Whether you have dental insurance or choose to pay using your HSA or FSA, you can lower your Invisalign price significantly. The following factors influence Invisalign price:.
Insurance
The cost of Invisalign is largely dependent on the severity of your misalignment. Very crooked teeth or a mouth with an overbite will require more time to correct, which drives up the price. Additionally, factors like how well you wear your aligners and follow instructions impact your results.
Most preferred provider organization (PPO) dental insurance plans cover some portion of the cost of Invisalign treatment. However, coverage is often restricted to orthodontics that are deemed medically necessary by the provider.
For example, Delta Dental may only cover Invisalign if the treatment is deemed medically necessary and the patient meets specific criteria, including proof of need and age limitations. Your orthodontist can help you understand your insurance policy and assist with appeals if necessary. Many orthodontists offer payment plan options that break up the total treatment costs into manageable monthly payments. These payment plans often don’t incur interest, making them a cost-effective option for patients. Additionally, some HSA and FSA plans allow members to use pre-tax funds to pay for orthodontic treatments, such as Invisalign.
Financing
Many dental practices offer flexible payment plan options, including monthly instalments that reduce the burden of a large upfront cost. These are often arranged through third-party credit providers such as CareCredit, which offers repayment windows of up to 24 months at zero interest or up to 60 months with low-interest rates.
Many people also have the option of using funds from a health savings account (HSA), which allows them to set aside pre-tax money that can be used to pay for medical or dental expenses. HSAs are particularly useful if you have a high insurance deductible, since the money that isn’t spent rolls over to the next year.
Some people choose to skip the dentist altogether and use a home impression kit to send to a company such as Smile Direct Club, which then provides them with their aligners in the mail. These methods can be significantly less expensive than a visit to an orthodontic clinic.
Virtual Consultations
Virtual consultations allow you to get a feel for the scope of your treatment and cost without having to take the time to come in to our office. Just use your smartphone or a digital camera to take a picture of your smile. Make sure the shot is clear and shows your entire bite.
We understand that you may be concerned about whether you can afford your Invisalign treatment, or if the cost will fit within your budget. That’s why we offer affordable financing options to help you pay for your treatment over a period of months.
Invisalign uses clear tray aligners to gradually move your teeth into a more aesthetically pleasing position. These aligners are crafted in our own facility using molds of your mouth to ensure the best fit and effectiveness. Although there are companies that claim to offer at-home straightening systems, they cannot match the specialized training and expertise of an orthodontist.
Additional Services
Depending on your insurance coverage and how involved your orthodontic treatment is, you may need to receive extra trays called refinements. Adding these additional aligners helps to ensure your smile is straight and properly aligned at the end of your Invisalign treatment. While discovering that you need these additional trays may be a bit stressful, it is important to understand why this treatment step is necessary.
When you visit your dentist, they will take photographs of your teeth and bite to determine if Invisalign is right for your smile. These are uploaded into a computer software program to help orthodontists remotely assess the ease of your malocclusion and whether or not it can be treated with Invisalign.
Invisalign is more expensive than traditional braces, but it also offers many benefits, such as discreet treatment and a quick treatment time. Fortunately, there are ways to reduce the cost of Invisalign. For example, you can use your dental insurance or take advantage of affordable financing options such as CareCredit to lower the cost of your Invisalign treatment.