Orthodontics · Tustin, CA
Invisalign and braces for teens and adults in Tustin, CA, from Dr. Edward Viloria, a board-certified orthodontist working inside the Marta Rudat DDS family practice.
Orthodontics is the treatment that straightens teeth and corrects your bite, using clear aligners or braces.
At Marta Rudat DDS in Tustin, CA, orthodontic care for teens and adults is provided by Dr. Edward Viloria, a board-certified orthodontist, and planned alongside your general dental health so alignment, gums, and any other dental work move in the same direction.
Why it matters
Crowded and misaligned teeth are harder to clean, inviting decay and gum disease into the tight spots your toothbrush can't reach. A misaligned bite also wears enamel unevenly, strains the jaw, and can chip or crack teeth years down the line. Straightening fixes the daily-life problems first, and the smile in photos comes along as the bonus everyone notices.
At our Tustin practice, treatment is planned the way a mail-order aligner company never can: Dr. Viloria builds your orthodontic plan with your full exam, X-rays, and gum health in front of him, and Dr. Marta's chart on the same screen.
If a tooth needs a filling before it moves, or your gums need attention first, that gets sequenced into the plan instead of discovered mid-treatment.
Two paths
Which one
Invisalign fits best when the case is mild to moderate, appearance during treatment matters, and you'll reliably wear the trays 20 to 22 hours a day. Removable also means eating and brushing stay normal.
Braces fit best for complex movements like severe rotations and significant bite correction, and for teens where remembering trays is a gamble. They work around the clock with nothing to lose or forget.
Either way, a specialist decides. Dr. Viloria is trained across both tools, so the recommendation you get at the consultation comes from someone board-certified in tooth movement itself, with no reason to steer you toward one option over the other. You find out what your case needs before committing.
Request a ConsultationYour Orthodontist
Orthodontic treatment here is led by Dr. Edward Viloria, DDS. He earned his dental degree at UC San Francisco, completed a three-year orthodontics residency at UCLA, and holds board certification from the American Board of Orthodontics, a voluntary credential many orthodontists never complete.
Patients consistently describe him as thorough and easy to understand when he walks through what your teeth are doing.
Around him is the practice you may already know: Dr. Marta Rudat has cared for Tustin families for more than 15 years, and she remains your dentist through treatment and after it, for cleanings, checkups, and retainer years.
Alignment often pairs with her cosmetic dentistry when patients want whitening or bonding as the finishing touch.
Board-Certified
Edward Viloria, DDS
In their words
More than 200 patients have left five-star reviews across Dr. Marta's 15+ years in Tustin.
I'd been thinking about veneers for ten years. Dr. Marta is the only dentist who actually listened to what I wanted my smile to look like - and then delivered it. People keep asking what I changed.
I came in for Invisalign and stayed for the experience. It's the only dental office I've ever walked into that feels like a private studio. Dr. Marta is meticulous.
Full smile makeover after years of avoidance. She handled my case with so much care. I cried looking in the mirror - happy crying. It looks like me, just younger.
Cost
Typical Orange County ranges: Invisalign runs about $3,500 to $7,000 and braces about $3,000 to $7,500, depending on how far your teeth need to move and how long treatment takes.
Many PPO dental plans include an orthodontic benefit, often covering a portion for patients under 18 and sometimes for adults.
At your consultation you get one itemized number for your case, your insurance verified, and monthly payment options laid out, so the decision gets made with real figures.
Invisalign
Mild to moderate crowding, spacing, and bite correction
Braces
Complex tooth movement, significant bite correction, and cases where fixed treatment is preferred
**These are general ranges for the area, not quotes. Your exact cost depends on the type of treatment, the complexity of tooth movement, and the length of treatment. Many PPO dental plans include an orthodontic benefit, although coverage varies by plan and may differ for children and adults. Insurance benefits can be verified before treatment, and monthly payment options are available.
Frequently Asked
Am I too old for orthodontic treatment?
No. Teeth move at any age, and adults are the fastest-growing group in orthodontic treatment. The consultation looks at gum and bone health rather than your birth year; if those are sound, age alone rules nothing out.
Is there a real orthodontist at Marta Rudat DDS?
Yes. Dr. Edward Viloria, a board-certified orthodontist, provides all braces and Invisalign treatment at the practice. He completed his DDS at UC San Francisco and a three-year orthodontics residency at UCLA, and is certified by the American Board of Orthodontics.
How long does treatment take?
Most Invisalign cases run 6 to 18 months and most braces cases 12 to 24 months, depending on complexity. Minor crowding finishes faster; significant bite correction takes longer. You get a case-specific timeline before starting.
Is there a real orthodontist at Marta Rudat DDS?
Yes. Dr. Edward Viloria, a board-certified orthodontist, provides all braces and Invisalign treatment at the practice. He completed his DDS at UC San Francisco and a three-year orthodontics residency at UCLA, and is certified by the American Board of Orthodontics.
Am I too old for orthodontic treatment?
No. Teeth move at any age, and adults are the fastest-growing group in orthodontic treatment. The consultation looks at gum and bone health rather than your birth year; if those are sound, age alone rules nothing out.
By private consultation only
One consultation with Dr. Viloria gets you an honest read: Invisalign, braces, or the news that your teeth are fine as they are. All three answers are on the table, and you leave with real numbers for whichever is yours.