Candid

• 6-Month Average Treatment
• New Smile in 3 Steps
• Advanced Teledentistry
• Pricing & Insurance Options
• New Dental Monitoring Tech
• Candid Studio Locations Available
• Positive Candid Reviews

6-Month Average Treatment

Customers can expect their treatment with invisible aligners to take an average of 6 months. However, the treatment time will greatly depend on the severity of your misaligned teeth. Typically, an orthodontist will recommend invisible braces treatment to fix mild to moderate cases, where there isn't much need for extensive orthodontic work or metal braces seem unnecessary.

Candid expects most customers to be treated within six months. This is especially true for adults that once received braces treatment, but since have had minor teeth shifting over the years. Candid does not guarantee a 6-month treatment for all cases but mentions on its website that the treatment plan could take up to 11 months. Length of time will always vary by individuals orthodontic cases.

New Smile in 3 Steps

1. Show your teeth - Take impressions of your teeth at home with a starter kit, or visit one of the Candid Studios.
2. Get your clear aligners - They’ll come with everything you need for treatment.
3. Check in from anywhere - Your orthodontist will track your progress with scans you take from your phone.

There are those who like visiting the dentist and those who don't. Candid braces appeal to both types of people by offering two options to straighten teeth. Customers can visit a local Candid Studio office or order an at-home teeth straightening starter kit to take impressions of their teeth themselves. 

If you choose to use the at-home starter kit, you'll take a mold of your teeth through the modeling kit and mail it back to Candid where a licensed orthodontist will review your case. If you are approved for invisible braces, Candid will send you an interactive 3D model of your teeth straightening treatment plan. 

If you choose the at-home plan, Candid will send the complete set of clear aligners straight to your door along with a premium whitening kit to give you brighter teeth and a set of retainers. If you choose to go to a Candid Studio, you can either book an appointment online or just walk in to begin the process.

You'll receive a free scan of your teeth and be shown an interactive 3D digital model of your teeth. Again, if your feedback indicates that you are approved, a treatment plan will be customized through your assigned orthodontist immediately. Candid will then deliver the premium teeth whitening kit and a set of clear retainers right to your door.

You may need to visit your dentist before ordering from Candid to ensure your teeth and gums are healthy enough to use clear plastic aligners.

Advanced Teledentistry

Because of Candid's advanced technology, every treatment program is closely supervised by a board-certified orthodontist. Meaning you'll never have to visit the dentist's office again to inquire about solutions for straighter teeth, (unless you want to). This helps people who typically fear those dentist visits to receive the proper help they need from licensed orthodontists professionals. 

Candid's clear aligners are made with a thermoplastic called Zendura®; which is said to be stronger, more comfortable, and more transparent than clear aligners made from polyethylene terephthalate. Candid's aligners are also entirely free of BPAs, phthalates, and parabens. 

To ensure its aligners are of the best quality and that customers have a positive experience, Candid's aligners are custom-crafted by experienced orthodontists and 3D-printed here in the U.S to ensure accuracy and proper fit of their finished products.

Pricing & Insurance Options

How much does Candid cost? Pricing options may vary by treatment, but the average cost of Candid aligners is $2,400. Candid seeks to make their braces affordable through flexible payment plan options and by working with your insurance provider. Customers who cannot afford to make an upfront payment can apply for financing through Candid's financing partner, Affirm. Eligible customers can qualify for installments payments as low as $99 per month for 24 months with 0 percent APR and 0 percent down.

Candid also offers its own payment option. Customers can apply for the new Candid payment plan that provides customization based on individual needs. This plan has a high acceptance rate with more than 99 percent of applicants being accepted. Plans start with an initial payment of $299 down and monthly payments as low as $79 over 36 months. 

The cost of Candid treatment can be greatly reduced through insurance providers. Candid accepts HSAs or FSAs and is in-network with multiple insurance carriers including Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, and Empire Blue Cross. By funding your invisible braces through the use of your insurance and the Candid financing options, you could end up paying just a few hundred dollars for your invisible braces through Candid. 

If you have the cash available to pay for your Candid kit in full, you can save money with the Buy It Now offer and get $300 off the normal cost of the Candid Aligner kit. You will get your full aligner kit in one box that includes a free starter kit, whitening foam, and your custom invisible aligners.  

New CandidMonitoring Tech

Worth $350, Candid's new dental monitoring technology is included with every aligner treatment. As part of the new offering, when you receive your aligners, they will also come with the equipment you need to take a 3D scan of your teeth through Candid's smartphone app. An orthodontist will use these scans to take a look at your teeth to ensure your treatment is on track.

The orthodontist that creates your treatment plan will also be the one checking the progress of your scans through your invisible braces process, so you don't have to worry about speaking to multiple orthodontists throughout your journey. Your orthodontist will check in with you every 10-14 days to check the status of your teeth, give you instructions on the next steps, and tell you when to change Candid aligner.

This dental monitoring gives customers peace of mind that their invisible braces process is working as it should and the end product they are hoping for is still on track. It also makes sure customers are not alone in their journey and that they always have support as if they were regularly seeing an orthodontist in person. 

Candid Studio Locations Available

Unlike most other invisible braces companies, Candid has studio locations you can visit to book a free consultation and teeth scan. There are more than 23 studio locations around the United States with more opening every day. All studios operate in accordance with ADA, CDC, and OSHA guidelines to protect customers and team members. Here is a list of Candid's current physical locations:

Positive Candid Reviews

More than 85 percent of Candid reviews are 5 stars with customers highlighting a quick and easy treatment process, great customer service, and fast results.  

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• No Money-Back Guarantee
• Does Not Treat Severe Cases

No Money-Back Guarantee

Candid doesn't offer any money-back guarantees options, however the company does guarantee customer satisfaction in a different way. If you feel that the aligners aren't working to give you straight teeth, or you are not getting the positive results that you hoped for, Candid will work with you to develop a new treatment plan, without additional charge — as long as a Candid affiliated orthodontist feels that a new treatment plan is advisable. Also, in the case that you are not eligible for Candid's teeth aligner services, you will receive a full refund. 

Does Not Treat Severe Cases

Customers should be aware that Candid does not treat severe teeth misalignment issues, spacing issues and bite correction. If your treatment plan exceeds 16 sets of aligners, you are beyond Candid's scope and the company might recommend you straighten your teeth another way (such as traditional metal braces). However, if you have minor to moderate issues such as crooked teeth, protruding teeth, alignment or spacing issues, or discoloration, Candid can most likely help.