Adult aligners · Taepyeong, Seongnam

Clear Aligners for Adults near Taepyeong Station, Seongnam

Clear aligners are a discreet way for adults to straighten teeth without brackets and wires on show.

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₩2.5M+Invisalign range start

₩7MInvisalign range upper end

₩100K+Retainers (fixed or removable)

Exit 5Taepyeong Station

Dentist explaining a treatment plan to a patient

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The short answer

Clear aligners are a discreet way for adults to straighten teeth without brackets and wires on show. At The Seoul Dental Clinic, Invisalign is listed at ₩2.5M to ₩7M, depending on the case. Whether aligners suit you depends on your teeth and bite, which your dentist checks at an examination.

Why Adults Choose Clear Aligners

Many adults want straighter teeth but do not want visible metal in meetings, on camera or in photos. Clear aligners are made of transparent plastic, so they are much less noticeable than brackets.

Aligners can be taken out to eat, brush and floss, which many people find easier than cleaning around braces. The trade-off is that they work only when you wear them as directed, so they ask for self-discipline.

Adults come with different goals. Some want to close small gaps that have opened over the years, some want to correct crowding they never treated as teenagers, and some want to fix a bite that has shifted. Others are preparing for veneers and want teeth in a better position first.

Aligners are not the answer to every problem. Complex bite corrections may need fixed braces, and your dentist will say so when that is the case.

Less visible than metal braces
Removable for meals and cleaning
Planned digitally from scans of your teeth
Not suitable for every bite problem
Need to be worn as directed

Comparison of regular clear aligners and Invisalign

Aligners for Taepyeong, Moran, Sujin and Bundang Professionals

The clinic is by Taepyeong Station Exit 5 in Sujin-dong, Seongnam, which is practical for people who live or work around Taepyeong, Moran, Sujin, Sinheung, Wirye and Bundang.

Aligner treatment involves regular check-ups, so a clinic that is easy to reach helps. Moran and Bokjeong appear on both lines on the local map, which can make planning easier from the Bundang side. We do not state travel times; check a map app for your route.

When you plan a visit around work, note that the clinic is open until 20:30 Mon–Wed, 19:00 Thu, 18:30 Fri and 13:00 Sat, and closed on Sundays. Consultations can be held in English, which is useful for explaining treatment goals and understanding the plan in detail.

Aligners, Braces or Something Else

The right choice depends on what needs to move and how reliably you will follow the plan. Be honest about your habits. If you often forget to wear removable appliances, fixed braces may serve you better.

Discreet

Clear aligners

Removable and less visible. Good for many mild to moderate problems, depending on the case.

Fixed, tooth-colored

Ceramic braces

Fixed to the teeth, so no daily choice about wearing them. Ceramic braces are listed at ₩3.2M; combination braces (ceramic upper, metal lower) are ₩3.1M and metal braces ₩2.8M.

Fixed

Metal braces

A well-established option, often suited to more complex movements.

Fixed, ₩3.6M

Clippy-C self-ligating braces

A bracket type that holds the wire without elastic ties.

Case dependent

Partial treatment

Where only a few front teeth are involved, ask whether a limited plan is enough.

What to Expect at Your Visits

Treatment length depends on the case, so the clinic does not quote a fixed number of months.

Examination and records

Your dentist examines your teeth and bite, and takes the records needed to plan. A 3D analysis can help show how your teeth may move.

Plan and price

You see the proposed plan and the price range, and can ask questions before agreeing.

Aligners and check-ups

You wear the aligners as directed and return for check-ups, where attachments or adjustments may be made.

Retainers

When tooth movement is finished, retainers help hold the result. Retainers are priced separately.

Attachments and Fewer Visits

Small tooth-coloured shapes called attachments are sometimes bonded to teeth to help the aligners grip and guide movement. Your dentist decides whether you need them.

Aligner plans are made in advance, so the visits are usually check-ups rather than frequent adjustments. How many visits you need depends on your case, and we do not quote a fixed number.

Wearing the aligners as directed is what keeps the plan on schedule. Missed wear can mean a delay or a change of plan. Clean the aligners and your teeth before you put them back after eating, and take them out for hot drinks.

If an aligner cracks or gets lost, call the clinic rather than waiting for the next scheduled visit.

Wear aligners for the time your dentist advises
Remove them to eat and for hot drinks
Brush before putting them back
Keep a case with you

What It Costs

The Invisalign range is wide because the price follows the complexity of the plan. Your dentist can tell you where your case is likely to fall after an examination.

Ask what the quote includes: attachments, refinements, check-ups and retainers. Compare quotes like for like.

Option	Published price (KRW)
Invisalign	₩2.5M to ₩7M
Metal braces	₩2.8M
Combination braces (ceramic upper / metal lower)	₩3.1M
Ceramic braces	₩3.2M
Clippy-C self-ligating braces	₩3.6M
Fixed retainer	₩100,000 to ₩200,000
Removable retainer	₩150,000 to ₩200,000

Prices are the published non-covered price list in Korean won. VAT may apply, and your final figure is confirmed at consultation.

Retainers After Treatment

Teeth can drift after they are moved. Retainers help keep them in place, and your dentist will advise how long and how often to wear them. Fixed retainers are listed at ₩100,000 to ₩200,000 and removable retainers at ₩150,000 to ₩200,000.

Plan for retainers from the start, so that they are not a surprise cost at the end.

Who This Suits

Aligners often suit adults with mild to moderate crowding or spacing who value a discreet appearance and can follow a wear schedule. They may be less suited to some complex bite problems.

If you are in Korea for a limited period, discuss your timeline at the start. Orthodontic movement takes time, and your dentist can say whether a plan fits within your stay or whether follow-up elsewhere would be needed.

Clinical case

A case from the clinic

Orthodontics

Crowded, protruding front teeth treated with Invisalign without extractions

Treated by Dr. Hyeonjoon Park

After: Crowded, protruding front teeth treated with Invisalign without extractions — Front view before and after treatment

Why the patient came in

The patient came in for a protruding mouth and crooked teeth. The front teeth were severely crowded and tilted inward, the dental arches were narrow, and the lips were strained when closed. Crowding like this also makes thorough brushing difficult.

What was done

The patient chose Invisalign clear aligners.
A ClinCheck simulation was used to plan the tooth movements and preview the expected result.
The arches were widened to create space for the crowded teeth, so no teeth were extracted.
At the end of treatment the teeth were evenly aligned and the lips sat behind the aesthetic line on the X-ray.

ClinCheck simulation of the planned result

Published with the patient’s consent. Photos and X-rays are from the clinic’s records. Treatment plans and results differ for every patient; only an examination can show what is possible for you. Orthodontic treatment can cause early discomfort, gum inflammation or root resorption. Retainers are needed afterwards to keep the result.

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Your dentists

English-speaking dentists in Seongnam

The clinic was founded by two brothers trained at Seoul National University who direct it together. Three further dentists hold Ministry of Health and Welfare specialist certifications. Full credentials →

Dr. Hyeonjoon Park

Clinic Director

Co-founder and joint clinic director
DDS, Seoul National University School of Dentistry
Master’s degree, SNU Graduate School of Dentistry
Former staff, Dept. of General Dentistry, SNU Dental Hospital
Affiliate Associate Fellow, American Academy of Implant Dentistry (AAID)
Certified Invisalign Provider; leads orthodontic treatment
Course completion, UCLA, USA
Member, UPenn Endodontics Study Club, USA
Member, International Congress of Oral Implantologists (ICOI)
Member, Seoul Prime Orthodontic Study Club

Dr. Hyun Sung Park

Clinic Director

Co-founder and joint clinic director
DDS, Seoul National University School of Dentistry
Master’s degree, SNU Graduate School of Dentistry
Former staff, Dept. of General Dentistry, SNU Dental Hospital
Microendodontics Programme, SNU
Course completion, UCLA, USA
Member, UPenn Endodontics Study Club, USA
Certified Invisalign Provider
Osstem Implant AIC Programme
Member, International Congress of Oral Implantologists (ICOI)

Dr. Yu Jin Kim

Dentist

Board-certified specialist, Advanced General Dentistry (Ministry of Health and Welfare)
Johns Hopkins University, USA
Master’s degree, SNU Graduate School of Dentistry
Former staff, Osaka University Dental Hospital, Japan

Dr. Min Ji Choi

Dentist

Board-certified specialist, Conservative Dentistry
Board-certified specialist, Advanced General Dentistry
Internship and residency, Jeonbuk National University Dental Hospital
Master’s degree in Conservative Dentistry, Jeonbuk National University

Dr. Jin Young Choi

Dentist

Board-certified specialist, Advanced General Dentistry
Clinical training, Faculty of Dentistry, University of British Columbia, Canada
Master’s degree, Kyungpook National University Graduate School of Dentistry
BA in English Language and Literature, Korea University

Video

Video: our dentists explain

In Korean. On YouTube, turn on subtitles and choose Settings → Subtitles → Auto-translate → English.

Video: Starting Clear Aligner Treatment: Key Care Instructions — **Starting Clear Aligner Treatment: Key Care Instructions**2:26 · The Seoul Dental Clinic on YouTube

What this video covers

In this short video, the dentist in charge of orthodontics walks new clear aligner (Invisalign) patients through the basic instructions. Aligners should be worn at least 20 hours a day so that steady force can move the teeth, and an aligner that does not fit should not be forced in; patients should contact the clinic and come in instead. Patients are asked to wear their aligners to appointments so the fit can be checked, and to bring any unused aligners, especially those who receive several sets at once, such as students studying overseas. Aligners should be cleaned before wearing with running water, mild soap, or a regular toothbrush, kept in their case when not in use to avoid losing them, and pressed firmly into place so they seat fully on the attachments.

Wear aligners at least 20 hours a day
Do not force an ill-fitting aligner; contact the clinic instead
Clean aligners before wearing, store them in the case, and check they are fully seated

More videos on the clinic’s YouTube channel →

Aligners for Adults: frequently asked questions

How much are clear aligners?

Invisalign is listed at ₩2.5M to ₩7M, depending on the case. VAT may apply and the final figure is confirmed at consultation.

Will people notice them at work?

They are clear and less visible than brackets, though attachments can be seen up close. Many wearers find them discreet.

How often are check-ups?

It depends on your plan. Your dentist explains the schedule at your examination.

What are attachments?

Small tooth-colored shapes bonded to teeth to help aligners guide movement. Your dentist decides if you need them.

Do I need a retainer afterward?

Usually yes, to help hold the result. Fixed retainers are listed at ₩100,000 to ₩200,000 and removable retainers at ₩150,000 to ₩200,000.

Are aligners better than braces?

Neither is better for everyone. Aligners are removable and discreet; braces are fixed and suit some complex cases.

How long does treatment take?

It varies with the case, so we do not give a fixed time. Ask for an estimate after examination.

Can I get a consultation in English?

Yes. English-language consultation is available at +82-31-757-1525.

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Visit us: Taepyeong Station Exit 5, Seongnam

2–3F, 1225 Seongnam-daero, Sujeong-gu, Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do (Taepyeong Station Exit 5)

Monday – Wednesday	09:30 – 20:30
Thursday	09:30 – 19:00
Friday	09:30 – 18:30
Saturday	09:30 – 13:00
Sunday	Closed
Public holidays	Open
Lunch break	None — continuous hours

Parking garage in the building; parking benefits for patients receiving treatment.

Directions from Taepyeong Station Exit 5 → · Naver Map

Entrance sign of The Seoul Dental Clinic