Removable trays, or aligners, are one of the first technologies patients learn about when seeking an alternative to conventional orthodontic treatments. They offer an aesthetic benefit because they are clear and thus barely visible.

The lower cost of air travel made possible by the democratization of the Internet has given rise to medical tourism – an increasingly popular practice where people travel thousands of kilometers for healthcare at highly appealing prices, notably in the fields of cosmetic surgery and laser vision correction, as well as for dental care.

Orthodontic problems often appear with the onset of the first permanent teeth, or around age 7. Most children with an abnormal condition are referred to an orthodontist for diagnosis and, most importantly, to learn how to correct the problem.