Clear Aligners With
the Credentials to Back Them Up

Invisalign is a commercial product available to any trained provider. Hybridis™ is a patented system invented by Dr. Guess himself based on 36+ years of clinical experience. Hybridis™ uses a three-stage approach — beginning with precision fixed braces to establish the ideal foundation, then completing treatment with clear aligners. The result is faster treatment and better long-term retention than standard aligner-only approaches. Learn more about Hybridis™.

For optimal results, clear aligners should be worn 20–22 hours per day, removing them only for eating, drinking anything other than water, and brushing. Compliance is one of the most important factors in achieving your projected treatment timeline.

For mild to moderate cases, clear aligners administered by a skilled, board-certified orthodontist produce results equivalent to traditional braces. For complex cases, Dr. Guess often uses a hybrid approach — the Hybridis™ system — that combines the precision of fixed braces with the aesthetics and comfort of aligners, delivering results that exceed what either approach can achieve independently.

Most patients experience mild pressure for 1–2 days after changing to a new aligner tray. This is a sign the aligners are working and typically resolves quickly. It is significantly less discomfort than traditional metal braces. Dr. Guess is also one of the few orthodontists in California certified in dental acupuncture (UCLA), which can help manage any sensitivity during treatment.

Absolutely — adults make up a growing portion of Dr. Guess's practice. Clear aligners are particularly popular with adult patients because they are nearly invisible, removable for eating and social situations, and typically result in shorter treatment times than traditional braces.

Retention is critical. After active treatment ends, Dr. Guess provides a customized retention protocol designed to maintain your results long-term. With the Hybridis™ system, retention planning begins on day one of treatment — not as an afterthought — which is why Hybridis™ patients experience lower relapse rates than conventional aligner patients.