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NewSmile Review – Are They Legit for Invisible Teeth Aligners?

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Hannah Reyes

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Dr. Jordan Weber is a general dentist with a growing practice in Burlington, KS. His background is in food science, and he left a career in food manufacturing to attend the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Dentistry. Jordan and his wife are both avid marathon runners, and now have their hands especially full having just welcomed their first child, a daughter, in January of 2021.

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Straightening teeth is no longer nearly as expensive (nor embarrassing) as it used to be. Invisible braces have become a more comfortable and cost effective alternative to the bulky metal mouth that so many of us had to endure (remember headgear? I hope not.)

 

 

Although Invisalign and other invisible teeth aligners have been available for years, recent tele-dentistry innovations have allowed for patients to skip the long series of in-person orthodontist appointments typically required to fix their smile.

 

We’ve previously reviewed teeth aligners from top brands like Smile Direct Club and Candid, as well as Byte and AlignerCo, but what about lower-cost alternatives? In this article, we’ll review NewSmile, a hyper cost-effective teeth aligner brand based in Vancouver that’s on a mission to deliver more perfect smiles for a lot less than the competition.

Why We Recommend NewSmile

Discreet & Comfortable

No one will notice that you’re wearing a NewSmile aligner, but they may notice that you’re smiling more than before! 😁   Their teeth aligners are so discreet— invisible along your gum line— giving you the confidence you need to smile freely while wearing them.

 

Without having to visit the doctor, NewSmile can provide custom teeth aligners with simple instructions to quickly push your teeth into place. That means less sharp objects in your mouth which is a win in our book.

Reputable & Effective

Although the company is young compared to Smile Direct Club or Byte or Candid, NewSmile was actually founded by ex-Smilelove executives, industry veterans who wanted to start their own teeth aligner brand to better serve the market. Thus the company has a lot of expertise and boasts thousands of happy patients.

 

Your teeth will begin to transform from the very beginning, as the aligners gently shift your teeth towards your goal smile. Within just 4-6 months, you’ll have the smile you’ve always wanted, without the pain and hassle of braces. Already NewSmile has hundreds of positive reviews with an overall rating of 4.7/5 stars.

 

Affordable & Transparent Pricing

 

NewSmile clear teeth aligners are a quarter of the price of invisalign aligners you’d receive from your dentist, though they are virtually the same product. Yes, you read that correctly. And unlike other aligner brands who charge for an impression kit regardless if you’re eligible, NewSmile will refund 100% of your investment if you’re not deemed a fit.

 

And as if that wasn’t generous enough, NewSmile includes everything you need in their low-price — no nickle and diming for the impression kit or any additional add-ons.

 

In fact, every order of clear teeth aligners come with a free month of teeth whitening treatment, and two retainers — both for no additional cost. Because a whole new smile deserves to be pearly white for an entirely new, confident you, use code TOPFINDEAL to try their whitening foam!

 

NewSmile – use code TOPFINDEAL at checkout for $100 off.

 

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NewSmile Alternatives: How does it compare vs Smile Direct Club or AlignerCo?

 

There are many alternatives to NewSmile for invisible braces, though each has their own unique plan for providing virtually the same product. Likewise, every dental plan is different, so you may want to check with your insurance to see how much you can be reimbursed for before choosing.

 

Here’s how NewSmile compares to other popular aligner brands like Smile Direct Club and AlignerCo:

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Our Experience with NewSmile: How Does it Work?

Getting set up with our first pair of clear teeth aligners from NewSmile was dead simple. Here’s how it works:

 

Step 1: Start with a Short Online Quiz

Just take a quick Smile Assessment online, asking for some details about your current smile, a photo of your teeth, and the changes you’d like to see. Whether you want Minor Tweaks, Spacing, or Crowding issues addressed, after completion of the survey, you’ll be asked to enter payment details for NewSmile to send you an Impression Kit.

 

Step 2: Take an Impression of Your Teeth

When the NewSmile Impression Kit arrives in the mail, you’ll be able to create a mould impression of your teeth without leaving the couch. Then you’ll then send your Impression back to NewSmile so they can render your Treatment Preview.

 

NewSmile’s blog has a helpful tutorial on Taking Impressions of Your Teeth At Home in case you are more of a visual learner.

 

Step 3: Review Your Teeth in 3D!

From your Impression, NewSmile sends you a virtual Treatment Preview: a 3D animation of your current smile, and demo your unique 4-6 month-long, week-by-week smile transformation! 

 

If you’re not impressed by their version of your goal smile, you can work with an Impression Specialist over video call and make adjustments before your custom aligners are made.

 

Step 4: Say yes to a better smile!

Once you confirm, you’ll begin receiving your aligners in the mail every 2 weeks, along with free whitening treatments. You’ll have to follow the instructions provided with the aligners to see results, but it’s all pretty straightforward.

 

 

The Verdict: Are NewSmile’s Aligners Worth it?

There’s no doubt that clear teeth aligners are the way to go for most teeth straightening needs. They’re faster, more discreet, and less expensive than braces or invisalign. While minor discomfort may be unavoidable on occasion, for the most part, overall customers seem very happy in their reviews of NewSmile aligners. 

 

While the long list of teeth aligner options has been growing steadily in the US, Canada has fewer options, and NewSmile offers a lot of bang for your buck. We like their offering best because of all the freebies (whitening treatment, two retainers, and the impression kit) thrown in for a slightly lower price than Smile Direct Club. That said, their offerings are very similar, so if you’re swayed by a bigger brand name, Smile Direct Club can seem like a safer choice. AlignerCo is another low cost aligner option if you’re looking to save as much as possible.

 

Overall, NewSmile has arrived with a convenient solution to serve up basic orthodontic work that saves everyone (including the orthodontist) time and money. We recommend their solution — and teeth aligners more generally — for anyone with standard dental needs. It’s always a good idea to consult a dentist before making any large investments into your mouth, but that’s especially true if your teeth or bite are severely out of line.

 

NewSmile is a trust-worthy, effective, and affordable teeth aligner company. If you’re ready to give NewSmile a shot, don’t forge to apply the discount code TOPFINDEAL at check out to save!

 

 

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Traditional teeth-straightening orthodontic work can cost anywhere from $2,500- $8,000, mostly due to the overhead expenses of full-time employees, office space, and costly medical equipment.

 

We always recommend discussing all options with a professional (i.e. your dentist or orthodontist) first, especially if your teeth or bite are more complicated to fix. But you no longer need monthly visits to tweak and tighten metal braces, saving you precious time and money.

 

Modern teeth straighteners — i.e. custom-fit teeth aligners designed to push your teeth into place and mailed straight to your door — not only free you from weekly waiting rooms and examination chairs under bright lights, they also spare you the high-costs of in-person care. In fact, several aligner brands promise to straighten your teeth for less than $2k all-in. We published a full comparison of the least expensive teeth aligner options to give you a sense of how each stacks up purely from a cost perspective.  NewSmile is among the most affordable options on the market — check the current pricing below:

 

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Many modern teeth aligner brands often help you save by accepting most health insurance dental plans so that you can get reimbursed for invisible braces. Fortunately, NewSmile is one of those helpful brands that can work with your HSA or FSA to help subsidize or cover the cost. Traditionally, all cosmetic orthodonture had to be covered out of pocket, but NewSmile is able to work with your insurance (in most cases).

When it comes to your smile, clearly it’s not just about affordability. Quality (i.e. how your smile will actually turn out) and timing (how long it takes and how often you have to wear them) are also super important. So while we’ve established that NewSmile is an extremely affordable option, let’s see how it compares in terms of customer satisfaction.

 

Braces typically require 18 months of continuous wear to achieve your goal smile, which is a lot of orthodontist visits. The time in your car, in the waiting room, and in the chair, plus your payment, requires a lot of time and energy that could be spent more efficiently.

 

One of the best parts of NewSmile teeth aligners compared to traditional braces is that patients need not wear their aligners all the time. Though most will want to wear their teeth aligners daily (up to 22 hours a day), many opt to wear their aligners for <10 hours each night (while they sleep). Obviously this is the most discreet way to straighten your teeth, but it will extend the duration to completion considerably.

 

All said in done, the average customer journey with NewSmile aligners only lasts 4-6 months. That’s A LOT shorter than traditional braces or even Invisalign! And should you want to discuss your smile after this period, NewSmile makes it easy to schedule virtual consultations with their dentists.

 

While some patients report minor discomfort with teeth aligners in general, clear aligners from NewSmile generally cause a lot less pain than braces or Invisalign. Clear teeth aligners fit over your entire teeth, and gradually nudge your teeth into a new position. This nudging can impact your bite and jaw, and cause minor discomfort.

 

The most likely time to experience discomfort is the first few hours and days of wearing each new aligner, although typically patients’ mouths adjust to the transformation quickly, as each aligner gently shifts your teeth further towards your goal smile.

 

If you do experience any pain, you can always consult NewSmile to see if adjustments are necessary. A more passive approach is to just keep thinking of your perfect smile, and remember that it’s all worth it in the end to improve your bite, balance your jaw, and brighten your smile.

 

NewSmile offers a generous money back guarantee. If you pay for an impression kit but are deemed unfit for treatment, NewSmile will refund your money 100%. That greatly reduces the risk, especially for anyone worried their case may be too comlex for teeth aligners.

 

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About the Author

Hannah Reyes

I'm a lover of landscapes, adventure, and genuine people. My husband and I recently moved from LA to the foothills of the Sierra Nevada to pursue our dream of mountain-life! I'm a Content Creator with a background in graphic design & marketing.

Learn more
Hannah Reyes

Hannah Reyes

I'm a lover of landscapes, adventure, and genuine people. My husband and I recently moved from LA to the foothills of the Sierra Nevada to pursue our dream of mountain-life! I'm a Content Creator with a background in graphic design & marketing.

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