At-Home Clear Aligners vs In-Clinic Treatment

We get it. The thought of leaving your house, making the trip to an orthodontist, having to make small talk with the staff who you know will soon be all up in your grills, and then sitting through an examination that will ultimately tell you the severity of what's happening with your chompers is intimidating—or if it wasn't before, did we just ruin it for you? 

Whether you're drawn to the personal touch of in-clinic treatment or the convenience of a low-contact method, Bitesoft Co. has you covered. Each teeth straightening option has its perks, but our at-home, clear aligner treatment could be your perfect match for introverts and those who crave a show-stopping smile without making a trip to the orthodontist. 

We know what you're thinking: 'How the frick can you just straighten your teeth without meeting someone?' Well, friend, we're glad you asked.

Understanding At-Home Clear Aligners

We can only speak on our behalf, but the Bitesoft Co revolutionary at-home clear aligner treatment goes a little like this: 

Step one: Complete our FREE online smile assessment to ensure you're a candidate.

Step two: Purchase our Impression Kit and take moulds of your teeth to be sent back to us for assessment.

Step three: You'll receive a custom clear aligner treatment plan and a 3D plan of how we plan to transform your teeth over 3-12 months (case dependent). Once you approve your customised plan, the aligners will be fabricated and shipped to your doorstep in just 3-4 weeks.

Step four: Once your aligners arrive, chuck the first set in and store the others safely. You'll wear each set for two weeks, as each new tray will slightly adjust your smile, minimising discomfort.

Step five: Check in remotely with our ScanBox, which uses AI remote monitoring technology to check your progress and ensure you're on track to complete your treatment in the predicted time frame. 

Step six: Finish your treatment and make a plan to keep those dazzling chompers from moving back to their original positions. You can either continue wearing aligners during the night or have a bonded retainer fitted to the back of your teeth. We can help you with either option and advise you which is more suitable at the end of your treatment.

Step seven: There is no step seven. You're done. Finished. Finito! Time to enjoy your confident smile.

It sounds like a bit of a lonely treatment process, doesn't it? Some might be celebrating that their involvement in human contact will be minimal during this process, while others may have concerns. We admit it, this treatment option is highly self-managed and requires a certain level of responsibility (no silly gooses allowed), but you will still have daily access to support from the Bitesoft Co to answer any and all of your questions. We wouldn't leave you entirely to your own devices - we're not that kind of company. We'll be your biggest cheerleaders and support team throughout the entire journey.

On another note, this treatment allows a discreet smile transformation (some might not even realise you're undergoing orthodontic care) while offering unparalleled convenience and flexibility, which is also, most often, more cost-effective... But we'll get to that.

In-Clinic Treatment

The In-Clinic Treatment is similar to the steps mentioned above. However, your initial consultation will be with an orthodontist at one of many Bitesoft Co partner practices. You will receive a scan, X-ray, clean, and assessment during this appointment. This appointment is also an opportunity to discuss potential concerns or get answers to any general information you've been pondering. 

Your aligners will be delivered three to four weeks after your consultation, and your treatment will start then and there. All monitoring will be remote from there unless you request additional in-clinic appointments.

Comparing Costs: At-Home vs. In-Clinic

Obviously, the In-Clinic Treatment will be slightly more expensive - people have to make a living somehow, you know? However, surprisingly, the cost difference of involving a professional orthodontist isn't that much.

For an In-Clinic Treatment with Bitesoft Co, costs start at $3,399… which, you might note, is thousands of dollars cheaper than traditional metal braces, which are more expensive, less comfortable, and, most importantly, less than aesthetically pleasing. 

And for the at-home aligners, prices start at just $2,999. 

Here's the best part: both options come with flexible payment plans, including Afterpay and ZipMoney. So, you can start your treatment right away, save up and pay as little as $31/week. We can almost see you checking your budget and feeling relieved that a straighter smile is within reach.

Effectiveness and Results of Teeth Straightening with Clear Aligners

No company would offer a 'Results Guaranteed' perk if it didn't believe in its product, right? It's not cocky, it's confident. We believe in our product and that it will transform your smile so much that we have the following policy:

"Before treatment, we will show you how your teeth will move into the new position step by step using a 3D simulation. Suppose the preview does not match the actual result after your treatment. In that case, we will produce additional Aligners for you free of charge until you are happy with the result..."

We're not being dramatic when we say that our Bitesoft Co clear aligners have transformed the lives of thousands of people. You can read about their experiences and what they had to say here: Reviews.

Convenience and Accessibility

For residents of Australia and New Zealand, our Bitesoft Co-treatment is readily accessible. You can get started with an in-clinic or remote clear aligner treatment straight away by ordering your impressions kit or making an appointment at one of our partner practices. 

As for the rest of the world - we're working on it.

If you have your heart set on Bitesoft Co (we get why you would), shoot an email to info@bitesoftco.com, and we'll do everything we can to get you sorted with a custom treatment plan—unfortunately, we cannot make any promises on this one… yet!

Who Should Choose At-Home Aligners?

At-home aligners are most suitable for those who want to straighten their teeth but don't want the hassle of visiting the orthodontist every few weeks. This option is best suited to someone willing to manage their treatment and stick to the schedule assigned to their plan to complete the treatment in the estimated timeframe.

Professionals who travel frequently or have busy lives generally find this treatment ideally suited to their hectic lifestyles. Check-ins are all done remotely, and everything they need to complete the treatment is delivered upfront.

Who Should Opt for In-Clinic Treatments?

Teenagers.

Do we need to say more? Okay, we will…

If your teenager wants to get their teeth straightened out with clear aligners to avoid the old 'metal mouth' or 'train track' nicknames that their friends love to throw about in regards to traditional braces... oh, I just thought of another one - Brace Face... they may require a lot of supervision to make sure they're meeting the 22 hours per day wear time. It's all too common that they 'forget' to put them back in after lunch and carry them around in the bags all day, only to put them back in during the evening - no. This treatment will be less effective and waste the time, money, and most likely energy of their parents trying to get them to put their aligners in and wear them correctly.

Having that initial in-person appointment, where they can put a face to the person responsible for creating their dental desires, may be the key to ensuring they take the treatment seriously.

As mentioned above, the in-clinic option is also affordable and  a great opportunity to get answers to any questions that may have come up. There are no silly questions, so if the in-clinic option is what you need to give yourself the confidence to get started, then by all means, letsssss gooooooo!

To summarise, when it comes to straightening your teeth with clear aligners, you have two options: At-Home Clear Aligners or an In-clinic Treatment.

Both offer benefits and drawbacks. It would help if you weighed the pros and cons to decide which best suits your lifestyle. Also, be honest with yourself about your self-management skills. We're not trying to throw shade, but how’s your track record with sticking with routines and maintaining good habits? We want you to be realistic so you can get the most out of our Bitesoft Co Clear Aligner Treatment.