Clear Aligners in St. Louis Park, MN

What Are Clear Aligners?

Clear aligners are transparent, medical-grade plastic trays that fit snugly over your teeth. Each set of aligners is designed to move your teeth gradually into alignment. You'll wear each tray for about one to two weeks before switching to the next in the series.

This orthodontic method is particularly effective for treating:

• Mild to moderate crowding or spacing
• Overbites, underbites, and crossbites
• Shifting after previous orthodontic treatment
• Gaps between teeth
• Mild bite correction for smile aesthetics

Unlike traditional braces, clear aligners are nearly invisible and removable, allowing you to eat, brush, and floss without obstruction.

Our Approach to Clear Aligner Therapy

At Creekside Dental, your clear aligner treatment is tailored to your unique smile and goals. We begin with a thorough consultation to determine if you’re a good candidate, then develop a step-by-step treatment plan based on your alignment needs.

Here’s how the process works:

1. Consultation & Digital Scanning
   We’ll evaluate your bite, alignment, and goals. Using iTero digital impressions, we create a precise 3D model of your mouth — no messy putty trays required.
2. Treatment Planning
   We map out every movement of your teeth and provide a digital preview of what your smile will look like after treatment.
3. Custom Aligner Fabrication
   Your clear aligners are made specifically for your teeth and treatment plan. Each set of aligners will gradually shift your teeth into position.
4. Wearing Your Aligners
   You’ll wear your aligners for 20–22 hours per day, removing them only to eat, brush, and floss. You’ll switch to a new set every 1–2 weeks.
5. Progress Check-ins
   We’ll monitor your progress with brief check-in appointments every few weeks to ensure your teeth are moving as planned.

Clear aligners are also available as part of our broader orthodontic and cosmetic dentistry offerings, depending on your treatment goals.

Benefits of Clear Aligners

Patients choose clear aligners for many reasons, including their aesthetic appeal and convenience. Key benefits include:

• Nearly invisible appearance
• Comfortable, smooth material
• Removable for meals and cleaning
• No dietary restrictions
• Fewer office visits than traditional braces
• Easier oral hygiene throughout treatment

Because they’re custom-made for your teeth, clear aligners can provide highly accurate and predictable results when worn as directed.

Clear Aligners vs. Invisalign

While Invisalign is one of the most well-known brands of clear aligners — and we do offer Invisalign treatment at Creekside Dental — there are other trusted systems available as well. During your consultation, we’ll help you decide which aligner system is the best fit for your case, preferences, and budget.

No matter which brand we recommend, you’ll receive the same attentive, personalized care from our experienced providers, Dr. Gabe De Los Rios and Dr. Robert Laing.

Who Is a Good Candidate for Clear Aligners?

You may be a great candidate for clear aligner therapy if you:

• Have mild to moderate crowding, spacing, or bite issues
• Want a discreet alternative to metal braces
• Are committed to wearing aligners 20–22 hours a day
• Prefer fewer in-office visits and simpler maintenance
• Are looking to correct relapse from prior orthodontic treatment

For more complex bite issues or jaw alignment concerns, we may recommend traditional braces instead.

Smile Confidently in St. Louis Park and Beyond

Creekside Dental provides clear aligner treatment to patients throughout St. Louis Park, Edina, Hopkins, Golden Valley, Richfield, and surrounding areas of Minneapolis. Whether you’re starting orthodontic treatment for the first time or revisiting it after years, we’ll guide you every step of the way.

If you're uninsured or want to make care more affordable, check out our in-house Membership Plan — designed to support your long-term oral health without the financial strain.