Orthodontic treatment is a priceless investment — but that doesn’t mean cost isn’t a factor. We understand this, especially with the current state of the country! We’re always looking for ways to make orthodontics more affordable and more convenient for you and your family.
If you’re thinking about investing in yourself and transforming your smile, we have some great news for you.
Can I use a payment plan for braces or clear aligners in 2025? Yes, you can! You don’t have to pay in full for orthodontics. At First Impression Orthodontics, we offer flexible financing for clear aligners and braces to make treatment affordable for every budget.
Here’s how:
Your best smile — within your budget.
In 2025, you have a lot more options when it comes to financing Invisalign and braces — and beginning the journey to your best self. We offer flexible financing for braces as well as different types of clear aligners, including Invisalign, Angel Aligner™ and our very own custom clear aligners printed in our office!
On your first visit, we’ll calculate your treatment cost and show you all the ways we help make orthodontics affordable:
1. Pay over time with 0% interest, in-house financing.
Our flexible, in-house financing option allows you to spread out payments over time with 0% interest — with no hidden fees. When you visit Dr. Lu, one of our friendly team members will get to know you, chat about your needs, and work with you to create a custom financing plan with an affordable down payment and low monthly payments.
2. Insurance covers more than you may think!
Dental insurance can cover a lot more of your orthodontics cost than you may think! We’re proud to accept all PPO insurances, including United Concordia, and our team will handle all of the paperwork for you. We’re here to help you receive the maximum benefit from your dental insurance plan!
We’ll calculate your orthodontic insurance coverage, apply it to your treatment cost, then work out a custom Angel Aligner/Invisalign payment plan or braces monthly payment plan to cover the rest.
3. Use your FSA, HSA, or tax refund.
Did you know that you can also apply your Flexible Spending Account (FSA) or Health Savings Account (HSA) to your orthodontics cost? Using your FSA or HSA for braces or clear aligners is one of the most impactful ways to use either savings account.
You can combine your FSA or HSA funds and insurance coverage for even more savings, and then we can work out a 0% interest financing plan to help you manage your remaining balance.
If you’re expecting a nice tax refund this year, consider putting it toward a life-changing smile transformation! A beautiful, healthy smile is the gift that keeps giving for the rest of your life.
4. We offer special discount opportunities too!
We’ll match you with any of our discount opportunities! We offer discounts for patients who pay in-full for treatment, for military personnel/families, and for family members of patients.
- Pay-in-full discount: If you decide to pay in-full for your braces or clear aligner treatment, we’ll extend a special discount to you!
- Active duty military discount: Thank you to our heroes! We have a lot of love and appreciation for our dedicated military community in and around Alexandria. Whether you’re hailing from Fort Belvoir, Fort Myer (Joint Base Myer – Henderson Hall), Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling (JBAB), Joint Base Andrews (Andrews Air Force Base), The Pentagon, or Marine Corps Base Quantico, we welcome you to First Impression Orthodontics with a special, active duty treatment discount.
- Family member discount: If you have multiple children who need orthodontics, or your child needs treatment and you’re ready to achieve your best smile too, take advantage of our family member discount! You can save on treatment with us, while giving your family the top-quality orthodontic care you deserve.
How much is Invisalign with insurance?
The cost of clear aligners (Angel Aligner, in-house aligners, or Invisalign) with insurance will depend on the cost of your treatment, and then the amount that your specific insurance plan covers.
On average, insurance plans typically cover anywhere from 25 to 50% of the total cost, so you’d only be responsible for the remaining balance, which we can work into a flexible, 0% interest payment plan.
Our team will verify your benefits for you, file the insurance paperwork for you, and help you receive the max coverage from your plan.
We can also work out a payment plan for braces without insurance, or a payment plan for Invisalign without insurance to help you manage your cost. Whether you have insurance or not, we’re here to create a financing solution that works for your budget and makes your new smile possible!
How to Pay for Invisalign, Clear Aligners or Braces Monthly
If you or your child has not gone through orthodontic treatment before, you probably have some questions about the payment process, and how to pay for Invisalign or our other clear aligners, or how to pay for braces monthly.
Here’s what you can expect:
1. First, let’s get your consultation on the books.
Book your complimentary consultation at our Alexandria orthodontic office in the DMV, (DC/MD/VA) area! Simply fill out our appointment request form, hit submit, and one of our friendly team members will reach out to you to find a date and time that works for you.
Then, come see us at 6479 Old Beulah Street in Alexandria (22315) — we’ll be ready for you and eager to get to know you!
2. Visit us for a consultation, exam and cost estimate.
When you arrive at our office, we’ll be ready to welcome you with a personalized sign! You’ll meet our lively team and get to know your personal, highly-skilled orthodontist, Dr. Lu.
Dr. Lu will examine your smile, perform a physical assessment, and we’ll take a quick scan with the advanced iTero® Element digital scanner, as well as digital x-rays and a CBCT scan using our i-CAT™ FLX Cone Beam, to get the full picture of your smile. We’ll use these x-rays and 3D model of your smile to identify the orthodontic issue and its severity, then determine the cost of treatment.
We’ll also calculate your insurance benefit, apply any HSA/FSA funds you may have, and determine your remaining treatment cost.
3. Let’s create your custom financing plan!
Finally, we’ll work out an in-house financing plan with 0% interest if that’s what you choose! We’ll chat through your needs to come up with a down payment and monthly payments that work for you.
4. Begin the journey to your best self!
Now, you’re ready to start smiling. It’s that easy! We’ll walk you through every step of the process.
The next step is preparing for your treatment — whether you choose clear aligners, InBrace® invisible braces, or high-efficiency self-ligating braces in metal or clear. With custom treatments (InBrace and clear aligners), we’ll take another scan of your smile to have your custom treatment designed and printed.
The journey to your best self is affordable here.
At First Impression Orthodontics, we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to experience their best smile, and ultimately, experience their best self, regardless of their financial situation.
If you have questions about clear aligner payment plans, how to pay for braces monthly, or you’re looking for a monthly braces payment plan near you, we’re your people! Please feel free to reach out to us with any questions.
Ready to take the first step? Book a complimentary consultation at our orthodontic office in Alexandria!
