Invisalign

What exactly is Invisalign?

Invisalign is a revolutionary way to straighten teeth and correct a number of orthodontic problems. If your teeth are overcrowded, crooked, or if you have malocclusion problems, Invisalign can help to straighten teeth and make them more uniform. The process is easy and the clear aligner trays are virtually invisible to the naked eye. This is a wonderful alternative to braces which require metal brackets and wires.

Why might you need Invisalign?

If you have ever been told that you should have braces, Invisalign might be the right option for you. These clear aligner trays work by applying pressure to the teeth, slowly adjusting them into place. The treatment is done under the supervision of Dr. Andrew Turchin, who is trained in treatment using the Invisalign system. Before being fitted for your first set of aligners, you’ll need to come in for a consultation and series of x-rays to create a detailed treatment plan.

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What makes you a candidate for Invisalign?

The first step to being considered for Invisalign treatment is to come in for a consultation. With the help of an exam, a series of x-rays, and impressions, we can determine if your smile would benefit from Invisalign. The majority of patients who want Invisalign are able to receive this specific type of orthodontic treatment. You will need to keep up with treatment and wear the trays for no less than 22 hours per day for the system to be effective. 

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What should you expect with Invisalign treatment?

You will first come in for a consultation with Dr. Andrew Turchin. He will examine your teeth, take x-rays and impressions, to determine the best course of treatment. Additional impressions are then made to create your own personalized Invisalign aligner trays. These trays should be worn for no less than 22 hours a day in order for them to be effective. You will need to come back into the office after several weeks to have new Invisalign trays made for you. Depending on your orthodontic needs and the treatment plan that was given to you, you may need to wear your Invisalign trays for anywhere from six months to two years for effective results.

If you are interested in Invisalign and what it can do for your smile, or if you are interested in other cosmetic treatments such as slowing facial aging or making your lips more full, call our office to schedule an appointment for a full consultation.


This gentleman desired a brighter smile, but wanted a natural look to suit his face. New veneers were handcrafted to look completely natural, and his smile was designed to better support his face.

A long time Aspenite didn’t like her two front teeth. After proper analysis and a Smile Test DriveTM we determined it was a more complex problem than just two teeth. Her bite had destroyed her teeth and smile, and aged her face. So we fixed her bite and smile using our Ageless Smile algorithm, which turned back the clock.

This 40 something Aspen and Sydney resident presented looking for a better smile. Because after 2 rounds of Invisalign and plenty of whitening, he was still left wanting. With almost no preparation of his teeth we were able to add the length, prominence, broadness on sides and the shade his smile was wanting for resulting in a more youthful attractive smile and fuller lips. He is ecstatic about his new smile! The Ageless Smile Algorithm nailed it again.

This hospital exec traveled for a couple of hours in search of the smile of her dreams. Her lack of tooth display was due to a skeletal issue known as an impacted and retrognathic maxilla, which means her upper jaw was too far up and back causing her smile to show less tooth volume and less lip support than ideal. We designed a new smile to correct that deficiency by making her teeth longer and building them out for more tooth support. Now she shows a more attractive and youthful amount of tooth display that is in harmony with her lower lip. She loves her new smile which gives her renewed confidence every day.

Unhappy with the size of her smile and her local dentist’s attempt to bond a little more length, this Florida woman came to Aspen to receive The

Ageless SmileTM. Traditional dentistry would have referred her for Jaw Surgery in order to bring her upper jaw down and forward to show more teeth. Although this was discussed, the patient chose the non-surgical route which gave a near surgical result for her esthetics and bite. Tooth display at smile and at rest are some of the main determinants in guessing ones age. She now shows a more youthful amount of tooth, which takes years off of her look.

Our favorite Miami Housewives star, interior designer, and hotelier was just back in our office for his new smile. Exactly like the temporaries but the brighter shade he chose. In fact, this is our very brightest shade that he saw on his dear friend and fell in love with, and why he came to us to begin with. He has been looking for a decade for someone who could give him a super bright smile that still looked natural. It’s all in the natural tooth form, texture, and translucency. He loves his new smile and commented after each visit that he was amazed that he felt like he had no work done after each appointment as he had no pain or sensitivity. Another great Ageless Smile!