Invisalign Beverly Hills — Clear Aligners for Adults, Teens & Kids

Most patients report that Invisalign is more comfortable than traditional braces. Braces cause ongoing irritation from brackets rubbing against soft tissue and occasional wire poking. Invisalign's pressure is cyclical — most noticeable in the first day or two after switching trays — and then fades. For patients concerned about comfort, Invisalign clear aligners are typically the preferred choice.

No. Remove them for all food and drinks (except water). This actually protects the aligners and your teeth.

Some patients notice a very mild lisp for the first 1–3 days after starting Invisalign. This is temporary — your tongue quickly adapts to the presence of the aligners. Most patients find any speech change completely resolves within a week. Reading aloud or practicing speaking during the adjustment period speeds up adaptation.

Yes — your aligners can double as whitening trays. Ask us about options.

We'll give you a clear breakdown at your free consultation. Most insurance plans cover a portion, and we offer flexible monthly payment plans.

For most orthodontic cases — including crowding, spacing, overbite, underbite, crossbite, and open bite — yes, Invisalign is equally effective. For very severe skeletal discrepancies or complex multi-tooth movements, traditional braces or a combined approach may be recommended. At Beverly Hills Braces, Dr. Molayem will always give you an honest recommendation about which treatment delivers the best outcome for your specific case.

Invisalign cost in Beverly Hills varies based on case complexity, treatment duration, and the Invisalign product line used. Beverly Hills Braces provides a complete, transparent cost breakdown at your free consultation — no surprises.

Orthodontic relapse — teeth shifting back after treatment — is a real risk with any orthodontic treatment, including Invisalign. The primary cause is inconsistent or discontinued retainer wear after treatment ends. Beverly Hills Braces addresses this directly: every Invisalign patient receives a structured retention protocol using Vivera retainers (made by Invisalign) to lock in results. Patients who wear their retainers as directed maintain their results long-term. If you've experienced relapse after previous treatment, Invisalign Express or orthodontic retreatment may restore your smile efficiently.

No. You should remove your Invisalign aligners before eating or drinking anything other than plain water. Eating with aligners in can stain, warp, or crack the trays — and can trap food particles against your teeth, increasing cavity risk. The good news: unlike braces, there are zero food restrictions with Invisalign. Eat whatever you want — just remove your aligners first and brush before putting them back in.

Yes — and you should. Invisalign requires 20–22 hours of wear per day to achieve results on schedule. Sleeping with your aligners in is essential to meeting that daily wear target. Most patients find sleeping with aligners comfortable and adapt within the first few nights.

Yes — your Invisalign aligners can serve as whitening trays, making treatment a perfect opportunity to brighten your smile simultaneously. Ask us about our professional whitening add-on at your free consultation. Beverly Hills Braces can incorporate whitening gel into your aligner routine so you finish treatment with both a straighter and whiter smile.

Call Beverly Hills Braces as soon as possible. Depending on how far along you are in your current aligner set, we'll advise you to either wear your previous set temporarily or move forward to the next set while a replacement is ordered.

Rinse your aligners with lukewarm water every time you remove them. Clean them daily using Invisalign Cleaning Crystals, a soft toothbrush with clear soap, or the Invisalign Crystal Cleaning system. Never use hot water (warps the plastic), toothpaste (too abrasive), or colored soap (can stain the trays). Keeping aligners clean prevents odor and maintains clarity throughout your treatment.

Invisalign attachments are small, tooth-colored resin bumps bonded to specific teeth during treatment. They act as handles that allow your aligners to apply more complex or precise forces to teeth that need rotation, extrusion, or multi-directional movement. Not every patient needs attachments — simpler cases often proceed without them. During your consultation, Dr. Molayem will determine whether your treatment plan will include attachments.

Interproximal Reduction (IPR) — sometimes called 'filing between teeth for Invisalign' — is a minor procedure where a small amount of enamel is gently removed from the sides of certain teeth to create space for movement. The amount removed is measured in fractions of a millimeter and is considered safe and reversible in scope. IPR is a standard part of many Invisalign treatment plans and does not cause sensitivity or long-term damage when performed by an experienced orthodontist.

Yes. Beverly Hills Braces provides Invisalign for kids (Invisalign First — Phase 1 early treatment) and Invisalign for teens (Invisalign Teen) at both our Beverly Hills and Encino locations. Invisalign teen aligners Beverly Hills families choose at our practice are specifically designed for developing smiles, with compliance indicators and eruption tabs built in. Early intervention with Invisalign for kids can simplify or reduce the duration of later treatment significantly.

Post-treatment retention is the most important phase of your Invisalign journey. Teeth naturally want to drift back toward their original position — a process called relapse. Beverly Hills Braces provides every Invisalign patient with a customized retention protocol using Vivera retainers, the most durable retainer made by Invisalign. We schedule follow-up check-ins to monitor your retention and catch any early shifting before it becomes a problem. If you haven't worn your retainer in months, come in — we can assess and address minor relapse quickly.