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Having a great smile isn’t just about those pearly whites. Your teeth also have to be perfectly aligned.
If you want to straighten your teeth but don’t like wearing metal braces, you can try at-home aligners such as Byte®.
Byte is one of the most trusted teledentistry companies. But can Byte aligners give you straighter teeth?
Byte aligners are clear plastic trays that you can put on your teeth and remove any time. Wearing them for prolonged periods is supposed to help straighten teeth.
By taking the treatment process to your home, it eliminates the need for doctor visits. It’s a convenient alternative to traditional braces and in-office treatments like Invisalign.
Here are the advantages of Byte aligners:
Once you begin treatment, you’ll be switching trays every few weeks to slowly align your teeth. You can wear retainers as soon as you finish to keep your teeth straight.
If you have crooked teeth, Byte may be a good option for teeth straightening.
Byte aligners work on most mild to moderate teeth misalignment. These include crowding (overlapping teeth) and spacing issues with visible gaps between teeth.
Children aged 12 can start using Byte aligners if they have a full set of adult teeth.1 Users between 12 and 18 years need their parent’s consent.
When you purchase Byte aligners, you get:
Byte’s dental professionals will oversee your progress. They will help make sure you are safe, and that treatment is going as planned.
If your teeth shift out of alignment after treatment, Byte’s lifetime guarantee means they can provide additional aligners at no extra cost.
Byte’s daytime aligners are designed to be worn during the day or when you’re most active. You can wear them up to 22 hours a day. Treatments may last 3 to 6 months.
Nighttime aligners should be worn at night or when you’re sleeping. You can keep them on for 10 or more hours each day. Treatments usually take 5 to 6 months.
HyperByte is what sets Byte apart from most of its competitors. It helps cut the treatment time in half — or so the company claims.
The device uses high-frequency vibrations (HFV) to accelerate tooth movement. Byte suggests using it at least 5 minutes a day (for daytime aligners) or 10 minutes a day (for night aligners).
To use HyperByte, switch it on and place it inside your mouth while wearing your Byte aligners.
BrightByte is an all-in-one foam solution. It can help whiten your teeth, freshen your breath, and clean your aligners. To use it:
First, you have to get the Byte Impression Kit for $95 or less, depending on their specials. Once you are qualified for treatment, you can buy Byte’s clear aligners for these prices:
But if you opt for Byte’s monthly payment plan (called BytePay), the total cost of Byte’s All-Day Aligners and Byte’s All-Night Aligners will be $2,860 and $3,467 respectively.
Byte offers more dental care products, including::
You can get BrightByte and HyperByte with your treatment plan. But the impression kit and protection plan are not included.
You have to purchase these products separately on the Byte website.
There are currently no studies proving that Byte can straighten teeth. However, there’s evidence that aligner treatment works on mild to moderate teeth alignment issues.2
In a survey published by the American Dental Association (ADA), up to 87.5 percent of people who use invisible aligners were satisfied with the results.3
While these studies involve other brands, they suggest that Byte may be just as effective at giving you straight teeth.
Byte treatments last an average of 3 to 6 months. However, it may take longer. The actual treatment time depends on your condition and compliance.
Byte says you should wear their clear aligners as follows:
Compared to standard braces and the Invisalign treatment which take 18 to 24 months, Byte moves teeth faster. And it may be because of HyperByte.
Research on high-frequency acceleration or HFA devices (the same technology used in HyperByte) shows promising results. It is associated with more efficient aligner treatments.
When used with aligners, it can speed up tooth movement in class I malocclusions.4 This includes people with a normal bite, but whose upper teeth slightly overlap the bottom teeth.
People who used HFA also needed fewer adjustments on their aligners and treatment plan.4
Yes. Byte aligners are generally safe to use. The company takes several precautions to keep you safe throughout treatment, including:
Still, we recommend seeing a dental professional before you start treatment.
Byte’s dentists and orthodontists may not be able to check for gum disease, cavities, jaw problems, and other conditions that will prevent you from safely wearing aligners.
Here’s what we liked (and didn’t like) about Byte aligners. We’ll also compare them with some of the best clear aligners and invisible braces.
| Things I Like | Things I Don’t Like |
| Offers flexible payment options: You can either pay upfront or monthly | Doesn’t ask questions about your dental history |
| Comprehensive dental program that provides teeth straightening and teeth whitening | Relies solely on impressions to see if you can be treated with Byte aligners |
| Byte’s aligner system has everything you need for the treatment — from clear aligners to retainers | There are no shops you can visit for in-person scans |
| Accepts payment via health savings account (HSA), flexible spending account (FSA), CareCredit, and Splitit | Only treats minor to moderate cases of misaligned teeth |
| Byte for Life Guarantee provides additional aligners at no extra cost | Fast treatment poses risks |
| Byte Protection Plan provides 5 years supply of retainers plus replacements in case of lost or stolen aligners | No in-depth monitoring |
Invisalign is expensive and may cost you $3,000 to $8,000. It also has a longer treatment time of 12 to 18 months. That said, it’s safer and more effective.
Here’s why Invisalign treatment is better than Byte:
Byte is merely an at-home solution that gives you the convenience of doing everything at home.
Both offer clear aligners for daytime and nighttime use. But ALIGNERCO is more affordable and only costs $1,345 upfront. It also has a more reasonable treatment period of 6 to 18 months.
Byte’s faster treatment time doesn’t mean their aligners are better or more effective. Shorter treatments may result in incomplete and unstable corrections.6
Smile Direct Club (SDC) shares a lot of similarities with Byte. For instance, they have short treatments of 3 to 6 months. The two brands also have flexible payment options.
Their daytime aligners are about the same price. However, Byte’s nighttime aligners cost $295 more than Smile Direct’s night aligners when paid upfront.
You can order both online. SDC gives you the option to drop by one of their studios and dental partners. There, you can get a free consultation and a 3D scan of your teeth.
New Smile has plenty in common with Byte. Both have monthly payment options. They also have short treatment times of 3 to 6 months.
However, New Smile aligners are more affordable and cost $1,295.
Candid used to be the most expensive clear aligner treatment.
Both companies are known for their excellent customer service. Although Candid provides smoother onboarding for beginners.
Candid also has safer treatment options. Unlike Byte, they don’t have night aligners and treatments last for at least 6 to 12 months.
Byte offers a more comprehensive dental care solution than most aligner companies.
When you purchase their aligner system, you are not just getting custom aligners. You get everything you need to last the entire treatment, plus a lifetime guarantee.
In addition to your clear aligners, your kit will include:
Keep in mind that moving teeth too quickly may not be safe or effective. We only recommend Byte aligners if you have mild to moderate misaligned teeth
If you have bite problems and more severe misalignment, you may want to consider orthodontic treatment and in-office solutions like Invisalign.
