Invisalign – Denver, CO

Crowded Teeth

Crowded teeth can be a serious problem, especially when you consider how difficult it can be to thoroughly clean between your teeth, which can result in tooth decay and gum disease. But with Invisalign, the aligners can create the necessary space by applying just enough pressure in various areas that will bring your teeth into proper alignment. As a result, clear aligner treatment can positively impact the look and health of your smile!

Gaps Between Teeth

Gapped teeth may not be the most aesthetically pleasing, but there’s a more serious problem that exists with this type of dental issue – the potential for cavities and gum disease! As food becomes trapped in these areas, it can lead to oral health problems like tooth decay and gum disease. Fortunately, Invisalign works to bring teeth together, eliminating unnecessary space and creating a healthier, more beautiful smile.

Overbite

If there is a significant space between your top teeth and your bottom teeth in the front, then you may have an overbite. Although you may not notice it much initially, it can put pressure on your jaw that leads to chronic pain. It can also make it difficult to enunciate clearly and chew properly, which is why it’s so important that you explore your treatment options, including Invisalign, sooner rather than later.

Underbite

As you may have guessed from the name, an underbite is the opposite problem: when your lower teeth sit in front of your upper teeth. Chronic jaw pain is absolutely a concern with this orthodontic issue, but so is premature wear and tear, trouble speaking clearly, and difficulty chewing efficiently. The best thing to do is schedule a consultation to see if Invisalign can effectively move your bite into proper alignment as well as guide your teeth into their ideal positions.

Crossbite

A crossbite is another common orthodontic problem where some of the top teeth sit in front of the bottom teeth and vice versa. Unfortunately, this can result in excessive wear and tear on your tooth enamel as well as unnecessary pressure on your jaw joints and facial muscles. By opting for Invisalign, your clear aligners (along with other orthodontic accessories, like rubber bands) can move your teeth and jaw into proper alignment.

Open Bite

If your front teeth or back teeth don’t come together evenly when you bite down, then you may have an open bite. This orthodontic problem can develop as a result of a childhood habit, like thumb-sucking, as well as genetics. In both cases, Invisalign may be a solution. Oftentimes, this requires the use of other orthodontic accessories, like rubber bands, buttons, and attachments. Even then, this orthodontic treatment is much more discreet than traditional braces.

Factors That Affect the Cost of Invisalign

When you first meet with your Invisalign dentist in University Park for a consultation, they’ll go over the various factors that can contribute to your overall cost of treatment. These factors include:

• The number of aligners you need – Generally, the more severe your orthodontic misalignment, the more aligners you’ll have to wear to correct the issue.
• Whether you’re straightening one arch or both – Most patients need to straighten their upper teeth as well as their lower teeth, which naturally requires more aligners than it would to only straighten one arch.
• How well you comply with treatment – If you lose an aligner, you’ll likely need to pay for a replacement.
• Whether you need additional accessories – Some patients need to wear small rubber bands, called elastics, or other extra accessories to successfully complete their Invisalign treatment.

Invisalign vs. Smile Direct Club™: Lower Cost vs. Higher Value  

With the rise of Invisalign came multiple “do-it-yourself” alternatives like Smile Direct Club™. These solutions can be enticing, as they typically cost less than Invisalign and you can handle the entire process at home. However, when it comes to dental treatment, you tend to get what you pay for.

Consider these reasons why investing in Invisalign is the smarter choice:

• DIY clear aligners are typically made from cheap plastic, while Invisalign uses a tried-and-true material that has been proven to shift teeth with comfort and efficiency.
• When you’re responsible for creating and wearing your own aligners, there’s always the risk that something could go wrong. There have even been reports of people wearing DIY aligners and accidentally moving their teeth in the wrong directions. Seeing a professional to fix these issues could end up costing you thousands of dollars that you would have saved by seeing an Invisalign dentist in Denver from the start.
• You can trust that when you visit us for Invisalign, we’ll genuinely care about you and your treatment. To many of these DIY aligner companies, you’re just another name in their customer base.

Does Dental Insurance Cover Invisalign?

It depends. Some dental insurance plans come with a lifetime provision for orthodontic care, which may or may not include Invisalign. If it does, you can expect it to significantly reduce your out-of-pocket expenses. Our team will be more than happy to review the specifics of your policy and help you save as much as possible. We’re in-network with many of the nation's leading plans as a way of making your care even more affordable.

Options for Making Invisalign Affordable

Even for patients without insurance, our team has methods of making the cost of Invisalign in University Park more accessible. These options include:

• CareCredit – This third-party financing company has many, many flexible payment plans to choose from, all of which let you split up your treatment costs into monthly installments. There’s sure to be a plan that fits into your budget! Plus, most of these plans have very low or no interest rates attached.
• Special offers – Be sure to regularly check our special offers page , where we highlight any deals that we’re currently providing on specific treatments. Right now, we’re offering Invisalign for as little as $249 a month for qualified patients!