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Straighten your teeth discreetly with custom-crafted clear aligners.

Invisalign® Clear Aligners in Columbia, MD

Dental doctors at Pineview Dental in Columbia, MD You catch yourself doing it again—covering your smile during a work presentation to hide your crooked teeth. Maybe you've considered orthodontic treatment, but the thought of sporting metal braces keeps you from taking that step.

At Pineview Dental, we understand that adults have unique needs with orthodontic treatment. With Invisalign clear aligners, you can get the straight smile you want discreetly and without disrupting your busy lifestyle.

How Do Clear Aligners Work?

Invisalign uses a series of custom-made, virtually invisible aligners that gradually shift teeth into their ideal positions without brackets and wires. Made from patented SmartTrack® material, the crystal-clear trays fit snugly over your teeth for discreet treatment. Clear aligners are perfect for older teens and adults of any age who want effective orthodontic treatment without the bother of traditional braces.

Invisalign Benefits

While traditional braces are still an excellent option in certain cases, clear aligners address most of the same bite and alignment issues and offer benefits that brackets and wires don't, including:

Discreet Treatment

When you're giving that important presentation or catching up with friends over dinner, clear aligners are virtually invisible, allowing you to smile confidently throughout treatment.

More Convenient

Unlike fixed braces that can irritate your cheeks and gums, Invisalign's smooth aligners are smooth and comfortable. Simply remove them for meals and enjoy all your favorite foods.

New Smile Preview

Not sure if Invisalign can help you achieve your goals? Before treatment begins, you'll see a digital simulation of your newly-aligned smile and a motivating glimpse at the final result.

Fewer Appointments

With Invisalign, you'll need fewer in-office visits than with traditional braces. Instead of monthly adjustments, you'll visit us every 6–8 weeks to pick up your new sets of aligners.

Easier Oral Hygiene

Oral hygiene with traditional braces can be a challenge. With Invisalign, just pop out your aligners, brush and floss normally, and rinse your aligners before putting them back in.

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Orthodontic Issues Addressed by Clear Aligners

Invisalign corrects a wide range of alignment and bite issues, including:

Crowded teeth
Gaps between teeth
Uneven spacing
Overbites and underbites
Open bite

For more complex cases, Dr. Fogel might recommend traditional braces. During your consultation, he will discuss whether Invisalign is the best option to achieve your smile goals.

Getting Started with Invisalign

Your journey to a straighter smile begins with a comprehensive consultation at our Columbia office. Dr. Fogel will:

Examine your teeth and discuss your smile goals
Take digital scans of your teeth (no messy impressions!)
Create a customized treatment plan
Show you a digital preview of your future smile
Have your custom aligners fabricated

Wear each set of aligners 22 hours daily for one to two weeks, removing them only for oral hygiene, eating, and drinking anything besides water. As you switch to the next set, you’ll notice your teeth gradually shifting into their ideal positions.

Invisalign® Clear Aligners Technology

Panoramic X-Rays

This specialized imaging technique captures a comprehensive view of your entire mouth in a single image—showing all teeth, jaws, sinuses, and surrounding structures. Dr. Fogel uses panoramic x-rays to evaluate wisdom teeth, plan implant placement and Invisalign® treatment, assess jaw joint disorders, and screen for abnormalities that might not be visible on standard x-rays.

The process is comfortable—you simply stand still for a few seconds while the machine rotates around your head. For patients, this means a more thorough evaluation without the discomfort of traditional intraoral x-rays, reduced radiation exposure compared to multiple individual x-rays, and a clearer understanding of the relationship of various oral structures.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Invisalign® treatment hurt?

Many patients worry about comfort during Invisalign treatment, but it is generally considered more comfortable than traditional braces. Unlike metal brackets and wires that irritate your cheeks and gums, Invisalign aligners are made from smooth, BPA-free plastic and custom-fitted to your teeth.

Adjusting to Clear Aligners

When you first begin wearing Invisalign or switch to a new set of aligners, you may feel pressure or mild discomfort. This sensation is actually a good sign—it means your aligners are working to move your teeth into their new positions. Most patients describe it as a "tightness" rather than pain, which subsides within a few days as your mouth adjusts to each new aligner.

Steps to Improve Comfort

You can take several steps to minimize any discomfort during Invisalign treatment:

Switch to new aligners at bedtime so you'll sleep through the initial adjustment period.
Take over-the-counter pain relievers like ibuprofen if needed.
Stick with softer foods for the first day or two with new aligners.
Stay consistent with wear time—taking breaks can prolong the adjustment period.

Invisalign Treatment in Columbia, MD

Call Pineview Dental at (410) 730-3311 to take the first step toward a straighter smile with Invisalign. Dr. Fogel will answer all your questions and help you understand what treatment involves. We welcome patients throughout Howard County, including Columbia, Ellicott City, and surrounding communities.

Invisalign Treatment Times

Many patients complete Invisalign treatment in 12–18 months, while some may take as little as six months. It all depends on the extent of misalignment or bite issues when we begin. During your consultation, Dr. Fogel will provide a more accurate timeline based on your needs.

Take a Step Toward a Straighter Smile

Schedule an Invisalign consultation with our experienced Invisalign dentist in Columbia, MD. Call Pineview Dental at (410) 730-3311 today to begin your journey to a straighter, more confident smile. We welcome patients throughout Howard County, including Columbia, Ellicott City, and surrounding communities.

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Is it weird to look forward to going to the dentist office? These people rock!

10/10 Seriously. I hadn't been to the dentist in a long while. The staff are soooo friendly and everyone is extremely nice. No tsking, no lectures, no judgement. Dr Fogel's cheerful, upbeat demeanor put me at ease. And I left smiling. Is it weird to look forward to going to the dentist office? These people rock!
-Xavier

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