Clear Aligners in Littleton
A Straighter Smile Without the Brackets
At Southwest Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics, clear aligners offer a comfortable, nearly invisible way to straighten your teeth without braces. Dr. Matt Goergen customizes treatment plans to fit your goals, to transform your smile without interrupting your lifestyle.
How Clear Aligners Work
Clear aligners use a series of custom-molded trays to guide your teeth into place. Each set is worn for about one to two weeks before switching to the next, gradually creating a straighter, more balanced smile.
Because they’re removable and wire-free, clear aligners are great for patients who want a low-profile, flexible approach to treatment. At Southwest Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics, we use advanced digital scanning to design every aligner for precise, comfortable movement.
Your Smile Has Options
Dr. Goergen offers several high-quality aligner systems to suit different needs:
- Invisalign is the most recognized name in clear aligner therapy, offering proven results with smart technology and smart track materials.
- 3M Clarity Aligners deliver powerful results with a more customizable treatment path.
- ULab Aligners, our in-house option, are created chairside for faster turnaround and excellent value—ideal for limited or touch-up cases.
Dr. Goergen will help you choose the option that fits your goals, timeline, and lifestyle.
Why Patients Choose Removable Aligners
We’ve designed our approach to treatment with aligners to fit your life. Patients of all ages appreciate the comfort, flexibility, and discreet appearance of aligners—especially compared to braces.
Low-Profile, High-Confidence
Made from smooth, transparent plastic, aligners are nearly invisible when worn. You can smile freely in photos, presentations, and daily interactions.
No Wires, No Irritation
These trays are custom-molded to your teeth and designed for comfort. With no brackets or metal parts, there’s less rubbing and fewer sore spots.
Freedom to Eat & Clean with Ease
You can remove your trays during meals and while brushing and flossing. That means no off-limits foods and no complicated hygiene routines.
Fewer Office Visits
Because the appliances are pre-sequenced, you won’t need frequent adjustments. Dr. Goergen will schedule occasional check-ins to keep everything on track—without disrupting your schedule.
How Your Treatment Works
Your Orthodontic treatment follows a streamlined process, customized by Dr. Goergen from start to finish.
Start With a Digital Scan
We begin with a consultation and 3D scan of your teeth. Dr. Goergen will use this digital model to plan your case and determine the best approach for moving each tooth safely and efficiently.
Your Series of Custom Trays
Once you and Dr. Goergen have finalized your plan, we’ll fabricate aligners tailored to your mouth. Each set makes small, controlled changes to guide your teeth into place.
Daily Wear, Weekly Progress
You’ll wear each tray for 20–22 hours a day and switch to the next set every one to two weeks. Sticking to this schedule keeps your results on pace and your movement predictable.
Results You Can See
Routine check-ins with Dr. Goergen allow us to monitor your smile and make any needed refinements. Most visits are quick, comfortable, and require no adjustments.
A Retainer for Smile Maintenance
When treatment is complete, you’ll get a custom retainer to lock in your new smile. Wearing it regularly will keep your teeth aligned for years to come.
Get Ready to Go Wireless
Interested in a more flexible way to straighten your teeth? Schedule a free consultation at Southwest Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics at our Littleton office and find out if aligner treatment is right for you.