Invisalign Treatment for Centennial Teens and Adults
If you are researching clear aligners in Centennial, the provider matters as much as the product. Invisalign aligners are only as good as the plan behind them, and that plan comes from the orthodontist who designs every tooth movement. At Garlock Orthodontics, Dr. David Garlock has made aligner treatment a focus of his continuing education, and our practice is recognized as a Diamond Invisalign Provider.
Our office is at 6240 S. Main St., Suite 220, in Aurora, and your first consultation is free.
Why Your Invisalign Provider’s Training Matters
Almost any tooth-movement case can now be treated with clear aligners, but only when the orthodontist knows how to plan for them. Dr. Garlock has put in countless hours of courses, webinars, and case studies on aligner treatment. He completed two multiweek programs, the Aligner Intensive Fellowship and Plastic Principles, and he lectures and teaches other clinicians about Invisalign and advanced orthodontic treatment.
That experience shows up in the details: where attachments go, when elastics help, and how to keep a case on track when teeth don’t move exactly as predicted.
Digital Scanning and 3D Planning for Clear Aligners
Every aligner case at our practice starts with the iTero intraoral scanner. Instead of trays of impression material, the scanner captures thousands of images in minutes and builds a 3D model of your teeth and gums. That means better accuracy, less time in the chair, and a faster start to treatment.
From that model, Dr. Garlock designs your aligner sequence in 3D planning software, and our in-office 3D printing lets us produce aligners and retainers directly from your digital model. You can learn more about each tool on our orthodontic technology page.
Clear Aligner Options for Teens and Adults
- Teens: Invisalign for teens lets students remove aligners for sports, band, photos, and meals, with no food restrictions.
- Adults: Invisalign for adults straightens teeth discreetly, whether it’s your first orthodontic treatment or a relapse years after braces.
- Younger children: in some cases, aligners can be part of early, phase-one treatment. Dr. Garlock will tell you if your child is a candidate.
Is Invisalign Right for You?
Aligners work well for crowding, spacing, and many bite problems, but they depend on you wearing them as prescribed. Some cases, especially severe bite discrepancies, may be better served by braces. If that’s true for you, we’ll say so and show you our braces options, including tooth-colored LightForce brackets. Our Invisalign FAQ answers many of the questions patients ask before starting.
Invisalign Questions From Centennial Patients
How many hours a day do I need to wear my aligners?
Aligners only move teeth while they are in your mouth, so you’ll wear them most of the day and night, taking them out to eat, drink anything other than water, and clean your teeth. Dr. Garlock will give you your exact wear schedule.
Do I need goopy impressions to start?
No. We use a digital iTero scan, which is more comfortable and more accurate than traditional impressions.
What happens when treatment ends?
You’ll move into custom retainers to keep your teeth from shifting back.
Can I pay over time?
Yes. We offer in-house 0% financing and work with insurance plans to maximize your benefits.
Book a Free Invisalign Consultation
Find out whether clear aligners are a good fit for your smile. Request your free consultation with Garlock Orthodontics today.