Straighten your teeth discreetly — no metal brackets, no wires, no food restrictions. Custom clear aligner trays gradually shift your smile into alignment while fitting seamlessly into your daily life.
Clear aligner therapy uses a series of custom-fabricated, transparent trays to move teeth gradually — each tray shifting them slightly closer to their final position. You wear each set for about one to two weeks, then advance to the next tray in the series.
Unlike traditional braces, aligners are removable. You take them out to eat, drink anything other than water, brush, and floss — then put them back in. This means no dietary restrictions and no special tools required to clean around brackets and wires.
Results depend heavily on wear time. Aligners must be worn 20–22 hours per day to work as planned. Patients who commit to the protocol consistently achieve excellent outcomes.
Each set is precision-fabricated based on your digital scan — no guesswork, no generic fits
Remove only to eat, drink, and perform oral hygiene — consistency drives results
Each new tray applies gentle, controlled pressure to move teeth slightly further
Permanent retainers or removable retainers maintain your results long-term
Both options work — the right choice depends on your case complexity, lifestyle, and preferences.
Clear aligners are an excellent option for most adults and older teens with mild to moderate orthodontic concerns. A brief consultation with Dr. Zapata — including a clinical exam and X-rays — is all it takes to determine whether you're a good candidate.
Good candidates include patients with:
Clear aligners may not be appropriate for:
Not Sure If You Qualify?
Schedule a free smile consultation. Dr. Zapata will assess your teeth, show you what results to expect, and give you a treatment plan with transparent pricing — no obligation.
From consultation to your final retainer — here is every step.
Dr. Zapata examines your teeth and bite, takes X-rays, and discusses your goals and timeline. You'll know right away whether you're a candidate and what to expect.
We take a precise 3D digital scan of your teeth — no messy impressions. The scan is used to fabricate your entire series of custom aligner trays.
Your trays arrive and Dr. Zapata checks the fit at your delivery appointment. You go home with your first several sets and clear instructions.
Wear each tray 20–22 hours per day, advancing to the next set every 1–2 weeks. Progress check appointments every 6–8 weeks keep treatment on track.
Some cases benefit from a second set of refinement trays to finalize tooth positions. This is normal and included in the treatment plan when needed.
After treatment, retainers prevent your teeth from shifting back. Most patients wear retainers nightly long-term to maintain their new smile permanently.
Cost is determined by case complexity and treatment length. We provide a full breakdown before you commit to anything.
Some dental insurance plans include orthodontic benefits — we will verify your coverage and apply available benefits before treatment begins. Retainers after treatment are typically included or available at a nominal additional cost.