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SureSmile is a brand of in-office clear aligners (invisible braces). Like Invisalign, you must visit a licensed dental professional to begin treatment.
Many people (especially adults) prefer clear aligners over conventional braces for several reasons:
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Starting a SureSmile aligner treatment is simple. Once a SureSmile doctor in your area confirms you for the treatment, these are the steps you must follow:
Before treatment, your doctor will walk you through your unique treatment plan in person. Once you approve, they will create your set of aligners.
You can expect to wear your aligners for one to two weeks before your doctor instructs you to switch to the next set. Your teeth will move to their ideal position a few millimeters at a time.
The average cost of a SureSmile treatment is between $3,000 and $4,000. Complex cases cost more because treatment takes longer.
The cost of SureSmile aligners ultimately depends on the level of treatment needed. Some people require more or less treatment.2
The total cost of your new smile depends on the treatment plan you and your orthodontist agree on. Make sure to discuss the following with your dentist during your first consultation:
SureSmile may or may not be covered by insurance. It depends on your provider.
Work with your dental professional to find out your insurance deductible for treatment. Many insurance companies consider a prescription for traditional braces and clear aligners to be the same.
Check with your insurance organization to see what your benefits cover or if reimbursement is possible.
Interested in straightening your teeth at home? Here are the best clear aligner companies.
| SureSmile | Invisalign | |
| Cost | $3,000 to $6,000 | $3,000 to $8,000 |
| How to Start | Visit a certified SureSmile doctor | Visit a certified Invisalign doctor |
| Financing Options | Depends on provider | Depends on provider |
| Treatment Time | 6 to 18 months | 12 to 18 months |
| Treatable Cases | Most mild to severe | Mild to severe |
| Progress Monitoring | In-person visits every 4 weeks to 3 months | In-person visits every 6 to 8 weeks |
SureSmile and Invisalign are similar treatment options:
The main differences between the two are:
Invisalign treatment can be anywhere from 9 to 18 months, while SureSmile takes approximately six months. However, it can be longer for more complex cases.
Invisalign costs between $3,000 and $8,000. SureSmile treatment averages around $4,000. However, the exact price of both depends on the length of treatment and the case complexity.
Invisalign aligners offer various treatment plans (depending on your needs). For example, there is an express treatment option and a treatment plan for teens that includes a compliance tracker. SureSmile does not offer as many treatment options.
| SureSmile | At-Home Aligners | |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | $3,000 to $6,000 | $1,200 to $2,300 |
| How to Start | Visit a certified SureSmile doctor | Order an at-home impression kit |
| Financing Options | Depends on provider | Set monthly pricing |
| Treatment Time | 6 to 18 months | 4 to 12 months |
| Treatable Cases | Most mild to severe | Mild, some moderate |
| Progress Monitoring | In-person visits every 4 weeks to 3 months | 100% remote (hands-off care) |
If you have mild to moderately misaligned teeth, at-home clear aligners are an alternative to SureSmile. These aligners offer a more affordable way to straighten teeth.
However, at-home aligner brands typically do not offer the same customer care and service level as brands like SureSmile that require in-office visits.
A few companies offer remote teeth straightening with aligners. Here are some examples:
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Here are the pros and cons of SureSmile treatment:
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| Comfortable and discreet | Can be more expensive than other treatments |
| Teeth molds are replaced by digital scans | Treatment quality depends on the provider's skill |
| Custom digital treatment plan with projected results | Not everyone qualifies for treatment |
| Treatment takes six months on average | |
| Fewer checkups necessary |
You should wear SureSmile aligners for 20 to 22 hours daily, including when you are asleep and at work or school. The two to four hours a day when you are not required to wear them are for:
It is essential to wear your clear aligners for the prescribed time, otherwise, your treatment may be delayed. In some cases, people have to start treatment over from the beginning.
The average treatment time of SureSmile is six months. However, various factors can affect treatment time. This is significantly shorter than treatment with traditional braces, which takes between 12 and 24 months.
Like Invisalign, SureSmile is a brand of in-office clear aligners (invisible braces). This treatment can straighten minor to severe cases of tooth misalignment.
The entire treatment process takes an average of six months, which is significantly quicker than the treatment time of traditional braces. Once you complete treatment, you will need to wear retainers to maintain your results.
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