Factors That May Affect the Invisalign Cost for Teeth Straightening

Invisalign® is a great treatment to undergo to straighten crooked, gapped, or crowded teeth. An important factor that plays a role in one's treatment decision is the cost. Continue reading to find out more about Invisalign® costs. 

Invisalign® and what factors play into the overall costs

Outlined below are some of the factors that play into the overall cost of Invisalign®. This information should be reviewed by individuals who are looking into their options.

The severity of the misalignment

The number one factor that plays a role in the cost of Invisalign® is the severity of the misalignment. For example, teeth that are severely crooked, crowded, or gapped, there may be a need to undergo treatment for longer times, which can add to the price. On the flip side, if the teeth are only mildly misaligned, Invisalign® will not be needed for as long, thus lowering the price. 

Number of trays

The severity of one's misalignment determines how many aligner trays are needed, which will also contribute to the overall costs. The more trays that are needed in the series, the higher the cost will be, and vice versa. There are a few factors that can actually add costs to the treatment process later on. Read about them below. 

Discipline during treatment

Invisalign® is one teeth straightening treatment that requires an immense amount of discipline when it comes to wear times. The aligners have to be worn for 22 hours a day minimum. Of course, they can be removed for eating and oral hygiene; however, outside of that, it is key to wear them all the time. 

Because Invisalign® is removable, it can be easy to remove the piece and forget to put them back in. Over time, relaxed wearing of Invisalign® can actually harm the process. The results can be skewed and it can take longer for the treatment to do its job. 

The shift

Another factor that plays a role in the final costs of Invisalign® is the potential for the teeth not to shift as predicted. Although the Invisalign® technology and expertise of the dentist are both reliable, it is possible that the teeth will not shift at the speed that was said at the start of treatment. If the teeth take longer to shift and move into the desired position, there may be a need for additional aligner trays to be printed. 

Talk to a dentist today

To get started with Invisalign®, the best thing to do is to start by consulting with a general dentist directly. The dentist can evaluate the severity of the problem at hand and determine what route to take.

In the case of Invisalign®, treatment can usually begin pretty quickly. Scans will have to be taken for the dental lab and then custom-creation of the series of trays can take up to three weeks. During this waiting period, the dentist will provide an estimated timeline for the patient, as well as final costs. To find out more about Invisalign® or to get scheduled for a consultation, reach out today. 

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