Invisalign – Dallas, TX

Factors That Affect the Cost of Invisalign

Below are some of the most important factors that determine how much you’ll pay for Invisalign:

• The Number of Aligners Needed: Some forms of dental misalignment are more severe than others. The more complex your case is, the more aligners you’ll need to pay for.
• Whether Both Arches are Being Straightened: In some cases, you might only need to wear Invisalign on your upper or lower arch. Naturally, straightening just one arch costs less than straightening both.
• Your Compliance with the Treatment: If you don’t wear your aligners as directed every day, it can end up extending the treatment, which adds to the overall cost. Also, if you lose an aligner entirely, you might need to pay for a replacement (unless it was almost time for you to switch to a new aligner anyway).
• Additional Accessories: Some patients are given elastics and other accessories for their Invisalign treatment. Such accessories come with their own price tag.

Does Dental Insurance Cover Invisalign?

Most insurance companies do include orthodontic coverage, and more often than not that includes Invisalign (although it depends on what policy you have). This can help you save quite a bit of money on your treatment, and you’ll have our team on hand to make sure you’re able to maximize your benefits. Remember that even if your insurance won’t pay for Invisalign, you could still use an FSA or HSA to help cover the treatment.

Options for Making Invisalign Affordable

Even without insurance, you have the option of signing up for our in-house membership plan. In exchange for a one-time annual fee, you can enjoy a 20% discount on a wide variety of treatments. Furthermore, our dental office works with CareCredit and Sunbit Financing so that our patients can take advantage of their no-to-low interest plans. You can simply pay in smaller monthly installments that are easier on your budget instead of paying the entire cost of care all at once.

What Does Invisalign Look Like?

Invisalign aligners are made out of clear plastic. They’re easy to see when they’re outside of your mouth, but once you place them on your teeth, they become much harder to detect. Most people won’t even realize that you’re wearing them unless they know what to look for.

Note that clear aligners can become stained, and if that happens, they’ll naturally become much more visible. If you want your aligners to stay discreet, you should take the time to clean them after every meal. Don’t forget to brush your teeth as well so that there aren’t any remaining food particles that might get trapped against the aligners.

Can You Eat with Invisalign?

You should never try to eat anything while your Invisalign aligners are still in your mouth; doing so could damage or discolor them. It can also put excessive amounts of pressure on your teeth. As such, you should always carry your Invisalign case with you so that you have a safe place to put your aligners while you’re eating.

Note that it is safe to drink water while Invisalign is in your mouth. However, you’ll still have to take your aligners out if you want to drink any other kind of beverage due to the risk of stains.

Who is Not Eligible for Invisalign?

Invisalign is not suitable for kids who do not have all of their permanent teeth; as such, it isn’t usually recommended until the age of 13. Most teens and adults are considered candidates for the treatment, but it may not be viable in cases where:

• The misalignment problems are too severe to be corrected with clear aligners alone.
• The patient uses tobacco products that might stain the aligners and is unable/unwilling to stop.
• The patient has particularly small, misshapen, or eroded teeth.

We will examine your smile and carefully consider the current state of your oral and overall health before we decide whether Invisalign is the best choice for you.

Can You Get Invisalign After Braces?

In many cases, patients who have already worn braces in the past may be able to use Invisalign to correct any orthodontic issues that have developed since then. It is also sometimes possible to switch to Invisalign after braces have already been used to correct any severe bite issues. During your first appointment, we’ll help you determine the best approach for your orthodontic needs.