Clear aligners let adults straighten their teeth with a series of clear, removable trays, with no metal braces and no interruption to work or daily life. At Robert Stoner Orthodontics in Greensboro, board-certified orthodontists offer both Invisalign and Angel Aligners for adults, and most treatments take about 9 to 18 months.
A beautiful, healthy smile knows no age limit. Many adults assume the window for straightening their teeth has passed, but that is far from true. With today’s clear-aligner technology, adults of every age can get the smile they have always wanted while keeping up with busy professional and personal lives. The trays are discreet and removable, so you can straighten your smile without putting your routine on hold. We offer both Invisalign and Angel Aligners and will help you choose the right fit.
Why Adults Choose Clear Aligners
- Discreet: The nearly invisible trays help you keep a polished, professional look at work and in social settings.
- Comfortable: Smooth, custom-fit plastic means far less irritation than traditional braces.
- Convenient: Because the aligners come out, you keep enjoying your favorite foods and your normal brushing and flossing routine.
- Predictable: Advanced digital planning lets you preview your expected result before you begin, so you know where your treatment is headed.
How Clear Aligner Treatment Works
We have made the process simple and comfortable, with no messy putty molds, every scan is fully digital.
- Your first appointment. We talk through your goals and examine your smile to determine whether clear aligners are right for your case. If a different approach would serve you better, we will tell you.
- Digital impressions. Using our iTero digital scanner, we capture a precise 3D model of your teeth, more accurate and detailed than putty molds. That model is used to design your custom aligners.
- Fitting your first aligners. Usually a few weeks later, your aligners are ready. We check the fit of your first tray and walk you through how to progress through the series.
- Follow-up visits. Every few weeks, you come in so we can confirm your treatment is on track. To save you trips, these visits are not for picking up trays, you already have your sets and change them about every two weeks on your own. A little tenderness when you switch sets is normal as your teeth adjust.
How Long Does Treatment Take?
Clear aligners for adults usually take about 9 to 18 months. Every case is different, so yours may be shorter or longer depending on how much movement your smile needs and how consistently you wear your trays. Wearing them 20 to 22 hours a day keeps treatment on schedule, and we will give you a personalized timeline at your consultation.
A Discreet Option at Any Age
Whether your teeth shifted over the years or you never had the chance for orthodontic care growing up, it is not too late. Clear aligners are one of several options we offer adults. For a full look at adult treatment, including braces and financing, visit our adult orthodontic treatment in Greensboro page.
Frequently Asked Questions
Am I too old for clear aligners?
No. Adults of every age straighten their teeth with clear aligners, and a healthy, well-aligned smile is good for your long-term dental health as well as your confidence. The best way to know your options is a free consultation.
How does the clear aligner process work?
It starts with a digital iTero scan, no messy molds. We design your custom aligners from that scan, fit your first set a few weeks later, and see you every few weeks to check your progress while you change trays about every two weeks at home.
Invisalign or Angel Aligners, which should I choose?
Both are high-quality clear-aligner systems that straighten teeth discreetly. They differ mainly in materials and design, not in how well they work. We offer both and will recommend the one that best fits your case, your goals, and your budget.
Schedule Your Free Consultation
Your path to a confident smile is clearer than ever. Call our Beaman Place office at (336) 274-7649 or our Lake Brandt office at (336) 644-1464, or request a free consultation online. Robert Stoner Orthodontics proudly serves adults across Greensboro, Summerfield, and Guilford County.