SmileDirectClub costs $2050 when paid in total, up front. However, you can also choose SmilePay™ which is a $250 down payment and $85 a month for 26 months. We gladly accept HSA, FSA, and CareCredit.

Wearing aligners takes some adjustment - and care. How long does SmileDirectClub take? We get that one a lot. You'll wear aligners 22 hours a day (or 10 consecutive hours if you're using Nighttime Aligners™). The average treatment time for aligners is 4-6 months, or 10 for Nighttime Aligners™.

2 sets Your Impression Kit Includes: 2 sets of trays, putty and easy-to-follow instructions on how to capture clear impressions for creating aligners. We'll ship these to you overnight at no additional cost. Use the included Smile Spreader to help shoot photos of your teeth, which are necessary to build your new smile.

3 ways to get started with SmileDirectClub

1. Use a SmileDirectClub impression kit. If you're not near a SmileShop or just prefer to get started from the comfort of home, a remote impression kit is the way to go.
2. Visit a SmileShop for a 3D image.
3. Book an in-office visit with a SmileDirectClub dentist in our Partner Network.

Depending on your treatment plan and type of retainer, you can expect to pay from anywhere between $100 - $400. A permanent retainer cost can be slightly higher, from $150 - $500. In most cases, the cost of your retainer will be included in your overall orthodontic plan.

Lingual braces – £2,000 to £10,000. Clear plastic aligners – £1,500 to £5,500.

Many of the customers who have complained about SmileDirectClub say that the products do not work, the timeline for treatment are inaccurate, and the aligners are made poorly. Dr. April Lee is an experienced and trained orthodontist that is committed to providing patients with a beautiful smile in a safe manner.

While you can certainly straighten a mild to moderate case with Smile Direct Club and some bite issues, they do not claim to correct more severe cases. Invisalign can be a great solution for both adults and teens to fix nearly all common teeth-straightening and bite issues, from simple to complex.

When it comes to the choice between Invisalign versus SmileDirectClub, Dr. Yang says she would recommend Invisalign over SmileDirectClub for “almost everyone.” Still, those with more severe alignment issues may be better served by an option other than an aligner product.

The amount of Invisalign trays you need depends on the conditions of your teeth and the extent of your treatment. People who require less or minimal teeth straightening can be given around 15-25 Invisalign trays, whereas those who need more major teeth straightening treatment can be given around 40-50 Invisalign trays.

22 hours SmileDirectClub Aligners are designed to move teeth in 4-6 months2 and require 22 hours of wear per day. Your assigned doctor is a state-licensed dentist or orthodontist who was assigned to you to manage your specific alignment needs. They've used their expertise to create your treatment plan for your teeth.

The lifespan of each depends on how well you take care of your mouth and the retainer. Both types of retainers can potentially last for years if you routinely clean and avoid damaging them. On average, removable retainers tend to last for about 5-10 years, while permanent retainers can potentially last for decades.