Patients interested in smile correction who want to avoid the obvious look of shiny metal braces often ask about “plastic braces” as a more discreet alternative. What they’re typically looking for is clear aligner treatment, often associated with the brand name Invisalign®.
So, what makes one provider stand out from another? Experience and patient education are key. A quality orthodontist should not only have the expertise to deliver effective results but also take the time to help patients understand their treatment options. A well-rounded practice will also accept their insurance and make quality care more accessible with helpful financing.
The Orthodontists Associates of Western New York meets those criteria nicely. Our doctors bring decades of experience in comprehensive clear aligner orthodontic correction to every case, helping patients achieve healthy, beautiful smiles with confidence.
Factors To Weigh When Choosing a Practice for Plastic Braces
If you’re looking for a plastic braces provider, it’s important to know what matters most to support the best outcomes. Choose a provider who is highly experienced and takes patient education seriously. It also makes practical sense to work with an office that takes your insurance and offers financing.
Experience With Clear Aligner Treatment
One of the biggest factors to consider when choosing a provider for clear aligner treatment is experience. The right orthodontic practice should be highly familiar with Invisalign® cases in particular, not just orthodontics in general.
The Orthodontists Associates of Western New York is now recognized as an Invisalign Diamond Provider. This designation reflects our extensive Invisalign experience. Our doctors are skilled at planning tooth movement and making adjustments when needed to achieve optimal results.
While every smile and treatment plan is unique, choosing an experienced Invisalign provider can give you added confidence throughout the process.
Patient Guidance and Education
Patient education is a key part of orthodontic correction. One appeal of Invisalign® is that the trays come out, whether that’s to eat or brush your teeth. But that flexibility only works with discipline. Leaving trays out longer than intended can extend your treatment timeline. To support the best outcome, a doctor needs to make it clear that you’re responsible for wearing your clear aligners 20–22 hours a day to stay on track.
Our orthodontists keep you fully informed through every phase of your clear aligner smile correction. In fact, we are so passionate about patient education that we never charge for consultations until we begin treatment.
Insurance and Financing Support
Another factor to consider when choosing a provider for plastic braces is whether they’re in your insurance network and whether they offer other forms of financial support. Even when insurance applies to orthodontic treatment, it’s normal that you’ll have some costs remaining. A practice truly dedicated to accessible care will make sure patients understand those costs upfront and offer real options for covering them.
Our practice has worked hard to build relationships with the most popular insurance providers in Western New York. As a result, our patients benefit from negotiated, reduced fees, with payments going directly to our office rather than a reimbursement process. Still, it’s normal for patients to see some out-of-pocket costs even when insurance covers some care. To manage those remaining costs, our practice offers helpful interest-free in-office financing. We also work with CareCredit, a healthcare credit card, to help make treatment fit your budget.
Book Your Free Consultation and See What Sets Us Apart
If you’re thinking about “plastic braces,” it’s key to choose an Invisalign® provider who wants to keep you informed about what’s actually happening with your orthodontic correction. You should also choose an orthodontist experienced in Invisalign treatment who takes your financial needs seriously.
At the Orthodontists Associates of Western New York, we’re ready to support you with a comprehensive approach to clear aligner treatment. We’re proud to call ourselves Invisalign Diamond Providers. If you’re ready to trust us with your orthodontic correction, book a free consultation at one of our seven locations.
