Beverly Hills · Century City · Los Angeles
Invisalign & Clear Aligners
in Beverly Hills
Modern, doctor-planned teeth straightening for patients across Los Angeles — with honest guidance on whether aligners, braces or a combined plan will serve you best.
Call or text (818) 668-5008
What would you like to change about your smile?
Start with what bothers you. Each answer leads to a clear explanation, your options, and what happens next.
Treatment pathways
A different kind of consultation
Diagnosis before brand
We recommend what your teeth need — including when that isn't Invisalign.
Written fees, no surprises
You'll know exactly what's included, from scans to retainers, before you begin.
See it before you start
Review a digital simulation of your planned result before committing.
Results that last
Retention is planned from day one, so your investment is protected.
What happens next
- 1Book online, call or text
- 2Conversation, exam & 3D scan
- 3Your options and written fee
- 4Start when you're ready — no pressure
Visit the office
10231 Santa Monica Blvd. #ALos Angeles, CA 90067
Monday – Friday10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday & SundayBy appointment only
Wondering about cost?
Read our transparent guide to what drives the fee and what should be included.
Invisalign cost guide →Straight teeth and a comfortable bite are different goals
A smile can look straight while the upper and lower teeth still meet unevenly. Conversely, a tooth that looks slightly rotated may not require comprehensive bite correction. These distinctions matter when choosing between a limited aligner plan, full orthodontic treatment and cosmetic dentistry. Start by describing what you notice: overlapping front teeth, a gap, difficulty cleaning, a changing bite or movement after previous treatment. A clinical examination can then separate your visible concern from the underlying cause.
Clear aligners move natural teeth; bonding and veneers change their appearance or shape. Neither approach is automatically better for everyone. Healthy but crowded teeth may benefit from alignment before any restorative work. A small or chipped tooth may still need bonding after spaces are arranged. The useful question is not simply which treatment is fastest, but which addresses your priorities with appropriate limits and the least unnecessary intervention.
What choosing Invisalign means day to day
Invisalign uses a sequence of removable aligners designed around planned tooth movements. The prescription may include tooth-colored attachments, elastics or carefully measured enamel reduction between selected teeth. These details are part of the mechanics, not surprises to discover after starting. Ask which are proposed, why they are necessary and whether an alternative would change the expected result. A digital simulation illustrates the plan; it does not guarantee that every tooth will move exactly as displayed.
Aligner treatment also requires a realistic routine. Wear is commonly prescribed for about 20–22 hours each day, with the exact instructions set by the treating clinician. Remove aligners for meals and drinks other than plain water, clean teeth and trays appropriately, and keep the case nearby. Frequent snacking, long coffee breaks and leaving trays out during meetings can reduce wear. Braces may be a more practical choice when managing removable appliances would be difficult.
Understanding cost before making a decision
The fee should describe a defined scope of care, not just a brand of aligners. Compare whether quotations cover diagnostic records, both arches, monitoring visits, attachments, refinement aligners and initial retainers. Ask about replacement trays, future retainer replacements, dental work needed beforehand and what happens if treatment takes longer than expected. Two headline prices are not comparable until you know what each actually buys.
For a concrete budgeting example only, a hypothetical $6,000 treatment fee minus a hypothetical $1,500 insurance payment leaves $4,500. If a hypothetical $900 deposit were applied, the remaining $3,600 would equal 18 payments of $200, assuming no interest or additional fees. These figures are arithmetic, not this practice's prices, insurance guarantees or a financing offer. Actual fees, benefits and payment arrangements must be confirmed individually. Our cost and financing guides explain the questions that prevent an attractive monthly figure from hiding a larger total.
If your teeth moved after earlier treatment
A missing retainer or new overlap does not automatically mean starting the entire original treatment again. The assessment considers which teeth moved, how the bite changed and whether a limited correction is appropriate. A replacement retainer generally holds an existing position; it is not interchangeable with an active aligner prescription. If you are unhappy with the current position, discuss that before a new retainer is made.
Do not force a retainer that will not seat, heat plastic to reshape it, or use an old aligner to move teeth without clinical advice. Bring the appliance and any available previous records to the appointment. A cracked tray, a loose bonded wire and gradual relapse require different decisions. The retainer pages explain the distinctions and when to seek help promptly.
A consultation should leave you with useful answers
Bring your main priorities, any important event date, previous orthodontic records if available and questions about cost. The evaluation should consider teeth, gums, bite and relevant health history; scans, photographs or radiographs are selected as clinically appropriate. Ask what can reasonably change, what cannot, which alternatives are available and how long both active treatment and retention may take. A photograph or online assessment alone cannot establish a diagnosis.
Before agreeing to treatment, request a written explanation of the proposed scope, fees and retention plan. Clarify who supervises care and how concerns between appointments are handled. You can explore the condition-specific guides first, use Check My Smile for educational pathways, or contact the team directly. Choosing treatment should follow understanding the trade-offs, not pressure to commit before your questions are answered.