Invisalign straightens adult teeth with clear, removable aligners that fit around work meetings and daily life. Efros Orthodontics provides this treatment at our Latham office. We treat adults at every stage, whether you skipped braces as a teen or your bite has shifted with age. Most adult cases finish in 12 to 18 months.
Too late for straight teeth?
No. Teeth can be moved safely at almost any age as long as gums and bone are healthy. We evaluate your bite, your dental history and your goals before recommending a plan.
What changes as you get older
Treatment sometimes takes a little longer for adults, since adult bone does not remodel as quickly as a teenager’s. A digital scan and X-rays at your first visit show us what we are working with before any aligner is made.
How does Invisalign fit a work schedule?
Aligners are swapped at home every one to two weeks. You remove them to eat and to brush, then return to meetings or calls without anyone noticing a change.
What a typical visit looks like
Progress checks happen about every 6 to 8 weeks, and unlike adult braces, there is no wire to adjust at these visits. Our Latham office is open Monday through Thursday from 8:00am to 5:00pm and Friday from 7:30am to 3:00pm.
Will people notice you wearing aligners?
Clear aligners are difficult to spot in conversation or in photos, which is why many working adults choose them over metal brackets. Wear time matters most here, aligners need 20 to 22 hours a day to stay on schedule.
Invisalign or braces: which fits your life?
Both options move teeth effectively, but they suit different routines and preferences. The table below compares the two paths we discuss most often with adult patients.
| Factor | Invisalign | Braces |
|---|---|---|
| Visibility | Nearly invisible | Visible metal or ceramic brackets |
| Removable | Yes, for eating and brushing | No, fixed to teeth |
| Typical timeline | 12 to 18 months | 12 to 30 months |
| Diet restrictions | None while removed | Avoid sticky candy, popcorn, hard nuts, ice |
| Office visits | Every 6 to 8 weeks | Every 4 to 6 weeks |
Adults who prefer brackets or ceramic options can ask about braces at the same visit, and the way Invisalign aligners move teeth works the same at every age.
How every Invisalign plan starts here
Every plan begins with an iTero digital scan. This handheld wand builds a 3D model of your teeth in minutes instead of using putty impressions. That same digital model is what your aligners are made from. Digital panoramic and cephalometric X-rays round out the picture before any treatment plan is proposed.
Why choose this Latham office for Invisalign?
Efros Orthodontics is part of a nine-office practice. Dr. Greg Efros is a Diamond Invisalign provider, placing him in the top 1% of Invisalign providers nationally. Our Latham office is at 17 Johnson Road. Dr. Robin Lozman has practiced orthodontics in Latham since 1997. She earned her DMD and a Master’s in Education at the University of Pennsylvania. She completed a two-year residency at the Eastman Dental Center. There she treated children, adults, cleft palate patients and surgical orthodontic cases. Patients keep the same team and the same Latham location today. You can read more on her bio page.
The office sits off Route 9 with parking directly at the door. This is convenient for patients from Loudonville, Cohoes, Watervliet, Waterford, Clifton Park and Halfmoon. It also suits North Colonie and Shaker school families. Financing is available with 0% interest plans and payments as low as $99 a month in some cases, and we are in-network with most major insurance plans. Learn more about payment options or visit the our Latham office page for directions.
If you have children or teens who also need an evaluation, the American Association of Orthodontists recommends a first check by age 7. Our Invisalign for teens page covers clear aligners for teens. A free consultation with X-rays and a digital scan is the easiest way to see what Invisalign would look like for your case.
Invisalign for Adults questions from Latham patients
Does Invisalign work on adults with years of dental history?
Yes, Invisalign treats mild to moderate crowding, spacing and bite issues in adults. This includes cases where teeth have shifted after earlier braces. A digital scan at your consultation shows whether your case is straightforward or needs a more detailed plan.
How noticeable are aligners during a workday?
Aligners are clear and fit closely over your teeth, so most coworkers and clients will not notice them in conversation. They come out for meals and photos if you prefer, then go back in without disrupting your day.
What if you miss wearing aligners for a day?
Falling short of 20 to 22 hours a day slows your progress and can mean an aligner no longer fits properly. Put them back in as soon as you can, and we review wear time at your 6 to 8 week check-ins.
Can insurance or financing help cover adult Invisalign?
Yes, we are in-network with most major insurance plans and offer 0% interest financing with payments as low as $99 per month in some cases. Our team walks through both options during your consultation so there are no surprises.
