Invisalign in Harrisonburg, VA
Straighter teeth without metal brackets, planned and checked in person by a board-certified orthodontist. Most people you talk to won’t notice you’re wearing them.
Your first visit is free and includes a 3D scan. You’ll leave knowing if Invisalign fits your teeth, about how long it should take, and what it costs.
- ★★★★★ 5-star reviews on Google
- Board-certified orthodontist
- In-network with Delta Dental
You’ve been thinking about straightening your teeth for a while
Maybe you smile with your lips closed in photos. Maybe teeth that were straight in high school have started to crowd again.
Or your teen wants straight teeth but dreads the idea of brackets in every school picture.
For a long time, metal braces felt like the only way. For a lot of adults and teens in Harrisonburg, they aren’t anymore. Invisalign moves your teeth with clear aligners you can take out, and your day keeps looking like your day.
“Fast forward to my 30s, and I found myself back here for Invisalign to fix a tooth before my wedding day. Both experiences? Absolutely fantastic!”Linda Frazier Google review
What is Invisalign?
Invisalign is a series of clear, removable aligners made from a 3D scan of your teeth. Each set is shaped a little differently from the last, so wearing them in order moves your teeth step by step toward the plan your orthodontist made.
You wear them about 22 hours a day and take them out to eat, brush and floss. Every week or two, you switch to your next set.
Invisalign can treat many of the same problems braces do:
- Crowded teeth
- Gaps and spacing
- Overbite
- Underbite
- Crossbite
- Open bite
- Teeth that shifted after braces
Some bites still move better with braces. If yours is one of them, we’ll tell you at your consult. We also offer other clear aligners in Harrisonburg, including 3M Clarity and our in-house uLab aligners.
Invisalign for adults and teens in Harrisonburg
Most of our Invisalign patients are adults and teens who want a straighter smile without brackets showing up in meetings, school photos or the wedding album.
For adults
- No brackets in work meetings, Zoom calls or photos.
- Eat what you want, since the aligners come out at meals.
- Check-ins about every 6 to 8 weeks, and we offer lunch-hour appointments.
- Most adults finish in about 12 to 18 months.
- It’s never too late. One of our patients started Invisalign at 81.
For teens
- We offer Invisalign Teen. The aligners have small blue dots that fade with wear, so parents can see they’re being worn.
- Nothing to break during sports, band or marching season.
- Brushing and flossing stay normal, so there are fewer cleaning battles at home.
- Invisalign Teen works best once most permanent teeth have come in. For younger kids whose jaws are still growing, we offer Invisalign First.
How Invisalign works at our Harrisonburg office
Four steps, with an orthodontist checking your progress the whole way.
Free consult and 3D scan
Dr. Giardina or Dr. Young looks at your teeth and bite. We take photos, X-rays and a 3D scan with our iTero scanner instead of goopy impressions. If it helps, we’ll also run a free simulation of how your teeth would move. No referral needed.
Your plan and price
You’ll see how your teeth should move, about how long treatment will take, and the full cost before you commit to anything.
Aligners and check-ins
Your aligners arrive in about 4 to 6 weeks. You switch sets every week or two and come in about every 6 to 8 weeks so we can make sure things are on track.
Retainers to keep it
Once your teeth are where they belong, retainers hold them there. Your retainers are part of your Invisalign fee.
Want the full rundown first? Read what to expect during Invisalign treatment.
What life looks like after Invisalign
The aligners come off for good, your retainers keep everything in place, and you get back to living without thinking about your teeth.
You smile with your teeth
In photos, on video calls, at the wedding. You stop checking the camera angle first.
Cleaning gets easier
Straight teeth leave fewer tight spots for plaque to hide, so brushing and flossing actually reach everything.
Your bite fits together
Teeth that meet the way they should wear more evenly and are easier on your jaw over the years.
The result stays put
Wear your retainers at night as Dr. G recommends and your new smile stays where it belongs.
Teeth tend to drift and crowd more with age, not less. Starting while the fix is small usually means a shorter, simpler treatment than waiting until it bothers you more.
How much does Invisalign cost in Harrisonburg?
At Giardina Orthodontics, Invisalign runs from as low as $2,800 for a small touch up to as much as $8,500 for complex cases that include jaw surgery. Most full treatments fall somewhere in between.
Your exact fee depends on how far your teeth need to move, and you’ll get it in writing at your free consult.
| Option | Best for | Typical time | Typical fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Invisalign touch up | Small gaps or teeth that shifted after braces | 3 to 6 months | As low as $2,800 |
| Full Invisalign | Crowding, spacing and bite problems | 12 to 24 months | Set at your free consult |
| Complex cases with surgery | Jaw problems that also need surgery | Planned with your surgeon | Up to $8,500 |
Your fee covers your aligners, check-in visits, extra aligners to fine-tune the result if you need them, and your retainers. No hidden fees.
Insurance and payment plans
- We’re in-network with Delta Dental and file claims with most other dental insurance for you.
- Insurance does apply to Invisalign, and it helps. With it, monthly payments often land around $150.
- Interest-free payment plans. Without insurance, monthly payments usually run about $250 to $300.
- CareCredit, and HSA or FSA dollars.
See the full breakdown in how much Invisalign costs in Harrisonburg, or read about our payment options.
Invisalign or braces?
Both straighten teeth well. The right pick depends on your bite and how you live, and we offer both, so we have no reason to push one.
| Invisalign | Braces | |
|---|---|---|
| How it looks | Clear and hard to notice | Brackets show, with clear and gold options |
| Eating | Take them out and eat anything | Skip hard and sticky foods |
| Cleaning | Brush and floss like normal | Takes more time around brackets |
| Your part | Wear them about 22 hours a day | Nothing to remember, they work all day |
| Best fit | Adults and teens who will keep them in | Complex bites and younger kids |
Still deciding? Compare the types of braces we offer, including clear braces.
Your Invisalign is in the hands of a board-certified orthodontist
Plenty of dental offices in Harrisonburg offer Invisalign. Orthodontists spend two to three more years after dental school training only in moving teeth and fixing bites, and that’s all we do.
Dr. Julia Giardina is a Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics. She earned her orthodontic specialty certificate and master’s degree at VCU and was voted Best Orthodontist in Harrisonburg. Most patients just call her Dr. G.
Dr. Mylan Young joined us after her orthodontic residency at the University of Michigan, where her research included testing new 3D printed aligners.
Our office has cared for Shenandoah Valley smiles for more than 35 years. Read what board certification means for your treatment.
What Invisalign patients say about us
“I went with the clear aligners for my treatment and they are working very well! Special thanks to Doctor G. for giving this 50 ‘plus’ lady a reason to smile everyday!”Dana Baker Google review
“I would highly recommend this Orthodontist particularly for seniors who might be hesitant to undergo orthodontic improvements.”Joseph Started Invisalign with us at 81
The latest Google reviews from our patients are right below.
Read more patient stories See before and after photosInvisalign near you in Harrisonburg and the Valley
Our office is at 2505-A Evelyn Byrd Ave, minutes from JMU and Valley Mall with easy access from I-81.
Invisalign patients come to us from all over Rockingham County and beyond:
- Harrisonburg
- Bridgewater
- Broadway
- Dayton
- Elkton
- Timberville
- Mount Crawford
- McGaheysville
- Massanutten
- Grottoes
- New Market
- Staunton
- Fishersville
- Waynesboro
- Luray
Since check-ins are only about every 6 to 8 weeks, a longer drive is easy to plan around. Adults who travel for work can also do some check-ins virtually.
Visit our Harrisonburg office
- Address
- 2505-A Evelyn Byrd Ave
Harrisonburg, VA 22801 - Phone
- (540) 433-8814, calls or texts
- Hours
- Monday to Thursday, 8am to 5pm
Invisalign questions we hear in Harrisonburg
How long does Invisalign take?
Small touch ups can take 3 to 6 months. Most full treatments take about 12 to 18 months, and more complex bites can take up to 24.
You’ll get your own estimate at your free consult.
How much does Invisalign cost in Harrisonburg?
At our office, Invisalign runs from as low as $2,800 for a small touch up to as much as $8,500 for complex cases that include jaw surgery. That includes your aligners, check-ins and retainers.
Monthly payments usually run about $250 to $300 without insurance, or around $150 with it.
What is a fair price for Invisalign in Virginia?
Full Invisalign treatment from an orthodontist in Virginia usually runs a few thousand dollars, depending on how much your teeth need to move. At our office it runs from as low as $2,800 for a touch up to as much as $8,500 for complex cases with surgery.
When you compare prices, ask what’s included. Ours covers your aligners, check-ins, any extra aligners to fine-tune the result, and your retainers.
How long can I take my aligners out each day?
Aim to wear them about 22 hours a day, which leaves roughly two hours for meals and brushing. Many patients keep each meal to about 30 minutes so the time out doesn’t add up.
Will Invisalign change how I talk?
Some people notice a slight lisp for the first day or two with a new set. It usually fades quickly as your tongue gets used to the aligners.
How do I clean my aligners?
Rinse them each time you take them out, and brush them gently with a soft toothbrush and cool water. Hot water can warp them. We’ll show you what to use at your first aligner visit.
Why do some people say Invisalign didn’t work for them?
Usually it comes down to wear time or a bite that needed more than aligners could do. That’s why an orthodontist plans your treatment, checks your progress at each visit, and adds fine-tuning aligners if your teeth need them.
Does insurance cover Invisalign?
Yes, insurance does apply to Invisalign, and it helps. If your dental plan includes orthodontic coverage, it pays part of the cost the same way it would for braces, and monthly payments often land around $150. We’re in-network with Delta Dental and file claims with other plans for you.
Bring your insurance card to your consult and we’ll check your benefits.
Does Invisalign hurt?
Most people feel some pressure for a day or two when they start a new set. That means the aligners are working. There are no wires or brackets to poke your cheeks.
Can I eat and drink with Invisalign?
Take your aligners out to eat or drink anything but plain water. Brush your teeth before you put them back in, so food doesn’t get trapped against your teeth.
What if I lose or break an aligner?
Call or text us at (540) 433-8814. We’ll tell you whether to move to your next set or go back to your last one while we take care of a replacement.
Is Invisalign as good as braces?
For many patients, yes. Invisalign handles crowding, spacing and many bite problems well. Some complex bites still move better with braces, and Dr. G will tell you honestly which one will give you the better result.
Is Invisalign from an orthodontist different from mail-order aligners?
Yes. With Invisalign here, an orthodontist examines your teeth and bite in person, takes X-rays, plans every movement and checks your progress at each visit. Mail-order kits skip most of that.
Do I need a referral for an Invisalign consult?
No. You can book your free consult yourself online or by calling (540) 433-8814. If you’d rather start from home, you can send us six photos for a virtual consultation.
See if Invisalign is right for you
Book a free consult at our Harrisonburg office. You’ll get a 3D scan, an honest answer from an orthodontist, and your exact price, with no pressure to start.
Prefer to start from home? Send us six photos for a virtual consult.