Financing Orthodontics & Insurance Info
Orthodontic Care Designed for Real Alexandria Families
At First Impression Orthodontics, we believe everyone deserves to smile with confidence.
What is the cost of orthodontics?
Every smile is different, so every treatment plan is too.
The cost of orthodontic treatment ultimately depends on a few factors, including the length and complexity of treatment needed.
During your consultation, we’ll:
- Get to know you, your smile, and your goals
- Perform a comprehensive smile evaluation
- Take any necessary digital scans or imaging
- Walk you through braces and clear aligner options for you or your child
- Review your treatment timeline and what’s included
- Create a customized financing plan designed around your budget
If you’ve already visited another orthodontist, we’re also happy to provide a complimentary second opinion and answer any remaining questions.
Flexible Orthodontics Payment Plans
We offer customized financing plans with flexible options:
- 0% interest in-house financing
- Flexible monthly payment plans
- Family member discount, military discount, and pay-in-full discounts
At your complimentary consultation, we’ll walk you through your payment options, help you understand your insurance benefit, and answer all of your questions.
Can dental insurance cover orthodontic treatment?
Yes, many dental insurance plans have an orthodontic benefit. Every plan is different, so coverage and lifetime maximums can vary.
Our team will help verify your benefits and explain exactly what your insurance may cover before treatment begins.
We’re proud to accept all PPO insurances, including United Concordia. Our team will:
Our team will help verify your benefits and explain exactly what your insurance may cover before treatment begins.
We’re proud to accept all PPO insurances, including United Concordia. Our team will:
- Verify your orthodontic benefits
- Submit claims on your behalf
- Help maximize your available coverage
- Explain your estimated out-of-pocket costs clearly
Can you use your HSA or FSA for orthodontics?
Yes, in many cases, FSA and HSA funds can be applied toward orthodontic treatment.
We accept HSA and FSA payments for braces and clear aligner treatment, and we’re happy to walk you through the process of applying your funds.
Frequently Asked Questions About Financing Orthodontics
How much do braces cost in Alexandria, VA?
The cost of braces or clear aligners varies based on your individual treatment needs, including the complexity of your smile and how long treatment is expected to take.
At your complimentary consultation, Dr. Lu or Dr. Schneider will create your personalized treatment plan, and our team will provide a clear breakdown of your costs, insurance benefits, and payment options before you decide to begin treatment.
At your complimentary consultation, Dr. Lu or Dr. Schneider will create your personalized treatment plan, and our team will provide a clear breakdown of your costs, insurance benefits, and payment options before you decide to begin treatment.
Do you offer payment plans for braces and clear aligners?
Yes! We offer flexible monthly payment plans with 0% interest in-house financing to help make orthodontic treatment work comfortably within your budget.
We’ll work with you to create a customized payment plan based on your treatment and financial needs.
We’ll work with you to create a customized payment plan based on your treatment and financial needs.
How much is the down payment for braces?
Your down payment can vary depending on your treatment plan, insurance coverage, and financing arrangement.
During your complimentary consultation, our team will review your options and help you find a payment structure that works for you.
During your complimentary consultation, our team will review your options and help you find a payment structure that works for you.
Does dental insurance cover braces or clear aligners?
Many dental insurance plans include an orthodontic benefit that can help cover a portion of braces or clear aligner treatment.
Coverage varies by plan, including eligibility requirements and lifetime orthodontic maximums.
Our team will verify your benefits, submit claims on your behalf, and explain your estimated out-of-pocket costs before treatment begins.
Coverage varies by plan, including eligibility requirements and lifetime orthodontic maximums.
Our team will verify your benefits, submit claims on your behalf, and explain your estimated out-of-pocket costs before treatment begins.
What dental insurance does First Impression Orthodontics accept?
We accept all PPO dental insurance plans and are happy to help you understand and maximize your orthodontic benefits.
Common PPO insurance providers may include:
Give our team a call and we’ll be happy to verify your benefits and explain what your plan may cover.
Common PPO insurance providers may include:
- Delta Dental
- Cigna
- Aetna
- MetLife
- Guardian
- United Concordia
Give our team a call and we’ll be happy to verify your benefits and explain what your plan may cover.
Can I use HSA or FSA funds to pay for braces?
Yes, HSA and FSA funds can generally be used toward eligible orthodontic expenses, including braces and clear aligner treatment.
Because individual plans and eligible expenses can vary, we recommend confirming the details with your HSA or FSA administrator.
Our team is also happy to help with the information you may need for your account.
Because individual plans and eligible expenses can vary, we recommend confirming the details with your HSA or FSA administrator.
Our team is also happy to help with the information you may need for your account.
Does First Impression Orthodontics offer any orthodontic discounts?
Yes! We offer a family member discount, military discount, and pay-in-full discount.
Our team can review any discounts you may qualify for during your complimentary consultation and help you compare your payment options.
Our team can review any discounts you may qualify for during your complimentary consultation and help you compare your payment options.
Can I get a cost estimate before starting orthodontic treatment?
Absolutely. Your complimentary orthodontic consultation includes a comprehensive smile evaluation and personalized treatment recommendation.
Before you start, we’ll explain your treatment costs, estimated insurance coverage, available discounts, and financing options so you can make an informed decision without surprises.
Before you start, we’ll explain your treatment costs, estimated insurance coverage, available discounts, and financing options so you can make an informed decision without surprises.
Do you accept United Concordia for military families?
Yes! First Impression Orthodontics accepts United Concordia, and we’re proud to offer a military discount to eligible families.
Our Alexandria orthodontic office is conveniently located near Fort Belvoir, and our team can help you understand your orthodontic benefits and estimated costs before treatment begins.
Our Alexandria orthodontic office is conveniently located near Fort Belvoir, and our team can help you understand your orthodontic benefits and estimated costs before treatment begins.
