How Much Do Aligner Orthodontics Cost? Here’s What You Need to Know?
Tooth alignment issues can affect your aesthetics, confidence, and oral health. Clear aligner therapy is an excellent way to give you the healthy, straight smile you deserve. Unlike traditional braces, clear aligners perfect your smile without bulky or conspicuous metal appliances. The aligners are transparent and removable, correcting your orthodontic issues comfortably, conveniently, and discreetly.
Santa Rosa Dentistry and Implant Center offers clear aligners in Santa Rosa, California, to ensure our patients enjoy the confident, beautiful smile they deserve. Whether you have misaligned teeth or a bad bite, Dr. Wayne Sutton can help you achieve your orthodontic goals.
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How much do clear aligners cost?
It’s hard to tell how much your Orthodontic treatment will cost because it differs from patient to patient. On average, the cost ranges between $2,500 and $3,500, but for severe orthodontic issues, it can go up to $4,500. The most accurate way to determine your treatment cost is through an in-person consultation. During this visit, we’ll evaluate your teeth and gums and devise a treatment plan that includes your treatment cost.
What affects your treatment cost?
Each dental treatment is unique, and clear aligner therapy is no exception. The cost of clear aligners isn’t one-size-fits-all—it varies based on several factors, such as:
- Compliance with treatment: Perfecting your smile with clear aligners requires commitment. Although the aligners are removable, you must wear them almost full-time. You can only remove them during meals or when cleaning your teeth. Failure to wear the aligners as directed prolongs your treatment, even for seemingly minor issues. Protracted treatment means more aligners, which adds up to your treatment costs.
- The severity of your problem: Orthodontic issues come in all shapes and sizes, and their severity varies. Mild alignment issues only need a few aligners and a reduced timeframe. In contrast, complicated bite issues require more time to remodel your jawbone to perfect your alignment. As expected, severe dental problems are more costly than mild ones.
Does insurance cover clear aligners?
Most insurance plans generally cover orthodontic care, so your clear aligner therapy will likely be covered. However, it’s good to note that insurance covers part of your treatment. As such, always consult your insurance to know your coverage amount.
How does clear aligner cost compare with metal braces?
The cost of clear aligners compares favorably with that of traditional braces for similar cases. The aligners may cost a little more because of the lab fees involved in fabricating them. However, this price difference is negligible because clear aligners are discreet, comfortable, and convenient. Moreover, many patients find the investment worthwhile because they can maintain a more normal lifestyle during treatment. Overall, the cost difference between clear aligners and traditional braces is outweighed by the life-changing benefits of clear aligners.
Sounds good! How can I get started with clear aligners?
Clear aligners straighten your teeth without the awkwardness of conspicuous metal braces. Would you like to align your smile with clear aligners in Santa Rosa, CA? You are on the right track—call (707) 868-0677 to schedule an appointment with Dr. Sutton.
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Dr. Sutton is one of the premier cosmetic dentists in Sonoma County, and with over 20 years of experience, his implant center maintains a standard of excellence using the strongest dental implant bridge currently available to provide predictable full mouth dental implant reconstructions.
Dr. Sutton completed his postgraduate studies at The Pacific Aesthetic Continuum in San Francisco and received his doctorate, three years of experience as a clinical instructor, and the coveted “Clinical Excellence Award” from UCSF School of Dentistry in 1997. He also earned his Fellowship in the Academy of Comprehensive Esthetics and studied Advanced Occlusion at the Hornbrook Group.
Dr. Sutton continues to take four times the annual continuing education requirements to maintain his license. As a member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, the Dental Organization for Conscious Sedation (awarded his Fellowship), the Academy of General Dentistry (Fellowships status), the American Dental Implant Association (Diplomat status), the American Dental Association, the American Academy for Dental Sleep Medicine, Dr. Sutton is also a select cosmetic dentist recognized as an Official Dentist of the Mrs. Globe – Mrs. USA Pageants.
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