Choosing the right Invisalign® provider in Manhattan is a big deal. Like any doctor, you want to be sure that you can trust your provider in all aspects: their qualifications, experience, practice philosophies and care approach.
Your smile deserves the greatest quality of care, and that means choosing the most qualified doctor who offers a treatment experience that suits your lifestyle. So should you see an orthodontist or a dentist for Invisalign? Let’s dive in.
Dentist Vs. Orthodontist for Invisalign
You may have noticed that some dentists offer Invisalign treatment. Does that make them a better option than an orthodontist?
When it comes to schooling and training, methods of diagnosing a malocclusion (dental misalignment), approach to care and treatment plans, dentists and orthodontists have very different backgrounds.
1. Qualifications: Orthodontist vs. Dentist School
Dentists and orthodontists have different focuses; dentists are focused on helping patients achieve optimal dental hygiene and general dental health, while orthodontists are focused on helping patients achieve optimal alignment of the position of teeth and jaw bones.
Both an orthodontist and a dentist complete dental school, but orthodontists have to devote an additional 2 to 3 years to orthodontic-specific training. After receiving a certification, orthodontist schooling for the most experienced orthodontists continues. Board certification is the highest level of achievement an orthodontist can attain. Dr. Lin, your Fellow Orthodontist, is a strong advocate for continuing education!
As techniques, technologies and treatments continue to advance, it’s imperative that orthodontists stay on the cutting-edge to provide the best possible experience and to create consistently stunning results.
2. Diagnosing the root of the problem
Although a dentist may have some Invisalign experience, an orthodontist has special expertise in examining and guiding the positions of the teeth and the jaw bones, while optimizing facial aesthetics.
Orthodontists have special training in understanding how your smile can change your facial profile. We identify and treat the root of the bite or tooth misalignment, while dentists are mainly focused on the health of the teeth. Successful Invisalign/clear aligner treatment requires an approach that includes both aesthetics and functionality.
Dr. Lin brings a unique artistic philosophy to smile design. When creating your personalized treatment plan, he considers your facial harmony, lip support, smile width, smile curve, and the anatomy of your teeth and gums. Orthodontics is a LOT more than straightening teeth; it’s a living form of art.
3. Customized treatment plans
Dr. Lin creates fully custom treatment plans for each patient, in order for us to achieve the utmost level of personalization throughout the entire orthodontic process.
Before beginning any orthodontic treatment, knowing the doctor’s experience in orthodontic diagnosis is essential! We can treat patients of all ages and case complexities.
You choose the type of treatment you prefer, whether it’s Invisalign or another high-tech treatment like BRIUS® invisible braces, and Dr. Lin will create a custom treatment plan to get you to your perfect smile.
4. Lower cost & more perks
Many people believe that choosing an Invisalign specialist is more expensive, but this isn’t always the case! The more Invisalign experience an orthodontist has, the lower they’re able to offer the cost of treatment by eliminating treatment inefficiencies and passing on the savings to you! Plus, orthodontics is our speciality, so we’re able to offer exclusive perks with treatment too.
At Fellow Orthodontist, we believe in affordable, flexible pricing. We offer 0% interest in-house financing, and we accept most insurances which can cover 50% of your cost! On your first visit, we’ll work out a custom financing plan that suits your budget.
A dentist or orthodontist who doesn’t specialize in Invisalign clear aligner treatment may require additional resources and appointments to treat your condition. This can end up costing you more time and money!
5. Experience in successful treatment
When you choose an orthodontist who’s board-certified and Invisalign certified, like Dr. Lin, you can rest assured that they have the experience necessary to create a highly customized treatment plan and create the stunning smile you’re looking for.
Dr. Lin has earned his Board Certification as well as Platinum Plus Invisalign provider status. Only 1 in 3 orthodontists is board-certified, and Dr. Lin is recognized among the top Invisalign providers in the nation.
It’s critical to consider an orthodontist’s expertise when making a decision for your smile. Undergoing Invisalign treatment requires experience and education; with an Invisalign specialist, you’re guaranteed to receive that!
6. Unique care approach
At Fellow Orthodontist, we believe that your treatment experience should accommodate your lifestyle. You may not have the time (or the desire) to visit your orthodontist in person every 4 weeks or so. We don’t blame you!
We bring a unique, convenient approach to ortho care, by blending remote treatment monitoring and virtual visits with personalized in-office visits. This allows us to reduce in-office visits by 60%.
We monitor your treatment remotely to ensure that everything goes smoothly. Then when you do visit us, (only every 3 to 4 months), you’ll be seeing Dr. Lin, a Board-Certified orthodontist and Platinum Plus Invisalign Provider.
This means you get more care, more personal attention on your own time, and more convenience – without spending more money. Because Dr. Lin specializes in providing the best possible orthodontic care, we’re able to create a more personalized experience. Most dentists can’t do this.
Start your smile journey today!
When it comes to creating and maintaining a beautiful and healthy smile, finding the right dentist for dental care and the right orthodontist for orthodontic care is essential. Both specialists are here to help you smile confidently – with different focuses and approaches!
Whether you choose Invisalign, BRIUS, Iconix® champagne-gold braces or another type of braces, we’re here to guide you through the smile transformation process and help you experience the level of confidence you’ve always dreamed of.
If you aren’t sure which treatment you’re interested in, request a virtual consult with us! We can give you answers from home, or while you’re on-the-go. Get started today with a specialist you can trust. Book a consultation with us at our Union Square, Manhattan, orthodontist office!
