Smile Club One Blog

Aligner knowledge.
Clinical insights.

Studies, practical tips and straight answers about aligner treatment โ€” written and clinically reviewed by the Smile Club One team.

Clear aligner cost
January 2023

Clear aligner cost

What do clear aligners cost and how do they differ from each other? An overview of clear aligner pricing.

Aligners: how clear orthodontic trays work
January 2023

Aligners: how clear orthodontic trays work

Aligners are clear, paper-thin, removable plastic trays that correct misaligned teeth โ€” here is how they work.

January 2023

Cleaning aligners: tips for Invisalign and other clear trays

Invisalign: the daily cleaning routine. Clean your Invisalign aligners before every insertion with a soft toothbrush and a...

January 2023

How does Invisalign move teeth?

Invisalign uses a series of clear, removable aligners to gradually straighten the teeth.

Invisalign duration: per tray, production time and treatment
January 2023

Invisalign duration: per tray, production time and treatment

How long does Invisalign take, and how can you shorten it? A guide to duration per tray, total treatment time, and production time.

Invisalign Refinement: everything about the follow-up treatment
January 2023

Invisalign Refinement: everything about the follow-up treatment

Invisalign Refinement is the term for an additional round of treatment with Invisalign aligners after the initial set.

Invisalign treatment process: the clear orthodontic aligner
January 2023

Invisalign treatment process: the clear orthodontic aligner

The Invisalign treatment process: tooth correction with the clear orthodontic aligner. Here is exactly how the treatment unfolds.

12 things you should know about Invisalign
January 2023

12 things you should know about Invisalign

The Invisalign clear aligner: 12 things you should know before starting treatment.

Clear aligners vs. Invisalign: which tray is better?
January 2023

Clear aligners vs. Invisalign: which tray is better?

Clear aligners vs. Invisalign: which tray is right for you? Everything about the differences between the clear orthodontic trays.

Drinking with Invisalign: what can you drink with the trays in?
January 2023

Drinking with Invisalign: what can you drink with the trays in?

Which drinks are safe with Invisalign? What about using a straw? Everything you need to know about drinking with your Invisalign trays.

Invisalign attachments: what you should know about them
January 2023

Invisalign attachments: what you should know about them

Invisalign attachments: everything you should know about the small composite anchors that make clear aligners work.

Invisalign: bad experiences
January 2023

Invisalign: bad experiences

Treatment with Invisalign aligners is the clear alternative to traditional metal braces. Every one to two weeks the custom-fit trays areโ€ฆ

Invisalign treatment โ€” stained teeth and a discolored tray
January 2023

Invisalign treatment โ€” stained teeth and a discolored tray

Invisalign trays can stain quickly with the wrong foods and drinks. Here is everything you need to know about discoloration.

Invisalign pain: what to do
January 2023

Invisalign pain: what to do

All the key tips you need to know to ease the pressure during your Invisalign treatment.

Invisalign: problems with the clear aligners
January 2023

Invisalign: problems with the clear aligners

Problems with Invisalign. Everyone is talking about Invisalign. A series of clear aligners moves the teeth into position quickly and gently.

Invisalign retainer: pros and cons of the different options
January 2023

Invisalign retainer: pros and cons of the different options

Invisalign can treat mild to severe misalignments. To keep the teeth in their new position long-term, retention is essential.

10 tips for Invisalign wearers
January 2023

10 tips for Invisalign wearers

10 practical tips for your Invisalign treatment. Here is how to make wearing clear aligners much more comfortable.

10 habits that damage your teeth
January 2023

10 habits that damage your teeth

10 everyday habits that can harm your teeth โ€” and practical tips for breaking them and keeping your smile healthy.