---
title: "Clear Aligner Candidacy Assessment"
url: "https://www.newmouth.com/orthodontics/treatment/clear-aligners/clear-aligner-candidacy-assessment/"
description: "Find out if clear aligners are right for you with our free online assessment. Evaluate your bite, alignment issues, and oral health. Get personalized recommendations."
---

Updated March 23, 2026

# Clear Aligner Candidacy Assessment

Find out if clear aligners are right for you with our free online assessment. Evaluate your bite, alignment issues, and oral health. Get personalized recommendations.

## Clear Aligner Candidacy Assessment

Answer a few questions to evaluate if clear aligners might be suitable for your orthodontic needs.

### Bite Assessment

What type of bite issue are you experiencing? i

😬Overbite 😦Underbite 😕Crossbite 😮Open Bite 😊No Bite Issues

### Alignment Concerns

How would you describe your teeth alignment issues? i

🙂Mild 😐Moderate 😬Severe

Do you have gaps between your teeth? i

🦷No Gaps ↔️Small Gaps ⬌Large Gaps

### Oral Health

I have active gum disease I have untreated cavities

Do you have any existing dental work?

Crowns or veneers Bridges Dental implants

### Age & Lifestyle

Your age group:

🧑‍🎓Teen (13-17) 🧑18-25 👨26-50 🧓51+

Could you wear aligners 20-22 hours daily? i

✅Yes, No Problem 🤔Maybe ❌Would Be Difficult

### Your Clear Aligner Assessment

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This assessment is a starting point — **always consult your dentist** for professional advice tailored to your situation.

How We Assess Clear Aligner Candidacy

#### Bite Assessment

-   Types of malocclusion
-   Severity evaluation
-   Treatment complexity

#### Oral Health

-   Current dental conditions
-   Existing dental work
-   Treatment prerequisites

#### Lifestyle Factors

-   Age considerations
-   Wear time commitment
-   Treatment duration

This assessment tool is for informational purposes only. The effectiveness of clear aligners varies based on individual cases and commitment to treatment.

\* Based on general clear aligner treatment guidelines and clinical research.

## Clear Aligner Candidacy Assessment

Answer a few questions to evaluate if clear aligners might be suitable for your orthodontic needs.

### Bite Assessment

What type of bite issue are you experiencing? i

😬Overbite 😦Underbite 😕Crossbite 😮Open Bite 😊No Bite Issues

### Alignment Concerns

How would you describe your teeth alignment issues? i

🙂Mild 😐Moderate 😬Severe

Do you have gaps between your teeth? i

🦷No Gaps ↔️Small Gaps ⬌Large Gaps

### Oral Health

I have active gum disease I have untreated cavities

Do you have any existing dental work?

Crowns or veneers Bridges Dental implants

### Age & Lifestyle

Your age group:

🧑‍🎓Teen (13-17) 🧑18-25 👨26-50 🧓51+

Could you wear aligners 20-22 hours daily? i

✅Yes, No Problem 🤔Maybe ❌Would Be Difficult

### Your Clear Aligner Assessment

0

This assessment is a starting point — **always consult your dentist** for professional advice tailored to your situation.

How We Assess Clear Aligner Candidacy

#### Bite Assessment

-   Types of malocclusion
-   Severity evaluation
-   Treatment complexity

#### Oral Health

-   Current dental conditions
-   Existing dental work
-   Treatment prerequisites

#### Lifestyle Factors

-   Age considerations
-   Wear time commitment
-   Treatment duration

This assessment tool is for informational purposes only. The effectiveness of clear aligners varies based on individual cases and commitment to treatment.

\* Based on general clear aligner treatment guidelines and clinical research.