Orthodontics · Upper East Side
Clear aligners are a discreet alternative to traditional braces for patients who want to straighten their teeth with removable trays. At Smiles + Grins on the Upper East Side, we create your treatment plan based on your dental needs, goals, and lifestyle.
Upper East Side · What to expect
Clear aligners use special trays made just for your teeth, moving them a little at a time. Your plan is virtually designed by our orthodontist, with face-to-face progress checks and ongoing monitoring throughout therapy—not a mail-order system.
Many adults and teens on the Upper East Side choose aligners because they are simple to use and almost undetectable.
Smiles + Grins · Manhattan
Benefits
The goal of every treatment plan is to move your teeth into a smile that fulfills your goals in a predictable and safe manner.
Clear material means trays are barely visible—even in professional or social settings.
Smooth plastic trays won’t irritate your mouth. Remove them to eat, drink, brush, and floss with ease.
Removable aligners make it easier to keep teeth clean and healthy throughout treatment.
Types we offer
We offer multiple treatment systems because different patients have different needs and goals.
Treatment process
Most patients wear aligners 20–22 hours daily. Your orthodontist maps each phase of movement and monitors progress in office.
We assess your smile, take detailed 3D scans, and build a customized treatment plan tailored to your goals.
Your bespoke aligner series arrives ready to wear. Each tray advances your teeth through the planned stages.
Regular in-office check-ins let your orthodontist monitor movement and keep treatment on track.
When active treatment ends, retainers protect your new smile. We fit and monitor them right here in the office.
Treatment scope
At your consultation, we will determine whether clear aligners are right for you.
Crowded or overlapping teeth
When there isn’t enough room, clear aligners can reposition teeth into proper alignment.
Gaps and spacing
Closing gaps can improve appearance and help you feel more confident in your smile.
Bite correction
Overbite, underbite, and other bite issues can be addressed—each plan differs based on your case.
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Candidacy
Clear aligners are a discreet alternative to traditional braces for patients who want to straighten their teeth with removable trays. At your consultation, we will determine whether clear aligners are right for you.
Upper East Side orthodontics
Every plan is overseen in a clinical setting with regular monitoring for safe, predictable tooth movement.
Digital scans and customized treatment plans—no two smiles are identical.
160 E 88th Street, easy to reach from across Manhattan and NYC.
Clear aligners questions.
Yes. Smiles + Grins offers clear aligner treatment at 160 E 88th Street, serving patients throughout Manhattan and NYC.
Treatment typically ranges from about $4,000 for mild cases to $9,000 or more for comprehensive care, depending on complexity and duration. Our treatment coordinator can discuss pricing and payment options with you.
Plan to wear aligners 20–22 hours per day for optimal results.
Under orthodontist supervision, clear aligners can work as well as braces for many mild to moderate cases.
Yes. Remove aligners when eating or drinking anything other than water.
“Many adults and teens on the Upper East Side choose aligners because they are simple to use and almost undetectable.”
Smiles + Grins · Manhattan
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Orthodontics
Dr. Karin Grinbaum
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Hours
Mon: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tue: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wed: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thu: 8:30 AM – 7:00 PM
Fri: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sat · 10 AM – 3 PM (by appt.)
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Pediatric Dentistry
Dr. Liel Grinbaum
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Hours
Mon: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tue: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wed: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thu: 8:30 AM – 7:00 PM
Fri: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sat · 10 AM – 3 PM (by appt.)
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