Patient Resources · Before & After

Invisalign® Results

A real before-and-after Invisalign® case from Dr. Martenson and Dr. Ma — clear aligners that straightened a smile with no metal, no wires, and trays that come out for meals and special occasions. Drag the slider below to compare.

20–29Custom aligner sets per arch

~2 weeksBetween each tray change

22 hrs/dayRecommended wear time

RemovableTrays come out for meals and photos

Case study

Crowding relieved, smile line evened

~10 months

After

Before

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Procedures

Invisalign®

Before

Spacing and tooth position were the patient's primary concerns. They wanted to close visible gaps between teeth and refine the overall smile line — without the look or commitment of braces.

After

Through a custom series of Invisalign® aligners, the spacing was closed evenly and the smile line was refined. A confident, natural-looking result the patient was excited to show off.

— Why patients pick Invisalign®

Invisalign® vs traditional metal braces

Both treatments can correct the same alignment issues — the experience of getting there is what's different.

Feature	Invisalign®	Metal Braces
Visibility	Nearly invisible clear trays	Visible metal brackets and wires
Removable	Yes — out for meals, photos, brushing	Fixed for the entire treatment period
Eating	No food restrictions — trays come out	Avoid hard, sticky, or chewy foods
Comfort	Smooth plastic, no wires to poke or scratch	Brackets and wires can cause irritation
Office visits	Brief check-ins every 6–8 weeks	Tightening adjustments every 4–6 weeks
Hygiene	Brush and floss normally	Extra care needed around brackets
Patient commitment	22 hours of wear required daily	None — brackets stay on continuously

Curious if your smile could change like this?

Book a no-pressure Invisalign® consultation. Dr. Martenson or Dr. Ma will evaluate your bite, share a realistic timeline, and put together a treatment plan tailored to your goals.

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