Invisalign® in Central Arkansas

Why Is Invisalign® Worth the Cost?

If you have been considering whether Invisalign® is worth the cost, then you’re already aware of the potential it offers for a straighter, more aesthetically appealing smile to justify the expense. However, as a Gold Invisalign Provider, we offer our Comprehensive Invisalign Treatment at the same cost as traditional braces.

How Invisalign Works

Unlike metal braces, Invisalign utilizes a clear, more aesthetically appealing design that surrounds the teeth, like a glove for your hand. At Ashcraft Orthodontics, our staff has been well trained and is experienced to answer all your questions about this remarkable innovation in orthodontic treatment. Optimal wear for Invisalign aligners is a majority of the day and night( 22 hours). It doesn't matter if your teeth have spacing or “gaps”, or if they are crowded, misaligned, or crooked, Invisalign’s custom-made aligners can correct them.

Once you decide Invisalign is a treatment that interests you, you can schedule an appointment with our experienced Invisalign Gold Provider at Ashcraft Orthodontics for a consultation. During this consultation, you and Dr. Ashcraft will go over your goals for the treatment, and Dr. Ashcraft will explain the Invisalign process and answer all your questions about it.

Next, we will schedule an appointment to take x-rays, digital iTero scans, and photos of your teeth. All of these records will then be sent to Aligntech, makers of Invisalign aligners. Wearing these custom trays will incrementally shift your teeth into the perfect positions you desire with wear.

Finally, at the procedure’s end, you’ll find the smile in the mirror that you’ve always dreamed of.

Upon completion of treatment, your final aligner will serve as your retainer. If you prefer, you can request your orthodontist order you Invisalign retainers to maintain your results.

Is Invisalign Worth It?

The potential benefits of Invisalign are large, ranging from your appearance to your oral health. What determines how effective your treatment is at achieving these goals is largely the commitment you give to it. With dedication to the Invisalign program and your provider’s instructions, you can start to see clear and desirable results in a matter of months. Integral parts of the program include wearing your Invisalign trays for most of the day and night (22 hours is optimal), and maintaining consistent visits as your teeth shift to monitor and receive your next custom-made trays.

This may seem to be a lot of work and commitment to make treatment with Invisalign effective, but the benefits for doing so are even greater. They include:

• Invisalign is a much less noticeable.
• Quick results – Typically, treatment with Invisalign lasts a shorter time than traditional braces.
• No dietary restrictions – Because Invisalign trays are removable, you can clean them and your teeth well, allowing you to continue eating and drinking whatever you want. You also avoid having broken brackets from eating anything you want when you choose Invisalign, cutting back on necessary appointments to fix things that get broken during treatment.
• Easier dental hygiene – Unlike metal braces, which can be more challenging to clean around, making it harder to keep your teeth and gums clean, Invisalign’s removable design makes brushing and flossing the same as always, except it can get even easier as your teeth move into ideal positions.
• Reduced risk of dental problems – By allowing you to keep your teeth and gums clean and healthy, Invisalign helps to reduce your risk of developing gum disease or tooth decay (cavities).

While the outcome for your case is the same with Invisalign or traditonal braces, you can have treatment without the usual related drawbacks of traditional braces.

What Does Invisalign Cost?

Even once convinced how comfortable, effective, and discreet Invisalign treatment is, the Invisalign cost remains a big factor for many people who are considering Invisalign treatment. In fact, it’s one of the most commonly asked questions we get.

And, while it’s true there are higher up-front costs for Invisalign treatment for our office, we offer comprehensive Invisalign treatment at the same cost to the patient as traditional braces! You can choose for how you pay your out-of-pocket costs from several ways. One such option is our in-house financing payment plan. Another option is to partner with companies that work together with Ashcraft Orthodontics to provide affordable payment plans with flexible terms and credit-based programs, like CareCredit. Another factor that affects your payment plan is dental insurance, which considers Invisalign within the orthodontic benefit just as it does braces.

It is our firm belief that the cost of Invisalign should not be a deterrent to you attaining your perfect smile. That’s why we collaborate with these and other financial partners so your smile, your budget, and your dental health are all cared for properly. To review the financing programs you may have available to you to make the cost of your Invisalign treatment more affordable, call or text us at Ashcraft Orthodontics today to speak with one of our friendly and knowledgeable staff.