Invisalign in Livermore
Orthodontic treatment with Invisalign® provides a discreet, effective way to treat tooth and jaw misalignments. At Las Positas Family Dental in Livermore, California, Thi Hoang, DDS, Theresa Hoang, DDS, Steven Leung, DDS, and the team offer Invisalign treatment to teenagers and adults. The practice is a Platinum Invisalign Provider, which means our team treats a high volume of Invisalign cases every year. Call the office to request an Invisalign consultation, or book your appointment online today.
How is Invisalign treatment different from braces?
Traditional braces use a combination of brackets, archwires, and O-rings (small rubber bands) to place mild pressure on your teeth and jaw. Invisalign works similarly, but it uses removable plastic aligners instead.
Invisalign aligners hug your teeth like a mouthguard. You wear them 20-22 hours a day, only taking them out to brush, floss, or eat.
How long does orthodontic treatment with Invisalign take?
I have crowded teeth. Can I benefit from Invisalign?
The Las Positas Family Dental team uses Invisalign to treat various alignment problems, including:
Crooked teeth
Gaps between the teeth
Overlapping teeth
Misaligned jaws
Crowded teeth
You might be a candidate for Invisalign if you have a bite abnormality, such as crossbite, overbite, or underbite.
Orthodontic treatment with Invisalign often takes 12-18 months*, but it varies depending on the alignment issues treated and how well you follow instructions.
Attend each of your regularly scheduled checkups, wear your aligners as prescribed, and follow your provider’s instructions.
What’s the Invisalign treatment process?
Your Las Positas Family Dental provider reviews your dental records, completes an oral exam, and takes a series of digital X-rays. You need healthy teeth and gums to undergo treatment. If your dentist discovers cavities or gum disease, they address those issues first.
If the team determines you can benefit from treatment, they take intraoral scans and upload them to a computer program. Your provider develops a specialized treatment plan, charting the precise movements of your teeth and jaw.
Afterward, your provider sends the scans to an Invisalign laboratory. The lab uses your scans to manufacture a series of custom Invisalign aligners.
During treatment, you visit Las Positas Family Dental every few weeks. You get a new pair of Invisalign aligners at each visit that delivers slightly different pressure on your teeth. Over time, your teeth and jaw move into the optimal position, transforming your smile and encouraging good oral health.
Do I need to keep my Invisalign aligners clean?
Yes. Take your aligners out at least twice a day and rinse them off in cool tap water. Before going to bed, brush your aligners with a soft-bristle toothbrush to prevent food particles and bacteria from collecting.
Call Las Positas Family Dental to explore the benefits of Invisalign treatment, or make your appointment online today.
*Results may vary.
Invisalign with your Livermore family dentist
Your Invisalign care happens right here in our office at 2832 Las Positas Road in Livermore. We take your digital scans, plan your treatment, hand you each set of aligners and check your progress at regular visits, with the same team that cleans and checks your teeth.
Patients come to us for Invisalign from Livermore, Pleasanton, Dublin, San Ramon, Tracy and Sunol. To find out if clear aligners are right for you, contact us or call (925) 449-7900 to book a consultation.
Invisalign questions
How much does Invisalign cost?
The cost depends on how much your teeth need to move and how long treatment takes, so we give you an exact price at your consultation. If your dental insurance includes orthodontic coverage, it may pay part of it, and we will check your benefits for you. You can also spread the cost out with our financing options.
Does Invisalign hurt?
Most people feel pressure or mild soreness for a day or two when they switch to a new set of aligners. That means the aligners are working. It usually fades quickly, and over-the-counter pain relievers can help.
Can I eat and drink with my aligners in?
Take your aligners out to eat and to drink anything other than plain water. Brush your teeth before you put them back in, so food and sugar are not trapped against your teeth. Wear them 20 to 22 hours a day for the best results.
Is Invisalign an option for teenagers?
Yes. We treat both teens and adults with Invisalign. For teens, we check that the teeth and jaw are developed enough for treatment and explain how to keep track of wear time.
Will I need a retainer after Invisalign?
Yes. Teeth naturally try to drift back after treatment, so a retainer keeps your new smile in place. We will show you how and when to wear it.
Do Invisalign patients get anything extra?
Yes. Completing Invisalign treatment with our office qualifies you for our Whitening for Life perk: a complimentary Philips Zoom! whitening syringe every 18 months when you keep up with your recommended preventive care. See the details below.
Invisalign patients qualify
Whitening for Life
Receive a complimentary Philips Zoom! whitening syringe every 18 months when you stay consistent with your recommended preventive care.
How to qualify
- Zoom! custom take-home tray kit – $299
- Zoom! in-office whitening with existing trays or retainers – $499
- Invisalign treatment with our office
How to stay eligible
- Stay current with recommended preventive care
- Give at least 48 business hours’ notice to cancel or reschedule
- Avoid missed or no-show appointments