Invisalign in Mequon WI.

Clear, comfortable treatment

Straighten teeth discreetly.

Invisalign is a new system of straightening teeth without the use of conventional braces. A series of clear plastic aligners are utilized to create tooth movement. Moving teeth with removable aligners is not new. However, the computer program, which can generate a series of aligners with small changes is the new part. Invisalign is recommended for orthodontic situations with mild to moderate spacing or crowding. They are virtually undetectable, easy to use and comfortable to wear.

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PERSONALIZED ALIGNER TREATMENT

Clear aligners at

North Shore Dental.

I've been providing clear-aligner treatment for 20 years and have completed more than 250 hours of additional orthodontic training beyond dental school.


I use both Invisalign and SimplyClear. My approach is to evaluate the entire mouth before beginning treatment rather than simply looking at whether the teeth can be made straighter.


Clear aligners can be used to treat many common orthodontic problems, including crowded teeth, spacing, and certain bite problems.

I look at more than whether your teeth are crooked. I also consider your gums, existing dental work, bite, tooth wear, and overall oral health.


The goal is to determine whether clear aligners are appropriate for your particular situation, rather than simply putting you into a standard aligner program.

CLEAR ALIGNER QUESTIONS

What to know about clear aligners at

North Shore Dental

  • What's different about getting clear aligners from my dentist?

    When you receive clear aligner treatment at North Shore Dental, your treatment is planned and monitored by me rather than being managed solely through a remote or automated system.


    I evaluate your teeth and bite, develop the treatment plan, monitor your progress, and make adjustments when necessary.


    Because I'm also your general dentist, I'm able to consider your overall dental health as part of the orthodontic treatment—not just the position of your teeth.

  • What can clear aligners correct?

    Depending on the case, clear aligners can address crowded teeth, spacing, certain bite problems, and teeth that are not positioned properly.


    They can also be useful for patients who want to improve their smile without traditional braces.


    However, clear aligners aren't the right solution for every orthodontic problem. If I believe your case would be better treated by an orthodontist, I'll tell you.

  • Do I need to have my cavities or gum problems treated first?

    Potentially, yes.


    Existing cavities, active gum disease, worn teeth, or other dental problems may need to be addressed before beginning orthodontic treatment.


    Your oral health is part of the treatment plan. I don't want to simply straighten your teeth while overlooking other problems that could affect your long-term dental health.

  • Will clear aligners change my smile or just straighten my teeth?

    That depends on what we're trying to accomplish.


    Clear aligners can change the position of individual teeth as well as the overall relationship between your teeth. When planning treatment, I consider how your teeth look when you smile as well as how they function together.


    The goal isn't simply to move teeth because they can be moved. It's to make changes that improve your smile and function while keeping the result appropriate for you.

  • Do I have to wear my clear aligners all day?

    Clear aligners need to be worn consistently for treatment to progress as planned.


    You'll remove them for eating, drinking anything other than water, and brushing and flossing. Otherwise, they should generally be worn according to your treatment plan.


    Your consistency in wearing the aligners is an important part of achieving the planned result.

  • What happens after my clear aligner treatment is finished?

    Retention is an important part of orthodontic treatment.


    Teeth can move after treatment, whether you used braces or clear aligners. I'll discuss the appropriate retainer with you and explain how it should be worn to help maintain the position of your teeth.

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Schedule your visit with North Shore Dental today.