Motto Clear Aligners

We all have a unique motto that guides us through life's ups and downs—including how we show up in our careers. That’s the case for Dr. Simita Chikersal, whose professional motto is a simple one: to provide comprehensive dental care to her patients.

“For me, tooth movement is an extremely important part of that,” said Dr. Chikersal, an Aspen dentist in Medford, MA, and a Tufts Advanced Standing Program graduate. “Integrating tooth movement into my everyday dentistry enables me to convert complex and challenging cases into simple ones with more predictable outcomes, and I've been able to do better, more conservative dentistry. It's one of the biggest reasons why I chose to get trained on Motto clear aligner treatment.”

Like all Aspen Dental learning journeys, Motto clear aligner training includes virtual sessions that introduce clinicians to the basic and advanced concepts of orthodontics, as well as working side by side with a mentor dentist.

“My biggest takeaway from the training was that case selection is key,” said Dr. Chikersal. “My mentor and the Motto clinical support team made sure that I was planning the most predictable movements so that I’d have a lower risk of complications during the case, and less chance of refinement at the end of the treatment.”

Comfort Is Key to Success

Exclusive to Aspen Dental providers, Motto clear aligners are laser-cut to seamlessly conform to each patient’s teeth and gumline, with antibacterial properties that keep odor and stains at bay. The aligners also have smooth and scalloped edges that offer more precise and controlled movement without irritating the gums.

“Throughout my learning journey, I had access to a massive number of resources to turn me in the right direction,” explained Dr. Chikersal, adding that even when patients are in the chair, the Motto clinical support team will respond within a minute. “Now, I have enough confidence to recognize which cases will have fewer complications during treatment and handle them by myself—even if they’re a little complex.”

Motto clear aligners are indicated to correct a range of mild to moderate malocclusions, and patients see their desired results in as little as 6 months.

“Motto is one of the most profitable services I’ve done in my practice. I can see so many more patients in fewer office visits and run a much more efficient practice," Dr. Chikersal concluded.