Invisalign clear aligners are a great solution for straightening your teeth and fixing bite issues. Just because this treatment is newer than the traditional braces that you may be used to, doesn’t mean that it’s much more expensive. What is the cost of Invisalign?
The cost between Invisalign and traditional braces is very comparable. Some specialty braces, like ceramic or lingual braces, are even more expensive than clear aligner therapy.
How Much Does Invisalign Cost?
The cost for Invisalign treatment averages around $5,000 (more or less for specific cases.) The total cost of Invisalign may be based on how complex your case is and how many months your treatment will require. This is determined by taking a digital impression of your mouth, evaluating your teeth, and constructing a custom treatment plan.
Evaluating The Cost of Invisalign
When determining if you believe that the cost of Invisalign is worth it, you should consider the following:
- The dental practice incurs a fee from the Invisalign laboratory to have the aligners made.
- The number of months required to complete the entire treatment process and how many trays are required.
- Throughout the course of your orthodontic journey, you’ll have multiple visits with your dental professionals, which are included in the total cost of treatment.
- Invisalign results can last a lifetime when you wear your retainers as directed.
- When your teeth are straight, they are easier to clean therefore they have a much better chance of staying healthy, as do your gums. This means that you’re less prone to developing cavities or inflamed gum tissue in the future (which would warrant undergoing dental treatment and incurring added expenses.)
- Having a confident, beautiful smile will boost your self-esteem, which isn’t something that you can put a price on.
- With an attractive smile, you may find more opportunities in your personal and work life.For instance, you can make a great impression during that upcoming job interview or when you get back into the dating scene.
As you can see, when you break down the entire Invisalign process and evaluate the results, the initial investment that you would make in the treatment seems quite reasonable.
Traditional Braces Have The Potential For Added Expense
Another thing that you should consider when determining the cost of Invisalign versus traditional braces is the added expense that braces can incur.
Since your teeth are more difficult to clean while in braces, our dentist might recommend that you see us for a professional cleaning more regularly than you typically would. This would require at least two more of these appointments per year than you would without braces.
Additionally, since brushing and flossing properly is challenging, you’re more prone to developing cavities when in braces ー resulting in the need and expense of having to repair the damage with a filling or other treatment.
Decalcification is an area of weakened tooth enamel that is a highly pigmented white spot that often occurs in patients with braces, as a result of inadequately cleaning their teeth. Depending on their severity, these spots can cause hypersensitivity to cold temperatures, and their appearance can be very obvious. In turn, many patients who suffer from decalcification caused by braces will require a desensitizing treatment and/or some type of cosmetic procedure to remove or blend in the white spots.
Stains and yellowing of your teeth are also very common when you have braces so many patients choose to whiten their teeth once they’re finished with treatment.
Since Invisalign clear aligners are removable, cleaning your teeth is as easy as ever. You won’t have any stubborn brackets or wires to maneuver around so your teeth will remain healthy and there won’t be any added expenses as a result of having the treatment.
Dental Insurance and Cost of Invisalign
If you have dental insurance, then you can take advantage of the orthodontic benefits that your plan includes. Meaning that your coverage will pay a certain dollar amount toward straightening your teeth. This figure is typically a separate allowance from your general dentistry fund and can range from anywhere between $1,000 to $2,500 depending on your specific plan. Dental insurance plans typically cover Invisalign treatment the same way they do braces.
Not sure if you have orthodontic insurance coverage? To find out you can contact your dental insurance company, the benefits enrollment officer at your place of employment, or one of Sachem Dental’s insurance coordinators.
When you come in for your Invisalign consultation, we’ll be able to specifically go over the cost of treatment, the insurance benefits that you have, and the options that you have for paying on your out-of-pocket portion.
Interest-Free Payment Plans for Cost of Invisalign
Sachem Dental Group offers payment plans to help you make your dream of having beautiful straight teeth a reality. Available through a third-party lender for our patients with strong credit histories, you could be approved for up to 24 months of financing the cost of Invisalign with interest-free payments, without even having to make a down payment.
Even if your credit is less than perfect you may still qualify for low-interest payment plans.
With different options available we are confident that we can find the right payment plan for everyone. So don’t let the financial aspect of Invisalign scare you and keep you away. It doesn’t hurt to find out what type of commitment you’d be looking at if you decided to undergo this life-changing orthodontic treatment.
Long Island Invisalign
If you’re ready to start your journey to a more attractive and healthier smile, then Sachem Dental Group is here to help. Our highly skilled and experienced team of dentists can take care of all of your dental and orthodontic needs under one roof. Call today to schedule an appointment and you’ll quickly learn why our practice has been the go-to dental facility for Suffolk County residents for over 35 years now. We look forward to meeting you and seeing how we can help change your life with Invisalign.