays, that should give you a good idea of what the aligners look like. Invisalign® aligners are custom-made to fit and move your teeth.
Each time you change to a new aligner, there may be some temporary discomfort while your teeth adjust to their new position. This is completely normal, and is a good sign that the treatment is working.
Some people are affected more than others, but most adjust in a short period of time to the feeling of the aligners and do not have permanent changes in their speech.
Invisalign® only works while you’re wearing the aligners. It’s recommended that you wear your aligners full-time, day and night, except to eat, brush, and floss your teeth.
This varies person to person and depends on the outcome of the treatment. Some patients might need a positioner, or conventional retainer. Other patients might need a clear plastic retainer.
The doctor would love to meet you and your family and provide you with the dental care you deserve!
We are proud to offer the latest pediatric dental care advancements and techniques.
We designed the new practice with children in mind! From the toys and video games in our colorful waiting room to our children-themed treatment rooms, we provide our patients with a fun, comfortable, and enjoyable dental experience.
No Insurance? No problem! At Muir Station Smiles Children’s Dentistry & Orthodontics, we strive to make dental care accessible for all children and will do our utmost to work with our patients to create affordable payment plans.
We serve the great people of Concord and Martinez. Please don’t hesitate to give us a call, and we will gladly assist you with driving instructions from your area. All we ask is that you please drive carefully.
We are so happy to share what our amazing patients have had to say about their experience at Muir Station Smiles! We can’t wait to help you smile.
| Monday | 8:00 AM–5:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 8:00 AM–5:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 8:00 AM–5:00 PM |
| Thursday | 8:00 AM–5:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM–4:00 PM |
| Saturday | Appt. Times Vary |
| Sunday | Closed |
