Cost of Braces

The Average Cost of Braces

The average cost for braces varies and can range anywhere from $3,000 – $7,000, depending on the severity of the problem and type of braces you opt for. Also, the average cost can be affected by a number of other factors.

Factors that Affect The Average Cost of Braces

Severity of the problem

 

The degree of the corrections a patient needs affects the cost of braces. On the other hand, patients who require minimal or basic straightening,wear braces for a shorter time, even though the American Association of Orthodontics (AAO) states that the average patient’s treatment is less than two years, but treatment can range from one to three years.

 

Age of the Patient

 

It is required that enough adult teeth needs to come in before one’s condition can be evaluated, thusasadvised by the AAO children should be screened at age seven to see if a treatment is needed. This is because young and still developing teeth can be easily manipulated by orthodontic treatment. Thus the earlier they start, the lesser the braces will cost.

 

Types of Braces

 

Ceramic Braces

This category attempts to remedy by employing brackets which are colored to blend with teeth. Note that, ceramic brackets are more brittle than metal and also tends to stain noticeably without adequate care.

 

Invisalign: This brace eliminates brackets altogether in favor of clear plastic molds which fits over the teeth. Patients, are expected to wear each mold for a given period of time and swap to the next, slightly straighter mold as the teeth aligns over time. This is also the most comfortable brace option, because it can be removed and replaced by the patient

 

Metal braces

These are the oldest and most common type of orthodontic treatment. It isuniversally available, and offers a relatively low cost treatment and fast alignment of teeth.

 

Lingual braces

These are installed behind the teeth, which hides the braces altogether. Lingual braces are costly because of the technicality involved in installing and adjusting them.

 

The Average Cost of Braces in the United States

 

Types  –  Estimated Base Cost

 

Lingual Braces – $8,000-$10,000

Ceramic Braces – $4,000-$8,000

Metal Braces – $3,000-$6,000

InvisalignBraces – $3,000-$8,000

 

Cost based on how long you wear braces

 

As earlier stated,  the length of time you wear braces or the type you choose, how far teeth must move as well as how well you support your treatment with good habits, all have a way affecting the cost of your braces.

 

Age – 1 Year – 2 Years –3 Years – 4 Years

 

Adult  – $2,546 – $5,091 – $7,637 – $10,183

Child – $2,457 – $4,914 – $7,372 – $9,829

 

If you have to pay more than the average amount for braces, it might be because of preventable issues like broken brackets and slow alignment. Foods that shatter or got stuck to your braces may also necessitate your paying for extra appointments thus avoid them and keep your teeth clean on the whole.

 

If you are thinking of getting an orthodontic treatment and would like to evaluate how it will affect your budget, you can start by considering your family’s unique case and thenask an orthodontic how much treatment you will be needing.

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