Is Awareness of Clear Aligners Still Low?

63.4% of respondents indicated that they do not have a good grasp of the costs or budget for clear aligner treatment, suggesting that many people are still not considering it or are not interested. On the other hand, many perceive the price range to be under 300,000 yen, indicating a strong impression that clear aligners are inexpensive.

Furthermore, only about 37% responded that they find clear aligners more attractive compared to wire braces. This result suggests that wire braces are still the dominant perception when it comes to orthodontic treatment.

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Survey Overview: "Questionnaire on Clear Aligner Treatment"

Survey Period: March 26, 2026 - March 26, 2026

Survey Organization: smileline Inc. (In-house survey)

Target Audience: Men and women nationwide

Valid Responses: 500 samples

Survey Method: Internet survey

Question 1: Compared to wire braces, do you find clear aligners more attractive?

Question 2: What do you consider the "biggest advantage" of clear aligners?

Question 3: How do you feel about removing and re-inserting aligners for every meal?

Question 4: How important is it for you to be able to see a digital visualization of how your teeth will move (3D simulation) before treatment?

Question 5: In daily life, where do you feel clear aligners would be most likely to cause inconvenience?

Question 6: It is said that clear aligners have a "relatively lower risk of pain and mouth sores" compared to wire braces. How do you feel about this point?

Question 7: What budget range do you imagine for the cost of clear aligner treatment?

*Figures are rounded to the second decimal place.

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  • Source: PR TIMES
  • Category: News