Invisalign

Invisalign Clear Aligners in Charlotte

A discreet, beautifully engineered way to straighten your smile, designed around your life, your look, and the confidence you carry into every room.

Two real patients sharing confident, straightened smiles, Invisalign in Charlotte

Invisalign is a clear, removable aligner system that gently straightens your teeth without metal braces. At Destination Smile in Charlotte's SouthPark, Dr. Patrick Broome designs each plan from a precise digital scan (no goopy impressions) so you can preview your future smile before you begin. The aligners are nearly invisible and you take them out to eat, drink, and brush.

A straighter smile, quietly

Some of the most transformative things we do are the ones no one sees happening. Invisalign is exactly that: a series of clear, custom aligners that move your teeth into beautiful alignment so gradually and so discreetly that the only thing people notice is the smile at the end of it.

There are no brackets, no wires, no metal flashing back at you in photos. You simply wear a smooth, nearly invisible aligner that's been shaped precisely for your teeth, and swap it for the next one in the series as your smile settles into place. For the busy professionals, parents, and public faces who come to us in SouthPark, it's the rare improvement you can make to yourself without the world ever knowing you're mid-journey, until the day your new smile arrives.

Is Invisalign right for you?

Invisalign is a wonderful fit for adults and older teens who'd love a more confident, evenly aligned smile but don't want to spend that time in visible braces. It can address crowding, gaps, and many bite concerns, though the right answer always depends on your individual smile, which is exactly what your consultation is for.

The one quality that matters most isn't clinical at all: it's commitment. Because the aligners are removable, the results follow the time you give them. Worn faithfully, typically through most of the day and night, they do their quiet work beautifully. If your goals are more extensive, Dr. Broome may guide you toward another path or pair clear aligners with the broader vision of a Smile Project. Either way, you'll leave your consultation knowing precisely what's possible for you.

The experience at Destination Smile

Your journey begins not with a tray of putty, but with a fast, comfortable digital scan. In a few quiet minutes, a handheld wand captures a precise three-dimensional map of your teeth. No impressions, no gagging, no mess. From that scan, we can show you a digital preview of how your smile is expected to move, step by step, before a single aligner is made.

That preview is one of the quiet luxuries of doing this with us: you get to see where you're going. From there, your custom aligners are crafted, and your visits become refreshingly simple: brief, calm check-ins to confirm everything is tracking as designed. It's orthodontics reimagined for people who value their time and their privacy.

Invisalign vs. traditional braces

Both straighten teeth; they simply do it very differently, and the right choice is personal.

Invisalign is clear and removable. You take the aligners out to eat the foods you love, to brush and floss exactly as you always have, and for the moments that matter: a presentation, a dinner, a photograph. There's nothing to flash in your smile and no dietary restrictions to plan around. Many patients also find clear aligners more comfortable, with no brackets or wires to irritate the cheeks and lips.

Traditional braces are fixed in place, which can make them a strong choice for certain complex movements, and because they're always working, they don't depend on remembering to wear them. The trade-off is visibility, food restrictions, and a different oral-care routine. In your consultation, Dr. Broome will walk you through which approach best serves your smile, your bite, and your lifestyle, so the decision feels clear and confident.

Your results, and keeping them

The reward is a smile that looks effortlessly, naturally straight: the kind of alignment that quietly elevates your whole face and the way you carry yourself. Many patients tell us the real change isn't only in the mirror; it's in how readily they smile, how comfortably they speak, the small hesitations that simply fall away.

Like any orthodontic result, a beautifully aligned smile is something we help you protect. Once your teeth have reached their new home, a retainer keeps them there. We'll guide you on wearing it so the smile you've invested in stays exactly as lovely as the day you finished.

Why Dr. Broome, and our technology

Destination Smile is led by Dr. Patrick Broome, a cosmetic dentist and an Accreditation Candidate with the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, pursuing the field's most rigorous, peer-reviewed credential. That cosmetic eye matters more than you'd expect with clear aligners: straightening teeth is only worthwhile when the finished smile is genuinely, artfully beautiful.

Our practice is built on precision technology (digital scanning, advanced 3D imaging, and digital smile design) so your plan is mapped with exacting accuracy and you can see the destination before you set out. For many of our patients, Invisalign is one elegant chapter in a larger story: the comprehensive, identity-restoring transformation we call the Smile Project.

An investment in how you show up

We believe a confident smile is one of the most quietly powerful investments you can make in yourself. It travels with you into every introduction, every meeting, every photograph, for the rest of your life. We'll be transparent and thoughtful about the investment your individual plan involves, and we offer ways to make beautiful, refined dentistry feel attainable.

The most meaningful place to begin is a conversation. In your consultation, you'll see what's possible, understand your options clearly, and decide, with no pressure, whether this is the right moment to begin.

Medically reviewed by Dr. Patrick Broome, DMD, MBA, FAGD · AACD Accreditation Candidate · Last reviewed July 2026

Your questions, answered.

How long does Invisalign treatment take?

It varies from person to person, depending on how much your smile needs to move and how consistently you wear your aligners. Some smiles are refined in a matter of months, while more involved cases take longer. Dr. Broome will give you a personalized estimate at your consultation, and your digital preview will show you the full arc of your journey before you begin.

Are the aligners really invisible?

They're clear, smooth, and discreet, designed to be very difficult for others to notice in everyday conversation. Most people will have no idea you're wearing them, which is precisely the point. It's one of the reasons Invisalign is so beloved by professionals and anyone who'd rather keep their smile journey quietly to themselves.

Does Invisalign hurt?

Most patients describe a gentle pressure or tightness for a short while when they move to a new aligner, a reassuring sign that your teeth are shifting as designed. It's typically mild and settles quickly, and many find it far more comfortable than traditional braces, since there are no brackets or wires to irritate your cheeks and lips.

Can I eat and drink normally?

Yes, and that's one of the loveliest advantages. Because the aligners are removable, you simply take them out to eat and drink, so there are no foods you have to give up. You'll brush and floss exactly as you normally do, then slip the aligners back in. We'll guide you on caring for them so they stay crystal clear.

How often do I need to wear my aligners?

Results follow consistency. Aligners are designed to be worn for most of the day and night, taken out mainly for meals, drinks, and brushing, and then worn faithfully the rest of the time. The more dependably you wear them, the more beautifully and predictably your smile moves toward its finish. Dr. Broome will share the specific wear guidance for your plan.

Will I need a retainer afterward?

Yes. Once your teeth have reached their beautiful new alignment, a retainer holds them there; it's how we protect the smile you've invested in. We'll show you exactly how to wear it so your results stay lovely.

Is the digital scan uncomfortable?

Not at all. It's one of the nicest surprises of the whole process. There are no messy putty impressions and nothing to make you gag. A small handheld wand glides over your teeth and captures a precise 3D model in just a few comfortable minutes, which we then use to design your plan and show you a preview of your future smile.

How is Invisalign different from braces?

Invisalign uses clear, removable aligners, so it's discreet, comfortable, and lets you eat and clean your teeth normally, with nothing visible in your smile. Traditional braces are fixed in place and can be well-suited to certain complex movements, with the trade-offs of visibility and food restrictions. In your consultation, Dr. Broome will recommend the approach that best fits your smile and your life.

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