Straighten your smile with clear, removable aligners and in-person care from our Evergreen Park dental team.
Crowded teeth are harder to keep clean, and gaps or a slightly uneven bite can make you feel self-conscious when you talk or laugh. Many adults and teens want straighter teeth without metal brackets and wires. Invisalign uses a series of clear, removable aligners that move teeth a little at a time, and most people around you may never notice them.
Dental Group of Evergreen Park is an Invisalign provider and an office of Dental Group of Chicago on South Pulaski Road. Dr. Christopher Klee, who holds a DDS from the University at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine, and Dr. Manasa Kanneganti, who earned her DDS at the University of Detroit Mercy, see patients here. As your Evergreen Park dentist, our team handles your exam, digital scan, and check-ins in one office.
Invisalign can correct many common alignment problems, including crowded teeth, spaces between teeth, and some mild bite issues. Crowding that makes flossing hard and small gaps that trap food are common reasons people ask about aligners. Your teeth and gums need to be healthy first, so we check for cavities and gum problems through our general dentistry in Evergreen Park before treatment begins.
Supervision matters with any aligner. According to the FDA’s guidance on clear dental aligners, aligners are prescription devices, and in-person exams and periodic visits during treatment help lower risks such as an uneven bite and unintended tooth movement. The FDA has not authorized aligners sold directly to consumers without a dentist or orthodontist overseeing care. Our dentists see you in person from start to finish.
Dr. Klee earned his dental degree from the University at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine and completed an Advanced Education in General Dentistry residency at A.T. Still University. He focuses on prevention, patient education, and calm, unhurried visits.
Dr. Kanneganti earned her biology degree and her dental degree from the University of Detroit Mercy. She brings a compassionate, patient-first approach to every visit and enjoys building lasting relationships with Evergreen Park families.
The FDA describes several ways clear aligners differ from traditional braces. Both move teeth over time, but they feel very different in daily life.
Aligners are not right for every case. More complex orthodontic problems may need traditional braces or another treatment, and your exam shows which path fits your teeth. If your exam points toward another approach, we explain why and talk through your next steps.
Treatment follows a clear set of steps, and we explain each one before it starts, so you always know what comes next.
Your first visit is a chance to see whether aligners fit your needs. We begin with an exam and digital X-rays to confirm your teeth and gums are healthy. Then we take a digital scan of your teeth, which is used to design your custom aligners. We also ask about your goals, such as closing a gap or easing crowding, so the plan matches what you want.
Patients typically wear each aligner for one to two weeks before moving to the next set. Each new set moves your teeth a little closer to their final position. Wear your aligners at least 20 hours a day, or as your dentist directs. Total treatment length depends on how much your teeth need to shift.
Regular visits let us see how your teeth are moving and adjust the plan if needed. These visits are also a good time to ask questions about fit or comfort.
Teeth can drift back toward their old positions once treatment ends. Your dentist may recommend a retainer to keep your teeth from shifting back. Ask your dentist how often to wear it and how to keep it clean.
Clear aligners fit into daily life with a few new habits. Here are quick answers to common questions once treatment starts.
No. Take your aligners out to eat, then brush your teeth before you put them back in so food does not get trapped against your teeth.
Aligners can be lost or damaged. If that happens, call our office so we can help you stay on track. Storing trays in a case whenever they are out of your mouth can help prevent this.
Mild pressure for a day or two after you switch to a new set is common. The FDA also notes that temporary changes in speech may occur while you get used to the trays.
Yes. Wearing them while you sleep makes it much easier to reach at least 20 hours a day.
We offer Invisalign for both teens and adults. Clear aligners work for a teen who wears them as directed, and parents can help by keeping an eye on wear time. Teens can also bring their own questions to each check-in, so they stay involved in their care. Our family dentistry in Evergreen Park team can line up check-ins with the rest of the household’s cleanings.
The cost of Invisalign depends on how much your teeth need to move. Some dental plans include orthodontic benefits that may help, and our team reviews your coverage with you and explains your costs up front.
New patients without insurance can start with our $99 new-patient visit, which includes an initial cleaning, a comprehensive exam, and a full set of digital X-rays. Financing options and payment plans are also available, and our insurance and financing details explain your choices.
Your exam, scan, and check-ins all happen in our office, with dentists who already know your teeth. We work to keep appointments on time, and an intraoral camera lets you see your own teeth on screen as we review your progress. Since many families already see us for cleanings, aligner care and routine care can stay in one place.
Evening hours Monday through Thursday and second-Saturday appointments help busy families stay on schedule, and our team can help you plan check-ins around school and work. Once your teeth are straight, our cosmetic dentistry in Evergreen Park options, such as whitening, can help finish your smile.
Treatment time depends on your case, including how much your teeth need to move and how consistently you wear your aligners. We give you a personal estimate after your exam and digital scan.
Wear your aligners at least 20 hours a day, or as your dentist directs. Take them out to eat and to brush and floss your teeth.
Yes, Invisalign can work for many teens as well as adults. The key is wearing the aligners as directed, and our check-ins help keep treatment on track.
Some dental plans include orthodontic benefits that may apply to Invisalign. Our team checks your coverage and explains your costs before treatment starts.
Many people feel pressure or mild soreness for a day or two after switching to a new set of aligners. This usually fades as your teeth adjust.
Gum disease and cavities should be treated before aligner treatment begins. Once your teeth and gums are healthy, we can plan your aligners.
We are at 9825 S. Pulaski Rd, Suite 1, Evergreen Park, IL 60805, on South Pulaski Road between 98th and 99th Streets near the Oak Lawn border.
Aligners only move teeth while they are in your mouth, so skipping wear time may slow your progress. Put them back in as soon as you can, and call our office if a tray no longer fits well.
Select any Book Appointment button on this page to choose a time, or call our office, and our team will confirm your visit.
Our office holds a 4.9-star average from more than 230 Google reviews, and patients often mention friendly staff, flexible scheduling, and doctors who take time to explain. Meet our Evergreen Park dentists who guide each aligner case.
A consultation is the easiest way to find out whether clear aligners fit your teeth and your schedule. We can check your teeth, talk through your options, and answer your questions about wear time and cost. When you are ready, book your Invisalign consultation with our team.
9825 S. Pulaski Rd, Suite 1
Evergreen Park, IL 60805
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