Can I Get Braces or Invisalign With an Implant?
in Phoenix, AZ
Yes, and the order matters more than most people expect. An implant is fused to the jawbone and cannot be moved by braces or Invisalign, so the usual sequence is to straighten the teeth first and place the implant once they are in their final position; the aligner or a retainer holds the gap open while you wait. If you already have an implant, orthodontics can still work, planned around the implant as a fixed point. Dr. Taylor Field at Sonoran Dental Arts in Phoenix plans both treatments under one roof. Call (602) 861-0505.
The two treatments solve different problems, crooked teeth and a missing one, and plenty of patients need both. The catch is physics: braces or Invisalign with an implant only work in the right order, because an implant is anchored in bone and will not move with the rest of the teeth. Get the sequence right and both plans succeed; get it wrong and the implant ends up in yesterday's position.
Dr. Taylor Field plans both treatments at Sonoran Dental Arts in Phoenix, which means the sequence is decided by one person looking at one 3D image, not negotiated between two offices.
One Plan for Both Treatments
Bring both goals to one exam. Dr. Field maps the sequence, straightening and implant together, in a single written plan, and nothing starts before your yes.
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Why an Implant Will Not Move
Natural teeth move because they hang in a ligament that remodels under steady pressure; that ligament is the whole mechanism orthodontics uses. An implant has no ligament. It is fused directly to the bone, which is exactly what makes it strong enough to chew on and exactly why no aligner or wire can budge it. Whatever position an implant is placed in is the position it keeps, permanently, while the teeth around it can still be moved.
The Usual Order: Straighten First, Implant Second
Since the teeth are going to move and the implant is not, the teeth go first. Invisalign or braces bring everything into final position, which often also opens or closes the gap to exactly the width the replacement tooth needs, and then the implant is placed into a space that will never shift around it. The Invisalign page covers what the aligner treatment itself involves, and the implant side follows the same steps as any other case once the straightening is done.
Holding the Space While You Wait
Nobody walks around with a visible gap for a year of aligner treatment. The aligner itself carries a tooth-colored pontic in the empty spot, so the gap reads as a tooth whenever the tray is in, and the same trick works on the retainer afterward while the implant site is prepared. Waiting with the space held is also kinder to the site than waiting unprotected, since the timing rules on implants after an extraction keep applying while the orthodontics runs.
If You Already Have an Implant
Orthodontics is still on the table; it is just planned around a point that will not move. Sometimes the implant's position works fine as the fixed landmark the other teeth are arranged around, and an immovable implant can even serve as a sturdy anchor to pull against. Sometimes the implant sits where the ideal plan needs a tooth to travel, and the plan adapts. Which of those describes your mouth is a 3D-image question, answered at the exam rather than guessed at here.
How It Works at Sonoran Dental Arts
One exam covers both treatments: Dr. Field takes the 3D image, maps the straightening and the implant in sequence, and writes the whole thing down with each part priced as its own line, the implant fee published at $2,000–$2,400. A single tooth implant placed after Invisalign is the most common version of this plan. Nothing starts before you have agreed to it, and full pricing is on the dental implant cost page.
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Common questions
Can Invisalign move a dental implant?
No. An implant is fused to the jawbone with no ligament around it, and the ligament is what orthodontics works through. Aligners and braces move natural teeth around the implant; the implant itself stays put.
Should I straighten my teeth before or after an implant?
Before, in almost every case. The teeth settle into final position first, then the implant is placed into a space that will never shift. Placing the implant first risks anchoring it in a spot the finished smile no longer wants.
What covers the gap during Invisalign treatment?
The aligner itself: a tooth-colored pontic sits in the empty spot of each tray, so the gap reads as a tooth whenever the aligner is in. The retainer can carry one too while the implant site is prepared.
I already have an implant. Can I still get braces or Invisalign?
Usually yes. The plan treats the implant as a fixed point and moves the natural teeth around it, and sometimes uses it as an anchor. Whether your implant's position supports the ideal result is answered on the 3D image at the exam.
Does doing both treatments take years?
The orthodontic phase sets the calendar, often around a year, and the implant follows on its usual timeline after that. You get the full sequence with dates in the written plan, so there are no surprises mid-treatment.
Can one office really handle both?
Here, yes. Dr. Field plans the Invisalign and places the implant at the same Phoenix office, so the sequence lives in one plan and one set of records instead of being coordinated between two practices.
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Neighborhoods We Serve Near Phoenix, AZ 85020
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Patients visit us from neighborhoods across North Central Phoenix, including Squaw Peak, Biltmore Greens, and Dreamy Draw Homes, thanks to our convenient location near Glendale Ave and 16th Street. We are located near Glendale Avenue and 16th Street in the heart of North Central Phoenix, Sonoran Dental Arts proudly serves a wide range of surrounding communities. Whether you’re in the Biltmore area or tucked near the trails of Piestewa Peak, we’re your trusted neighborhood dental provider. Our patients come from:
- Squaw Peak
- Squaw Peak Foothills
- Biltmore Highlands
- Dreamy Draw Homes
- Canterra at Squaw Peak Condominiums
- Lincoln Vista
- Desierto Sierra
- The Pointe
- Biltmore Vista
- Biltmore Greens
- Biltmore Courts
- Biltmore Colony
- Biltmore Villas
- Arizona Biltmore Estates
- Granada Park
- Lincoln Vistas
- Madison Village
- Estate Monterra
- Rolling Hills Estates
- Tonka Vista
- Hopi Vista
- Patio Del Sol
- Torre Blanca
- Royal Crest Villa
- Ocotillo Manor
- Gatewood Manor
- East Orangewood
- Orangewood Heights
- New NorthTown
- Navea Ventura
- La Mirada Condominiums
- Madison Meadows
- Luci’s at the Orchard Area
- Arizona Sunburst Inn vicinity
- Madison Rose Lane Area
- Bethany Estates
- Piestewa Peak Neighborhood
- The Pointe at Squaw Peak Resort Area
- Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Area
- Sprouts Farmers Market Neighborhood (Glendale & 16th)
If you’re located in or near any of these neighborhoods, Dr. Taylor Field and the Sonoran Dental Arts team are here to provide top-quality, patient-centered dental care close to home. Explore our General Dentistry, Family Dentistry, Kids Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Implant Services, Invisalign, and Emergency Dental Care to see how we can serve you.
Life in North Central Phoenix is full. Work commutes. Weekend hikes. Quick dinners with friends. When you’re balancing all that, your smile should be the last thing holding you back. That’s where dental implants come in. They restore confidence. They keep life moving—whether you’re near Squaw Peak, Dreamy Draw, or grabbing coffee by Luci’s at the Orchard.
In the Squaw Peak Foothills and Dreamy Draw Homes, mornings often start outdoors. The trails are busy, the sun comes up fast, and neighbors are out early. Missing teeth or a loose denture can make those moments feel smaller than they should. Dental implants bring stability back. You laugh without worry. You share a trail snack or coffee and feel like yourself again.
The Biltmore neighborhoods have their own rhythm. Biltmore Highlands, Arizona Biltmore Estates, Biltmore Greens, Biltmore Vista—here life is busy and polished. Business lunches at the Biltmore, family nights out, evenings with friends. Implants fit naturally into this lifestyle because they look and function like real teeth. You don’t think about them. You just live.
Closer to Granada Park or Madison Meadows, afternoons mean school pickups, sports practices, and grocery stops. Families move quickly. Nobody wants dental care that slows everything down. With implants, you can eat the meals you want, smile without hesitation, and get back to what matters. No adhesives. No slipping. Just strong, reliable teeth.
Evenings near Lincoln Vista, Tonka Vista, and Rolling Hills Estates are for winding down. Neighbors chat. Kids ride bikes. Dinner happens at home or a favorite local spot. For many, enjoying those meals fully wasn’t always possible. Implants change that. Steak, crunchy veggies, fresh bread—they’re all back on the table. Life tastes better again.
Weekends at The Pointe Resort or gatherings near Canterra at Squaw Peak Condominiums bring people together. It’s laughter in photos. It’s toasts at celebrations. It’s casual moments that deserve a confident smile. Implants give you that. They don’t come out. They don’t shift. They’re built to last.
This community is close-knit. From East Orangewood to Navea Ventura, from Torre Blanca to Patio Del Sol, people share recommendations. A dental office earns trust when care feels personal. Dental implants are more than a procedure—they’re a step toward comfort, security, and enjoying life in the neighborhoods you love.
Living near Piestewa Peak or the Glendale and 16th Street corridor means convenience matters. You want treatment that’s close to home, not across town. Implants make long-term dental health simple. They protect your jaw, preserve your smile, and free you from constant repairs.
If you’re in Squaw Peak, Dreamy Draw, the Biltmore communities, or any of the neighborhoods nearby, know that implants are an option designed for real life here. Strong. Natural. Lasting. A solution that fits where you live, eat, play, and connect. That’s how dental implants help you keep pace with Phoenix—and enjoy every part of it.