Clear aligner brands in India and their reviews!

Clear aligner brands in India and their reviews!

The clear aligner or invisible aligner treatment has been accepted widely owing to its relevance to people’s current lifestyles. Where metal braces could effectively treat misalignment but have unpleasant wires and brackets involved, clear aligner treatment came in as much more adaptable and better-accepted treatment as they are transparent, painless, removable, and effective too! In recent years there has been a sharp shoot in the number of brands of clear aligners in India. Earlier, clear aligner treatment was thought to be a treatment that only celebrities or only upper class could afford, now with rising competition in the dental aligner market, the prices have come within affordable limits. EMI options, discounts, offers, and other such payment facilities have made smile correction or clear aligner treatment a thing for one and all!

However, with rising competition and the advent of new companies, it has become difficult for the customer to choose the best among the rest. Every brand of clear aligner promises quick and effective results, beautiful smiles, and affordable prices but which brand genuinely treats the customer the right way and promises handholding throughout the treatment can only be found out through reviews, ratings, and testimonials published online.

We are in the digital age and reviews act as a parameter for millennials to make the correct choice for any brand. Therefore, if a brand has positive reviews, good ratings, and happy customer testimonials they ought to choose that brand over any other.

Here is a list of a few popular brands of clear aligners available in India:

• 32 Watts clear aligners
• Snazzy
• Glamyo Dental
• Clear Correct
• Illusion
• Toothsi
• Flash

 

Now, if you are confused as to how these clear aligner brands are different from each other then the answer would be their ‘modus-operandi’. Yes! Clear aligner brands operate on two basic business models: the ‘Direct-to-customer’ and ‘Doctor-directed’ models.  Brands such as Toothsi, Snazzy, Glamyo etc. are ‘direct-to-customer’ brands wherein through technicians or DIY impression kits, the dental impression/intra oral scan of the patient is taken and the customized aligner sets are delivered at home. The treatment involves very few ‘in-clinic’ appointments as the patient can resolve all queries regarding the treatment through phone calls and video consultations. This is best suited for working professionals as the treatment is executed in the comforts of their homes. On the other hand brands like 32 Watts, Flash Orthodontist, and even international brands like Invisalign, operate on a ‘doctor-directed’ treatment model wherein from the first step of the 3D intra-oral scan to making the treatment plan and finally checking on the outcome, everything is carefully handled by a trained clear aligner doctor. In ‘doctor-directed’ treatment the assigned doctor supervises the treatment journey at every step. He keeps a check on the patient’s treatment progress and keeps reviewing the treatment plan for any changes needed during the course of the treatment.

As we discussed the difference between various brands of clear aligners, now let’s discuss reviews about some famous brands of clear aligners.

1. Toothsi

Positive Feedback: Easy to wear, comfortable and effective. People praise their presence on social media and feel motivated to try them. Their ads have been informative enough to encourage the patients to try them. The customer-care too is being applauded for readily booking the appointment for ‘at-home’ scans just after one call.

 Negative Feedback: A lot of popular websites including Quora and Google search, the brand had been criticized for its poor customer care & service after the treatment begins. The staff is being criticized for improper coordination, not-answering customer queries, delayed deliveries and denying customers refunds. Some people have also complained about the disparity in the expected results.

 

2. 32 Watts Clear Aligners

Positive Feedback: The Company has been praised to provide experienced doctors with clear aligner treatment. The staff is appreciated for being helpful and responsive in attending to the patient thorough out the treatment journey. The quality of aligners is being applauded for their quality, durability, comfort, and transparency. 32 Watts clear aligners are being adopted for their affordable prices and easy payment plans.

Negative Feedback: The Company is being criticized of having less presence in semi-urban cities.

3. Snazzy clear aligners

Positive Feedback: These clear aligners are being appreciated for being effective and affordable.

Negative Feedback: Apart from their digital presence there is no legit certifications or government approvals listed on the website to prove their authenticity.

 

4. Flash Orthodontics

Positive Feedback: The Company is gaining laurels for providing both clear aligner treatment, as well as hybrid treatment. Their experience in the dental field, Flash Certified doctors, in-clinic services and nation-wide presence has been highly praised in online reviews.

Negative Feedback: Not much of digital presence.

These are few of the best clear aligner brands available in India. We advise every patient to run a background check on crucial points such as government(CDSCO) approvals, ISO 13485 certification, customer reviews, ratings and pricing transparency before opting any brand of clear aligners listed above.