Prepare for Your Appointment
After you floss and scrub your teeth spotless at home, it’s a great idea to arrive ten to fifteen minutes early—even for your FREE Invisalign consultation! By doing so, you’ll have time to fill out any necessary paperwork, get comfortable in the office, check in for your appointment, and discuss Invisalign costs with our team. Although we send your paperwork electronically so you can complete it at your convenience, we still recommend arriving at least ten minutes early. That way, you’ll avoid any delays and have a smooth, stress-free start to your visit.
Have These Questions Written Down Before Your Appointment
Everyone’s Invisalign journey is unique, so your dentist may not immediately answer questions like “How much does it cost?” or “How long will treatment take?” To give you clear answers, your dentist first needs to complete an exam and perform a 3-D digital iTero scan. After that, they’ll create a personalized plan tailored to your smile. Once the plan is ready, you’ll know the exact cost, timeline, and steps involved. Even before the scan, your cosmetic consultation provides helpful information. Learn how Invisalign works, what the process looks like, and whether it’s the right fit for you. That way, you’ll feel confident before committing to treatment.
Ask Your Dentist at Your Free Invisalign Consultation
This is a great question for your dentist in your cosmetic consultation, as answers vary!
After you decide to pursue your dream smile with Invisalign, your first appointment consists of your iTero digital scan and treatment planning!
Yes! Since Invisalign visits focus mainly on aligning your teeth, it’s important to continue your regular hygiene appointments twice a year. In addition, check with your dentist—they may recommend scheduling your Invisalign check-up and hygiene visit on the same day for added convenience. By keeping up with both, you ensure your teeth stay healthy while moving into proper alignment.
Your appointment schedule may vary based on your treatment plan, but most patients come in every 4 to 8 weeks. During these visits, your dentist checks your progress and ensures your Invisalign trays continue to move your teeth as planned. If you’re only coming in for a progress check—not a cleaning—your visit usually takes less than 30 minutes. That way, you can stay on track without spending too much time in the chair.
Since you can easily remove your aligners when you eat, you won’t have any dietary restrictions during your Invisalign treatment! Just remember, always brush your teeth before putting your aligners back in. That way, you can avoid trapping food between your teeth and gums, which helps prevent irritation and keeps your smile healthy.
Know What To Do When Things Go Wrong
Clean your aligners with a soft toothbrush and store them properly when you’re not wearing them. This should help dispel a few situations they may be likely to break or become lost. However, if something happens to your aligners, make sure you schedule an appointment right away to get a replacement! Know that there might be an extra cost for replacing aligners.
The Final Question: What Are My Payment and Insurance Options?
Many dental insurance policies cover the cost of Invisalign. If your insurance has orthodontic coverage, it will most likely cover a certain percentage of your treatment. You can check with your insurance company, or your benefits’ manager, or look at your benefits package under the “orthodontics” section. To see what insurance policies we are in-network with, visit our insurance page. Office visits without insurance while being interested in Invisalign is completely fine, payment plan options can be tailored to anyone! We believe every patient deserves to have the smile of their dreams, so that is why we offer payment plan options to help manage the cost of orthodontic treatment, such as Invisalign, and make it more affordable. Read more about our payment plans and our Discount Dental Plan to learn more information on these services. We also accept third-party financing such as Care Credit.
What Should You Expect from Your FREE Invisalign Consultation?
If you’re ready to book your consultation, go ahead and schedule an appointment. If you’d like to read more about Invisalign, visit our Invisalign page. We look forward to helping you reach your goal of a straighter smile!