Most of the complaints involve customer service issues — such as broken aligners, delivery issues and payment problems — but dozens describe concerns about treatment results: complaints like broken teeth and nerve damage.18 בפבר׳ 2020
Does Smile direct loosen your teeth?
Your teeth feel loose. Don't freak out. This is totally normal when wearing clear aligners. Some people say teeth feel loose and mobile. That's very, very normal, because we are moving them.9 באוג׳ 2018
Can SmileDirectClub make your teeth worse?
'It is definitely dangerous' — orthodontist Kim-Berman said that following the treatment plan from SmileDirectClub would make the tester's underbite worse and push the lower teeth out so far, it could result in teeth falling out.28 במרץ 2020
Is SmileDirectClub actually good?
Yes, according to the hundreds of positive reviews from verified customers online, SmileDirectClub does work. The company says that the team of dental experts that review your pictures and approve your treatment plan are all state-certified dentists or orthodontists.2 בינו׳ 2022
Why is smile Direct bad?
The Many Downsides & Risks of Smile Direct Club At-home aligners can cause more headaches and oral health problems than they're worth, which is why it's always more cost-effective and safer to visit a trained professional for orthodontic treatment instead.14 באפר׳ 2020
Can Smile direct widen your smile?
If the maxillary arch is wide enough that it does not need to be expanded, or if palate-expanding surgery is complete, Invisalign can be used to shift the teeth into the correct position and widen the smile. Once the teeth have been shifted into a wider position, the smile will appear wider.29 בדצמ׳ 2020
Can SmileDirectClub ruin teeth?
Myth: SmileDirectClub damages teeth and causes them to fall out. False. Our aligners will NOT damage healthy teeth. You should always maintain your regular cleanings with your local dentist to keep your teeth healthy and prevent any issues.26 באוג׳ 2021
Do smiledirect retainers move teeth?
How are retainers different from aligners? SmileDirectClub retainers are made of thicker . 76mm thermoplastic polyurethane and built to keep your teeth from moving back to their original position. They last up to 6 months.30 באפר׳ 2019
Does Smile direct make your teeth loose?
Your teeth feel loose. This is totally normal when wearing clear aligners. Some people say teeth feel loose and mobile. That's very, very normal, because we are moving them. It's a different feeling for customers who have never been through an orthodontic treatment.9 באוג׳ 2018
Can aligners make teeth worse?
With mail order aligners, teeth may move slower or faster than anticipated. You may develop gum disease or cavities during your treatment, with no orthodontist or dentist being able to treat you because they can't see your teeth.
Do dentists support SmileDirectClub?
Jeffrey Sulitzer, Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD), leads SmileDirectClub's licensed dentists and orthodontists. Before joining SmileDirectClub, he ran his own dental practice for more than 30 years.