Invisalign® Cost & Payment Options in Boston

Every Invisalign plan is custom, so the cost changes from person to person. The biggest factors are how complex your case is and how many aligners you need to reach your goal.

Here’s what shapes your price:

• How much your teeth need to move. A few slightly crooked front teeth need far less treatment than crowding or bite problems.
• The number of aligners in your plan. Align offers packages for different levels of treatment. Its smaller packages include a set number of aligner stages, while comprehensive treatment includes as many as your case requires.
• Refinements. Some plans need extra aligners near the end to fine-tune the result.
• Dental work needed first. The American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) says any dental work should be completed before you’re scanned. Cavities or gum problems are treated before aligners start.
• Retainers. You’ll need retainers to keep your new smile in place after treatment.

Your dentist explains which of these apply to you once your 3D iTero® scan and ClinCheck® plan are complete.

The only way to know your exact cost is a consultation. Your dentist examines your teeth, takes a 3D scan, and builds your treatment plan. Then you get a written quote before you decide.

Here’s how it works:

1. Book a consultation. Schedule online or call our Back Bay office.
2. Exam and 3D scan. We check your teeth and gums and take an iTero scan instead of messy impressions.
3. Review your plan. Your dentist shows you your ClinCheck plan and explains what’s involved.
4. Get your written quote. You’ll see your cost and payment options before you commit.

Your written quote lists what’s included in your treatment. Ask about anything that isn’t listed so there are no surprises.

Additional fees may apply if your treatment plan changes or you need other dental care before or during treatment.

Many dental plans with orthodontic benefits help pay for Invisalign. Coverage depends on your plan, so it’s worth checking your orthodontic benefit before you start.

Questions to ask your insurance company:

• Does my plan include orthodontic coverage?
• Does it cover clear aligners such as Invisalign?
• Is there a lifetime maximum for orthodontic care?
• Are there age limits or waiting periods?

Bring your insurance information to your consultation so we can talk through your options.

Yes. Align and the AAO both say you can use Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Account (FSA) funds for orthodontic treatment. IRS Publication 502 lists braces as a qualifying dental expense.

Using pre-tax dollars can make treatment easier to budget. Check your account’s rules and balance before your consultation.

We want cost to be one less thing to worry about. Dental Arts of Boston offers flexible ways to pay for Invisalign.

• CareCredit. A health care credit card you can use for dental treatment, subject to credit approval.
• Cherry. A payment plan option that lets you spread the cost over time, subject to approval.
• Membership Club. Our in-house plan for patients without insurance. Ask whether it applies to aligner treatment.

See all of our payment options.

That depends on your goals. Invisalign lets you straighten your teeth with clear, removable aligners you can take out to eat and brush. Align says the cost is comparable to braces, so the choice often comes down to which option fits your teeth and your life.

Straight teeth can also be easier to brush and floss. If you’re weighing your options, compare Invisalign vs. braces.

Find out what your treatment involves and what it costs, with no guesswork. Schedule Online or call 857-376-6559 to book your Invisalign consultation in Back Bay.

Learn more about Invisalign at Dental Arts of Boston.

Sources: Align: Invisalign cost · Align: cost and affordability guide · AAO: cost of orthodontic treatment · AAO aligner FAQs, page 2 · IRS Publication 502 · Align Technology FY2025 10-K