Online Orthodontic Treatment
Fairwood and Mercer Island Orthodontics You may have recently noticed that online direct-to-consumer companies have been making orthodontic treatment sound quick, easy, and affordable . While it may sound like a good idea to save money and purchase your clear aligners directly online. The reality is…you aren’t getting the treatment for less. You are simply purchasing a product and opting out of the many important aspects that make orthodontics work. Before you decide to proceed with a direct-to-consumer company for your orthodontic care, Dr. Lauren, Dr. Kortne, Dr. Jack , and their team , as well as the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) believe there are a number of factors you should consider. Consider this question: What other transforming medical treatment would you undergo without an in-person, pre-treatment evaluation or ongoing in-person supervision from a medical professional? Orthodontic treatment is a major medical procedure. This is precisely why orthodont