Medically reviewed by Dr. David Dung, DDS, MS, Board-Certified Orthodontist.
Invisalign Clear Aligners in Honolulu & ʻAiea, HI
Invisalign® is a series of clear, custom-made aligners that gently move your teeth into place without metal brackets or wires. As a Blue Diamond Plus Provider, Dung Orthodontics brings deep, high-volume Invisalign experience to every patient across our Honolulu and ʻAiea offices, with three board-certified orthodontists and fully digital, no-putty scanning.
If you want a straighter smile without anyone knowing you are in treatment, clear aligners are an excellent alternative to traditional braces. They are removable, comfortable, and made to fit your daily life on Oʻahu, whether you are a working professional, a busy parent, or a teen who would rather skip the metal. Below is everything you need to know about how Invisalign works, who it helps, and why families across Honolulu and ʻAiea trust Dung Orthodontics with their smiles.
What Is Invisalign?
Invisalign uses a set of smooth, BPA-free clear aligners worn over your teeth. Each aligner is slightly different from the last, and as you move through the series, your teeth shift a little at a time toward their ideal position. You wear each set for about one to two weeks, 20 to 22 hours a day, removing them only to eat, drink, brush, and floss. Because they are nearly invisible and fully removable, most people will never notice you are straightening your smile, and you can keep eating the foods you love with no restrictions.
Why Choose Dung Orthodontics for Invisalign
Invisalign is only as good as the orthodontist planning your treatment. At Dung Orthodontics, your care is led by three board-certified specialists, Dr. David Dung, Dr. Kaitlyn Tom, and Dr. Lauren Todoki, each a Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics. A few reasons patients choose us:
- Blue Diamond Plus Provider. This recognition reflects the experience and case volume of our doctors, so you benefit from orthodontists who treat a wide range of cases with Invisalign every day.
- Invisalign with mandibular advancement. For growing teens with an overbite, we offer the Invisalign System with mandibular advancement, which guides the lower jaw forward while straightening the teeth in one treatment.
- Fully digital iTero® scanning. We capture your smile with a comfortable digital scanner. No goopy putty impressions, and you can preview your projected results on screen.
- Specialist-led planning. Because orthodontics is all we do, your plan is built for efficient, predictable movement, which protects your time and your investment.
- Two convenient offices plus Molokaʻi outreach. Care close to home in Honolulu and ʻAiea, backed by decades of caring for Oʻahu families since 1987.
How Invisalign Works at Our Office
- Complimentary consultation. We examine your smile, discuss your goals, and confirm Invisalign is right for you.
- Digital scan and preview. Using the iTero scanner, we map your teeth and show you a preview of your new smile before treatment begins.
- Your custom aligners. Your aligners are made just for you and delivered in sets. You switch to the next set about every one to two weeks.
- Quick progress visits. You will see us periodically so we can check your progress and hand off your next aligners.
- Your finished smile and retention. When treatment is complete, we fit you with retainers to keep your new smile in place for the long term.
Who Is a Good Candidate for Invisalign?
Invisalign treats a wide range of orthodontic concerns for both adults and teens, including:
- Crowded teeth with too little room
- Gaps and spacing between teeth
- Overbite, underbite, and crossbite
- Mild to moderate relapse after previous orthodontic treatment
The best way to know if you are a candidate is a quick consultation. For complex bites, our board-certified orthodontists can tell you honestly whether Invisalign, braces, or a combination will give you the best result.
Invisalign Teen in Honolulu & ʻAiea
Teens love that Invisalign lets them straighten their smiles without metal braces showing in every photo. Invisalign Teen aligners include built-in wear indicators that help parents and our team confirm they are being worn enough, and because they are removable, brushing, flossing, sports, and instruments are all easier. Most teens are good candidates once their permanent teeth have come in, usually around age 13 or 14. Explore our adolescent treatment options, and we will walk your family through the plan and the cost at your free consultation.
Invisalign and Angel Aligners
Dung Orthodontics offers both Invisalign and Angel Aligners as in-office clear-aligner options. Having more than one trusted aligner system means your orthodontist can match the right technology to your specific smile and goals rather than a one-size-fits-all approach. We will recommend the option best suited to your case at your consultation.
How Much Does Invisalign Cost?
Most Invisalign treatment in Honolulu runs between $3,500 and $8,000 depending on your case, and Dung Orthodontics offers in-house no-interest plans from $200 a month plus full insurance filing. For a complete breakdown of pricing, insurance, and financing, see our Invisalign cost page.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does Invisalign treatment take?
Most patients complete treatment in 12 to 18 months, though simple cases can finish in as little as six months. Your timeline depends on your goals and how consistently you wear your aligners.
What is a Blue Diamond Plus Provider?
Invisalign recognizes providers by the number of cases they treat. A Blue Diamond Plus designation reflects significant Invisalign experience, which means your treatment is guided by a team that works with these aligners every day.
Is Invisalign as effective as braces?
For most crowding, spacing, and bite concerns, Invisalign is just as effective as braces when worn as directed. For certain complex cases, our orthodontists will tell you honestly if braces or a combined approach would work better.
Does Invisalign hurt?
Most people feel mild, temporary pressure for a day or two when they start a new set of aligners. That feeling means your teeth are moving, and it fades quickly. There are no metal brackets or wires to irritate your cheeks.
Schedule Your Free Invisalign Consultation
Ready to see your new smile before you begin? Our board-certified orthodontists will scan your teeth, preview your results, and build a plan that fits your life and budget, at no cost and with no pressure. Call our Honolulu office at (808) 941-5241 or our ʻAiea office at (808) 488-0026, or request an appointment online. Proudly serving Honolulu, ʻAiea, Pearl City, and communities across Oʻahu.