How much does just the lab fee alone for invisalign cost?

The average (and Invisalign taught way) is 2 weeks for each Invisalign aligner tray.  Some offices have rushed it and done one week each, but the cases relapsed very quickly.  Three weeks is the most I would do, but even then that is a bit long.

The folks at Align have a lot of experience, so their advice is likely accurate. You may submit an alternative to see if they think it would work. I would consider regular braces instead. Much more predictable and faster. 

I think invisalign would be a good option. However, looking at your photo you may have a slight openbite. Normally upper teeth need to go over your lower teeth. The photo can be deceiving so I would recommend you go and see a local orthodontist to make sure your bite is proper. I think you teeth...

Have your dentist call Invisalign and order you a new tray #1. Yes you wasted two weeks but it is not a big deal in the grand scheme of things. 

Every office has their own policy. It does take the staff time and materials to order a refinement. But in my office all refinements and corrections are included. 

I would recommend removing the trays while you drink your coffee.  Invisalign recommends that you wear your trays 22 hrs/day, so there is some time that the trays can be out of your mouth.  I would not recommend drinking the coffee with the trays in, not even through a straw, as the...