If I am considering invisalign to correct structual problems prior to veneering my top teeth and my Dr. told me that invisalign will take between 1 and 2 years to complete but that the cost is the same no matter what. Does that make sense? If they can move my teeth with 20-25 trays as apposed to 40 or 50 wouldnt that reduce the cost? $6200 regardless of time sounds odd to me. Twice the trays would mean more visits and more costs on the Dr.'s part.
If we get good results in one year, why am I paying the same as 2 years would take? I'm a businessman and I understand upfront costs for the production of the trays but there should be a reduction in cost for half the amount of trays produced and half the treatment time, right?
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February 22, 2009
Answer: Invisalign fees usually based on treatment length and difficulty
Thanks for the picture!! that really helps.
#1- You might not be old enough. I can't tell from the photo, but you look quite young. If you're not, take that as a compliment :-). Invisalign has age requirements.
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