Motto Clear Aligners

Motto Clear Aligners is a clear aligner solution developed by Aspen Dental Management Inc. and offered exclusively at Aspen Dental's extensive network of locations across 43 states. Launched in 2020, Motto aims to provide a modern, affordable, and convenient alternative to traditional metal braces for individuals seeking to correct mild to moderate teeth-straightening issues. A key differentiator of Motto is its "hybrid approach," combining the convenience of clear aligners with essential in-person Dental Care. Unlike some at-home aligner services that may lack professional oversight, Motto emphasizes a doctor-led experience from start to finish. Patients begin their journey with a comprehensive initial consultation at an Aspen Dental office, which includes a thorough dental exam, digital scans of their teeth, X-rays to assess bone structure, and facial profile photos. This detailed assessment allows a dental professional to create a precise 3D model of the patient's current dental structure and develop a customized treatment plan. Motto aligners are custom-crafted using advanced CAD/CAM technology, ensuring a comfortable and effective fit. The aligners are made from a dual-shell material with a flexible inner layer and two strong outer layers, designed to adapt to teeth while maintaining steady, comfortable pressure for predictable tooth movement. The manufacturing process typically takes less than two weeks, allowing patients to receive their first set of aligners relatively quickly. Throughout the treatment, patients are required to wear their aligners for approximately 22 hours per day, removing them only for eating, drinking anything other than water, and oral hygiene. Regular in-person check-up appointments (typically every 6-8 weeks) with the Motto care team at Aspen Dental are crucial for monitoring progress, making any necessary adjustments to the treatment plan, and receiving new sets of aligners. While Motto also offers the MottoMonitoring™ app for virtual check-ins, these complement, rather than replace, the essential in-office visits. Motto Clear Aligners are designed to treat a range of issues including crowded teeth, spacing issues, overbites, underbites, crossbites, and Crooked Teeth. Many patients achieve their desired results in as little as 6 months, though the exact duration varies based on the complexity of the case and patient adherence to the treatment plan. The cost for mild to moderate cases is a flat rate of $2,999, which generally includes the customized aligners, office visits, a professional-grade teeth-whitening kit, and a custom retainer to maintain the new smile after treatment completion. Financing options, insurance plans, and FSA/HSA dollars can be used to make the treatment more accessible.