The days of having to get metal brackets and wires to correct misalignments are long over, unless you don’t mind them. Invisalign has become a popular way to improve a smile without a single milligram of metal. With Invisalign, you discreetly correct spacing issues, misalignments, and other orthodontic problems—and even get to eat how you want. Before you get your heart set on this method, you may want the answer to “How much does Invisalign cost?”
Quick Answer:
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Without insurance: $3,000 – $8,000
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With insurance: $2,500 – $5,500 (on average)
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Monthly payments (with financing): Often $99 – $199/month
The exact cost depends on your case complexity, treatment length, and insurance coverage.
Everything Getting Invisalign Entails
Before getting into the cost of Invisalign, know that the price covers a great deal, including the practitioner’s skill and knowledge as well as the customized clear aligners. Therefore, if the price seems steep, understand you’re not only paying for the aligners themselves.
Consultation
The consultation is the first part of your visit. You’ll discuss the needs of you or your kids at this appointment. You’ll learn the options you have and how Invisalign compares with braces. While we’re open to questions long after this visit, we encourage you to ask anything that’s been weighing on your mind about Invisalign or teeth straightening in general.
We know that most people want to know the price before they commit to any orthodontic treatment. If you ask us how much Invisalign costs, we’ll give you a quote specific to your treatment because the price range varies immensely based on the severity of your condition.
In general, though, you can expect to pay between $3,000 and $8,000, minus what insurance picks up. How much your policy covers varies based on the plan, but often people are only paying, on average, $2,500 to $5,500 with dental insurance.
Once you decide on Invisalign, we’ll perform some imaging but no molds. Through a digital simulation, you’ll get to see how the teeth will shift during treatment. Your orthodontist will use this information to map out a treatment, letting you know exactly what you can expect and how long it’ll all take.
Your information is sent out, and in a few weeks, your few sets of aligners will arrive at the office. You come and pick them up, and a member of the team will educate you on everything you need to know.
Invisalign Cost by Case Type (2026 Pricing Guide)
The cost of Invisalign depends primarily on case severity and treatment length. Below is a general pricing breakdown based on mild, moderate, and complex orthodontic cases.
| Case Type | Treatment Length | Estimated Cost (No Insurance) | Estimated Cost (With Insurance) |
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| Mild (Cosmetic Fix) | 3–6 months | $2,500 – $3,500 | $1,800 – $2,800 |
| Moderate (Spacing / Crowding) | 6–18 months | $4,000 – $6,000 | $2,500 – $4,500 |
| Complex (Bite Correction) | 18–24+ months | $6,000 – $8,000 | $4,000 – $5,500 |
Follow-Ups
Routinely, you or your kid will need to come back to monitor your progress and have more aligners made. To ensure a seamless process, with new aligners coming back before the previous batch runs out, the follow-ups will be while you or your child have a few pairs left.
While this seems like a lot to go through, don’t worry because it’s all covered under the price we quoted you above. You won’t have unexpected fees.
Price of the Aligners
Besides the appointments, part of what you pay is to cover the expense of the aligners themselves. While they may only be pieces of dental-grade plastic, they’re custom-fit to match your teeth and mouth and change over time to continuously shift your teeth. Your orthodontist will send these out to the lab who makes each pair, so your in-office team isn’t the only individuals on your case.
The Skills and Knowledge of the Orthodontist
If you’re wondering why the Invisalign cost is the way it is, you have to realize that you’re not only paying for the cost of the aligners and imaging, but you’re also covering the expense to have a team of dedicated professionals to guide you along the way. You’re paying for the skills and expertise of your orthodontist, who’ll carefully plan out your treatment for optimal results and adjust your treatment as needed.
Factors That Affect Price
As you can see, a lot goes into getting clear aligners. That’s why, when you see the price page associated with the cost of Invisalign, you shouldn’t get too worked up. And you should know just because your friend Linda’s son’s treatment was only $3,500, that doesn’t mean yours will be, too. The same with your kid’s treatment.
Severity of the Case
The one deciding factor, above any others, that causes those variations in price is the severity of the case. A complex case takes longer, for one, which means more visits that cost. More aligners are necessary to treat the condition fully, and with that comes more monitoring and imaging.
Specialist vs. General Dentist
Typically, the price for Invisalign is a bit steeper when you choose an orthodontist over a general dentist. While both need additional training to offer clear aligners, orthodontists go through two to three additional years of training to become an orthodontist.
During their residency, they learn all about facial growth, tooth movement, bite correction, and treating complex orthodontic issues. Because of this, they understand how to shift teeth better and often provide superior outcomes for patients compared to what dentists can do.
Location
So you’re aware, prices vary by location. You tend to pay a little more in the places where the cost of living is higher compared to the more affordable areas.
Insurance Coverage
When answering, “How Much Does Invisalign Cost?” we can’t accurately give you an answer without discussing insurance coverage. First and foremost, know that just because you have a dental insurance policy, you don’t automatically have orthodontic insurance.
Moreover, if you have orthodontic insurance, it may or may not cover Invisalign. Though clear aligners are a powerful, discreet tool for correcting misalignments, not every insurance provider feels they’re necessary for a child or adult. Since braces are a less expensive alternative that can fix these issues, coverage may exclude coverage for Invisalign.
When insurance covers clear aligners, the amount varies based on the policy. Typically, benefits cover 25 to 50 percent of the treatment. You also have to consider the lifetime maximum on the policy. If you’ve already used part of it or have a low coverage cap, you’ll need to pay anything over that.
Financial Assistance
Now for the icing on the cake… Whether you have good insurance, so-so insurance, or no insurance, you can receive no-interest, low-payment financing to cover your share of the expense by working with the finance department at WOW! Smiles.
We offer financing to our families because we aim to remove the financial barrier that prevents parents from getting braces or Invisalign for their children or themselves. We’ll discuss your budget, look at the total amount due, and help find a monthly payment that won’t break the bank.
If you’re worried that you’ll spend a fortune extra in interest, put that thought aside. We charge our patients or their families no interest. You only pay us what you owe for the treatment, the time of our staff, etc.—no more, no less.
Cost vs. Benefit Comparison
Once you receive a quote for Invisalign, you may wonder if the cost is worth it. Clear aligners correct misalignments and can make your smile look more aesthetically appealing. Unless people look closely—or you remove your trays in front of them—nobody will know you’re fixing your teeth, unlike braces that are a dead giveaway.
Depending on your case, clear aligners may take the same amount of time or less than what braces would. An Invisalign treatment may take you as little as six to 12 months for mild to moderate cases, with the average being 12 to 18. Braces, on the other hand, tend to take an average of 18 to 24 months, while complex cases can take two years or more.
At WOW! Smiles, we’re on your side! We want you (or your child) to have beautiful, easy-to-care-for smiles that’ll last. Through financing and accepting a number of insurance providers, Dr. Rael Bernstein and the rest of the team are making Invisalign an affordable choice for people who never thought having a straight smile would be in their budgets.
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Ready to see how easy on the wallet Invisalign can be for you? Contact WOW! Smiles today, and we’ll get you a quote and help you in every way we can, from financing to guiding you along your journey. Call (844) 900-4969.
FAQs
Just skimming or still have questions? Let us clear the air and give you the answers to patients’ common inquiries.
1. What is the average cost of Invisalign?
Typically, Invisalign costs anywhere from $3,000 to $8,000 without insurance. With insurance, it’s usually between $2,500 and $5,500.
2. Why is Invisalign $5,000?
If your treatment is $5,000, chances are your case is a moderate one. You’re paying for the expertise of the orthodontist to address it effectively, as well as imaging, diagnostic tools, the creation of the aligners themselves, and more.
3. How much is 3-month Invisalign?
Since you only need three months of Invisalign, your case is more than likely minor. Your treatment may be less than $3,000.
4. How much do 20 trays of Invisalign cost?
Needing 20 trays of Invisalign puts your case in the moderate category, which usually runs patients $4,000 to $6,000.