{"id":40,"date":"2021-11-05T14:47:00","date_gmt":"2021-11-05T14:47:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.shinkawadental.com\/blog\/?p=40"},"modified":"2021-11-24T14:53:53","modified_gmt":"2021-11-24T14:53:53","slug":"invisalign-in-fresno-better-than-diy-clear-aligners","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.shinkawadental.com\/blog\/2021\/11\/05\/invisalign-in-fresno-better-than-diy-clear-aligners\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Reasons Why Invisalign Is Better Than DIY Clear Aligners"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.shinkawadental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/AdobeStock_455759855__1637765267_55853.jpg\" alt=\"woman with Invisalign in Fresno\" class=\"wp-image-41\" width=\"271\" height=\"182\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.shinkawadental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/AdobeStock_455759855__1637765267_55853.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.shinkawadental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/AdobeStock_455759855__1637765267_55853-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.shinkawadental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/AdobeStock_455759855__1637765267_55853-768x513.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 271px) 100vw, 271px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Founded in 2014, SmileDirectClub is a teledentistry company that offers &#8220;do-it-yourself&#8221; clear aligners so you can straighten your teeth at home. Though this may seem like the best option for correcting crooked and misaligned teeth on a budget, Invisalign is well worth the investment. To explain why that is, here are five reasons why Invisalign in Fresno is better for your smile.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#1. Overall Cost<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Overall cost is a common reason why someone might consider SmileDirectClub. It starts at around $2,000, but that doesn\u2019t account for any complications that may delay your progress, additional trays, or other intervention. Though Invisalign starts at around $5,000, this generally includes dental visits and associated monitoring throughout treatment. Since there are no hidden costs, the guaranteed results and clear-cut expectations of Invisalign treatment provide better overall value.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#2. Treatment Times and Convenience<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Treatment times depend on the individual and how well patients adhere to their treatment plans. Invisalign can treat more complex dental issues, so it usually has longer treatment times. Though SmileDirectClub patients will save time throughout their treatment by cutting out in-person checkups, they will still need to attend remote checkups. In-office checkups are more thorough and more helpful for spotting complications and making adjustments, so Invisalign patients may actually experience shorter treatment times overall.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#3. Dentist Supervision<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Rather than offering in-office dental supervision, SmileDirectClub relies on patients sending in photos and updates. This is a huge disadvantage to the patient since it will be more difficult to identify and correct problems as well as make any necessary adjustments. On the other hand, Invisalign\u2019s in-office treatments allow the process to continue without interruptions. Your dentist will be able to notice any changes or unwanted developments during check-ups and immediately fix them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#4. Dental Organization Approval<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Unlike SmileDirectClub, Invisalign is recommended by all major professional dental organizations. Additionally, the American Association of Orthodontists has issued a consumer warning for all direct-to-consumer orthodontic companies. The American Dental Association also strongly discourages do-it-yourself orthodontics and has filed a complaint against SmileDirectClub. Since the organizations who set the guidelines for dental best practices in the United States have problems with treatments like this, it\u2019s probably best to avoid them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#5. Complex Orthodontic Cases<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>SmileDirectClub tells customers that their aligners shouldn\u2019t be used by those with extensive dental needs or a history of poor oral health. Invisalign has been around much longer and offers products that can easily treat several misalignment cases. So, unless your teeth are only slightly misaligned, Invisalign is the better choice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It may be tempting to go for the convenience and lower cost of SmileDirectClub, but this decision can easily come back to haunt you. By using Invisalign over DIY aligners, you can rest assured that you\u2019re getting the best bang for your buck.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>At Shinkawa Dental, Dr. Gerald T. Shinkawa, his son Dr. Adam Shinkawa, and his daughter Nicole Shinkawa provide patients with the dentistry they deserve. With 40 years of combined experience, they can help you correct alignment issues and close gaps with Invisalign so you can finally achieve the straighter, more uniform smile you\u2019ve always wanted. Visit Shinkawa Dental\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shinkawadental.com\/contact.html\">website<\/a> or call their office at (559) 226-5656 to learn more about Invisalign treatment or to schedule an appointment.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Founded in 2014, SmileDirectClub is a teledentistry company that offers &#8220;do-it-yourself&#8221; clear aligners so you can straighten your teeth at home. Though this may seem like the best option for correcting crooked and misaligned teeth on a budget, Invisalign is well worth the investment. 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