Invisalign Heath, Mt. Vernon

Completely Clear

If you are looking for a solution that keeps your orthodontic treatment a secret, you cannot go wrong with Invisalign. These clear aligners are made from a smooth plastic that fits snugly against your teeth. It is nearly impossible for anyone to notice that you are undergoing treatment. This is one of the most pivotal reasons people often choose Invisalign simply because they can straighten their teeth without compromising their daily appearance.

No Food Restrictions

Worried you’ll have to give up your favorite foods while pursuing orthodontic treatment? You have nothing to fear because Invisalign allows you to eat whatever you want! Because you are required to remove your clear aligners before eating or drinking, you do not need to worry about foods getting stuck between metal brackets and wires. Instead, you can eat with greater ease. You just simply need to rinse your mouth with water and/or brush your teeth before reinserting your trays when you are finished.

Improved Oral Health

Wearing traditional braces can make it hard to adequately clean your teeth and gums. You often have to use specialized instruments to navigate the tiny crevices. But with Invisalign, you can remove your trays, brush, floss, and rinse like normal, and feel confident that your smile is free of any harmful bacteria. When it comes to your trays, you simply need to use a soft-bristled toothbrush, lukewarm water, and clear soap to remove dried saliva and bacteria. You should also let them soak for about 15 minutes in a specific Invisalign solution. This will ensure that your aligners remain transparent and clean throughout your treatment.

Greater Flexibility

If you enjoy playing sports or an instrument, you can freely do so with Invisalign. Instead of worrying about accidentally busting or breaking a metal wire, you can remove your aligners and keep them in a protective case while playing along with the band or practicing on the field. You just need to remember to wear a customized mouthguard to protect your teeth and gums and immediately put them back into place once you are finished with your game and/or musical number.

Boosted Confidence

Instead of feeling self-conscious about your appearance in front of your colleagues, friends, or family, you can feel confident and ready to take on new opportunities with Invisalign. Because of the clear aligners that are working to straighten your smile, you can go on about your day without worrying about what others are saying about your orthodontic work.

Wearing Your Trays

As we mentioned above, you need to wear your aligners for 20+ hours a day. Otherwise, you will quickly fall off-track with your treatment plan, requiring more time and money to be invested in the teeth-straightening process. So, make your daily wear time a priority! The best way to make this easy is by finding a schedule that works and sticking to it. If you need some help, use the stopwatch on your phone or the timer on the Invisalign app.

Cleaning Your Aligners

Of course, you don’t want your aligners to turn yellow or have an unpleasant odor. The easiest way to prevent either from happening is by taking great care of them. That starts with good habits, like rinsing them with clean, cool water when you take them off and storing them in their designated case afterward. You also need to clean them each morning and night with a soft-bristled toothbrush, clear, mild dishwashing liquid, and a dentist-recommended aligner cleaner.

Eating & Drinking

Navigating mealtimes with clear aligners is easy because there’s basically only one rule: you need to take them off first. The only exception is water. With everything else, including iced coffee, they must be removed. Make sure that you don’t wrap them in a napkin, leave them on the counter, or place them on your plate either; this is an easy way to accidentally misplace them. Instead, put them in their designated case, and brush your teeth immediately after your meal so you can put your aligners back on.

Damaging a Tray

If your trays warp, split down the middle, or break into multiple pieces, there is only one thing to do: call us! That way, we can quickly determine how to get your orthodontic treatment back on-track – whether it’s having a replacement tray made or asking you to move onto the next set in the series a bit earlier than expected.

Routine Check-Ins 

Check-in visits are important because they allow our team at Wigal Orthodontics to monitor your progress. If your teeth are moving as anticipated, we can provide you with your next batch of aligners to ensure you stay on-track with your treatment plan. If they aren’t moving as anticipated, then we can determine both why that is and the best way to address it.

Factors that Affect the Cost of Invisalign

We’ll be able to give you an estimate of how much your Invisalign treatment will cost when you come visit us for a consultation. A few of the most important factors that will influence the final cost are:

• The severity of your case: Complex or severe orthodontic issues will naturally cost more to correct than minor problems.
• Your current oral health: It’s important that your smile is free of cavities and gum disease before Invisalign treatment, so you may need to add in the cost of preliminary treatments to address these problems beforehand.
• The length of your treatment: Invisalign uses a series of clear plastic aligners that are switched out every two weeks or so. Naturally, the longer your treatment, the more expensive it will be.
• Your willingness to stick to your treatment plan: It’ll be up to you to keep your Invisalign treatment on track by wearing and caring for your aligners properly. If you don’t wear them often enough or lose or break them frequently, you may increase the cost of your treatment.

Invisalign VS Smile Direct Club™: Which Costs More?

Patients who are looking for a quick and easy fix to straighten their teeth may be tempted to try mail-in orthodontic services like the Smile Direct Club™. This DIY orthodontic service typically costs less than Invisalign and can be completed without visiting an orthodontist.

However, while this may seem convenient at first, having no oversight from a trained professional when chancing the position of your teeth can be dangerous. If you take your impressions incorrectly, if oral health issues aren’t caught beforehand, or if the aligners are made incorrectly, you could run into serious complications that need to be corrected by a professional or with surgery. Meanwhile, when you come visit Wigal Orthodontics for Invisalign, we’ll be with you every step of the way to make sure your treatment goes exactly according to plan. You’ll enjoy a smoother treatment process and the peace-of-mind knowing that your smile is in good hands.

Does Dental Insurance Cover Invisalign?

Every dental insurance policy is different. Some plans cover orthodontic treatment, while others do not. Even among those that do offer coverage for orthodontics, not all of them cover Invisalign. Thankfully, our knowledgeable team has years of experience navigating the details of insurance policies and what they cover. We will make sure that your benefits are being maximized and your out-of-pocket expenses are being minimized.

Options for Making Invisalign Affordable

Dental or orthodontic insurance isn’t your only option for making Invisalign affordable. If you’re interested in getting a straighter smile, we’re happy to offer a new patient special for a free orthodontic exam and consultation. Additionally, we partner with CareCredit to offer low- to no-interest financing options for qualifying patients. These payment plans allow you to break up the cost of your Invisalign treatment into smaller, more manageable monthly payments that fit into your budget.