At Locascio Family Dentistry, we’re passionate about introducing the newest orthodontic breakthroughs to Elk Grove, especially when they simplify life for busy parents and their growing kids.
That’s why we’re excited to offer Align Technology’s latest Invisalign® System with Mandibular Advancement and occlusal blocks. This 2025 innovation is already transforming how orthodontists across the country treat Class II issues, like overbites, and it’s now available right here in Elk Grove.
What Makes This New Invisalign Feature So Special?
Traditional treatments for Class II malocclusions often meant wearing bulky functional appliances, elastics, or even waiting until growth was complete. Now, with this new system:
- Simultaneous jaw + teeth correction — The lower jaw is gently advanced while teeth are straightened — all in one set of clear aligners.
- Solid occlusal blocks — Laser-welded for strength so they won’t crush or distort. They create just the right amount of vertical opening, allowing treatment to start earlier — even in deep bite or Class II division 2 cases.
- Super comfortable SmartTrack® material — Patients report an easy transition and high compliance because the aligners feel natural.
- No elastics, no palatal coverage, fully removable — Kids can eat, brush, and floss normally. No more “stuck” feeling or extra hardware.
- Precise control — Attachments can even be placed under the blocks for better tooth movement and leveling.
In short, you get fewer appliances, less hassle, and stunning results that boost both your child’s smile and their long-term bite health.
As Dr. Mitra Derakhshan, Align’s EVP and Chief Clinical Officer, explained: “The Invisalign System with mandibular advancement featuring occlusal blocks represents a breakthrough in Class II treatment with clear aligners by allowing doctors to simultaneously address dental and skeletal discrepancies in a more predictable and efficient manner.”
Local orthodontists using it agree. One noted: “Patients can bite down easily… compliance has been a breeze.” Another said young patients “love the ability to remove the aligners for eating.”
Why Elk Grove parents are raving about this new option for their tweens and teens
If your child is 10–16 years old and in the late mixed or early permanent dentition stage, this could be the ideal time to act. Early correction of mandibular retrusion (when the lower jaw sits too far back) can:
- Improve facial profile and confidence.
- Create a better space for permanent teeth.
- Reduce the chance of needing more invasive treatment later.
And since it’s Invisalign, the aligners stay almost invisible—ideal for school photos, sports, and all the moments that matter in Elk Grove.
Dr. Locascio and our team are specially trained in this new system and love seeing families light up when they discover their child can avoid the bulky gear they remember from years past.
Dental care designed for your family—come experience the latest Invisalign innovation at Locascio Family Dentistry.
If you’ve been told your child has an overbite, deep bite, or Class II issue, we invite you to schedule a complimentary Invisalign consultation at our Elk Grove office.
We’ll use our advanced iTero® digital scanner to show you a personalized preview of your child’s future smile — including how the mandibular advancement feature can work for them.
Located at 8101 Laguna Blvd #1, Elk Grove, CA 95758.
Call (916) 683-4333 or book online today. We welcome new patients, work with most insurance plans (including Delta Dental), and offer flexible financing through CareCredit.
A confident, healthy smile for your child is closer than ever—and now, it’s more comfortable, too.
In Elk Grove, see Dr. Locascio for advanced Invisalign treatment.
— Dr. Locascio & the Locascio Family Dentistry Team
Source: Align Technology Press Release – Commercial Availability in the U.S. and Canada (April 24, 2025) Read the full announcement here