Invisalign for adults
Clear aligners that fit professional and social life. Most adult cases run 6 to 18 months.
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Teens & Adults
Orthodontics for Teens & Adults - It Is Not Too Late
The orthodontics on offer for adults today is faster, more discreet, and more effective than ever. Whether it is finishing what was skipped as a kid or fixing something that has shifted over the years, the answer is rarely "too late."
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The Adult Options
Clear ceramic braces
Tooth-coloured brackets that look much less prominent than metal, with all the predictability of fixed appliances.
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3D-printed custom brackets. Often shorter treatment, better fit, and a lower profile than standard metal braces.
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The jaw is set
Adult jaws have stopped growing, so growth-modification options are off the table. The work is on tooth position, with surgery only for genuinely severe cases (see surgical orthodontics).
Compliance is usually easier
Adults wear Invisalign trays the full 22 hours a day, brush around brackets the way they were told, and turn up to appointments. The whole treatment usually moves faster as a result.
Hygiene matters more
Adult gum and bone tissue is less forgiving of plaque around brackets. Hygiene coaching and slightly more frequent cleanings are part of the plan.
Retainers are forever
Adult teeth shift back toward where they started if the retainer is not worn. Nightly retainer wear for the long haul is the trade-off for a result that lasts.
Teen & Adult Orthodontics FAQs
Is there an upper age limit for orthodontic treatment?
No. As long as teeth and gums are healthy, orthodontic treatment works at any adult age. Rivers Edge has treated patients in their 60s and 70s.
Does adult orthodontic treatment take longer than treatment for kids?
Not always - sometimes the opposite, because adult compliance is usually better. Length is driven by the case, not the age.
How much does adult orthodontic treatment cost?
Comparable to teen treatment, depending on the option chosen. Estimate at the free consult, with direct insurance billing and interest-free monthly financing.
Will Invisalign or clear braces be obvious to my coworkers?
With Invisalign, often not at all. With clear ceramic braces or Lightforce, much less than traditional metal.
Do adults need a referral for orthodontics?
No referral is required. Book the free consultation directly.
Why Rivers Edge
What makes Rivers Edge different
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A dual-trained specialist
Pediatric dentistry and orthodontics in one doctor - a rare combination in Alberta.
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In-clinic anesthesia
Complex cases handled in our clinic, with no multi-month hospital wait list.
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Calm, kid-first care
Gentle, child-paced visits with sedation options for anxious and special-needs kids.
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Two Alberta locations
Convenient care in both Fort Saskatchewan and Fort McMurray.
Meet Your Specialist
Dr. Darren Isfeld, DDS
Dual-trained specialist - pediatric dentistry & orthodontics
A rare combination in Alberta. One specialist for your child's whole growing smile - so you're not handed off between practices as they age. Certified in both pediatric dentistry and orthodontics, Dr. Isfeld treats every child himself.
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We're Looking Forward To Seeing Your Smile
Two locations in Fort Saskatchewan and Fort McMurray. Whether it's your child's first visit or a follow-up, fill out the form and we'll call you back to book.
- No referral required. Book directly.
- Direct billing. Most insurance plans.
- CDCP accepted. Canadian Dental Care Plan.
- Flexible financing. Payment plans available.
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