With the sudden rise and equally sudden fall of at-home teeth straightening titan, Smile Direct Club, many people are being left holding the bag when it comes to their dental health.
As it turns out, the warning signs against using at-home teeth straightening companies were there all along. At Pillar Dental, we’re dedicated to turning your smile into one of your best features. That’s why we want to help anyone affected by the closure of Smile Direct Club and alert anyone else to the pitfalls of using at-home kits to straighten your smile.
The Pros of Clear Aligners
At-home kits utilize clear aligners to help straighten teeth and ultimately keep them in place. This method of teeth straightening is a proven method after decades of testing. Still, the products are becoming more affordable and sought after thanks to advances in technology.
The Dangers of Using At-Home Aligners
The COVID-19 pandemic gave rise to companies looking to make money off the fact that a lot of us stayed home for long periods of time. Teeth straightening companies took advantage of the decrease in dental care by offering clear aligners with affordable payment structures.
However, therein lies the problem. Without adequate dental care, those seeking clear aligners are opening themselves up to a whole host of issues. Several groups, such as the American Dental Association and the American Association of Orthodontists, came out against at-home kits. The groups cited concerns over the lack of quality and personalized care that only a dentist or orthodontist can provide.
Dentists with the ADA made that a specific point in their warnings about these at-home kits, saying that patients are putting their dental health at risk by choosing groups like Smile Direct Club.
Choose a Dental Professional Today!
Pillar Dental is one of many local dentists who can help you achieve that straight, white smile in no time! Choose us, and we’ll help you decide on a path to perfect dental health. To learn more, contact us today!