Straight Teeth, Stealth Mode
Invisalign moves teeth with a series of clear, custom-made aligners — each worn about two weeks, each nudging your teeth a fraction of a millimetre closer to the plan. No metal, no wires, no "brace face": just smooth plastic that most people never notice, removable for meals, meetings and photos. Dr. Jaswinder Grewal is a certified Invisalign provider, and treatment happens entirely here at 990 River Road — no separate orthodontist's office across town.
Why Adults (and Teens) Choose Aligners
- Nearly invisible — colleagues and cameras won't spot them
- Removable — eat anything, brush and floss normally; no food-in-braces era
- Comfortable — smooth edges, no wire pokes, no emergency bracket repairs
- Predictable — your digital treatment plan shows the projected result before you begin
- Fewer, faster check-ins — brief progress visits, easy to schedule around work and school
- Hygienic — cleaning your teeth normally through treatment protects your gums and enamel
What Invisalign Treats Well
Crowding, gaps, relapsed post-braces drift ("I had braces as a teen and stopped wearing my retainer" is our most common consultation), rotated teeth, and many bite issues including overbite and crossbite variants. Severe skeletal discrepancies still belong with specialist orthodontics — if that's you, we'll say so plainly at the consultation and point you to the right care.
Your Invisalign Journey
1. Consultation & scan. We assess your bite, discuss goals and capture records. You'll see a digital projection of your finished smile — stage by stage — before deciding anything.
2. Your aligner series arrives. We verify the fit of your first trays, place any small tooth-coloured attachments that give aligners grip, and send you off with several stages.
3. Progress visits. Quick check-ins every 6–10 weeks keep movement on track. Wear each stage ~22 hours a day and the plan takes care of itself.
4. Retention. Aligners done, we fit retainers to lock in the result — and many patients finish with a round of whitening while the trays are still handy.
Invisalign — Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Invisalign cost in Ottawa?
Typically $3,500–$8,000 depending on case complexity, with simple cosmetic alignments at the lower end. Many dental insurance plans include orthodontic coverage that applies, and monthly financing spreads the rest. You'll get an exact quote at your consultation — see our Invisalign cost guide for a detailed breakdown.
How long does Invisalign treatment take?
Simple crowding or spacing: often 6–10 months. Moderate cases: 12–18 months. You'll see the projected timeline on your digital treatment plan before starting — including a preview of how your teeth will move, stage by stage.
Does Invisalign hurt?
Each new aligner brings a day or two of gentle pressure — the feeling of teeth getting on with the job. It's far milder than traditional braces, with no wires to poke and no emergency visits for brackets.
Do I really have to wear them 22 hours a day?
Yes — that's the honest deal with removable aligners. Out for meals, coffee-with-milk and brushing; in the rest of the time, including sleep. Patients who treat them as removable-whenever get slow results; patients who follow the 22-hour rule finish on schedule.
Will I need a retainer afterwards?
Yes — teeth drift back without retention, after any orthodontics. Plan on nightly retainer wear at first, tapering to a few nights a week for the long term. It's a small habit that protects a large investment.