Within a set of products, you may stick to brands you recognize, thinking that must be the best option for quality. In fact, you may be loyal to it and hesitate to try a lesser-known brand, but you could be missing out on an equally valid, impressive choice!
When it comes to clear aligner brands to straighten teeth, you probably recognize Invisalign and may not know much about ClearCorrect. But it could offer exactly what you’re looking for in straightening your teeth. Learning about these brands’ similarities as well as their differences can help you decide which brand would actually work best for your smile.
Key Similarities Between Invisalign and ClearCorrect
In many ways that matter, Invisalign and ClearCorrect share several important qualities. Both types of clear aligners have these features:
- Correction for mild to moderate bite misalignment like an overbite, underbite, cross bite, and open bite.
- Natural, subtle appearance with custom-fitted clear plastic.
- Freedom to eat basically whatever you want, including hard, crunchy, or sticky foods, because the aligners can easily be removed.
- Simple maintenance and oral health care.
- General process of wearing the aligners for 22 hours every day for one or two weeks and then switching to the next set.
Key Differences Between Invisalign and ClearCorrect
Although these brands overlap in certain areas, ClearCorrect stands out in the following ways:
ClearCorrect Is Even Thinner
The plastic material used for aligners between these brands differs enough that ClearCorrect aligners tend to be slightly thinner, making them even less noticeable than Invisalign.
ClearCorrect Tends to Cost Less
Just as large brands at the grocery store can cost more than smaller ones, Invisalign tends to come with a higher price tag than ClearCorrect. Consequently, you can get the same results for a more affordable cost when you choose this option.
ClearCorrect Aligners Come with Zima Pods
When you work with a dentist that offers ClearCorrect, you have access to a Zima Pod, which is a small container that cleanses your aligners. If bacteria and plaque have the chance to build up, your aligners may not look as pristinely see-through as you want, but Zima Pod can keep your aligners perfectly clean and clear.
In the end, although you may have heard of the Invisalign brand more than ClearCorrect, don’t let that deter you from a solution that might be perfect for your needs and give you the smile you’ve always wanted.
About the Practice
At Boyles General Dentistry & Dental Implants, Dr. Stephen Boyles and the rest of our team doesn’t offer Invisalign, but we can provide ClearCorrect treatment. For more advanced cases of misalignment, we work with a local orthodontist to give our patients the best possible care. We are also proud to have Zima Pods for ClearCorrect patients. If you are interested in learning more about ClearCorrect, don’t hesitate to reach out to us online or call our Midland office at 432-685-7011.