Invisalign San Diego, La Jolla & Clairemont, CA
As a top Invisalign provider in La Jolla and Clairemont, Soft Touch Dental offers comfortable, clear aligners for a wire-free experience. This modern solution allows you to maintain your lifestyle without disruption. We are committed to providing this advanced technology affordably to all San Diego clients, ensuring a simple path to a beautiful smile
What is Invisalign?
Invisalign is a modern orthodontic treatment that uses a series of clear, removable aligners to gradually shift teeth instead of traditional metal brackets and wires. Custom-designed for each individual’s unique dental structure, these aligners are completely transparent and fit snugly over the teeth, making them virtually invisible to those around you.
Why Patients Choose Invisalign
Soft Touch Dental provides a comfortable, discreet, and flexible way to straighten your teeth, without the wires and brackets of traditional braces.
Virtually Invisible
Clear aligners blend with your natural teeth, making treatment discreet for adults and teens.
Comfortable Fit
Smooth, custom-made trays eliminate the irritation caused by metal wires and brackets.
Removable & Convenient
Eat, drink, brush, and floss normally. No food restrictions. No complicated cleaning.
Predictable Digital Results
Your treatment is planned with 3D imaging, giving you a clear view of your expected outcome.
Fewer Appointments
No tightening, no wires—just simple progress checks.
Am I a Candidate for Invisalign?
Invisalign offers a discreet and convenient alternative to traditional metal braces, suitable for many people aiming to straighten their teeth comfortably and flexibly. You might be an ideal candidate if you desire a nearly invisible treatment that fits seamlessly into your lifestyle.
Common indicators that Invisalign may be right for you include:
- Mild to moderate crowding of teeth
- Gaps or spaces between teeth
- Minor bite issues, such as slight overbite, underbite, crossbite, or open bite
- Teeth that have shifted after previous orthodontic treatment
- A preference for clear aligners over brackets and wires
Braces VS Invisalign
Choosing between Invisalign and braces depends on factors such as lifestyle, personal comfort, the type and severity of your dental issue, and your preference for an invisible or visible treatment.
Clear, removable aligners
straighten teeth discreetly and comfortably.
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Nearly invisible:
Smile confidently throughout treatment -
Flexible:
Remove for eating, drinking, and cleaning -
Comfortable:
Smooth trays reduce irritation -
Minimal visits:
Fewer adjustments needed -
Lifestyle-friendly:
Easy to maintain oral hygiene and daily routines
Traditional metal braces
gradually move your teeth using brackets and wires.
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Visible:
Braces are noticeable when you smile -
Frequent adjustments:
Regular dental visits required -
Food restrictions:
Some foods must be avoided -
Hygiene challenges:
Brushing and flossing are harder -
Comfort:
May irritate lips and cheeks
How Long Does Invisalign Take?
Invisalign treatment typically lasts 6-12 months for most San Diego patients, depending on your specific alignment needs and consistent aligner wear. Many complete treatment faster than expected with modern technology.
Faster results with modern aligners
Thanks to digital planning and precise tooth movement, Invisalign often works faster than traditional braces—especially when worn consistently.
What Affects Your Treatment Time?
- Mild to moderate crowding of teeth
- Gaps or spaces between teeth
- Minor bite issues, such as slight overbite, underbite, crossbite, or open bite
- Teeth that have shifted after previous orthodontic treatment
- A preference for clear aligners over brackets and wires
The Invisalign Lifestyle: Effortless & Convenient
Invisalign is designed to fit seamlessly into your life, not disrupt it. Your treatment journey is as easy as:
- Wear : Keep your aligners on 20-22 hours a day.
- Remove : Take them out to eat, drink anything besides water, brush, and floss.
- Clean : Rinse and brush your aligners gently with lukewarm water and a soft toothbrush to keep them fresh.
- Switch : Change to your next set of aligners on the schedule recommended by your dentist to keep your Invisalign treatment moving efficiently.
- Keep : Always keep your aligners in their case when they’re not in your mouth to protect them from damage and prevent them from getting lost.
- Brush & Floss: Before putting your clear aligners back in, brush to remove food particles and plaque. This helps prevent staining.
How long does Invisalign take for mild crowding?
For patients with minor spacing issues or slight overlapping, treatment is surprisingly quick. Typically, mild crowding can be corrected in as little as 3 to 6 months.
Because these cases often focus on aligning just the front teeth (the ones visible when you smile) rather than shifting the entire jaw or bite, they require significantly fewer aligner trays. However, this fast timeline relies entirely on consistency.
Wearing your aligners for the recommended 20–22 hours a day is the only way to ensure you achieve your perfect smile within this short window.
Invisalign for crooked front teeth success rate
Invisalign is exceptionally effective at correcting crooked front teeth, boasting a near-perfect success rate for mild to moderate crowding and rotation.
From a clinical perspective, front teeth (incisors) are biologically easier to move than back teeth because they have single, conical roots rather than multiple complex roots. This makes them highly responsive to the aligners’ force.
As long as the patient remains compliant with the daily wear schedule, the results for front teeth are highly predictable and are often achieved faster than complex bite corrections.
Invisalign Treatment with Dr. Fakhimi
at Soft Touch Dental
Invisalign comfort and pain management tips
While Invisalign is far more comfortable than metal braces, feeling some pressure with each new set of aligners is normal—it is actually a positive sign that your teeth are moving as planned.
This sensation typically peaks only during the first 24–48 hours of a new tray. The most effective tip for managing this is to switch to your new aligners right before bed.
This allows you to sleep through the initial period of tightness, so you wake up with the trays already settled. For any daytime tenderness, sipping cold water or eating soft foods can help soothe the gums until the pressure subsides.
Cost of Invisalign In San Diego
The Invisalign cost in San Diego varies based on your alignment needs and the number of clear aligners required throughout treatment. At Soft Touch Dental, we provide affordable Invisalign with transparent pricing and personalized plans to match your smile goals.
Here are the main factors that influence your final cost:
Complexity of Your Case
Mild crowding or small gaps typically require fewer aligners, making treatment more affordable. More advanced alignment needs may require additional stages and refinements.
Length of Treatment
Shorter treatments cost less because they involve fewer aligner sets. Longer treatments — usually 12–18 months — require more trays and step-by-step adjustments.
Length of Treatment
Your 3D digital scan shows exactly how many aligners you'll need from start to finish, which directly shapes your total cost.
Flexible Monthly Payment Plans
To make Invisalign easier to start, we offer simple monthly payment options so you can begin treatment right away without paying everything upfront.
You’ll receive a clear cost breakdown during your consultation, along with monthly payment choices tailored to your budget.
Patient Stories
Invisalign Treatment Duration
Invisalign is not a one-size-fits-all solution; your timeline is custom-tailored based on your jaw structure and the degree of dental crowding. On average, most patients achieve their ideal smile within 6 to 18 months. The real magic, however, lies in the progression: by switching to a new aligner every two weeks, you witness a precise, millimeter-by-millimeter shift toward the perfect position. While minor spacing issues might be resolved in under 6 months, more complex cases require a patient journey one that is well worth the lasting results.
Invisalign Daily Wear Guide
The greatest advantage of Invisalign its removability can also be its Achilles’ heel. For the aligners to exert the gentle, consistent pressure needed to move dental roots, you must wear them for 22 hours a day. This means they should only be removed for eating, drinking (anything other than water), and brushing. Every hour you skip allows your teeth to begin resisting the movement, effectively pushing back your completion date. In this treatment, personal discipline is the ultimate key to success.
Meet Dr. Ali Fakhimi
Cosmetic Dentistry Specialist | 1,000+ Successful Cases
Patients travel from across California to work with Dr. Fakhimi He is easy to talk to, pays close attention to detail, and consistently delivers great results.
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Frequently Asked
Question
Most patients complete their treatment in 6-12 months, though the duration can vary depending on the complexity of your case. Our team will provide a personalized timeline during your consultation.
Invisalign is a brand of clear aligners, and the term invisible braces is often used as a general term to describe them. Both refer to the same type of clear, removable aligners used to straighten teeth.
No. Invisalign is a gentle and comfortable way to move your teeth. You may feel a slight pressure or a little discomfort for the first day or two after switching to a new set of aligners, but this is a sign that they are working.
The cost of Invisalign in San Diego varies depending on the complexity of your case. We believe everyone deserves a confident smile and offer a range of flexible financing options to make your treatment affordable.
For the best results, you need to wear your aligners for 20-22 hours per day. This consistency is crucial for ensuring your teeth move as planned and that you complete your treatment on time.
Are You an Invisalign Candidate?
Your clear path to a confident smile starts here in La Jolla. The best way to know if Invisalign is right for you is to schedule a personal consultation at our San Diego practice. We’ll answer all your questions and create a custom, affordable Invisalign plan to help you achieve a beautiful, confident smile.