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INVISALIGN

Invisalign in Chicago

AMERICA’S #1 INVISALIGN PROVIDER ​for a reason

The Smile You've Always Wanted, Designed by the Nation's #1 Invisalign Provider.

Experience advanced Invisalign treatment with Invisalign Chicago's leading provider, creating customized smile transformations with precision and efficiency.

Schedule a complimentary assessment and digital smile preview.

The Smile You've Always Wanted, Designed by the Nation's #1 Invisalign Provider.

Experience advanced Invisalign treatment with Invisalign Chicago's leading provider, creating customized smile transformations with precision and efficiency.

Schedule a complimentary assessment and digital smile preview.

WHY CHOOSE THE CHICAGO DENTAL STUDIO?

INVISALIGN PROVIDER EXPERIENCE TIERS

BRONZE, SILVER, GOLD, OR  GOLD PLUS

Providers that treat 10 to 50+ Invisalign cases per year. 

PLATINUM OR PLATINUM PLUS

Providers that treat up to 200 cases per year. 

DIAMOND OR DIAMOND PLUS

Providers that treat hundreds of cases per year, the top 1%. 

SAPPHIRE

The Chicago Dental Studio, treating 5,000+ cases in 2025. 

5,000+ INVISALIGN PATIENTS HELPED

With more than 5,000 successful Invisalign smile transformations, The Chicago Dental Studio has become one of the nation’s most experienced providers of Invisalign treatment. Led by Dr. Nathan Hoffman, the team combines advanced digital treatment planning, cosmetic expertise, and personalized care to create predictable, natural-looking results.

As the #1 General Invisalign Provider in North America, recipient of Invisalign’s Lifetime Achievement Award, and home to one of Chicago’s most experienced Invisalign teams, Dr. Hoffman and team are trusted to treat everything from simple alignment to complex smile makeovers.

FAST & EASY

TREATMENT TIME CUT IN HALF

Many Invisalign patients complete treatment in 4–6 months, compared to the traditional 12–24+ month timeline.

Through advanced treatment planning, digital scanning technology, and customized aligner protocols, our team is able to treat many cases more efficiently while maintaining exceptional precision and results. Every smile is unique, and treatment time varies based on your individual needs.

#1 INVISALIGN PROVIDER IN NORTH AMERICA

The Chicago Dental Studio is proud to be recognized by Align Technology as the highest-ranked General Invisalign Provider in the United States, a Sapphire Provider.

Dr. Hoffman has also been recognized as a Top Doctor by NewBeauty and serves as the only dentist on the Illinois State Board of Health, reflecting our commitment to innovation, clinical excellence, and patient care.

We’re excited to offer patients the same customized, comfortable care that they can expect from Chicago’s best dentist and Invisalign provider.

 

We are thrilled to announce that Dr. Hoffman has been publically recognized with the Lifetime Achievement Award by Invisalign at the 2023 Invisalign GP Summit in Las Vegas.

This acknowledgment reflects our commitment to providing the highest quality of care to our patients. We’re incredibly proud of Dr. Hoffman and our entire team, and we look forward to continually setting new standards of excellence in dentistry!

Major Milestone for Chicago Dental Studio & Dr. Hoffman - Top Invisalign provider Chicago

INVISALIGN SPOTLIGHT: Invisalign Before and After

the BENEFITS of invisalign Treatment

BITE CORRECTION

So many people suffer from bite issues that make the day to day inconvenient and uncomfortable. Invisalign can help correct bite issues, often restoring functional issues, alleviating TMJ symptoms, and improving overall health and aesthetics.

Teeth straightening

Crooked teeth are the damper to many people’s confidence, and the thought of braces is often the only deterrent that prevents them from correcting their smiles.

Invisalign provides teeth alignment, but also facial balance, enhancing proportions and smile aesthetics twice as fast than other providers.

QUICK & CONVENIENT

We offer many time saving techniques in your Invisalign process – including digital impressions, same day smile reviews and propel technology, which makes Invisalign at our studio a convenient treatment option for patients who want a quick solution.

COMFORTABLE & PAINLESS

Invisalign trays are extremely comfortable to wear and are virtually invisible, making them one of the best dental solutions available for young professionals, adolescents, and older adults wondering how to correct crooked teeth.

WITH ADVANCED EXPERIENCE, WE MAKE COMPLEX CASES EASY.

ALL PATIENTS ARE CANDIDATES, AND MANY AVOID BRACES OR JAW SURGERY.

Before braces or invasive surgery, book a consultation with The Chicago Dental Studio.

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LUXURY SERVICE

Our custom, luxury approach comes standard throughout your entire treatment – no guessing games or DIY disasters here! This type of white-glove service allows us to deliver you accurate and fast results.

DIRECT COMMUNICATION

Enjoy direct communication with your Invisalgin team – including your doctor. There when you need them for whatever you need them for, throughout treatment.

WAIT LESS

Having such a high status and ranking with Invisalign enables our office to offer shorter turnaround times for aligner tray and retainer deliveries.

PAY WITH EASE

We accept all insurance coverage and HSA funds towards Invisalign treatment. Plus, we offer in-office payment plans as an added bonus to making your Invisalign dreams a reality.

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CDS Patient Featured in Invisalign Commercial

What's The Difference Between Invisalign & Traditional Braces?

While both traditional braces and Invisalign treatments are designed to improve your oral health and correct crooked teeth, there are quite a few differences between the two treatments.

Traditional braces require metal brackets to be adhered to your teeth. Rubber bands, ligatures, archwires, and metal bands are also installed in the mouth and are gradually tightened in order to straighten the teeth.

In contrast to this uncomfortable process, Invisalign simply uses clear plastic trays to straighten the teeth. No mental is used and clear invisalign trays are removable allowing you to keep your teeth clean and healthy while providing maximum comfort to your mouth.

Time is another difference, with braces requiring up to two years of treatment, while dental Invisalign can straighten your teeth in as little as one year.

Best Invisalign Dentist Chicago | The Chicago Dental Studio

Here at The Chicago Dental Studio, we offer Invisalign services to help our patients get the smile that they’ve been coveting.

Being a top Invisalign orthodontist, we understand both the practical and cosmetic effects that crooked teeth or a painful bite has and we want to use our dental services to help you have a more comfortable, confident smile.

The Chicago Dental Studio has studios in three different locations including West Loop, Mayfair, and River North.

If you’re ready to improve your smile and oral health, contact The Chicago Dental Studio today to schedule an appointment with our Invisalign orthodontist in Chicago.

INVISALIGN FAQ

As a leading Invisalign provider in Chicago, we go beyond simple alignment. At The Chicago Dental Studio, your treatment is approached as an art form, designed not only for function but also for facial harmony, long-term comfort, and total confidence.

Our experienced team combines digital precision with aesthetic detail, so your treatment plan isn’t just fast—it’s flawless. From your initial scan to your final clear retainer, every step is handled in-house with care, clarity, and expertise.

Invisalign is one of the most trusted names in clear aligner therapy, offering a discreet, sleek, and comfortable alternative to traditional braces. This can help adults and teens feel confident and understood in their desire for a subtle smile correction. 

Unlike braces, Invisalign clear aligners are made of smooth plastic and custom-molded to fit your smile. They’re easy to remove for eating, brushing, and flossing, giving you complete flexibility throughout the day. For patients who value both results and aesthetics, Invisalign offers the best of both worlds: modern orthodontics with minimal disruption to your daily lifestyle. 

To continue comparing Invisalign vs. Braces, check out our blog for more information.

Invisalign is a tool that allows you to straighten your teeth and align your bite properly by using a series of clear, removable aligners. The aligners are made from a patented thermoplastic material called SmartTrack, which was created exclusively for Invisalign.

Invisalign clear aligners are suitable for many adults and teens with mild to moderate crowding, spacing, or bite issues, encouraging those who might feel unsure about treatment options to consider Invisalign as a viable solution.

Are you a candidate? We’ll assess your smile goals and let you know if Invisalign is right for you or if a different approach might be more effective. While clear aligners can treat many cases, some patients may benefit more from traditional braces or a hybrid braces–Invisalign approach.

If you’re looking for Invisalign providers in Chicago and want to work with a team that prioritizes results, oral, whole-person health, and aesthetics equally, we’d love to meet you.

Contact us today to book your consultation or learn more about invisible aligners, personalized orthodontic plans, and what to expect with Invisalign treatment at The Chicago Dental Studio.

The Invisalign treatment process at The Chicago Dental Studio is highly personalized and designed to give you confidence that your smile is in expert hands with our experienced team, which has achieved Blue Diamond Plus Invisalign Provider status.

We start with a digital scan—no dreaded, messy impressions required. From there, we design your complete treatment plan using advanced imaging software that maps out every step of your tooth movement. Typically, you’ll wear each set for about 1 to 2 weeks, 22 hours a day, with minimal discomfort, making the process comfortable and convenient.

As your teeth shift into alignment, you’ll have periodic check-ins with your provider to ensure everything is progressing on schedule. Once treatment is complete, we’ll provide a custom Invisalign retainer to help maintain your results long-term, ensuring your smile stays exactly where it should be for years to come.

Today, there is no such thing as a case too complex for Invisalign. Invisalign is a tool that is just as capable as traditional braces when treated by the right person. The success of complex cases ultimately depends on the treating doctor’s skill and experience level, not the Invisalign technology itself. So. if you’re told you’re not a candidate, don’t ditch Invisalign, ditch the doctor.

Many dental insurances offer coverage for Invisalign treatment just the same as traditional braces.

This depends on how complex your case is, but typically anywhere from 3 months to 1 year. You will begin noticing results in only a few weeks though!

No, Invisalign should not be painful. However, new trays are tight and may cause discomfort for the first several hours of wear as your teeth acclimate to the new positioning. Most find that after the first day, any type of discomfort has subsided. 

Drinking water while wearing your Invisalign aligners is totally fine! However, it is advised to remove your aligners before eating/drinking anything else to avoid causing cavities or staining the aligners.

People find that they talk with a slight lisp at the very beginning of treatment, but this quickly subsides as you acclimate to the aligners in your mouth. Most find they are talking normally again as quickly as 24-48 hours after wearing their aligners.

You can enjoy the results of your Invisalign treatment forever, as long as you wear your retainers! Since teeth have memory, it is strongly recommended that you wear retainers each night once you’re finished with Invisalign to preserve your results indefinitely.

The Chicago Dental Studio offers a discounted retainer subscription so you can easily maintain your results.

Have more questions? Visit our Invisalign FAQ page.