Reviewed by Dr. Barton Soper, Orthodontist

Clear aligners are removable, see-through trays that straighten teeth without metal braces. Invisalign® is the best-known brand. At Advanced Orthodontics Bellevue, clear aligner treatment is planned and supervised by Dr. Barton Soper, a specialist orthodontist and Diamond Apex Invisalign Provider.

Clear aligners have changed the way people straighten their teeth. Instead of brackets and wires, you wear a series of smooth, nearly invisible trays that gently guide your teeth into place. If you are searching for clear aligners in Bellevue, the most important choice you will make is not the brand of tray, but who is behind your treatment. At Advanced Orthodontics Bellevue, your plan is designed and monitored by Dr. Barton Soper, a specialist orthodontist who has helped patients across the Eastside achieve healthy, lasting smiles. Your first consultation is free, and it is the best way to find out if clear aligners are right for you.

What Are Clear Aligners and How Do They Work?

Clear aligners are custom-made plastic trays that fit snugly over your teeth. Each tray is slightly different from the one before it, so as you move through the series, your teeth shift a little at a time until they reach their final position.

The process is simple:

1. We capture a 3D image of your teeth with a digital iTero® scanner. No goopy molds.
2. Dr. Soper designs your tooth movement and maps out your full treatment.
3. You wear each set of aligners for about one to two weeks, 20 to 22 hours a day.
4. You take them out only to eat, drink, and brush.
5. You check in with us every six to eight weeks until your smile is complete.

Clear Aligners vs Braces: Which Is Right for You?

Both clear aligners and braces straighten teeth well. The right choice depends on your case and your preferences.

Clear aligners are removable, nearly invisible, and easy to keep clean, which makes them popular with adults and responsible teens. Braces are fixed in place and work for the widest range of cases, including very complex ones. Some patients even do best with a combination of both.

If you want to weigh the fixed options, our types of braces page breaks them down. At your consultation, Dr. Soper will give you an honest recommendation based on what will actually deliver the best result for you.

Why Get Clear Aligners from an Orthodontist in Bellevue?

Today you can buy aligners online by mail, or get them from a general dentist. Neither is the same as care from a specialist orthodontist. Here is why that matters:

• An orthodontist has years of extra training focused only on moving teeth and correcting bites. Dr. Soper does this every day.
• In-person supervision keeps you safe. Mail-order aligners skip the exam, the x-rays, and the hands-on monitoring that catch problems before they cause harm. Moving teeth without that oversight can damage your gums, roots, and bite.
• Diamond Apex experience. Dr. Soper is a Diamond Apex Invisalign Provider, a level held by only the top 1% of providers nationwide. That experience helps your treatment go smoothly.
• An airway-aware approach. Dr. Soper considers how your bite affects your breathing and sleep, something a mail-order kit can never do. See our airway orthodontics page.

Want a deeper look at why a specialist matters? Read do I have to get clear aligners from an orthodontist.

Clear Aligner Options at Advanced Orthodontics Bellevue

The leading clear aligner system we offer is Invisalign, one of the most widely used clear aligner systems available. Because Dr. Soper is a Diamond Apex Provider, you get expert Invisalign care close to home. Learn the details on our Invisalign page.

Clear aligners can work for:

• Adults who want a discreet, professional-friendly option. See our adult treatment page.
• Teens who are responsible about wearing their trays. See our adolescent treatment page.
• A range of issues, from crowding and gaps to many bite problems.

Clear Aligner Cost and Insurance in Bellevue

Clear aligner treatment in the Bellevue area generally ranges from about $3,500 to $8,000, depending on how much your teeth need to move and how long treatment takes. Comprehensive cases cost more than minor touch-ups. In most cases, clear aligners cost about the same as braces.

We make treatment affordable with flexible monthly payment plans, and we work with many insurance plans that include orthodontic benefits. You will get a clear, written estimate at your consultation. See our financing and insurance pages for details.

Schedule Your Clear Aligner Consultation in Bellevue

Find out if clear aligners are the right path to your new smile. Advanced Orthodontics Bellevue is located on NE Bel-Red Road, just minutes from Crossroads and Overlake with easy access from WA-520 and I-405. Call (425) 747-9494 or request your free consultation online. We serve families across Bellevue, Kirkland, Redmond, Sammamish, and Mercer Island.