Joplin & Pittsburg Clear Aligners
A Straighter Smile Without the Metal
LaFerla Wilson Orthodontics offers Angel Aligners and Invisalign to help you get a straighter smile without brackets or wires. These removable aligners fit into your daily life, so you have the freedom to eat what you love and brush with ease.
A Clearer Path to Smiles
Clear aligners give you a modern, easy way to realign your teeth without the hassle of metal brackets and wires. At LaFerla Wilson Orthodontics, we use Angel Aligners and Invisalign for a comfortable, customized orthodontic treatment plan.
These removable, nearly invisible aligners slowly move your teeth into place using a series of custom-made trays. With fewer food restrictions and easy maintenance, clear aligners let you live your life—while transforming your smile.
Hidden Treatment, Visible
Clear aligners bring orthodontic care into the next generation, offering a comfortable and convenient alternative to braces while effectively treating various cases. Here’s why more patients than ever are choosing aligners:
Under-the-Radar Treatment
Unlike metal braces, clear aligners are virtually invisible. They slip over your teeth like a snug mouthguard, allowing you to straighten your smile discreetly—whether at school, work, or out with friends.
Convenient, Comfortable Aligners
Life is busy, and your orthodontic treatment should fit into it—not disrupt it.
Removable aligners mean zero food restrictions—enjoy all your favorite meals without worry. Brushing and flossing stay simple and stress-free without brackets or wires.
Wear them for the best results at least 22 hours daily, then pop them out when needed.
Molded for Comfort
Clear aligners are made from smooth, flexible, BPA-free plastic, ensuring a comfortable fit with no poking wires or irritation. Many patients say they forget they’re even wearing them!
Your Orthodontic Blueprint
Your smile is unique, and your aligners should be, too.
Using advanced 3D modeling, we design each set of aligners to fit your exact dental structure for a precise, efficient treatment. With digital technology, you can preview your future smile before treatment begins!
The Inside Scoop on Clear Aligners
At LaFerla Wilson Orthodontics, orthodontic treatment should be convenient, comfortable, and customized just for you. With Angel Aligners and Invisalign, we use advanced digital treatment planning to reorient your smile without brackets or wires.
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Meet Your Smile Architects
Your journey starts with a free consultation at our Joplin or Pittsburg office. Dr. LaFerla or Dr. Wilson will evaluate your teeth, discuss your goals, and determine if clear aligners fit you.
If you’re a good candidate, our team will walk you through the treatment process, review costs and flexible financing options, and answer all your questions before getting started.
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See Your Digital Grin
Say goodbye to messy impressions! Using our iTero digital scanner, we’ll capture a precise 3D image of your teeth to design a custom treatment plan. This advanced technology lets us map out your entire smile transformation from start to finish—so you’ll know exactly what to expect.
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Get Your Custom Clear Aligners
Once your aligners are ready, you’ll pick them up and start wearing them 20 to 22 hours a day, only removing them to eat, drink, brush, and floss. Each set of aligners will gently shift your teeth, bringing you closer to your dream smile without the hassle of metal braces.
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Smile Progress Checkpoints
Roughly every week, you’ll switch to a new set of aligners, following a treatment plan customized for your smile. There are no wires to tighten or brackets to adjust.
You’ll visit us for regular check-ins so Dr. LaFerla or Dr. Wilson can monitor your progress and make any necessary tweaks.
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Your Big Reveal
You'll reveal a beautifully straight smile when you remove your last set of clear aligners! But the journey doesn’t stop there—keeping your results is just as important as getting them.
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Trade In Your Aligners for Retainers
Teeth have a natural tendency to shift over time, but wearing a custom retainer will help keep your smile in place for life. We’ll provide you with a high-quality, removable retainer so you can maintain your results with ease—eventually, you’ll only need to wear it at night.
Clear Aligners for Kids
Clear aligners can be a gentle, effective option for young children who need early orthodontic intervention. Designed for kids as young as six, these aligners help address issues like crowding, spacing, and misaligned teeth while guiding proper jaw development.
By starting treatment early, Dr. LaFerla and Dr. Wilson can help create the foundation for a healthy, well-aligned smile—often making future orthodontic care easier and more efficient.
Early Intervention Benefits
- Addresses spacing and crowding: Clear aligners gently correct early alignment issues, preventing more severe problems as your child grows.
- Guides jaw growth: Aligners help encourage proper jaw development, leading to a healthier bite and a more balanced smile.
- Provides comfort and confidence: These smooth, removable aligners are nearly invisible, offering a comfortable and discreet option for kids who may feel self-conscious about orthodontic treatment.
Regular Check-Ups
Routine visits to LaFerla Wilson Orthodontics ensure your child's teeth are shifting properly and their jaw is developing as it should. At each check-up, Dr. LaFerla or Dr. Wilson will assess their progress and make any necessary adjustments to keep treatment on track.
Aligners for Teens
Treatment that Makes Teens Happy
Every teen is different, and no single treatment works for everyone—that’s why LaFerla Wilson Orthodontics offers customized clear aligner options like Angel Aligners and Invisalign for teens in Joplin and Pittsburg.
Enjoy (Almost) Invisibility
Your clear aligners are practically invisible, so your orthodontic treatment stays under the radar. Made from smooth, transparent plastic, they fit snugly over your teeth—letting you smile confidently through every stage of treatment.
Eat What You Like
Craving popcorn or your favorite crunchy snack? No problem! Because clear aligners are removable, there are no food restrictions. Just take them out to eat, brush, and floss, and keep your smile clean and healthy with ease.
Do What You Love
With no brackets or wires, clear aligners let you continue playing sports, performing on stage, or practicing your instrument without discomfort or worries. The smooth plastic means no irritation or cuts—just a treatment that fits your lifestyle.
Keep Going Strong
Wearing your aligners at least 22 hours a day is key to staying on schedule. Some clear aligners come with wear indicators that fade over time, helping both you and your orthodontist ensure you’re staying on track for the best results.
Start Your Aligner Treatment Today
To find out if you're a candidate for clear aligner treatment, schedule your free consultation with Dr. LaFarla or Dr. Wilson today online or by calling us at (417) 744-6222 in Joplin or (417) 900-2728 in Pittsburg.