Is the Invisalign consultation free?

Many dental offices offer a complimentary Invisalign consultation. At Merchants Walk Dental, we encourage you to call ahead to confirm. The consultation is a no-pressure conversation to help you understand your options before committing to treatment.

How long does an Invisalign consultation take?

Most Invisalign consultations take 30–60 minutes. This includes the exam, digital scans or photos, a review of your treatment options, and a discussion of timeline and cost. You will leave with a clear picture of what treatment would involve.

Will I get my aligners at the consultation?

No. The consultation is an evaluation and planning appointment. If you decide to move forward, your dentist submits your records to Invisalign, which creates a custom treatment plan and fabricates your aligners. This process typically takes 2–4 weeks.

Am I a candidate for Invisalign?

Invisalign works well for mild to moderate crowding, spacing, and bite issues. Severe cases may require traditional braces or a combination approach. The consultation is the best way to find out — your dentist will review your bite and alignment and give you an honest assessment.

What is the ClinCheck simulation?

ClinCheck is Invisalign's digital treatment planning software. It creates a 3D simulation showing how your teeth will move throughout treatment and what your smile will look like at the end. Your dentist reviews this with you before you commit to treatment.

What Happens During an Invisalign Consultation? | Dental Learning Center

Quick Answer

An Invisalign consultation includes a review of your teeth and bite, digital scans or photos, a candidacy assessment, and often a digital preview of your projected results. It is a no-pressure appointment to help you decide if Invisalign is right for you.

Invisalign consultation process with digital scanning

What Happens Step by Step

Dental and Bite Exam

Your dentist examines your teeth, gums, and bite to assess your overall oral health and the nature of your alignment concerns. Invisalign works best when your teeth and gums are healthy before treatment begins.

Digital Scans or Photos

A digital intraoral scanner captures a 3D model of your teeth — no messy impressions needed. Photos of your smile and profile may also be taken for treatment planning.

Candidacy Assessment

Your dentist reviews your alignment issues and determines whether Invisalign is appropriate. Mild to moderate crowding, spacing, and bite issues are typically good candidates. Severe cases may be referred to an orthodontist.

ClinCheck Preview

If you are a candidate, your dentist may show you a digital simulation of how your teeth will move and what your smile could look like at the end of treatment. This is created using Invisalign's ClinCheck software.

Treatment Plan and Cost Discussion

Your dentist reviews the proposed treatment timeline, the number of aligners, and the total cost. Insurance coverage and financing options are discussed so you can make an informed decision.

What to Bring to Your Consultation

Insurance card: Some dental plans include orthodontic benefits that apply to Invisalign.

List of questions: Write down anything you want to know about treatment, timeline, or cost before your appointment.

Recent X-rays: If you have had X-rays taken recently at another office, you can request they be sent ahead of time.

An open mind: The consultation is informational — there is no obligation to start treatment that day.

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