Is the $6,000 Spear/Align Integration Course Worth It for You?
If you’ve seen the latest buzz around the Ortho-Restorative Integration workshop in Scottsdale, you know it’s being hailed as the “Gold Standard” for combining Invisalign with complex restorative work. But at nearly $6,000 for a three-day session, the question I’m getting most often is: “Dr. Amanda, do you recommend this?”
The short answer? It depends on your patient demographic.
The “Gold Standard” for Cosmetic & Restorative Specialists
This course is a powerhouse for the doctor who lives and breathes Facially Generated Treatment Planning (FGTP). If your practice is centered around full-mouth rehabilitations, high-end veneers, and complex adult cases, this integration is invaluable. It teaches you how to use tools like the Invisalign Smile Architect and Outcome Simulator Pro to design a smile from the face down, ensuring that the final restorative result is both functional and esthetically flawless.
Who Should Skip It?
While the Spear education is top-tier, I don’t recommend this for every GP. If your practice focus is primarily Phase 1 interceptive orthodontics or “bread and butter” teen cases, this $5,995 investment is, frankly, overkill. You can achieve excellent clinical results in those areas without the hefty tuition of a Scottsdale-based boutique workshop.
My Final Take
If you are a high-end restorative specialist, it’s a “yes.” If you are a high-volume orthodontic GP focusing on standard aligner cases, your ROI might be better found elsewhere.
Ready to level up your ortho game? Here is how I can help:
📺 Watch My Full Review: For a deeper dive into this specific course and others like it, head over to the StraightSmile Solutions YouTube Channel and browse my “Invisalign Reviews” playlist.
🎓 Get 27 CE Credits for Less: If you want a comprehensive ortho foundation without the $6,000 price tag, check out my Orthodontic Educational Workflow.
🤝 Let’s Talk Strategy: Not sure which CE path fits your practice? Book a free consultation with me today, and let’s find the right fit for your goals!