You might be thinking that mail-in aligners are an easier, more convenient, and more affordable way to straighten your smile. After all, they promise quick results and a simple, stress-free way to achieve a healthier smile, right? If it seems too good to be true, it probably is, which is why you’re better off leaving it to the trusted professionals. Before deciding to try and straighten your teeth on your own, here are three possible dangers that you could face with mail-in aligners.
You Are Not Examined by a Dentist or Orthodontist
Not all patients are good candidates for clear aligners. However, choosing to move forward with mail-in aligners will likely have you forgoing an initial consultation. One of the many reasons this initial appointment is so critical is that it determines whether you should pursue this type of treatment or traditional braces.
Certain orthodontic problems cannot be remedied with the help of clear aligners but instead require metal brackets and wires to achieve the desired results.
Opting for clear aligners without an initial consultation puts your oral health and aesthetics at risk of damage.
The Impressions May Not Be Accurate
Most mail-in aligner systems require you to take your own impressions. If you are unsure how to do this correctly, you may end up with trays that do not fit properly and instead cause discomfort. Over time, if you continue to wear these ill-fitting aligners, you run the risk of causing more significant damage to your smile.
This is why it’s best to seek a professional who can make the impressions for you so that your aligners fit as they are designed to.
If You Experience a Problem, You’ll End Up Paying More
When seeking professional orthodontic treatment by a skilled dentist or orthodontist, you have the comfort of knowing that you are in good hands should a problem arise. All you have to do is call your dentist’s office and inquire about an appointment.
If you choose mail-in aligners, though, you will not have an orthodontist you can turn to, as everything is handled on your own. This is where additional money will come into play because you’ll be required to see someone local who can survey the damage and help fix the problem before it worsens.
Your dentist understands that you want to save money, especially since orthodontic treatment can be costly. However, choosing mail-in aligners will only lead to more dollars being spent to fix your smile. Start on the right track by allowing a trusted professional to use ClearCorrect or another clear aligner system to shift your teeth in the right direction and avoid the many pitfalls of trying to do it on your own.
About the Practice
We know it can be difficult going through life with crooked, gapped, or misaligned teeth. This is why our team at Capron Park Dental is here to deliver trusted clear aligner solutions. With ClearCorrect, we can shift teeth in the right direction so that beautiful, healthy results are achieved. If you have questions about the type of treatment and why it’s best to avoid do-it-yourself solutions, call us at (508) 222-5950 or visit our website.