Cost of dental aligners can vary greatly, depending on the type of aligners you choose.
Clear aligners
are usually more expensive than traditional braces, but the exact cost depends on the specific needs of your teeth. Most dental insurance plans cover clear aligners the same way they cover normal braces, but it's best to check with your insurance company to find out the extent of their coverage. The whitening option is not available until after you complete the treatment, as the clear aligning plastic is not compatible with the whitening gel.Invisalign clear aligners are a popular alternative to metal braces, and the technology has been evolving since its introduction in 1997.The American Dental Association advises against buying clear aligners directly from manufacturers in what is called “do it yourself” orthodontics. Straightening your teeth requires orthodontic treatment, such as traditional metal braces or clear aligners. Clear aligners are removable and the treatment time is usually shorter than with metal braces. Invisalign clear aligners use SmartForce accessories that allow for more precise corrections than other clear aligners.
Most brands of clear aligners offer some form of funding or monthly payment plan to help you pay for the full cost of treatment, and some even offer a lifetime warranty after treatment. Both options require the patient to care for their orthodontic devices, but since clear aligners are removable, the patient has a greater responsibility to clean them and keep them on for the required time. The biggest benefit of Invisalign is its convenience - you can choose to wear your aligners for 22 hours a day with the system that lasts all day or choose the nighttime system, which requires you to wear them a little more than 10 hours a night while you sleep so that they stay in place. If you're looking for an alternative to metal braces that still allows you to straighten your teeth, clear aligners might be the right solution for you.
