Invisalign® Clear Aligners Reynoldsburg
Skip the Metal Brackets, Get a Straight Smile
Want to make your teeth straighter without using traditional metal braces? Thankfully, there’s a solution out there for you: Invisalign® clear aligners in Reynoldsburg. With reliable and FDA-approved clear aligners, you can straighten teeth without using a single metal bracket or archwire. Even better, Dr. Andrew Glynn can provide this smile-transforming treatment for all ages, including older teens and adults! To learn more, read on or get in touch with our team.
Why Choose Glynn Dental of Reynoldsburg for Invisalign®?
- Fully Customized for the Best Comfort
- Get a Straighter Smile in Less Time
- Clear Trays Make Orthodontics Discreet
How Invisalign® Clear Aligners Work
As we begin the planning stages of your Invisalign treatment, Dr. Glynn makes use of unique 3D technology to create a plan that fits your specific needs. This includes showing what your smile will look like after it’s complete, even before you begin wearing your first clear aligner! After you receive the series of aligners, you’ll only need to wear each one for about two weeks before moving on to the next pair. Keep in mind that it’s important that you visit us once every six weeks to confirm your treatment progress. Most Invisalign cases can be completed in just one year on average, which is sure to give you more than one reason to smile!
Who Can Invisalign® Help?
Invisalign can help teenagers and adults alike achieve more properly aligned smiles. To find out whether clear aligners are the best option in your particular case, you will need to visit our office and have our team examine your mouth. We’re able to use Invisalign to correct a wide range of orthodontic issues; here’s a closer look at some of the problems that the treatment can potentially help with.
Crowded Teeth
Teeth that overlap can draw attention that you don’t want. On top of that, they’re harder to clean and can easily trap food particles as well as harmful plaque. Fortunately, Invisalign can often help you improve your appearance and your overall oral health by repositioning your teeth so that they’re lined up properly.
Gaps Between Teeth
While having teeth crowded too closely together is problematic, you also don’t want them to be spaced too far apart. In addition to aesthetic concerns, the empty space can make it all too easy for debris to get caught between your teeth, which can ultimately increase your chances of suffering from oral health issues like cavities and gum disease. Fortunately, it’s often possible to close gaps in your grin with the help of Invisalign.
Overbite
Having an overbite means that the upper teeth come down in front of the lower teeth. A slight overbite is completely normal and nothing to worry about. But if it’s too pronounced, it can cause some of your teeth to wear down faster than normal, and it can lead to serious discomfort in your jaw. Invisalign can correct your overbite in order to help you avoid the worst of the long-term consequences.
Underbite
As you can probably guess, an underbite is the opposite of an overbite. It occurs when the lower teeth overlap the upper teeth when you close your mouth. This type of bite issue can happen for a wide variety of reasons (such as thumb-sucking during childhood), and it can make it difficult to chew properly. In some circumstances, it can even lead to mouth breathing and sleep apnea. It may be possible to address an underbite with Invisalign depending on how severe it is.
Crossbite
If your teeth erupt at the wrong angles, you might end up with some of your bottom teeth jutting out in front of your upper teeth. This is known as a crossbite. With Invisalign, it’s possible to reposition the teeth in question so that they are aligned properly, thus improving the appearance and function of your smile.
Open Bite
Do your upper and lower teeth not touch at all when you bite down on something? This is a less common type of bite problem known as an open bite, and it can have a number of consequences; notably, your teeth may have a higher chance of being chipped in an accident. Invisalign can be used to adjust your two arches of teeth in order to help you overcome your open bite.
The Benefits of Invisalign®
Invisalign moves teeth into their preferred position using a series of clear, removable trays. Using trays instead of brackets and wires allows you to enjoy a more comfortable and discreet treatment. You won’t have to worry about developing mouth abrasions since there’s no metal involved -- and you will never have to schedule an emergency appointment to fix a broken bracket or loose wire.
However, those aren’t the only benefits you can expect. These trays can also be removed when it’s time to perform brushing and flossing as well as eat meals. No matter what your favorite foods might be, you can still enjoy them when completing treatment.
Your oral care doesn’t have to change either. Invisalign uses zero metal hardware to straighten teeth, which means you also won’t have to visit us as often just to have it tightened. Rather, you’ll only come in occasionally so we can confirm your progress. Overall, you spend less time thinking about orthodontic treatment and more time enjoying your smile.
Understanding the Cost of Invisalign®
Before you begin the Invisalign process, you should have a clear idea of how much it will cost. Our team aims to be transparent when it comes to the financial aspect of your care; we will give you a reliable estimate during your initial consultation, and we will answer any cost-related questions you might have. Below are a few things to keep in mind when it comes to the potential price tag of Invisalign.
Factors That Affect the Cost of Invisalign®
First of all, there’s the question of how many arches are involved in your treatment. While Invisalign is typically used to straighten the upper and lower rows of teeth at the same time, some patients only have it performed for one arch. As you can probably guess, a single-arch treatment tends to have a lower price tag than a two-arch treatment.
Additionally, the complexity of your case also needs to be taken into account. People with more severe misalignment issues can normally expect to pay more for Invisalign. On top of that, the longer your Invisalign treatment takes, the more it will likely cost.
Invisalign® vs. Mail-In Aligners: Which Costs More?
On paper, mail-in aligners tend to have a lower cost than Invisalign. However, one of the downsides of mail-in aligners is that there’s no dental professional monitoring your progress. As such, there’s a higher chance of problems occurring and not being caught until it’s too late. In the worst-case scenario, you could end up with serious dental issues that require additional (and potentially costly) treatment.
Does Dental Insurance Cover Invisalign®?
Dental insurance plans that include coverage for orthodontic treatments will often help pay for Invisalign. Of course, not every plan is the same; a service that’s covered under one policy may not necessarily be covered under another.
It’s best to take the time to review your dental insurance policy to confirm whether you can use your benefits to cover the cost of Invisalign. Remember that you can always call your insurance company to confirm the details of your benefits. Additionally, our team can go over your plan with you and clarify any details that you don’t understand.
Options for Making Invisalign® Affordable
Even if you don’t have a dental insurance plan that will help pay for Invisalign, you can still make the cost of the treatment more affordable via financing. Our practice is happy to work with CareCredit and Lending Club, two third-party financing companies that are trusted by dental offices across the country. Signing up for a third-party financing plan lets you break up the cost of your care into smaller installments, which can make paying for Invisalign significantly easier on your budget.
If you’re interested in pursuing Invisalign but are worried about the costs involved, don’t hesitate to let our team know during your initial consultation. We can review your payment options in more detail with you and help you put together a plan.
Schedule an Appointment Today!
Would you like to know if Invisalign is right for you? Most patients who are interested in subtle orthodontic care are good candidates for the treatment. We would love to discuss your orthodontic options further! Call Glynn Dental of Reynoldsburg today to schedule your consultation with us. Our dental office serves Reynoldsburg and the surrounding Columbus metropolitan area.