Invisalign & Clear Aligners in Nashville & Hendersonville

Care with a board-certified orthodontist

Dr. Jay Burton, DMD, is board certified by the American Board of Orthodontics. His AAO profile lists his orthodontic training at New York University, dental education at the University of Louisville and both SmileMaker locations.

His work in digital orthodontics has also been featured by Formlabs. A 2020 Formlabs interview describes his use of 3D-printed dental models to fabricate in-house aligners and retainers.

Explore Dr. Burton's education and innovation work

What does clear-aligner treatment involve?

1. Evaluation and options. Discuss your concerns and have your teeth and bite assessed. Ask how aligners compare with braces for the movements you need.
2. Planning your care. If aligners are recommended, your orthodontist uses records of your teeth to plan treatment. Review the proposed approach, estimated timing, fees and daily responsibilities before deciding.
3. Wearing your aligners. Follow your prescribed wear time and change schedule. Some plans also use tooth-colored attachments or elastics to help guide particular movements.
4. Progress checks. Your orthodontist checks how treatment is progressing and advises you about the next steps. The schedule and any changes to the plan depend on your needs.
5. Retainers after treatment. Retainers help maintain your tooth positions once active treatment is complete. Your orthodontist will explain the retention plan.

How much does Invisalign cost?

Clear-aligner fees are individualized. Your estimate should reflect the treatment recommended for you and explain the care included. Comparing the total fee and included services helps you understand different estimates.

Use your consultation to ask:

• What is the total fee for the recommended plan?
• Are records, progress visits, any additional aligner stages and the first retainers included?
• Could lost aligners, replacement retainers or other services cost extra?
• What payment options are available?
• Does my insurance provide an orthodontic benefit, and what would I pay myself?

Our team will discuss pricing and available payment options before treatment begins. Coverage depends on your policy. Bring your insurance information and ask how any benefits apply to your proposed treatment.

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Fitting aligners into your day

Invisalign recommends 20–22 hours of wear each day, including while you sleep. Follow the specific instructions Dr. Burton gives you for your aligner system and treatment plan.

Remove aligners for meals, drinks other than water, and brushing and flossing. Clean your teeth before putting the trays back in, and follow the cleaning instructions for the aligners themselves. Plan for meals and oral care when you are at school, at work or away from home.

If an aligner is lost, damaged or no longer fits as expected, contact our team for instructions rather than changing your treatment schedule on your own.

Invisalign and clear-aligner questions

Can aligners treat crowding, gaps or bite problems?

Aligners can be used for a range of alignment and bite concerns, but they are not appropriate for every situation. Dr. Burton will evaluate the movements needed and explain whether aligners, braces or another approach makes sense for you.

How long does Invisalign take?

The estimate depends on your teeth, bite and treatment goals. Wearing the trays as directed and attending progress checks are part of following the plan. Ask what your estimated timeline includes and whether additional aligner stages may be needed before treatment is finished.

Are aligners better than braces?

The useful question is which approach fits your needs. Aligners can be removed for meals and cleaning, but consistent wear is essential. Braces stay attached and have their own cleaning and food-care requirements. Discuss the benefits and limitations of both at your examination.

Compare your options with braces

What are attachments?

Attachments are small tooth-colored shapes bonded to selected teeth to help the aligners guide movement. Their number and position depend on the movements planned. Ask whether your treatment would use attachments or elastics and how they may look.

Can teens and adults have clear-aligner treatment?

Both teens and adults can ask about aligners at a consultation. Suitability depends on individual needs and following treatment instructions. For a teen, include daily routines, school and responsibility for the trays in the discussion.

Invisalign for teens · Adult orthodontic treatment

Will I still need a retainer?

Yes. Retainers are a separate part of maintaining your result after active tooth movement. Follow the prescribed wear schedule and contact your orthodontist if a retainer is lost, damaged or no longer fits.

Clear-aligner care at our Hendersonville office

SmileMaker Orthodontics
711 E. Main Street, Suite 110
Hendersonville, TN 37075

Our East Main Street office offers a local place for people in Hendersonville and nearby Sumner County communities to discuss aligners and plan follow-up care. Mention Hendersonville when you request your consultation.

Hendersonville office details and directions

Clear-aligner care at our East Nashville office

SmileMaker Orthodontics
1077 E. Trinity Lane, Suite 101
Nashville, TN 37216

Our East Trinity Lane office offers a local place for people in East Nashville to discuss Invisalign and clear aligners and plan follow-up care. Mention East Nashville when you request your consultation.

East Nashville office details and directions

Call 615-865-6551 or request a free initial consultation. Our team will contact you to arrange your visit.