If you’re looking to straighten your teeth, there are all kinds of excellent ways to do that. Clear aligners are an example that’s become incredibly popular as of late, but even within this limited market there are several options.

Professionally administered clear aligners, like Candid Clear Aligners and Invisalign, have been around for a while, and have been proven to deliver excellent results. However, there’s a newcomer to the orthodontic scene that has been causing issues—DIY clear aligners.

If you want to know more about this alternative to professional clear aligners, here’s why they really aren’t all they’re cracked up to be.

There’s nothing scarier than a cup of hot chocolate or a bowl of ice cream, right? If that sounds crazy, you probably are fortunate enough to not be struggling with tooth sensitivity in Chevy Chase. But why do hot or cold foods and drinks make some people’s teeth hurt? Read on to find out why from your dentist and solutions to reduce the pain.