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La Habra/Chino Hills, CA – Invisalign revolutionized the orthodontic world when its aligners became widely available. They continued to improve...
Read MoreDr. Robert Gire is a certified Invisalign Provider serving patients in La Habra and Chino Hills, and provides complimentary consultations.
There are many factors that determine the cost of your Invisalign treatment: the seriousness of the issues that you want corrected, how long your treatment plan will last, and the specific treatment details prescribed by Dr. Gire. The good news is, today Invisalign costs compare to those of standard metal braces. Regular braces can range in cost from $1,000 to $6,200, while Invisalign can range from $1,000 to $7,200.
At Gire Orthodontics, Dr. Robert Gire and his team work hard to offer exceptional treatment at costs that can fit into any budget, and that includes Invisalign treatment. In fact, Invisalign treatment can cost virtually the same as standard metal braces.
Most dental insurances may cover the cost of Invisalign treatment which can greatly reduce your overall cost. If you have insurance and your policy covers orthodontic treatment, it will cover clear aligner therapy like Invisalign. Gire Orthodontics has dedicated financial coordinators who can help you make sense of your insurance plan and ensure that you receive the benefits laid out in your specific plan.
Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Accounts can also be used toward the cost of treatment. If you have an FSA or HSA, these are pre-tax dollars that can be used for your orthodontic treatment.
Dr. Gire never wants patients to have to choose between their family budget and orthodontic treatment, so he works incredibly hard to offer multiple ways to pay for the cost of treatment including:
Invisalign is the invisible way to straighten teeth using a series of clear, removable aligners that are made of a comfortable plastic. The aligners are made to fit directly over the teeth, and are removable for eating, drinking, brushing, and flossing. More than 70% of orthodontists in both the US and Canada are certified Invisalign providers, treating more than 2 MILLION patients with the unique system.
Invisalign offers many advantages over traditional braces. Not only are the aligners invisible, they are also removable. That means you can still eat and drink without altering your diet while in orthodontic treatment. There is no metal to cause abrasions in the mouth and follow-up appointments are quick because there are no wires to adjust. Invisalign utilizes a 3D modeling program that allows you to envision your perfect smile before your treatment even begins.
Invisalign uses a series of aligners, each perfectly calibrated to achieve a certain movement. You will wear each aligner set for approximately seven to ten days, for 22 hours a day. Aligners should only be removed when eating, drinking, brushing, and flossing. The aligner sets will guide your teeth, little by little, over the course of treatment, resulting in your ideal smile. You’ll visit us about once every six to eight weeks to ensure that your treatment is progressing as planned.
Invisalign has come a long way since it was first introduced and can treat a host of issues today that it couldn’t have when it was first created. However, only an orthodontist will be able to determine if you are an ideal candidate for Invisalign treatment. If you have a more complex issue, you may benefit more from a different orthodontic treatment in order to achieve your desired results.
Invisalign Teen is a great option for many teenagers but it may or may not be a good option for younger adolescents who are just starting their orthodontic journey. For adolescent patients who take advantage of the benefits of two-phase orthodontic treatment, Invisalign may be useful as it allows for space gain for permanent teeth. But remember, Invisalign requires a high degree of patient compliance to ensure effectiveness so it is important that your child is responsible enough for this treatment option.
Invisalign offers patients a way to discreetly straighten their teeth which is often very appealing to teen and adult patients. There are no brackets or wires to irritate the inside of the mouth and the aligners are made of smooth plastic that won’t irritate lips and cheeks like metal braces.
Likewise, you won’t have wires that need to be tightened at your follow-up appointments. Instead, you’ll simply switch to a new set of aligners when you’re ready. Each set will be specially calibrated to move your teeth to a specific location, so the end result is a perfectly straight and ideally aligned bite.
You’ll need to visit your orthodontist every six to eight weeks to be sure your treatment is on track and to allow your orthodontist to make any adjustments as needed.
Dr. Gire is dedicated to providing exceptional results for every patient he treats and is proud to be an Invisalign Provider for over 15 years. He has extensive experience with Invisalign meaning you can rest easy knowing you are in the hands of an expert. Dr. Gire is also a board-certified orthodontist, which means he is dedicated to the very best in orthodontic treatment and has the knowledge and skill to deliver exceptional results for every patient he treats.
We proudly serve patients at two convenient locations, making it easy for you to access expert orthodontic care close to home.
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