As we step into 2025, clear aligners are no longer reserved for just simple orthodontic corrections. Thanks to advancements in materials, manufacturing protocols, and clinical technique, aligners now address a much broader range of malocclusions with confidence.
At SEBARIS Clear Aligners, we’re proud to be leading this shift in Malaysia, offering dentists a reliable and locally supported aligner system that prioritizes patient comfort and clinic efficiency.
The Traditional Divide: Braces vs. Clear Aligners
Historically, fixed braces had the edge in:
- Controlling vertical tooth movements
- Rotating round or multi-rooted teeth
- Managing extraction spaces or complex occlusions
Aligners were preferred for:
- Minor crowding or spacing
- Aesthetic treatment requests
- Patients needing flexibility (e.g., travel, sports)
But as technology evolved, the limitations of aligners have been significantly reduced.
How Far We’ve Come: 2020 vs 2025 Clinical Indications
Here’s a side-by-side comparison of how aligner treatment capabilities have expanded over the last five years:
| Malocclusion Type | Aligners Suitable in 2020? | Aligners Suitable in 2025? |
| Mild to moderate crowding | ✅ | ✅ |
| Spacing (<6mm) | ✅ | ✅ |
| Deep bite (>4mm) | ❌ | ✅ With attachments |
| Class II Div I (mild) | ❌ | ✅ With elastics |
| Posterior crossbite (skeletal) | ❌ | ✅ With expansion protocols |
| Complex rotations (canines/molars) | ❌ | ✅ With staging |
| Premolar extraction cases | ❌ | ✅ With controlled retraction |
Key Insight: In 2025, aligners have become a viable solution even in cases once reserved only for fixed appliances—thanks to better movement control and supportive protocols.
The Patient Perspective: Why Aligners Are Now First Choice
Today’s patients expect more than just straight teeth—they want treatment that fits their lifestyle. Aligners meet this need:
| Feature | Aligners | Braces |
| Appearance | Invisible | Visible |
| Discomfort | Minimal | Can cause irritation |
| Oral hygiene | Easy to maintain | Challenging |
| Diet | No restrictions | Many restrictions |
| Speech | Minimal impact | Often affected |
| Visit frequency | Fewer visits | Monthly adjustments |
Patients report greater comfort, confidence, and compliance with SEBARIS Aligners, which translates into better outcomes and faster case progression.
Where Braces Still Have an Edge
While aligners are growing in capability, braces still remain the preferred option for:
🔹 Severe skeletal discrepancies
🔹 Complex vertical corrections
🔹 Impacted teeth or surgical cases
🔹 Cases where patient compliance is uncertain
🔹 High anchorage or extraction cases
In these cases, fixed appliances offer better mechanical control and anchorage management.
Reduced Case Time, Improved Clinic Efficiency
With SEBARIS’s local manufacturing, most cases are processed and delivered within:
- 2–4 working days for initial aligners
- 2–3 days for refinements
- 20–30% shorter overall treatment duration compared to braces (in suitable cases)
This results in faster treatment completion, fewer chairside visits, and improved clinic workflow—especially for general practitioners.
