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In a survey of patients age 13-18 rating on a scale of 1-9, with 1 as 'extremely painful' and 9 as 'not at all painful', traditional metal braces patients (n=141) rated 5.1, while Invisalign patients (n=106) rated pain lower at 6.5. The same traditional metal braces patients (n=141) rated 5.5 on a scale of 1-9, with 1as 'not at all comfortable' and 9 as 'very comfortable’, while Invisalign patients (n=106) rated comfort higher at 7.1 Data on file at Align Technology, December 28, 2022.
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Borda et al; Outcome assessment of orthodontic clear aligner vs fixed appliance treatment in a teenage population with mild malocclusions. Angle Orthod 1 July 2020; 90 (4): 485–490.
Data from OrthoFi for calendar year 2021, N = 112,243, US patients with dental insurance coverage who used OrthoFi insurance verification tool. Coverage amount averaged $1,772 USD, with 92% qualifying for up to $3,000 USD and 77% qualifying for up to $2,000 USD in coverage for orthodontic treatment. Data on file at Align Technology, as of January 19, 2023.