Medically Reviewed
by Dental District
Medically Reviewed by Dr. Yoalli Arce

Modern dentistry allows people to wear invisible aligners instead of traditional braces. Just imagine a smile without those metal wires! Invisalign popularity is growing, and many patients are comfortable with them since they are removable and less noticeable. 

However, something is alarming for many dentists; they have warned not to order clear aligners online after many people’s teeth have been damaged by “DYI dentistry.” Companies like “Smile Direct Club” sell aligners remotely, claiming to straighten teeth faster and cheaper than braces at the dental office

But many specialists (especially orthodontists) believe that customers of “remote dentistry” are not aware of the harm that these online aligners have on their pearly whites, so today, our dentist in Tijuana will talk about these questionable aligners.

What Are Clear Aligners – Invisalign?

Clear aligners such as Invisalign are a state-of-the-art orthodontic treatment commonly used by dentists to straighten teeth more discreetly. Any treatment, be it braces or Invisalign, requires visiting the dental office to ensure excellent quality treatment and that your teeth are moved safely. 

Invisalign is an excellent and effective option if you have crooked teeth. These clear aligners come with a shorter treatment time, are gentle on teeth, and are much easier to maintain if we compare them with metal braces.  

If you want to improve your smile with Invisalign, schedule an appointment here! 

Risks Of Clear Aligners Ordered Online

Here are the risks of wearing these mail-order clear aligners:

  • No comprehensive dental valuation. An orthodontist’s job goes far beyond aligning and improving your smile; specialists identify and treat many oral health concerns before considering their patients for orthodontic treatment. This is why they do a comprehensive exam before starting with Invisalign.

A skilled specialist has enough knowledge to identify oral health problems; tooth movement without a team of specialists is just too risky.

  • More crooked teeth. Moving teeth too fast with these medically unapproved aligners can result in tooth loss. Just imagine paying for mail aligners and going through the treatment only to visit the dentist because of severe damage. 

With online aligners, teeth may move slower or faster, and you may develop gum disease or cavities. These are real concerns that a lack of supervision brings to light; you can see pictures of teeth damaged and with bad alignment on social media. 

  • Lack of dentist supervision. A specialist will give you the best-personalized care, and you won’t get this with “remote dentistry”! Another danger of these fake aligners is the lack of supervision during and after the treatment; when treated with clear aligners at the dental office, routine appointments are necessary to check your progress and ensure that teeth are moving well. 
  • Aligners are not for everyone. There are many types of teeth alignment treatments, most patients can wear aligners just fine, and others will need braces to get a beautiful smile; this is common in younger patients (less than 15 years).
  • Aligners are not for everyone. There are many types of teeth alignment treatments, most patients can wear aligners just fine, and others will need braces to get a beautiful smile; this is common in younger patients (less than 15 years).
  • Wrong fit. Receiving your aligners means you get to try them on before starting your treatment, meaning you risk wearing aligners that don’t fit properly. This can cause discomfort and severe pain since you put inadequate force on your teeth.

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Dentists In Tijuana – Mexico

The Dental District has gathered a team of highly-skilled specialists ready to treat your oral health needs. Patients from the US have recognized our doctors for their excellent job in dental procedures/treatments such as braces and Invisalign (available at our dental office!) without leaving aside their warm service. Giving comprehensive care at each phase of any treatment.

In our dental clinic in Tijuana you will find dental services at affordable prices compared to the US! You will be happy by saving thousands of dollars and enjoy a safe experience while getting functional and beautiful. Ask about our best services such as invisalign in Tijuana, endodontics in Mexico, dental implants in Tijuana and dental crowns in Tijuana.

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