{"id":51155,"date":"2022-03-29T22:49:46","date_gmt":"2022-03-29T21:49:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/us\/?page_id=51155"},"modified":"2026-05-01T15:19:18","modified_gmt":"2026-05-01T14:19:18","slug":"byte-vs-candid","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/us\/adult-braces\/byte-vs-candid\/","title":{"rendered":"Byte vs Candid: Find Out Which Is Better at Straightening Your Teeth"},"content":{"rendered":"

If you\u2019ve been considering Byte clear aligners to achieve your dream smile, you may be surprised to learn that the company has recently stopped operations \u2014 leaving many patients looking for new Invisalign alternatives<\/a>.<\/p>

So when comparing Byte vs Candid<\/strong>, is Candid now the best option?<\/p>

Not necessarily.<\/p>

Since Byte shut down, newer at-home aligner brands<\/a> like SmileSet<\/a> have quickly become popular alternatives, offering fully remote treatment with professional support \u2014 all from the comfort of your home.<\/p>

While this news may be disappointing, there\u2019s no need to put your orthodontic<\/a> goals on hold.<\/p>

To help you explore your options, we\u2019ve created a comprehensive comparison of Byte vs Candid, along with the best alternatives available today. From costs and treatment time to convenience and results, this guide covers everything you need to make the right decision.<\/p>

👉 If you\u2019re looking for a simple at-home solution, you can check if SmileSet is right for you here<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>

Overview of Candid vs Byte treatment<\/h2>

Byte<\/h3>

Byte<\/a> is an accredited member of the Better Business Bureau and a member of the American Teledentistry Association. The company was designed to provide<\/a> high-quality, fast, and professional results for a fraction of the cost of traditional options. <\/p>

Impression kit<\/h4>

To begin treatment with Byte, you follow the standard process for most at-home clear aligners. That is, you order an impression kit online, and using the putty that comes in the kit, you make molds of your teeth at home.<\/p>

Byte Closed Down \u2014 Here\u2019s the Best Alternative <\/div>
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Straighten your teeth from home \u2014 without clinic visits<\/h3>

Byte is no longer operating, but you still have options. SmileSet<\/a> offers remote clear aligner treatment designed to straighten your teeth from home, with professional support and a simple impression-kit process.<\/p>

✔ No regular dentist visits
✔ Clear, upfront pricing
✔ Treatment from home
✔ Designed for mild to moderate cases<\/p>

Used by patients looking for a simple Byte alternative.<\/em><\/p>

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Treatment planning<\/h4>

You then send these molds back into Byte, and one of Byte’s licensed dentists or orthodontists will review your impressions to determine whether or not you are a good candidate for this type of treatment. <\/p>

Byte will only accept you for treatment if they are sure that they can treat your case, which is an important side note \u2014 Byte treatment (and that with other clear aligners) is typically only effective with mild to moderate cases where teeth need to be straightened. More severe cases of crooked teeth or bite misalignment<\/a> will need to be corrected with traditional braces. <\/p>

If your Byte dentist does determine that you are a good candidate for treatment with Byte, they will design your personalized treatment plan, and send for your custom aligners to be made.<\/p>

Wearing aligners and remote monitoring<\/h4>

Next, you’ll receive your aligners in the mail, at which point you can begin your treatment. Throughout treatment, you will upload check-in photos to your Account Center every 3 to 4 weeks. This way your dentist can assess your progress and make sure that everything is going according to plan. <\/p>

Your Byte aligners also come with Byte’s unique HyperByte device. This is a mouthpiece that you bite down on for 5 minutes per day. It delivers high-frequency vibrations that use soft micropulses to your tooth roots and jawbone.<\/p>

Tooth whitening<\/h4>

As part of your aligner package, Byte also sends you BrightByte, their teeth whitening gel that whitens teeth while you’re wearing your aligners. It also works to freshen breath and kills 99.9% of bad bacteria. <\/p>

If you want to get started with Byte, you can go to their website and order your impression kit now<\/a>, and get 80%<\/span> off<\/strong> with code SMILEBRYTE<\/span><\/strong>.<\/p>

Order your Byte impression kit<\/a><\/div><\/p>

You can also have a look at the video below, where Santos takes us through his journey with Byte aligners. He gives us helpful tips and tricks for getting through treatment and shows how to use the HyperByte device. He’s also very well-versed in how clear aligners work in general.<\/p>

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