Invisalign®

You'll wear each set of aligners for 22 hours a day, changing them out every week (or two in some cases). The only time you'll remove them is to eat, drink, brush, and floss. As you progress through the series of aligners, your teeth will gradually shift into their prescribed positions. These small changes accumulate over time, leading to a significant transformation by the end of your treatment. To ensure everything is going as planned, you'll visit Drs. Joel and Charles Brodsky approximately every ten to twelve weeks. On average, treatment time is 12-15 months, with patients typically going through 36 to 48 sets of aligners. However, these numbers can vary depending on the individual.
It's worth noting that many dentists in the Greater Long Beach area, including their families and staff members, have chosen Brodsky Orthodontics for their Invisalign treatment. They trust us with their smiles, and so can you.

Ready to start your journey to a straighter, more confident smile with Invisalign? It's easy to take the first step. Schedule your complimentary consultation with Drs. Joel and Charles Brodsky today. You can book your appointment online or give us a call at (562) 496-2000. We can't wait to help you transform your smile.

Contrary to popular belief, choosing Invisalign® or Invisalign for Teens doesn't mean you'll be paying more than you would for traditional braces. At Brodsky Orthodontics, we believe in making all our treatment options accessible. That's why our Invisalign treatment is priced on par with traditional braces, allowing you to choose the best treatment for your needs without worrying about the cost.

Interested in learning more about the cost of Invisalign? We invite you to read more about it and discover how we strive to make orthodontic treatment affordable for everyone.

Invisalign is a versatile treatment that knows no age boundaries. At Brodsky Orthodontics, we've found that our younger patients often show remarkable commitment to wearing their aligners, sometimes even more so than our older patients. We've had the pleasure of treating patients as young as seven years old with Invisalign. These young ones, still sporting many of their baby teeth, are already embarking on the first phase of their orthodontic journey with us.

Choosing the right professional for your Invisalign treatment is crucial to achieving the best results. While any dentist can offer Invisalign, the level of expertise and experience can vary greatly. To ensure you're in the best hands, consider asking your dentist these questions:

1. Are you a certified orthodontist who has undergone 2-3 years of additional training beyond dental school?
2. How many Invisalign cases have you successfully completed?
3. Did you personally handle the orthodontic treatment for your own children, or did you entrust it to someone else?

These questions will help you gauge the qualifications and experience of your dentist in handling Invisalign treatments. A certified specialist with a wealth of experience is more likely to deliver the best possible outcome for your smile.

Indeed, the journey to a perfect smile doesn't end with the completion of your Invisalign treatment. Just like with any other orthodontic treatment, wearing retainers is a crucial step to maintain the alignment of your teeth. Typically, we recommend our patients at Brodsky Orthodontics to wear their removable retainers full time for a brief period, followed by indefinite wear during the night.

A common question we get is, "How long should I wear my retainers?" The best response we can give is, "As long as you wish for your teeth to remain straight!"

At Brodsky Orthodontics, we craft both removable clear retainers and fixed permanent ones digitally in our office. This allows us to offer quick turn-around times for our patients with just a phone call to our office. Plus, with our Lifetime Retainer program, maintaining the results of your orthodontic treatment has never been easier.

A small percentage of our patients (about 2%) experience a minor change in their speech - a slight lisp - as their mouth adjusts to the new aligners. But there's no cause for concern! This is a temporary phase that typically disappears within a few days. It's a minor step on your path to a lifetime of radiant, confident smiles. Embrace this change, as every step with Invisalign brings you closer to the smile you've always dreamed of.