Motto Clear Aligners Boost Confidence on Both Sides

Few treatments spark as much patient curiosity as clear aligners—and as much uncertainty among providers. Patients are asking about straighter teeth every day, while many dentists find themselves weighing the same questions:

Will my aligner system deliver predictable results? Is training included?

Will I have real clinical support if a case gets complicated? And will patients

actually say “yes” to treatment?

For years, these burning questions have kept aligner therapy on the sidelines in many practices, pushing patients toward referrals or direct-to-consumer options instead.

Mindy Streem, DMD, MS, ABO, an orthodontist who brings more than 15 years of private practice experience to her role as Clinical Director of Orthodontic Support at The Aspen Group, understands the hesitation.

“Doctors want a system that is easy to use while still meeting the needs of most patients,” she said. “As a network, we've developed a system that enables Aspen Dental dentists to provide treatment within the comprehensive care plans they already create for their patients.”

That system is Motto clear aligners, an Aspen Dental exclusive offering designed to remove the guesswork out of aligner therapy by combining patient-friendly aligner treatment with the training and clinical support dentists need to feel confident—from case selection to final alignment.

How It Works, and Who It Serves

The Motto clear aligner difference starts with a high-performance aligner product designed to boost patient compliance and satisfaction. Three layers of flexible material move teeth efficiently, while antibacterial properties combat odor-causing bacteria. Motto clear aligners also are 87% more stain-resistant and 60% more comfortable than competing brands.

On the logistics side, cutting-edge production and proprietary 3DTx software allow for a quicker and more efficient clear aligner treatment outcome, reducing the amount of revisions and refinements to each case.

“Across the Aspen Dental network, we see approximately 30,000 patients each day, and at times, they present with needs that extend beyond what Motto alone can address,” Dr. Streem explained. She added that in those cases, doctors take a fully comprehensive approach to care by evaluating and treating the patient’s overall oral health—including periodontal status, restorative needs, and occlusion. “We place particular emphasis on the anterior bite, which is where Motto clear aligners are especially effective in supporting long-term oral health. The goal is to stop unwanted shifting and return teeth to where they belong in the bone, which helps prevent future recession and wear.”

Support at Every Step

Unlike other aligner systems, with Motto clear aligners, doctors are never left to figure things out on their own. From initial onboarding to aligner delivery, Aspen Dental providers are empowered with hands-on training and 24/7 clinical support.

“We assist in the moment when a provider needs chairside guidance but also educate them continuously so they can confidently manage aligner cases independently in the future,” Dr. Streem said. “I clearly communicate to doctors that Motto clear aligners are intended to support a patient's long-term function, stability, and overall health—not solely as an esthetic solution, but as part of a comprehensive approach to care.

“Our goal is for patients to feel that they are receiving thoughtful, long-term care rather than a short-term, band-aid approach to treatment.”

Breaking Down Barriers to Care

Motto clear aligners are representative of Aspen Dental's core philosophy: To break down barriers to care by making dentistry more accessible, affordable, and convenient.

“Our goal is to accommodate every patient by removing the hurdles many individuals face within dental bureaucracy when seeking care,” Dr. Streem explained.

Providing clear aligner therapy at around half the cost of competitive options, all while maintaining a standard of quality may seem like a lofty goal—so much so that Dr. Streem admits she was once “skeptical.”

During the recruitment process with Aspen Dental, that all changed. Dr. Payam Attai, SVP of Orthodontic Support, encouraged her to visit Aspen Dental office as a “secret shopper” before deciding to join the team.

“I experienced the process and technology firsthand, including advanced CBCT imaging, digital scanners, and the overall level of knowledge and patient care—all of which far exceeded my expectations,” said Dr. Streem, who added that the practice she visited followed a highly advanced process for patient intake, monitoring, and treatment delivery. Ultimately, the providers were able to deliver an exceptional service to patients at a significantly lower cost than traditional aligner therapy.

While she sensed that a position at The Aspen Group aligned well with her background in orthodontics and passion for lecturing and engaging with people, Dr. Streem shared that this front-row seat fully cemented her decision. “That experience earned my respect and solidified my desire to be part of this culture and the continued growth of the Aspen Dental network," she concluded.