Your Peterborough Invisalign® Provider
People seeking Invisalign orthodontic treatment will often have questions about cost. Today, our dentists in Peterborough break down the financial factors you might want to consider as you make your decision.
What is Invisalign?
Invisalign clear aligners are a series of custom-made, removable clear aligners that are designed to gradually adjust your teeth into prescribed positions determined by your dentist. You'd typically change your clear aligners about every 2 weeks.
Patients are able to remove their clear aligners to eat, drink and brush their teeth. Invisalign clear aligners can help to correct numerous orthodontic issues such as bite issues, crowding and misalignment. Teenagers and adults also like this popular treatment option for its adaptability to their lifestyles and discreet appearance.
Who is an ideal candidate for clear aligners?
Many more adults have been seeking orthodontic treatment in recent years, aiming to achieve straighter teeth and a healthier smile. The efficiency and appearance of clear aligners might be one reason for the increase.
When it comes to identifying who is a good candidate for clear aligners, almost any adult who has an issue with the alignment of their teeth can ask their dentist about this treatment option. The dentist will then examine your mouth to find out whether clear aligners would help correct your issue.
A few specific problems clear aligners can help include open bite, spaces and gaps between teeth, crossbite, overbite and crowding.
Factors Affecting Invisalign Costs
Here are the financial factors that contribute to the total amount you might pay for Invisalign:
- Your oral health needs and how much work needs to be completed
- Any coverage your insurance plan can provide
- Your location and average prices for this type of orthodontic treatment in your city
- The dentist’s time for his or her work
The average cost of Invisalign treatment is similar to the average cost for braces. The only way to determine the cost of your customized treatment plan is to consult with your dentist about your individual case.
Along with your oral health and the extent of the work required, your specific jaw shape and misalignment issues will help dictate your treatment plan, how many aligners you’ll need and the duration of the process, and therefore the cost of your treatment.
Paying for Invisalign
If cost is high on your list of considerations, you may want to speak to your dentist about payment options. After your initial consultation, you’ll have an estimate of total cost and can decide whether you’d like to move ahead.
Similar to regular braces, most dental insurance plans cover Invisalign, but check with your insurance company first to find out the extent of the coverage you’ll have.
If you're thinking of treating your dental health issues with an orthodontic option such as Invisalign, financial considerations will likely help you make your decision. Fortunately, depending on your oral health requirements, Invisalign may make sense for you.