You may be wondering if Invisalign is affordable for small corrections or if the price is the same no matter how much work needs to be done. The good news is that small changes cost a lot less than full orthodontic treatment. Knowing what counts as a small adjustment and how much it will cost you might help you decide if Invisalign is worth it for you.
Small adjustments mean very small changes, like closing a tiny gap between your front teeth, fixing a tooth that’s slightly rotated, or fixing a small problem that came back after previous orthodontic treatment. In many cases you just need a few aligners and the treatment is only 3-6 months. The cost is much lower than moderate to severe orthodontic issues since the treatment is less intense.
Most of the time small adjustments at Marrecau Orthodontics cost between $2,000-$3,500. That’s a lot less than the $4,500-$6,000 most cases require. The cheaper price is because you won’t need as many aligners. You might just need 10-15 sets instead of 30-40. The overall cost goes down because there are fewer aligners, less treatment time and fewer check-up appointments.
Invisalign has solutions for small adjustments. Invisalign Express uses fewer aligners to achieve quick and cheap changes. This is good for people who had braces as a teen but have had some shifting over the years or for one or two or three. Not every patient can get Express treatment but for those who can it’s a cheap way to get what they want.
There are several things to help you determine if your case is a small adjustment. The number of teeth involved is important. If only your front four or six teeth need to be moved, treatment is easier than if teeth all around your mouth need to be moved. The type of movement needed. The type of movement needed. The type of movement needed. The type of movement.
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Some people ask us if small changes are worth it. Others wonder if they should just live with tiny problems instead of paying for treatment. This is a personal choice but we think people should think about more than just how they look. Even small spaces can hold food and make your gums hurt. Teeth that are a little crowded are harder to clean well which can cause cavities or gum disease. If not treated a small relapse from previous treatment will probably get worse. Putting money into correction now can save you from bigger problems and more expensive treatment down the road.
Insurance covers small changes the same way it does full treatment. If your dental insurance covers orthodontics they usually pay a percentage of the cost no matter how bad the case is. Most plans pay around 50% of the cost until they reach their lifetime limit. But if you used your orthodontic benefit to get braces, most policies only cover a certain amount of money for life, so as a teenager you probably won’t have any coverage left for small adult corrections.
Patients in Parkland who don’t have insurance or whose policies don’t cover adult treatment can easily afford payment plans because the cost of small modifications is so low. People can usually handle payments of around $415/month for 6 months if they borrow $2,500. Some patients choose to pay the whole amount up front even though they don’t have to because it’s less than full treatment.
The short treatment time for small changes is a big plus. It’s a lot easier to commit to wearing aligners for a few months than to sign up for 18 months of treatment. Many of our patients say they wish they had taken care of their tiny problems sooner instead of dealing with the things that bothered them. Early orthodontic treatment identifies bite or spacing issues before they become more complex. By starting early, we can guide jaw growth and create space for permanent teeth. Early treatment promotes a healthy, balanced smile that lasts.
During your visit at our Parkland office we’ll examine your teeth and determine if your case is a small adjustment. Some problems that seem small need more work than you thought, others are easier to fix than you think. A professional evaluation that involves digital imaging and treatment planning is the only way to be sure.