Invisalign® is a discreet, removable alternative to traditional braces, designed to straighten teeth using a series of custom clear aligners. At Shakespeare Orthodontists, we provide Invisalign treatment for suitable patients across Auckland, guided by experienced specialist orthodontists and advanced digital planning technology.
The Invisalign treatment is a very accurate teeth straightening process that has been used in over 10 million patients worldwide.
It uses small clear and invisible trays to move teeth very gently and progressively into a desired position. The aligners are changed on average every 10-14 days. Some teeth may move faster than 7 days and some may take closer to 14 days to settle into an aligner. Learn how Invisalign aligners straighten teeth.
By moving through the sequential aligners, we are able to predictably move each of your teeth towards a goal. The end result is that if your orthodontist uses Invisalign, the results will be as good as if braces were used to provide that beautiful smile.
With four clinics across Auckland, in Takapuna, Epsom, Howick and Warkworth, we have a location near you. Call us today on 09 216 6888
Although dentists can provide Invisalign treatment, an orthodontist has had a tremendous amount of extra training to develop specialist expertise and knowledge. This allows them to plan every tooth movement that is to occur with precision and predictability so they can get you the smile you deserve!
A significant amount of time is spent planning Invisalign cases and every patient’s needs are considered. This ensures safe and predictable results for every patient, avoiding many risks and complications that can occur along the way. That way, tooth movement will happen in the fastest possible time.
North Shore patients looking for Invisalign in Takapuna will find our clinic on Taharoto Road convenient, with free on-site parking. We treat Invisalign patients from Milford, Devonport, Birkenhead, Glenfield and Albany, all receiving the same specialist-planned treatment as our other Auckland clinics.
Our North Shore Invisalign specialists are accepting new patients.
Specialist Orthodontist = same costs + faster treatment
+ best results + less problems… a no brainer!
The average case with us is around the $9,800 mark. However, this is a tricky question to answer as no two people’s teeth are identical. The complexity and duration of your treatment, as well as additional dental work required, all have an impact on the cost.
Also, there are many different types of Invisalign treatment: Invisalign Full, Invisalign Teen, Invisalign Lite, Invisalign 7, Invisalign Go, and Invisalign Vivera retainers. You can appreciate that there is a huge range of costs for a patient.
Invisalign treatment can start at $400 dollars for retainers only, while for very difficult cases, costs can be in excess of $12,800 (e.g. for a case that requires bite and jaw corrections, and lengthy treatment).
This is why it is really important to see a specialist orthodontist who is experienced in Invisalign, who will advise you if treatment with Invisalign is right for you and which Invisalign treatment would be the most appropriate option.
Call Shakespeare Orthodontics for a FREE, no-obligation consultation with an expert Invisalign specialist orthodontist in one of our Auckland clinics.
The success of treatment comes down to you wearing the Invisalign aligners at least 20 hours per day MINIMUM… so, wear the aligners!
Most treatment complications arise when patients fail to wear their aligners consistently or for long enough. In such cases, treatment tends to take longer and can be uncomfortable, especially when attempting to move erratically between aligners.
We have four clinics throughout Auckland, so please feel free to reach out if you have any questions.
Try and follow all instructions given carefully. The instructions will include wear-time, using chewing tabs, wearing elastics, caring for your aligners, and being able to monitor your treatment progress.
Our specialist orthodontists will ensure that they are there every step of the way. At any stage, if you have questions or queries, or are worried about anything to do with your treatment, please contact us.
If we cannot address your concerns by email or over the phone, we will sort you out with an urgent appointment to come in for a check…often, the very same day!
It is through amazing advancements in computer-aided design and computer-aided manufacturing (CAD-CAM) technology that we are able to provide and use Invisalign to carry out, what we could only do with braces previously.
The aligners are printed to high accuracy to match the desired position of the teeth. After using a few aligners, we can move any tooth or group of teeth, in any which way we need. Having said this, some movements are easier and some are harder with the aligners.
Never break, lose or throw out previous aligners. We require these often to step a tooth or group of teeth back, in order to be able to move forward, This is especially true if teeth are not tracking with the movement predicted.
For these reasons, keep all your aligners until the very end.
Because of the predictive nature of the technology used, we sometimes require “refinement” aligners. For these extra aligners to be made, we need to take updated scans and photos of your teeth along the way to communicate back to Invisalign.
Yes — many of our adult patients choose Invisalign for its discreet, flexible design. Invisalign is ideal for professionals or busy parents who want to straighten their teeth without the look of traditional braces. Our orthodontists in Epsom and Takapuna will assess your suitability during an initial consultation.
Most Invisalign treatments at Shakespeare Orthodontics last between 6 to 24 months, depending on your bite and alignment. You’ll receive a series of custom-made aligners changed every 1–2 weeks, with regular check-ins every 8–12 weeks to monitor progress and make any necessary adjustments.
You should remove your aligners before eating or drinking anything besides water. Hot drinks can warp the plastic, and eating with aligners in can damage them. After eating, brush your teeth before reinserting your aligners to maintain good oral hygiene and avoid staining.
Yes — Invisalign Teen is specifically designed for younger patients, with features like eruption tabs for growing teeth and wear indicators to help track usage. Our team at Shakespeare Orthodontics regularly treats teenagers using Invisalign across all our Auckland clinics.
While dentists sometimes offer Invisalign, only registered orthodontic specialists have 3+ years of postgraduate training in tooth movement. At Shakespeare Orthodontics, every Invisalign case is designed and overseen by a specialist, ensuring more accurate results and long-term stability.
Clear aligners suit a broad range of people. Professionals who need to maintain a polished appearance throughout treatment find them particularly appealing, since they are virtually undetectable in meetings and client-facing situations.
Adults whose teeth have shifted over time, teenagers with the discipline to wear them consistently, and anyone who wants the flexibility to remove their appliance for sport or special occasions are all good candidates.
A consultation with a specialist orthodontist is the best way to confirm whether aligners are right for your specific situation.
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Dr. Adriana Perez grew up in Caracas, Venezuela. She is one of the registered specialist orthodontist working at Shakespeare Orthodontics in Auckland.
In 2008, Adriana graduated with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery from Santa Maria University in Caracas, Venezuela. After graduation, she worked in Venezuela in private practice, at the Orthopaedic Children’s Hospital (Dentistry/Orthodontics unit), and as a lecturer in the National Experimental University of the Armed Forces.
In the year 2011, Adriana moved to Argentina to specialise, gaining the Specialist Orthodontist degree from the University of Buenos Aires in 2013. While in Argentina, she worked as a part-time lecturer at the Orthodontics Department in the University of Buenos Aires, private practice, and at the Craniofacial Unit in the Paediatric Hospital Garrahan, looking after cleft lip new-borns, children, and adolescent patients.
Adriana is a Spanish speaker. In her spare time, she likes going to the beach, travelling, socialising with friends, playing video games, cooking, and going to the gym.
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Dr Azza Al-Ani, grew up in Christchurch, is a registered specialist orthodontist working at Shakespeare Orthodontics in Auckland. You can find her at one of the clinics in the city, or at their Takapuna clinic on the North Shore.
In 2009, Azza graduated with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery with Credit from the University of Otago.
She worked as a dental house surgeon at Auckland, Greenlane and Middlemore Hospitals, and as a dental officer at Sydney’s Westmead Hospital.
In 2012, she completed the Royal Australasian College of Dental Surgeons (RACDS) primary examinations.
Before commencing her specialist training, she held a part-time Professional Practice Fellow position at the Faculty of Dentistry, while working as a dentist in private practice.
In 2016, Azza graduated from the University of Otago with a Doctor of Clinical Dentistry in Orthodontics. She passed examinations to gain memberships into the Royal Australasian College of Dental Surgeons and the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh.
She is also certified with the Australasian Orthodontic Board, and is a member of the New Zealand Association of Orthodontists, and the New Zealand Dental Association / New Zealand Dental Council.
Azza’s area of research interest is hypodontia. She has presented about this topic at the European Orthodontic Society Congress, and at the International Association Dental Research ANZ Scientific Meeting, and has been involved in the publication of numerous articles in peer-reviewed journals:
Outside of work, Azza loves spending time with her son and Mo (her husband), socialising with family and friends, overseas travel, and tries to keep up with Mo while mountain biking.
Common add-ons at other practices include: initial consultation fees, diagnostic records (X-rays, scans, photos), mid-treatment adjustment fees, refinement aligners, and retainers. Ask for a full cost-of-treatment breakdown before you sign any agreement.
Mo is a Specialist Orthodontist. He grew up in both New Zealand and Australia.
After completing a year in Health Sciences, and later physiotherapy, he qualified as a dentist in New Zealand. He spent the next four years working alongside his father in Sydney where he practised general dentistry. Mo then returned to Dunedin to specialise, gaining his specialist degree – Clinical Doctorate in Orthodontics from the University of Otago.
During the three years of specialist training, Mo had the privilege of learning from the best. The combined clinical and academic acumen of professors, doctors and staff provided an invaluable experience.
Meanwhile, Mo published and presented significant research and clinical cases at both national and international forums, including the International Association of Dental Research, the Australasian Begg Society of Orthodontics, the European Orthodontic Society and the New Zealand Dental Association conference.
A firm believer in maintaining high clinical standards, Mo successfully completed further examinations to become affiliated with the Royal College of Surgeons (Edinburgh) and the Royal Australasian College of Dental Surgeons (Sydney).
Mo is currently a part-time senior lecturer and superviser at Auckland University of Technology, and is a:
Mo is a regular presenter at conferences and professional development events including:
Outside of work, Mo enjoys the precious time with his young family and the outdoors. He especially loves mountain biking, running, fishing, diving and, in winter, snowboarding.
Traveling along with his best friend and wife (Azza) around the world has also been a big part of Mo’s life. Mo is primarily based in Shakespeare Orthodontic’s city clinics and on the North Shore.
