Not All Aligners Are
Created Equally
What sets exceptional clear aligner care apart — and why it matters for your smile.
If you’ve been curious about clear aligner treatment, chances are you’ve already heard something about it — from a friend, a family member, or an ad that showed up on your phone. And with so many options out there today, it makes sense that questions come up: Does this actually work? Is one system really better than another? And what exactly am I paying for?
These are questions we love to answer. Because the truth is, the clear aligner market has grown significantly — and not all aligner systems, providers, or processes are the same. Understanding that difference is the first step to making the right choice for your smile.
The clear aligner market has changed
Today, the clear aligner market looks very different than it did when the technology first launched. There are now many products and services competing for your attention — ranging widely in quality, materials, and the level of professional oversight involved. Some require no in-person care at all. Some use generic, off-the-shelf trays.
What that means in practice: results vary. The system being used, the materials it’s made from, and the experience of the provider guiding your care all play a significant role in the outcome. At KCC Ortho, we want you to have the full picture — so you can make a decision you feel confident in.
Our commitment to Invisalign®
Invisalign® Diamond Provider — Top 1% by Experience
KCC Orthodontics is a certified Invisalign provider — and Dr. Gutierrez’s history with the system goes back to its earliest days. When Invisalign launched, he was one of the first doctors in the country to bring it to patients
In the years that followed, he traveled the country teaching other doctors how to use it — and was called on by Align Technology itself to teach the certification courses required for providers who want to use the system. Having practiced orthodontics since 1986, he is recognized today as an Invisalign® Diamond Provider, placing him in the top 1% of providers nationwide by experience.
The technology behind your treatment
The Invisalign system is far more than a set of clear trays — it’s a precision-engineered process. At KCC Orthodontics, we use an iTero® digital scanner to create a precise, three-dimensional map of your teeth — no messy impressions, no guesswork. That scan goes directly to Invisalign’s lab, where your aligners and retainers are custom-fabricated for your specific anatomy, scalloped precisely to the contours of your teeth.
The aligners are made from SmartTrack® — Invisalign’s proprietary material — which applies consistent, gentle force for more predictable movement and a more comfortable fit, so patients are more likely to wear them consistently. And consistent wear is what makes treatment work.
Every treatment is personal — because every patient is
One of the things that sets KCC Orthodontics apart is that Dr. Gutierrez personally designs every treatment plan at KCC — reviewing your scan, mapping your tooth movements, and tailoring the plan to your unique bite and goals. He monitors your progress throughout, making adjustments when needed.
This level of care extends to patients of all ages, from early preventative treatment starting at age 7 all the way through adulthood. No age is too young to start, and no age is too old to pursue the smile you’ve always wanted.
When you choose KCC Orthodontics, you’re choosing nearly four decades of expertise, industry-leading technology, and a doctor personally invested in your outcome — from your first appointment to your final retainer.
Ready to take the next step?
Schedule your complimentary Invisalign® consultation with Dr. Gutierrez. No commitment — just a conversation about your smile.