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Starting in 2020, everyone has become accustomed to ordering things online and carrying out appointments remotely or avoiding them entirely. However, in some instances, this more independent method can have its downsides. Occasionally, convenience can sacrifice quality. Take mail-in clear aligners for straightening teeth. Doing all the steps yourself and getting a pre-made plan may seem less time-consuming than working with your provider directly to get Invisalign<\/a>, but mail-in clear aligners come with hidden dangers. In this post, you\u2019ll learn more about how Invisalign clear aligners should work and the risks you take when you choose mail-in options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

How Does Invisalign Work?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As a brand, Invisalign has been around for approaching 30 years with millions of patients. If you are interested in this treatment, you meet with your dentist at their office for a consultation. After examination, they will create a plan to shift your teeth into perfectly straight alignment, and they take impressions for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A device called a digital scanner measures your oral cavity to produce a 3D model of your mouth on computer software in minutes. From this information, Invisalign fabricates the steps of clear aligners for your unique treatment plan. Every few months, you will see your dentist for a check-in visit. If they identify anything that needs to be adjusted, they can adapt your plan to be more efficient and effective toward your goal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Do Mail-In Clear Aligners Work?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Instead of having a professional handle most of the process, you\u2019re in charge of making sure every step is completed properly. For instance, you must take your own impressions at home and follow the instructions exactly. As a novice, you must capture your teeth perfectly because your plan will be based on these impressions. A certified orthodontist then puts together a plan for you, and the aligners are mailed to you. Mail-in aligners tend to be cheaper because you manage most of the process yourself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Are the Dangers of Mail-In Clear Aligners?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

At first glance, this convenience and cost savings can seem appealing, but you could have aligners that don\u2019t fit properly or actually take steps in the wrong direction during treatment. Unfortunately, no check-in appointments means that it is difficult to change something throughout the process. Basically, you need to call customer service, not a qualified professional who can legally make clinical updates to your plan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Unless you\u2019re one of the lucky ones who happens to get it right with mail-in clear aligners, this option may turn out to cost you more to correct and more time with your dentist than if you chose Invisalign in the first place. For a smoother, more certain experience, Invisalign is the safer, better path to a straight smile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the Practice<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Brooks Dental has served Winthrop and surrounding communities since 1959. Dr. Howard Brooks and Dr. Stephanie Brooks<\/a> lead a team that consists of an orthodontist and endodontist, in addition to the practice\u2019s consistent staff. As a result, Brooks Dental patients can trust that their Invisalign treatment will turn out wonderfully as long as they adhere to directions and keep coming for their check-in appointments. You can learn more about Invisalign by scheduling a consultation with us by visiting our Contact Us page<\/a> or calling our office at 617-846-1811.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Starting in 2020, everyone has become accustomed to ordering things online and carrying out appointments remotely or avoiding them entirely. However, in some instances, this more independent method can have its downsides. Occasionally, convenience can sacrifice quality. Take mail-in clear aligners for straightening teeth. Doing all the steps yourself and getting a pre-made plan may […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-660","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"yoast_head":"\nMail-In Clear Aligners vs. Invisalign: Which is Safer? 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