Invisalign – Oak Point, TX
Personalized, Effective, and Virtually Undetectable
There was a time when only metal brackets and wires could guide your teeth into their properly aligned positions. Thanks to Invisalign, that’s no longer the case! Now, patients in Oak Point can turn to our highly-trained team of dentists for personalized, effective, and virtually undetectable orthodontic treatment. If you’d like to schedule a consultation to learn more, you can get in touch with our team directly. Otherwise, you can read on!
Why Choose The Elegant Dentistry for Invisalign?
- Dr. Jainisha Is a Preferred Invisalign Provider
- Flexible Financing Available
- Advanced Dental Technology
How Invisalign Works
Although the technology that makes Invisalign possible is complex, the treatment process is quite simple. A series of clear aligners are made to gradually move your teeth from where they are now to their ideal positions. You’ll wear each aligner for 20-22 hours a day, and you’ll move onto the next one in the series after 7-14 days of wear. Within a matter of weeks, you’ll be able to see the progress, and the average treatment timeline is just 12 to 18 months!
Indications for Invisalign
With personalized treatment plans and custom aligners, our team at The Elegant Dentistry can help patients with a wide range of orthodontic issues, including:
Crowded Teeth
If your teeth overlap, then the look, function, and health of your smile may be compromised. Fortunately, we can use clear aligners to gently push your teeth into their properly aligned positions, giving you your best smile.
Gaps Between Teeth
For some patients, the gap between their two front teeth is a part of their “look.” For others, the spaces in their smile have a negative effect on their self-esteem. Don’t worry – Invisalign can guide your teeth closer and closer together until your teeth are perfectly straight.
Bite Alignment
A misaligned bite poses numerous problems, including premature wear and tear on your teeth. The good news is that our dedicated cosmetic dentists can use Invisalign clear aligners to fix overbites, crossbites, and several other common bite issues.
The Benefits of Invisalign
When patients hear “Invisalign,” they often think “clear braces.” While their discreet appearance is certainly a perk, it isn’t the only thing that makes Invisalign a great treatment option. Here are a few other reasons patients love this alternative to traditional braces:
- There aren’t any dietary restrictions.
- The average treatment timeline is shorter than metal braces.
- There aren’t any complicated oral hygiene regimens.
- The aligners are custom-made from smooth plastic.
- There are fewer check-in appointments throughout your treatment.
Understanding the Cost of Invisalign®
Like each treatment plan, the cost of Invisalign is unique to the patient. That’s because everything from the severity of your misalignment to how many trays you need needs to be considered before we can give you an accurate estimate! If you’re interested in finding out how much clear aligner treatment is, we encourage you to schedule an appointment with us so we can provide you with the answer you’re looking for. We’ll also review all of the financial solutions that can help make Invisalign more affordable, including dental insurance, our membership plan, and flexible financing.
Factors that Affect the Cost of Invisalign
There are a few different factors that our dentists will consider when determining the cost of your Invisalign treatment. They include:
- Whether you need aligners to straighten one arch or both
- How complex the movement of your teeth will need to be to ensure successful results (i.e., a single gap between teeth will likely be much cheaper to fix than addressing severely crooked teeth)
- How long you can expect your treatment to take, as more aligners may be required if prolonged care is necessary to achieve results
Invisalign vs. DIY Aligners: Which Costs More?
It can be tempting to choose DIY aligners over Invisalign treatment, but some potential problems can arise should you opt to pursue straighter teeth without professional oversight. Yes, the cost of DIY aligners is cheaper than Invisalign, but the mishaps that can occur along the way can end up costing you more because of the correction that will be required from a professional.
By choosing Invisalign instead, you not only have the confidence of knowing your treatment is being monitored by a trusted dentist but also, the impressions captured of your teeth will produce aligners that effectively shift your teeth into proper alignment. While the cost may be higher, the results you can expect are life-changing.
Does Dental Insurance Cover Invisalign?
You will need to review your existing dental insurance plan to determine if they provide any form of coverage for orthodontics. Some do offer partial coverage, but Invisalign may not be included. You can ask a member of our team to review your policy beforehand so that you understand what kind of out-of-pocket costs you can expect.
Options for Making Invisalign Affordable
The Elegant Dentistry is committed to helping you take better care of your smile, so if Invisalign is recommended but you don’t have insurance to help cover the cost, we provide alternative payment options to make the financial side of treatment more manageable. We offer:
- Flexible Financing: Through CareCredit or Sunbit, you can enroll in a low- or no-interest payment plan that breaks up the cost of your treatment into manageable installments.
- In-House Savings Plan: For a flat annual or monthly fee, you can receive preventive dental care as well as discounts on all other available services offered in our Oak Point dental office.
If you are ready to take the next step and achieve a straighter smile, make sure to contact our office to find out how we can help with any of the financial details associated with treatment.
Invisalign FAQs
What happens after Invisalign?
After completing your Invisalign treatment, you will meet with your dentist to ensure that appropriate alignment has been achieved. If so, you can expect to move on to the retention phase, which means wearing a retainer. These are custom-made just like your aligners, only a retainer helps to keep your teeth in their new location. You may have the option of choosing between a wire or a clear retainer. This post-treatment fixture is important to ensure the long-term placement of your smile.
Based on your needs, your dentist will decide how long you will wear your retainer, but the normal recommendation is to wear it full-time initially before gradually shifting to wearing it only at night.
Is Invisalign cheaper than braces?
The cost of orthodontic treatment, no matter the method, is different for each patient. Typically, Invisalign and traditional braces cost about the same, but it ultimately depends on various factors that are considered during the consultation. The higher cost associated with these treatments is around $5,000, but your oral health, commitment to treatment, and the severity of your misalignment can be influential when determining the cost.
It may be that in certain cases, Invisalign is more expensive than traditional braces, but this is usually because it may not be covered by dental insurance. It’s important to review your plan beforehand to determine if Invisalign is partially covered, as this will help to lower your out-of-pocket expenses.
Who is not eligible for Invisalign?
Invisalign is often a suitable form of treatment for patients who have all of their permanent teeth. Children as young as 13 can enjoy the benefits of Invisalign; however, there are some exceptions.
- If your bite is significantly misaligned, Invisalign may not be enough to correct it, thus requiring your dentist to recommend traditional braces or another form of orthodontic treatment.
- If you smoke and do not plan to quit, Invisalign may not be recommended because of how it can put your oral health at risk and stain your aligners.
- If our team finds that your teeth are small, misshapen, or eroded, additional dental work may be required before Invisalign can be considered.
How long does Invisalign take?
There is no definite timeline for Invisalign, as each patient is different. While the average timeframe is between 12 and 18 months, this can be longer or shorter depending on various factors that our team must consider when preparing a plan (i.e., the severity of your misalignment and how committed you are to completing treatment). Some milder cases may only require a patient to wear Invisalign aligners for six months but even if a full 18 months is required, this is still shorter than the average treatment time for braces, which can be 2-3 years.
