When you glance at your reflection, many of us wish for a more aligned smile. It’s not about vanity — it’s about feeling confident and making a strong first impression.
So what are your realistic options? Traditional braces typically run around $5,000 and mean frequent orthodontist appointments. And who wants a mouthful of metal as an adult? Ugh.
Before you spend forever regretting not wearing your retainer in high school, know there are less expensive ways to straighten teeth — such as Candid.
Candid provides clear aligners that cost about $2,600 less than typical braces. Plans can begin at $99 per month with a $399 down payment. For many people the entire process takes roughly six months, and there’s no metal involved.
The Low-Cost Route to a Straighter Smile
If you wore braces as a child, you remember the appointments, adjustments, rubber bands, dietary limits, and the constant presence of metal on your teeth — and your parents remember the thousands they paid. Not enjoyable.
Candid allows you to achieve a straighter smile without any of that hassle. They capture a 3D scan and photographs of your teeth to fabricate clear aligners that move your teeth into place. The aligners fit over your teeth snugly, and most people won’t even notice you’re wearing them.
During treatment, you switch to a new set of aligners roughly every two weeks. Over time, this guides your teeth into their intended positions.
Don’t worry — this isn’t done randomly. A licensed orthodontist designs and supervises your tailored treatment plan, and for some users Candid’s process can take as little as six months. You don’t need to visit the office repeatedly; you and your orthodontist will monitor progress using digital scans taken with your phone.
Best part? The full cost is $2,400, payable up front or in monthly payments as low as $99 for 24 months. That’s far cheaper than the average $5,000 braces bill. It’s also typically less costly than alternatives like Invisalign.
Begin Your Journey to a Better Smile in Five Minutes
Curious if Candid is a fit? Start with their five-minute online questionnaire. Candid is intended to address moderate alignment issues; if your situation is more complex, it will advise you to see a local orthodontist instead.
If Candid is suitable, you’ll book a complimentary studio appointment for a 3D scan of your teeth. It’s painless and takes about 30 minutes.
Candid operates studios in Atlanta, Austin, Boca Raton, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Houston, Los Angeles, Miami, New York, Philadelphia, San Diego, San Francisco, San Jose, Santa Monica, Seattle, West Hollywood and Washington, D.C.
If a studio isn’t close by, you can order a $95 starter kit to make impressions at home.
Interested in achieving a straighter smile for thousands less? Take Candid’s questionnaire to begin.
James Harrow ( [email protected] ) is a senior writer at Savinly. His smile could use a little improvement.
