Invisalign at Becker Orthodontics
Invisalign is the most widely used clear aligner brand in the world, with over 20 million patients treated since 1998. At Becker Orthodontics, Dr. Ryan Becker plans every Invisalign case personally, using iTero digital scans to map each tooth movement before your first aligner is made. Patients from Phoenixville, Plymouth Meeting, and surrounding Montgomery and Chester County communities visit us for treatment that fits work schedules, school routines, and sports seasons.
Becker Orthodontics is a certified Invisalign provider. You can verify our practice on the official Invisalign doctor site by searching the 19460 or 19462 zip codes. Certification matters because Invisalign aligners are only manufactured for doctors who complete Align Technology’s clinical training.
What Is Invisalign?
Invisalign aligners are removable trays made from SmartTrack, a patented thermoplastic developed specifically for moving teeth. Each tray in your series shifts your teeth about 0.25 millimeters closer to their planned position. Because the material is thin and transparent, most people around you will never notice you are in treatment.
Unlike mail-order aligner kits, Invisalign treatment at our office includes in-person supervision at every stage. Dr. Becker checks your progress every 6 to 8 weeks and adjusts the plan when your teeth need it.
How Invisalign Treatment Works
- Free consultation – Dr. Becker examines your bite, discusses your goals, and confirms whether Invisalign suits your case.
- Digital scan – An iTero scanner captures a 3D model of your teeth in minutes, with no impression trays or putty.
- Treatment preview – You see a simulation of your projected result before committing to anything.
- Aligner wear – You receive several sets at a time and wear each one 20 to 22 hours a day for one to two weeks.
- Progress visits – Short check-ups every 6 to 8 weeks keep your treatment on schedule.
- Retention – After your last aligner, custom retainers protect your new smile. Learn more on our retainers page.
Invisalign vs Traditional Braces
Many patients weigh Invisalign against metal braces before starting treatment. Both straighten teeth reliably, and Dr. Becker offers both at our offices. The table below shows how they compare on the points patients ask about most. If brackets and wires suit your case better, see our metal braces page. Comparing aligner brands instead? We also offer Spark Clear Aligners.
| Factor | Invisalign | Traditional braces |
|---|---|---|
| Visibility | Nearly invisible clear trays | Visible brackets and wires |
| Food restrictions | None, aligners come out for meals | Hard, sticky, and crunchy foods off-limits |
| Typical treatment time | 6 to 18 months | 18 to 24 months |
| Office visits | Every 6 to 8 weeks | Every 4 to 6 weeks |
| Best for | Mild to moderate crowding, spacing, most bite issues | Complex rotations and severe bite corrections |
