Not all Invisalign practices are the same. The technology is standardized, but the outcomes depend significantly on the provider’s experience level — how many cases they’ve treated, how complex those cases were, and how well they understand when Invisalign is the right tool and when it isn’t.
Here’s what Invisalign treatment looks like at Boschken Orthodontics in Los Altos.
What Diamond Plus Actually Means
Invisalign designates providers by tier based on annual case volume. Diamond Plus represents the top fraction of providers nationwide and is renewed annually — meaning it reflects current practice, not a credential earned years ago. Dr. Boschken also presents at Invisalign Summits internationally, contributing to how other orthodontists learn to handle complex cases.
For patients, this translates to a few practical things: more accurate case selection, more experience with complex tooth movements, and a practice that has seen the range of situations that arise over thousands of cases.
The Technology Behind the Treatment
Every Invisalign case at Boschken Orthodontics starts with an iTero Lumina scan — a precise 3D digital model captured in minutes with no impression material. From that scan, treatment is planned using ClinCheck software, which allows patients to see a simulation of how their teeth will move before treatment begins.
Progress is monitored through re-scans during treatment, so both the patient and Dr. Boschken can see exactly how movement is tracking against the plan.
Who Is a Good Candidate?
Invisalign works well for a wide range of cases — crowding, spacing, overbites, underbites, crossbites, and more. The cases where it’s not the right fit are those involving complex jaw movements that fixed appliances handle better, or patients whose compliance habits make removable aligners a poor match.
An honest assessment at the consultation stage is the most important thing a provider can offer. If Invisalign isn’t the right answer for a particular patient, Dr. Boschken will say so and explain why.
If you’re considering Invisalign in Los Altos, Palo Alto, Mountain View, or the surrounding area, a complimentary consultation is the right starting point.
