SMILE-FX® / Miramar / Clear aligners
Aligner refinements
OrthoFX describes refinement aligners for small remaining position issues after an initial round.
Your clinician explains your proposal.
One complete example
Fictional adult Maya's orthodontist finds a remaining upper-front space. Goal: close that space using additional active aligners. The orthodontist remains responsible for progress review. Maya understands: closing that same space is proposed, not achieved.
Active refinement, retainer holding and reassessed Rescue care are distinct.
Continuing care · Retention · A newly assessed Rescue proposal
What do the written terms say?
These invented alternatives demonstrate wording, not SMILE-FX® terms. A clinical recommendation alone does not establish financial inclusion.
Included
Written reply: “The stated fee covers Maya's additional aligners.” Reading: Maya's additional aligners are included in this fictional fee.
Separate
Written reply: “A separate estimate applies to Maya's additional aligners.” Reading: a separate arrangement is stated; its price has not been supplied.
Not confirmed
Written reply about Maya's additional aligners: “Appointment details follow.” Reading: these words confirm neither inclusion nor an extra fee. The financial scope remains unknown.
Your next conversation
SMILE-FX® is a clear-aligner-focused, full-service practice. Board-certified orthodontists see every patient, including follow-ups. Explore the complete care model.
Contact your treating team first for your care.
Exploring care? You can request a free in-person Miramar consultation. Confirm arrangements with the team before traveling; a request is not a booked appointment.
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Studio and contact information · Return to the plan explanation
Sources and scope
AAO: aligners · AAO: the treatment plan · AAO: retainers
The dated manufacturer FAQ is commercial patient information, not independent outcome evidence. The example and written replies are fictional. No personal clinical recommendation, fee, timetable or result is supplied here.
Prepared for SMILE-FX® with AI assistance. No named clinician review is claimed.