Treatments

All Ages

Early orthodontic treatment helps set the foundation for a healthy smile by guiding jaw growth, correcting bite issues, and creating space for permanent teeth to come in properly. By identifying concerns early, Dr. Li can often prevent more serious problems from developing later on. This may mean shorter treatment times in the future, fewer extractions, and a smoother path toward a confident smile. With gentle care and a fun, kid-friendly approach, we make early treatment a positive experience that supports your child’s growth and long-term oral health.

Every teen is special, and there’s no one-size-fits-all when it comes to braces or aligners! Whether you’re juggling school, sports, selfies, or social events, we create a personalized treatment plan that fits your lifestyle. From traditional braces to clear aligners, we offer options that help you straighten your teeth comfortably and confidently. Our goal is to make treatment easy, flexible, and even fun, so you can focus on being you while your smile gets better every day.

It is never too late to get the smile you have always wanted. More adults than ever are choosing orthodontic treatment, and we offer a range of options designed to fit seamlessly into your busy life. From clear aligners to traditional or discreet braces, each treatment is tailored to your goals, comfort, and schedule. Adult orthodontics can improve not only the appearance of your smile but also your overall oral health by helping with bite issues, tooth wear, and long-term stability. No matter your age, we are here to make the process smooth, discreet, and empowering because you deserve to feel confident every time you smile.

Braces

We offer a full range of braces to fit your lifestyle and smile goals, traditional metal braces, lingual braces that you cannot see, and clear braces. We also use PROPEL technology to help accelerate tooth movement, giving you a faster, more comfortable orthodontic experience.

Clear braces and lingual braces offer discreet alternatives to traditional metal braces. Clear braces blend with your teeth for a subtle look, while lingual braces are placed behind the teeth, making them virtually invisible. Both options provide effective orthodontic treatment without compromising your smile’s appearance.

Traditional metal braces are a reliable and effective way to straighten teeth and correct bite issues. With modern designs that are smaller, more comfortable, and customizable, they help patients of all ages achieve a healthy, confident smile.

Clear Aligners

Invisalign allows you to “fly under the radar” while straightening your teeth. If Dr. Li determines you’re a good candidate, you’ll receive a series of invisible, removable, and comfortable aligners that gradually guide your teeth into place, offering an effective and discreet way to achieve a confident, beautiful smile.

3M Clear Aligners provide a comfortable and discreet way to straighten your teeth. Custom-made to fit your smile, these aligners are removable, nearly invisible, and designed to gently guide your teeth into their ideal positions, helping you achieve a healthy, confident smile with minimal disruption to your daily life.

Retainers

Retainers play a crucial role in maintaining your smile's alignment after orthodontic treatment. Custom-made to fit comfortably, they help maintain your results by holding your teeth in their new positions. We offer several retainer options and provide guidance on how to care for them, ensuring your beautiful smile lasts for years to come.

Surgical Orthodontics

Orthognathic surgery, or corrective jaw surgery, is used to address jaw irregularities that braces or aligners alone cannot fix. By improving the alignment of the jaws, this treatment can enhance chewing, speaking, breathing, and overall facial balance. We work closely with skilled oral and maxillofacial surgeons to ensure a smooth, coordinated treatment plan and the best possible results.

Technology

At Heart Orthodontics, we use the latest advanced technology to make your treatment smoother, easier, and more precise.

The iTero scanner captures precise 3D images of your teeth quickly and comfortably, eliminating the need for traditional messy impressions. Using a small handheld wand, it creates a detailed digital model of your smile in just minutes, and you can even watch the scan appear on the screen in real time. This advanced technology gives Dr. Li incredibly accurate information for treatment planning, ensuring better-fitting appliances and more predictable results. It also allows you to preview potential outcomes, helping you clearly see the path to your new smile from the very beginning.

Our in-office 3D printer allows us to design and create custom orthodontic appliances with remarkable speed and precision. Instead of waiting weeks for outside labs, we can produce items like retainers and models right here in the office, often in a fraction of the time. This means faster turnaround, more accurate fittings, and the ability to make adjustments quickly when needed. With this advanced technology, your treatment becomes smoother, more efficient, and perfectly tailored to your smile.

Orthodontic treatment does not have to be painful, and our goal is to make every visit as comfortable and stress‑free as possible. That’s why we incorporate a needle‑free, drug‑free, FDA‑cleared comfort device into our care. The Dental Pain Eraser uses advanced neuromodulation technology to calm soft‑tissue irritation and ease general orthodontic discomfort—often within seconds. It’s a safe, soothing, science‑backed way to help kids, teens, and adults feel better throughout treatment.