Is a Clear Aligner Treatment Painful?

Your teeth may feel uncomfortable or sensitive as the clear aligners gradually shift your teeth. This typically occurs within the first few days of using a new clear aligner set and should gradually reduce or disappear as your teeth adjust. For extended discomfort, Dr. Weiselberg recommends applying a cold compress or ice pack to soothe the teeth and jaw.

How Many Appointments Will I Need?

Every patient will follow a clear aligner treatment plan tailored to their unique needs, so the number of appointments will vary according to the extent of the treatment required. During your consultation, Dr. Weiselberg will be able to recommend the exact number of trays and appointments necessary to achieve your desired results. On average, a clear aligner treatment series will take at least one year to straighten and correct teeth misalignments fully.

How Long Until I See the Results?

Patients can expect gradual improvement until the clear aligners successfully reposition the teeth. On average, patients may notice a subtle change one month into their treatment series, with more visible results six months later. Most patients must adhere to their clear aligner treatment plan for at least a year to achieve the best results.

What Are the Risks Associated with a Clear Aligner Treatment?

Clear aligners provide a safe and effective method of straightening teeth without adverse effects or complications. Please address any and all concerns with Dr. Weiselberg during your consultation and treatment series to ensure proper maintenance and oral hygiene.

Clear Aligner Treatment

Fort Lee, NJ

Introduction to Clear Aligner Treatment

An improper bite or shifting teeth can become an issue at any point in a person’s life, with age and stress only exacerbating these problems. However, adults may feel self-conscious about using standard orthodontic treatments such as visible metal or ceramic braces to correct their teeth alignment. Dr. Ali Weiselberg is a specialist with advanced certification in Invisalign technology and is pleased to offer clear aligner orthodontics at North Jersey Dental Group in Fort Lee, NJ. If you are seeking an alternative to visible orthodontic treatments, please schedule a consultation with our office today.

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What is a Clear Aligner Treatment?

Clear aligners are removable appliances that correct the alignment of the teeth. Unlike traditional fixed dental braces, clear aligners can be removed for eating and cleaning while still gradually aligning the teeth on a weekly basis. Clear aligners can address a wide range of dental problems, such as:

Overcrowding – An overcrowded mouth means insufficient space within the jaw for all adult teeth to fit naturally. It may lead to displaced, rotated, or completely misaligned teeth.
Overbite – An overbite refers to the protrusion of the maxilla (upper jaw) relative to the mandible (lower jaw). An overbite gives the smile a “toothy” appearance, and the chin looks like it has receded.
Underbite – An underbite, also known as a negative underget, refers to the protrusion of the mandible (lower jaw) in relation to the maxilla (upper jaw). An underbite makes the chin look overly prominent. Developmental delays and genetic factors generally cause underbites and overbites.

Clear aligners can be used at any age to correct malocclusions (bad bites) and other irregularities in the jaw region and face and create a beautiful smile.

What Are the Benefits of a Clear Aligner Treatment?

Clear aligners offer several advantages over traditional fixed dental braces, such as the following:

Removable appliance: Clear aligners can be easily removed for eating and cleaning. Simply remove them prior to meals and clean them with mild soap and water.
Gradual weekly improvement: Clear aligners arrive in sets of trays that should be worn weekly. Over the course of each week, the aligners gradually correct your teeth into the desired placement.
“Invisible” treatment: Clear aligners are almost invisible to the naked eye. Your smile will progressively improve without the appearance of metal or ceramic brackets until it reaches its final alignment.

Who Are the Best Candidates for a Clear Aligner Treatment?

If you are a patient in North Jersey or the surrounding areas and you have been struggling with a bad bite or other irregularities in your jaw, you may be a strong candidate for a clear aligner treatment. Dr. Weiselberg recommends clear aligners for patients with the following characteristics:

Overbite or underbite
Crowded teeth
Gaps in teeth
Aversion to visible orthodontic solutions
Ability to maintain regular and consistent use of removable orthodontic appliances

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Let’s Get Started

What’s the
first step?

If you believe clear aligners are the solution to your misaligned teeth, please contact North Jersey Dental Group in Fort Lee, New Jersey. Dr. Weiselberg will complete a periodontal exam to evaluate the condition of your teeth misalignment, evaluate your oral health, and recommend whether clear aligners would be appropriate for you. If you are a suitable candidate, Dr. Weiselberg will take X-rays and other images of your teeth to develop a customized treatment plan that will gradually adjust your teeth using a series of clear aligners. Our patient coordinator will schedule you for regular appointments to monitor the progression of your teeth alignment over the course of your treatment.

What to Expect From a Clear Aligner Treatment Treatment

Dr. Weiselberg will use images of your teeth to devise a series of clear aligner trays that you will wear weekly. These trays will be developed according to the exact specifications of your teeth to shift them into their desired placements gradually. You will be required to return for regular follow-ups to monitor the movement of the teeth and ensure your alignment is progressing according to expectations. The clear alignment treatment will end once you have a brilliant, straightened smile!

How Much Does a Clear Aligner Treatment Cost in North Jersey?

The cost of a Clear Aligner Treatment in Fort Lee and the Northern New Jersey area will range from $5000 for an express case, up to $6500 for a full case, but will ultimately vary per patient according to the severity of their misalignment and the extent of their clear aligner treatment series. Dr. Weiselberg will be able to provide an overall estimate for your treatment plan during your individual consultation.

Why Choose North Jersey Dental Group?

Dr. Ali N. Weiselberg, D.D.S., F.I.C.O.I have been licensed to practice in New Jersey and New York since 2006. Dr. Weiselberg has received advanced certification in Invisalign technology and training in Core Disaster Life Support and Advanced Cardiac Life Support. She is an active member of the American Dental Association (ADA), the North Jersey Dental Association (NJDA), the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD), and the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD). As a lifelong resident of Fort Lee, Newweeklyowner of and primary dentist at North Jersey Dental Group, P.A., Dr. Weiselberg’s mito provides high-quality, comprehensive dental services on a personalized level to the adults and children of northern New Jersey and surrounding areas. Weiselberg graduated from New York University College of Dentistry and has served on the Board of Directors of New York University’s College of Dentistry’s Alumni Association since September 2009.