Zenyum vs Invisalign vs Dr Clear Aligners vs Smile Direct Club: Which of These Clear Braces Suit You Best?

The invisible braces market in Malaysia is dominated by these big four companies: Invisalign, Zenyum, Dr Clear Aligners, and Smile Direct Club.

In this article, we’ll discuss how to pick the right clear braces for you by analysing each company’s key strengths and weaknesses. Later, we’ll give our verdict as to which of them suits you best.

Without further ado, let’s start!

Zenyum vs Invisalign vs Dr Clear Aligners vs Smile Direct Club

To determine which of them is the best for you, we’ll look at each of these clear aligners brands in terms of these criteria: comfort, treatment process, price, pros and cons, and customer reviews.

1.   Zenyum

Products	ZenyumClear, ZenyumClear Plus
Suitable for	Mild to complex dental cases
Partner Clinics	Available in Kuala Lumpur, Penang, Selangor, Sabah
Treatment price	RM 5,599 – RM9,999
Financing	Yes
Website	https://www.zenyum.com/my-en/invisible-braces
Contact details	(+60) 11 2668 2800 [email protected]
How to begin	Start your free pre-assessment here

Zenyum is a relatively new clear aligner brand first founded in Singapore with presence in 6 other countries, including Malaysia. It is more affordable than other brands and doesn’t require many dentist visits as they are done virtually through their app.

1. Comfort

Wearing Zenyum is comfortable according to many clients. There will be a bit of pain and discomfort because the tray is applying pressure to your teeth to shift them to their proper positions.

However, the pain you feel with this thing on is minimal compared to other invisible braces—which makes it a superb and affordable choice! Users also noted that they got used to wearing Zenyum braces very quickly.

No problems during meal times, either, since you can take it off so you can eat without worrying about food getting stuck on them.

2. Treatment Process

The treatment process is very simple with Zenyum—all you have to do is answer their survey online and upload a photo to be sent to their qualified specialists. They will soon contact you and give you options about which of their partner dental clinics you can visit.

There, they’ll discuss Zenyum with you, diagnose your case, and perform a 3D scan and X-ray of your teeth. Should you decide to go on, they’ll send them to the company to produce your set of braces.

Afterwards, they will conduct a fitting for your teeth and assist you with how to properly use and maintain them. Also, they’ll get you started on the app in which you can chat with your dentist at any time, upload your teeth photo, and check your progress.

3. Price

With Zenyum, you only have to see your orthodontist about 2 to 3 times throughout your treatment, you can save consultation costs as well as time.

Their affordable yet high-quality treatment is what draws customers in. You’ll need to spend RM5,599 to RM9,999 depending on whether you opt for ZenyumClear; or ZenyumClear Plus aligners, which are for treating more complex dental cases involving all teeth.

Customer Reviews

Most clients were glad that results showed in the course of their Zenyum treatment. They also found the assigned CS staff to be helpful and friendly.

Seph, one Zenyum user, wrote this review on the website:

“Hello! I’m finally on my last set of aligner and i’m very happy with my results… Would recommend zenyum to everyone as not only results comes in fast , but it’s also cheaper than others in the market.”

What’s more, another client named Adam shared this:

“Effective and customer centric. The two that got me recommending Zenyum to many. On my 11th out of my 18 sets of braces, I’ve seen major results in closing teeth gaps! But that wasn’t just it, you’ll be assigned to a customer service representative who is attentive to all your needs. The assigned representative is someone who you could talk to even on a personal level. You won’t ever feel like you’re not heard. Here’s to my remaining months in my journey. Thank you, Zenyum!”

2.   Invisalign

Products	Invisalign
Suitable for	Severe malocclusions
Treatment price	RM17,749
Financing	Please enquire with them for details
Website	https://www.invisalign.com.my
Contact details	Contact them from here

Invisalign is a long-established brand for invisible braces. Currently, there are ten million people (and counting) reaping the benefits of straightened teeth without the geeky metal brace look.

Besides that, there are many advantages to this tested and proven tray, and we’ll go over them one by one below.

1. Comfort

Many people shared that Invisalign braces were extremely comfortable to wear, being smooth without any sharp edges. You can say that they feel similar to wearing a mouthguard.

As a result, they never got small wounds or sores on their lips or gums unlike with metal braces, which have wires and brackets.

Even while they were eating and chewing, the braces felt comfortable throughout. You can also detach them so you don’t have to effortfully clean them afterwards.

2. Treatment Process

The treatment process of Invisalign is fast, with dentist interaction for each phase. Patients will have to replace the aligners every week and won’t need to visit the doctor frequently (every 6 to 8 weeks only).

The pioneer invisible braces can treat most teeth problems like severe overbites, overcrowding, and crooked and protruding teeth, making them a top and trusted choice for clients.

You can begin to see results as early as 6 months but this will depend on your teeth condition.

3. Price

Because you get the supervision and care of licenced dentists, the price for Invisalign is significantly higher than newer braces brands like Zenyum and Smile Direct Club.

Invisalign treatments in Malaysia cost RM17,749 on average. Remember, you also need to pay the initial assessment and retainers costs, which are  RM467 toRM1,245 and RM1,245 respectively.

Customer Reviews

Martin from Missouri wrote this review on Consumer Affairs:

“They are a comfortable fit and removable when eating and cleaning. Saw visible results In 6 weeks and in 6 months my teeth were 90 percent straight. I used them longer because my eye teeth were sticking out like fangs on a vampire. Nice product Invisalign.”

Another buyer named Mary wrote this too:

“Invisalign really lives up to their name. While you are wearing braces, they are hardly noticeable and near to invisible. They’re comfortable and don’t get in the way of normal activities like eating and chewing. They are simply there, helping your teeth slowly become aligned over time. That’s where the second part of the name comes in: Align. They work to gradually over time transform your mouth with straighter teeth and a better bite. Overall, I would recommend it to anyone having issues with their teeth.”

3.   Dr Clear Aligners

Products	Dr Clear Aligners
Suitable for	Mild to moderate misalignments, large space gaps
Treatment price	RM5,550
Financing	Yes
Website	https://www.drclearaligners.com/en/
Contact details	+6010 232 4471 [email protected]

Dr Clear Aligners offers custom clear aligners to rectify crooked teeth and large space gaps. They sell comfortable and budget-friendly braces in their branches in Malaysia and Singapore.

Its licenced cosmetic dentists assist clients every step of the way from consultation to delivery.

1. Comfort

Unlike conventional braces that scar your mouth just to treat your dental features, Dr Clear aligners feel smooth and light in your teeth.

Clients can attest to this fact throughout the entire 9 months of their smile transformation journey.

2. Treatment Process

Their treatment process involves the client filling out their assessment form online. It’s incredibly easy to do this thanks to their concise form with dental issue graphics.

According to clients, they have a cordial staff to assist you with your dental case. Also, if you have any questions, they can answer them and help out with anything else that you might need.

About 90% of customers praised their wonderful service, which makes Dr Clear Aligners a solid choice compared to other brands.

3. Price

One of the most affordable braces options, getting an online assessment from them is free of charge, whereas a 3D intraoral scan will cost RM300. Plus, you can straighten your teeth with them for just RM5,550.

But if your budget is below that, you can also choose to pay in instalments of 3, 6, or 12 months. Specifically, you can pay RM1,900/month for three months, 975/month for six months, and 512/month for twelve months so this might help.

And the best part about this is that they charge no interest at all!

Customer Reviews

This company garnered a perfect score from many clients on Facebook. As we noted earlier, they gave outstanding service and the clear aligners cured their badly misaligned teeth.

Let’s see Shermaine’s feedback on the product:

“Thank you Dr clear team guidance me for the past 9 months, their team is professional and friendly overall the service is good,highly recommended thanks again.”

Moreover, Amy said this:

“Dr Clear Aligner is a good choice. Thanks of the good service of the DCA team answer me every questions.The price is reasonable and it is worth recommend.”

4.   Smile Direct Club

Products	Smile Direct Club Aligners, Nighttime Aligners
Suitable for	Mild to moderate misalignments and biting problems
Treatment price	RM7,787
Financing	Yes
Website	https://smiledirectclub.com.sg/en-sg/

Formed in 2014, Smile Direct Club was founded by Jordan Katzman and Alex Fenkell. They offer their standard 22-hour wear aligners and nighttime aligners.

Their braces are fitted to treat mild to moderate misalignments and biting problems only. There’s no in-person doctor supervision with this—only virtually the entire time.

1. Comfort

In terms of comfort, Smile Direct Club is the same as Invisalign, which is to say, it’s pain and ulcer-free. Their clear plastic trays work similarly and gently move the teeth to the right position.

Most clients were good with how the braces felt for them. They didn’t report any pain and discomfort even when they wore them all day.

2. Treatment Process

You can book a free 30-minute consultation with the team. Once you’re at the clinic, they will assess your teeth condition, design a custom treatment plan, and perform a 3D dental scan.

After a while, they will ship your invisible braces by post to your address. From there on, you can wear your braces to treat the mispositioned teeth and all doctor interactions will be done virtually.

After your treatment (which will be done in 4 to 6 months), you can come back to your dentist so they will see how the treatment went for you, and you can also buy a set of retainers.

3. Price

We observed that there’s no Smile Direct Club branch in Malaysia. Their closest location is in Singapore and they charge RM7,780 (converted from SGD) for their standard aligners.

You can pay them a single payment or a lower amount spread even for two years but with interest. Also, they offer a 30-day refund in case your custom clear aligners don’t satisfy you.

Customer Reviews

The results had been fast and great for most clients on the website. Also, they said that the braces were affordably priced.

Here’s what one client, Nick, said of the product:

“I, like a lot of people, was skeptical about aligners through the internet. But Smile Direct Club exceeded all expectations. I went from being embarrassed about my teeth to compliments about my smile. Highly recommend.”

Also, another user named Linda wrote this:

“I really appreciated the fact that they responded to my first review by addressing my issue. I continued with them for another 3 months. I am very pleased with the look of my smile and my bite is better. I still have a bit of spacing issue.. but I don’t like perfection, As it looks fake to me. Adds a little character.”

Price Comparison

Here’s the price summary of the brands that we’ve been discussing. You can base your decision on finding the best one in terms of value using this data.

Service	Zenyum	Invisalign	Dr Clear Aligners	Smile Direct Club
Initial consultation	From RM350	RM467 -RM1,245	RM300	Free
Standard consultation	RM467	RM622	N/A	N/A
Clear aligners treatment	RM 5,599 – RM9,999	RM17,749	RM5,550	RM7,787
Retainer cost	RM600	RM1,245	RM700 or free (kindly enquire)	RM374
Total price	RM 7,016+	RM 20,083	RM5,850+	RM8,161+
Treatment length	3 – 9 months	6 months or more	9 months	4 – 10 months

Note: Bold words and numbers are the most affordable or have the fastest treatment time in the group.

Conclusion

The best invisible braces to get comes down to the particular smile issue that you have. As we mentioned earlier, certain aligners are only suitable for certain issues—you can’t expect, for example, Smile Direct Club to treat severe malocclusion cases, since it’s not made for that.

For this, you should get Invisalign braces as they can treat all complex issues with your teeth and bite. That said, you have to pay a  high sum to get treated, but it’s fast and effective nonetheless, and a lot of clients can testify to that.

If you only need minor to moderate dental straightening, the other three options of Zenyum, Smile Direct Club, and Dr Clear Aligners are fantastic, so now you have to look at their other aspects like treatment time, price, financing, and convenience.

Speaking of convenience, with Zenyum, you only have to see the dentist 2 to 3 times and the rest of the consultation will be done via their app. You only have to upload your smile photos for the dentist to check and monitor.

If you want a fast treatment time of only 3 to 9 months for mild teeth problems, Zenyum aligners could be for you.

In contrast, Smile Direct Club has completely cut out their middleman (dentists and orthodontists) and it’s basically up to you to keep up with the treatment until it’s completed. But of course, you can consult with the clinic, if you somehow feel apprehensive about the process.

But what’s great about them is their payment options where you don’t need to pay a lump sum all at once, but instead, in equal monthly repayments until fully repaid. Do note that there’s interest atop this payment, unlike with Dr Clear Aligners.

FAQs about Invisible Braces in Malaysia

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So have you made your pick yet? Which one of them do you think best suits you?

All of them are good but from an objective point of view, we strongly believe Invisalign is the clear winner of them all because they give phenomenal results, can treat complex issues, and have fast treatment time.

Now, aside from that, you may want to explore the best clinics for orthodontists in Malaysia. These specialise in traditional braces in case invisible braces are not for you!