Strayt Clear Aligners Review: Are They A Legit Service?

Teeth-straightening treatment is more convenient than ever. With the advent of teledentistry, many adults are turning away from traditional in-office treatments like braces and Invisalign treatment in favor of companies that deliver clear aligners to their homes.

Strayt joined the “at-home” aligner revolution in 2019, offering affordable remote treatment. Consider this guide your formal introduction, an overview of everything Strayt has to offer, so you can decide if they’re a good fit for you and your smile.

Pros and Cons of Strayt Treatment

When you dive into clear aligner treatment, no matter which company you choose, you’ll need to take the upsides with the downsides. So it’s a good idea to get familiar with them before you begin.

Strayt Overview

Strayt is an online clear aligner company from Arizona that hit the market in 2019, and they’ve already turned plenty of heads with their inventive ways to reach customers — like their mobile scan team that brings free teeth scans directly to you.

They use those dental images to custom-craft aligners that will gently and incrementally shift your teeth into new positions, making mild cosmetic corrections. And like their at-home aligner peers, they’re vastly more convenient, affordable, and efficient than in-office treatments. Most Strayt customers see their final results in around 4–8 months, although the specific time frame depends on your condition.

What Sets Strayt Apart?

Strayt’s mobile scan option is something that no other company currently offers. They have teams that will drive to meet you and perform intraoral scans to kick off your treatment, for free. If you’re worried about how this mobile service may impact the environment, fear not — Strayt’s fleet of cars is 100% electric.

Orthodontists oversee and approve all of Strayt’s treatments, so you’ll have the most specialized experts on your case. And if you find a cheaper alternative, Strayt has a price match guarantee, as long as that alternative uses digital scans instead of mail-in impression kits.

The company also lets you try their aligners before committing to treatment. For $148, you can purchase a custom set of whitening trays from Strayt. These aligners won’t move your teeth, but they will help you see how aligners feel and decide if you’d be comfortable wearing them long-term. You can brighten your smile while you weigh all the pros and cons.

Not to mention their StraytVIBES device, which uses gentle vibrations and blue light to reduce discomfort and, the company claims, promote faster dental shifts for some customers. They include this device free with your treatment — much like Byte does with their HyperByte device.

Who is a Good Candidate for Strayt?

Strayt can tackle cases of mild-to-moderate dental misalignment, including crowding and spacing. Even though their mobile scanning fleet is located primarily in the southwest, they’ll deliver impression kits anywhere in the contiguous U.S. for customers who are out of range. Plus, they partner with third-party dental offices around the country that can administer teeth scans. So regardless of where you’re located, if your condition is mild or moderate, Strayt should be able to treat you!

Getting Started With Strayt

First, click “Get Strayt” on their homepage and enter your zip code to see if there’s a mobile scanning unit or third-party office near you. If so, you can schedule an appointment. If not, you’ll need to order and complete an impression kit instead.

Once you’ve received your scan or sent off your completed impressions, Strayt’s team will use them to determine your candidacy and design your aligner plan. Then, they’ll send you an interactive preview of your treatment plan, so you can get a better sense of how your teeth will move.

If you want to move forward, pay the full price or enroll in a financing plan and Strayt will begin manufacturing your aligners. They offer two different aligners treatments — all-day aligners that require 22+ hours of wear per day, or nighttime-only aligners that require at least ten. All-day aligners take 4–8 months on average, while nighttime-only aligner treatment lasts 8–12.

During treatment, you’ll need to send Strayt regular photos of your progress. Usually, patients will upload progress photos every 45 days, but it depends on your misalignment, dentist, and treatment duration.

Paying For Strayt Treatment

Strayt manages to keep their treatment prices lower than average, while still providing guarantees on your smile and perks to enjoy along the way.

Treatment Cost

Strayt treatment costs $1,848, but you can often catch it on sale for as little as $1,400. And while most companies charge more for nighttime aligners, Strayt’s nighttime plan is the same price as its daytime one.

If you book a teeth scan, you’ll need to pay a $98 deposit, but they’ll release it after your appointment. Impression kits, however, cost $48.

Payment Plans

Strayt offers two different financing options. With a $248 down payment, you’ll pay $87 per month for 24 months — bringing your total to $2,336. Or you can put $199 down and pay $154 per month for twelve months, bringing your total to $2,047. Neither plan requires pre-approval, so everyone qualifies.

It’s cheaper, in the long run, to pay for treatment outright, but we know that’s not always possible. If you choose the payment plan route, you’ll save money by choosing the twelve-month plan instead of the two-year option.

Refinements

If your final results don’t match Strayt’s original 3D preview, and you wore your aligners as instructed, you’ll have the chance to take new impressions and receive refinements (additional aligners) free of charge. Teeth don’t always move at the speed we’d like, so a refinement policy like this can help you avoid unpredictable costs.

Insurance

Insurance companies often consider at-home clear aligners a cosmetic treatment, so some won’t cover them. But it all depends on your specific plan. Strayt’s team can help you with all the forms you may need to file an insurance claim. Though your insurance isn’t able to pay Strayt directly, they can help you try and get a partial reimbursement.

HSAs and FSAs

You can absolutely use your HSA or FSA to help pay for treatment. There’s a specific place for it when you checkout on their website. So if you’ve been saving your tax-free dollars for something important, this could be the time to use them.

Freebies

When you purchase a Strayt aligner package, they’ll include a 3-in-1 whitening system, an aligner case, their StraytVIBES light and vibration therapy device, and your first set of retainers. You’ll need to wear retainers indefinitely after treatment, replacing them every 6–12 months, so it’s nice when a company starts you off with a free set. After that, Strayt’s retainers are just $69 per set if you purchase their retainer subscription, compared to the $99 industry average.

Refunds and Customer Guarantees

Teeth straightening treatment can be a financial burden, so it’s always nice when a clear aligner company offers a generous refund policy. If you aren’t satisfied with Strayt during the first 30 days of your treatment, and they can’t address your problem, you’ll get a full refund.

Strayt also offers to match the price of any competitor, as long as they begin treatment with a teeth scan rather than an impression kit. They say this caveat is because dental impressions are less accurate than scans — even though Strayt also offers dental impressions as an alternative startup option.

What Are Customers Saying?

Now you’ve got all the important details on Strayt’s products, policies, prices, and procedures, but it’s important to hear from actual customers too, since online reviews can help you gather different perspectives on the customer experience.

Unfortunately, Strayt doesn’t have many, but the ones we could find are overwhelmingly positive. Customers often praise the ease of their dental scans, their affordable prices, and their helpful customer support. Many of these reviews came from people who were in the middle of treatment, so only a few commented on their final results, but they also seemed pleased.

A couple of customers noted some discomfort with their aligners, but this is pretty normal across producers and often resolves with time. Even though this is a small sample size, these early reviews are pretty promising.

Final Thoughts

Though a relative newcomer to the at-home clear aligner scene, Strayt is making a name for themselves by bringing treatment directly to you — literally. With their fleet of electric cars driving to you for your teeth scan, Strayt makes starting your treatment as convenient as possible. We’re excited to watch as they continue to grow and expand.