Best Invisible Aligners

Which Invisible Braces Are The Best?

If you want straighter teeth — but don’t want metal brackets and wires on your teeth — invisible aligners are an excellent choice. They are made of clear plastic and are a removable alternative to traditional metal braces designed around comfort and convenience.

There are many brands of clear teeth aligners on the market today, making it easier to find one that fits your lifestyle, budget, and needs. Clear braces can fix mild to moderate cases of malocclusion (teeth misalignment). These cases include crooked teeth, overbites, underbites, and gapped teeth. 

In-Office vs. At-Home Invisible Braces

There are two clear aligner options available, including in-office aligners and at-home aligners: 

In-office invisible aligners require visits to your dentist or orthodontist throughout treatment. You also have to set up an appointment with them to get an impression made of your teeth before beginning treatment. 

Two of the best, FDA-approved in-office invisible aligners:

1. Invisalign
2. Clear Correct

At-home invisible aligners, also called mail-in aligners, do not require in-office visits. You will take an online assessment, and if you are a candidate, they will send an impression to your home address. Throughout the treatment process, you will attend virtual appointments with your doctor or orthodontist to ensure your teeth are moving correctly. Some at-home aligner brands offer free retainers to keep your teeth straight after treatment.

Not everyone is a good candidate for at-home clear aligners. Treatment is typically only recommended for mild cases of teeth misalignment, including crooked teeth, gapped teeth, or a crossbite.

To help you choose the best invisible aligner for your needs, our specialists at NewMouth have compiled a list of the most popular brands below.

Best Invisible Braces (At-Home)

The five best at-home, or mail-in, invisible braces include:

Candid Co: Best Remote Monitoring

Unlike other mail-in aligners, Candid Co. only works with licensed orthodontists. Many general dentists also offer orthodontic treatment options, but orthodontists are teeth straightening experts. Investing in Candid aligners ensures you get the highest quality remote treatment available. You can either get started at a Candid studio or with an at-home starter kit.

Cost: $2,400
Treatment Time: 6 to 11 months
Monthly Payment Plan: Starting at $99/mo for 24 months (not including down payment)

Am I a Candidate?

Byte: Quickest Treatment

The average treatment time for Byte aligners is 3 to 6 months with daily Hyperbyte use. The Hyperbyte is a special teeth movement acceleration device that safely straightens teeth 2x faster with HFV (high-frequency vibration). An aligner-safe teeth whitening kit (BrightByte) is also included with every purchase.

Cost: $1,895 to $2245
Treatment Time: 3 to 6 months
Monthly Payment Plan: Starting at $83/mo for 29 months (not including down payment)

Am I a Candidate?

You have the choice of buying all-day or at-night Byte aligners. Treatment is completely remote. You will order a mail-in impression kit and get virtual check-ups throughout treatment.

SmileDirectClub: First Ever Mail-In Aligner

SmileDirectClub pioneered the mail-in aligner industry and is still the most widely known. Smile Direct offers both daytime and nighttime clear aligners, depending on your preference. You can either visit a SmileShop for an in-person 3D scan or order an at-home impression kit.

Cost: $1,950

Treatment Time: 4 to 6 months

Monthly Payment Plan: Starting at $89/mo (not including down payment)

SmileLove: Best Pre- and Post-Treatment 

SmileLove clear aligners use ClearComfort™ technology, which provides an invisible, custom, and comfortable fit that follows your gum line. The aligners are made of Essix plastic, which is one of the best in the industry for durability and wear. 

No orthodontist visits are necessary. Everything you need for treatment is mailed directly to your door, all at once. 

Cost: $1,895

Treatment Time: 6 to 8 months

Monthly Payment Plan: Starting at $79/mo (not including down payment)

SnapCorrect: Clearest, Most Affordable Aligners

SnapCorrect aligners are perfectly clear, almost see-through. They also have contoured edges, which provide a discreet and comfortable fit. To begin treatment, you will order an impression kit online, take the impressions of your teeth with the putty provided, and then mail the kit back. You’ll receive the first set of aligners in the mail within four weeks. 

Cost: $1,749

Treatment Time: about 6 months

Monthly Payment Plan: Starting at $80/mo for 24 months (not including down payment)

Best “In-Office” Invisible Aligner

The two best in-office invisible braces include:

Invisalign

Invisalign is the most widely-known invisible aligner available. These teeth aligners are made with SmartTrack® material, which is specifically engineered for the Invisalign system. The material claims to provide a more accurate and comfortable fit. Invisalign is only available through your dentist or orthodontist, not online. 

Invisalign provides very accurate tooth movement but is the most expensive aligner on the market.

Cost: $3,000 to $8,000

Treatment Time: 12 to 18 months

Monthly Payment Plan: Starting at $50/mo for 36 months (not including down payment)

Best Alternative to Invisalign 

Clear Correct

ClearCorrect is the best alternative to Invisalign. These aligners are made of .030” polyurethane to achieve challenging tooth movements. They are also stain and crack resistant, hand-checked by a qualified dentist, and laser marked to ensure traceability. Similar to Invisalign, ClearCorrect requires in-office evaluation before beginning treatment. 

ClearCorrect provides controlled single-tooth movement but is more expensive than mail-in aligners.

Cost: $2,500 to $5,500

Treatment Time: Depends on if you choose Limited 6, Limited 12, Unlimited, or Flex treatment 

Payment Plan: Flex (pay per aligner), Unlimited (pay one flat rate for five years of aligners + one set of retainers), Limited 6, and Limited 12 (pay one flat rate for aligners + one set of retainers)

Invisible Braces: Questions and Answers