NASHVILLE, Tenn., USA: Seven out of 10 American adults have crooked and misaligned teeth and have wanted to straighten them for years, but haven’t wanted metal braces and don’t have $5,000 or more in their budget to cover the cost of treatment. Braces and invisible aligners (the much-preferred straightening system), done in an orthodontic office can cost from $3,000 to $6,000.
SmileCareClub provides an alternative solution, allowing patients to straighten their teeth in only four to eight months, according to the company, at a fraction of the cost of regular braces or invisible aligners, with 24/7 oversight by licensed dental professionals — all from the comfort of one’s own home.
“SmileCareClub can fix minor crowding and space issues for only $900, which is an incredible savings,” said orthodontist Dr. Damon Barbieri. “The clear aligners work similarly to braces but don’t have the sharp corners. They can be removed while eating or playing sports and to brush and floss, so your teeth stay cleaner. The trays are so thin and light that most people won’t notice them, providing ease in professional and social situations.”
“In addition to cost savings and the benefits of removable trays, patients will be able to complete the process on their schedule, at home. But they don’t have to worry about knowing how to move teeth themselves,” Barbieri said. “The patient can contact their licensed professional with personal questions through the entire process.”
How it works for patients
Patients can work with SmileCareClub directly by logging on to SmileCareClub.com and completing a free smile assessment. An evaluation kit ($95) includes a dental impression kit, dental and medical forms, and a photo assessment.
Patients take impressions of their teeth at home. A professional will make sure the impressions were done correctly. After sending the impressions back via FedEx (prepaid), the patients receives a 3-D treatment plan that shows how teeth will move and what the smile will look like, plus the first set of aligners. If not pleased, the fee is fully refundable. According to the company.
Dental professionals will create a custom treatment plan from the evaluation kit. Patients receive their first set of aligners in the mail and begin the process, according to the company.
Giving back
SmileCareClub believes that businesses can make positive contributions to the world. “We are proud to announce that SmileCareClub is partnering with Global Dental Relief to bring dental health to children who would otherwise go without dental care,” said Doug Hudson, SmileCareClub CEO. “With every evaluation kit purchased, we are donating one dental clinic visit to an impoverished child in Kenya.”
(Photo: SmileCareClub)
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