Invisalign uses a series of clear, custom-made aligners to gradually move your teeth into their desired positions. The aligners are virtually invisible and removable, making them a popular choice for teens and adults.
We also offer in-house aligners - clear aligners made right in our office at a more affordable price point without sacrificing quality.
Clear plastic that's hard to notice
Take out to eat, brush, and floss
No brackets or wires
Clear aligners aren't just for adults. Aligner systems designed for growing mouths — such as Invisalign First, made for children roughly 6 to 10 — can widen a narrow arch, manage crowding and spacing, and guide erupting teeth during Phase 1 (interceptive) treatment, while baby teeth are still present. For kids who'd rather skip brackets or an appliance with a key, it's often the friendliest introduction to orthodontics.
For teenagers, aligners have their own advantages: nearly invisible in photos, removable for sports, band, and meals — and effective for most alignment and bite problems when worn 20 to 22 hours a day. That wear-time honesty matters: aligners only work while they're in. Teen-oriented aligners include small compliance indicators that fade with wear, so parents and orthodontists can see how it's going.
Wondering whether early aligners or an expander is the right Phase 1 tool for your child? That's exactly the question a free consultation answers.
Learn about Early & Two-Phase Treatment and How palatal expanders work
Follow these guidelines for the best results with your clear aligners
Lost or broken aligner? Call us immediately!
📞 Glendale: (718) 386-8728
📞 Garden City: (516) 265-1535
We offer two clear aligner options to fit your needs and budget
✓ Industry-leading brand
✓ Advanced SmartTrack material
✓ iTero digital scanning
✓ ClinCheck treatment preview
✓ Invisalign warranty
Best for complex cases and those who want the premium Invisalign experience.
✓ Made in our office
✓ Quality materials
✓ More affordable
✓ Same great results
✓ Direct doctor oversight
Great for mild to moderate cases and budget-conscious patients.
Both get you to a healthy bite and a smile you like — they just trade different conveniences. Here's the honest version:
Which one is right depends on your bite, your habits, and your priorities — that's a conversation, not a quiz result. Both are offered at both of our offices, and the consultation is free.
Five quick questions. This isn't a diagnosis — only an exam can give you that — but it's a good conversation starter:
Is your main concern crowding, spacing, or teeth that have shifted since earlier treatment?
Could you commit to wearing aligners 20-22 hours every day?
Would you strongly prefer a treatment most people can't see?
Do you play a wind instrument or a contact sport?
Are all of your adult teeth in (or is this for a child aged roughly 6-10)?
Every mouth is different — this checker can't see yours. Only an orthodontic exam can tell you what will actually work.
Book a Free ConsultationEach new set brings a day or two of pressure — most people describe it as noticeable, not painful. That pressure is the treatment working.
Commonly anywhere from 6 to 18 months depending on complexity, plus retainers afterward to hold the result. You'll get a real estimate — not a guess — after your free exam.
Both move teeth the same way: a series of clear trays, changed on a schedule. Invisalign is the established brand system with its full toolkit of attachments and features; our in-house aligners are made right at the practice and can be a budget-friendlier fit for simpler cases. We'll tell you honestly which your case calls for.
Many bite problems, yes — small elastics anchored to aligners are routine. The most complex corrections may still do better with braces, which is exactly the kind of thing the exam sorts out.
Call us the same day — don't wait. Depending on where you are in the series, we'll usually have you move to the next tray or go back to the previous one while a replacement is made.
Schedule a free consultation to find out if clear aligners can help you achieve your smile goals.
Select a location to book your free consultation directly in our system.
📍 64 New Hyde Park Rd
Garden City, NY 11530
🕐 Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri: 10:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Closed Wednesdays
