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In-Office vs. At-Home Aligners

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In-Office vs. At-Home Aligners

Are DIY Orthodontics A Viable Option?

Smiles are powerful, and great-looking teeth can increase a person’s pride and self-confidence, which impacts directly on their enjoyment of life. This is why people ask our talented team of caring experts at Awesome Smiles for help with smiles improvement.

There are, however, people who choose to go the DIY, mail-order route. Between In-Office vs. At-Home Aligners, which is the more suitable choice?

What Are At-Home Aligners?

These aligners are also called mail-order or DIY aligners. You start with purchasing an at-home kit with which you make an impression of your teeth, no 3D scans or x-rays are done to check the quality of your teeth or the bone. The mail-order company will make your clear alignment tray and post it to you.

You might be mistakenly attracted to the lower price, but, unfortunately, lower prices often come with quality sacrifices in both a product and its results.

At-Home aligners also use generic plastic which tends to yield inferior results. Dental professionals use high-tech, responsive, patented dental plastics the deliver excellent results.

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What Are In-Office Aligners?

In-Office aligners are aligners that have been prepared and created by certified, qualified dental professionals, and the treatment has been carried out by a team of qualified dental professionals. With the price of In-Office Aligners, you receive world-class expertise and safe, effective treatments that last a lifetime.

Invisalign is one option of In-Office Aligners, the top recommendation from many dental professionals. Using cutting edge technology, Invisalign is able to straighten your teeth and transform your smile using virtually invisible, clear aligners which are made specifically for you. Invisalign comes with the ability to preview your results and treatment plan virtually. You can have a clear picture of how your teeth will look before your first treatment has even begun!

You will not run the At-Home Aligner risk of loss of teeth or dental injuries that might cause greater costs to remedy.

When choosing an In-Office Aligner, a team of certified professionals will always be available to answer your queries (as opposed to a call-center telephonist for an At-Home solution). Your dentist and the caring, nurturing support team will help and guide you, keeping your comfort and dental health as their top priority.

Teeth alignment is a medical procedure. The American Dental Association (ADA) strongly discourages patients from choosing At-Home, DIY aligners. Your teeth require healthy gums and stable jaw bone tissue, just one reading why attempting to manipulate this sensitive and complex procedure at home is a big risk to your oral health and will not deliver the beautiful smile that you deserve. Book a Complimentary Consultation

You’re just a few months away from your best smile ever. Awesome Smiles is committed to redesigning your dental experience with the best advice on In-Office vs. At-Home aligners in Pompano Beach, FL. You can reach us by calling (954) 973-5798 or using our convenient online platform. We look forward to hearing from you soon.

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Jessica S. profile pictureJessica S.
15:03 07 Dec 24
Awesome Smiles is by far the best office I've experience. Being in the dental field myself, I can appreciate the professionalism of the office. The dentist and hygienist are very thorough and detailed. I look forward to coming in for my routine checkups and have made Awesome Smiles my home...
Nojan J. profile pictureNojan J.
19:43 02 Dec 24
If I could give Awesome Smiles negative stars, I would. My experience here was an absolute train wreck, and it all comes down to the rude and incompetent Patricia Viriato.

First, I was told I needed a deep cleaning, and this so-called "professional" had the nerve to claim my insurance would only cover a measly 20%. When I called my insurance directly, they informed me I was actually covered for 85%—what a shocker! When I confronted Patricia about her blatant lie, she just doubled down, insisting it was still 20%. It was like talking to a wall made of ignorance.

Feeling pressured and trapped, I reluctantly agreed to fork over $900 upfront, believing I could get reimbursed later. They even coerced me into making a down payment right then and there.

To make matters worse, my insurance denied the claim because Awesome Smiles didn’t even perform the necessary periodontal charting. Seriously, how incompetent can one office be?

When I returned to demand a refund, Patricia acted as if I was the problem. Her attitude was dismissive and infuriating. She couldn’t accept that she messed everything up. After I insisted on speaking to a manager, I was finally told they would process a refund—but honestly, it felt like they were just trying to brush me off.

Do yourself a favor and avoid Awesome Smiles like the plague. Patricia is a prime example of everything wrong with customer service—rude, uninformed, and completely unhelpful. Save your time, money, and sanity—go anywhere else!
Alberti O. profile pictureAlberti O.
18:43 14 Nov 24
Amy did a fabulous job I will never go anywhere else Awesome Smiles is family thank you so much ! I love it !
Eduardo O. profile pictureEduardo O.
14:48 11 Nov 24
Thank you Awesome Smiles for the top quality service. Dr. Kim L. is very kind and professional when doing your treatment and makes you feel very good.
Faith K. profile pictureFaith K.
23:21 02 Oct 24
I can't say enough good things about Dr. Isabelle and Ana! They made me feel so comfortable during my visits, which was a relief since I was a bit nervous about the amount of work I needed done. They turned what could have been a stressful experience into a wonderful one, and I truly appreciate it. They also worked with my busy schedule, and the front desk staff was incredibly friendly. I highly recommend this place—everyone I interacted with was just fantastic!
Vertina Y. profile pictureVertina Y.
11:42 05 Sep 24
My visits here have been great! Friendly, kind staff and they made me feel comfortable from the start to finish. The service quality is truly exceptional! I'm very happy with my visits! Dental assistant Manny is very attentive and kind!
The only exception is I wish if they promise incentives to their patients for bringing new patients that they would follow through on their promise.
Latoya F. profile pictureLatoya F.
01:31 04 Sep 24
I am literally the biggest baby when it comes to having to go to the dentist. I am just always so nervous and scared of any and everything. The staff and doctors at Awesome Smiles totally put me at ease. I felt greeted and like a VIP from the moment I walked in the door. Dr Isabelle Morris was my Doctor and she was very patient very understanding and kept me at ease the entire time. This has been my most memorable experience at a dentist's office and I feel encouraged to follow my treatment plan. I would definitely recommend this office and will be bringing my entire family here. Another great thing is their hours of operation 8am to 8pm so so convenient. Highly Recommended.. Latoya
Howard B. profile pictureHoward B.
01:31 30 Aug 24
I can't say enough about the fabulous experience I had with Dr. Michelle Luis. A true professional in every sense, she is compassionate, empathetic, and possesses a gift that immediately puts you at ease. Her treatment approach is truly collaborative, and she never pressured me to proceed until I was ready to do so. Her skill is unmatched, attention to detail is unparalleled, and - as someone who loathes visiting the dentist - possesses such a gentle touch, that I was never reminded that I was sitting in a dentist's chair. A finer dental experience I have yet to experience. If anyone were to ask, I would certainly recommend they see Dr. Michelle Luis as quickly as they can.
michelle E. profile picturemichelle E.
01:23 19 Mar 22
This dentist office are the best. They work to get you approved for some loan programs. Like me I didn't have the money to fix my teeth.I was in bad shape for years until I went to their establishment. Very professional and high tech, speedy service, great team work. Most of all the save you out of pocket money.

Try them trust me you won't regret it Thanks staff for taking care of my smile and saving me thousands of dollars.
Austin S. profile pictureAustin S.
03:24 18 Feb 22
The team at Awesome Smiles provides a warm and inviting atmosphere, where as going to the dentist traditionally has a negative connotation. All of the staff members are friendly and easy to get a long with. In fact, they all remember my name without hesitation. They took good care of my brother and myself. They recommended me to do the Invisalign and I am really enjoying the progress thus far with my treatment and their care.
Mark K. profile pictureMark K.
16:45 31 Jan 22
I called originally for my partner to get a Root Canal done as an emergency visit. Awesome Smiles, was extremely accommodating to get him in next day. Other dental offices were wanting Full Payment on the day of procedure. Awesome Smiles was willing to work with us on a strict budget, we didn't have to pay for the initial visit. My partner got the Root Canal done, and then we went back a week later for the Crown to be put on. The energy of the whole office is very upbeat and everyone makes you feel as though your NOT going to a dull and boring dentist's office. We would definitely recommend to everyone. A+++++++.
joseph D. profile picturejoseph D.
16:31 31 Jan 22
This place is amazing. Great music and crew. They are full of great energy. I had an amazing time on my first visit. My biggest concern is was financing my dental treatments and they quelled all worries. I highly recommend this place for all your dental needs.
Bethany H. profile pictureBethany H.
00:26 18 Jan 22
I highly recommend Awesome Smiles. I have an infection in my wisdom tooth and my consultation was completely free. Got a cheap script for antibiotics until I get all 4 of my messed up wisdom teeth taken out next week and they offer non credit check payments that are reasonable. Dental work can be super expensive but what they quoted me without insurance, I feel like this is a God send and probably the best price I’ve ever seen for what I need. Everybody there from reception (Isabella) to radiology (Jasmine) to my dentist Dr.Sunny was amazing and caring. I was a bit anxious going in cause of poor treatment by medical professionals in the past, but the low cost for amazing service put me at ease immediately and I look forward to going back.

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