In the age of modern orthodontics, we are fortunate to have different options of clear aligners. Not only will aligners straighten up your smile, but they are also less obvious and demanding than traditional braces.
Before deciding on which type of clear braces to commit to, do some research on the available options to determine the price, process, and outcome of each.
Invisalign®
Known as the first set of invisible aligners, Invisalign® is commonly preferred by adults over traditional braces.
To begin the Invisalign process, you must first consult with a professional dentist or orthodontist. The dentist will install attachments on two teeth for the Invisalign trays to snap into place. Your trays and retainers will be regularly monitored and adjusted throughout the process. In the event that something breaks or is not fitting, simply consult with your dentist or orthodontist.
Since Invisalign procedures require the oversight of a professional, the average cost ranges from three to six thousand dollars, depending on insurance.
SDC or Smile Direct Club
SDC is a do it yourself clear aligner system that is designed for easy cases such as minor alignment or minor spacing corrections. It is a very limited treatment without ongoing supervision of an orthodontist. Patients will not have a specialist to contact if they have any questions or concerns.
Invisalign uses a much more advanced material for their clear aligners and their digital platform is superior to any other clear aligner system. Also, with Invisalign we have the option of placing buttons, or attachments, use elastic bands, reshape the teeth as needed, for a much more precise and better and faster results. SDC does not have any of those options available.
SDC fees are cheaper, however, there is no comparison between what Invisalign is capable of correcting vs SDC.
Important Considerations of Clear Aligners
Smile Direct Club is an example of a cheaper, more independent treatment with clear aligners. Everything can be shipped to your house, and you do not need to consult a professional. However, the outcome of using these invisible braces or something similar is less reliable than Invisalign, since there is no oversight from a professional. This means that in the end, your teeth might not be as straight as they could have been with Invisalign or traditional braces.
Conclusion
At the end of the day, you get what you pay for. If a clear aligner company is advertising a cheap cost for straighter teeth, it probably means the process itself is cheap, and thus, less reliable. At Firouz, we offer a free consultation about Invisalign® and your teeth straightening options. Let us help you make an educated decision about invisible braces!
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