What is the average cost for having dental braces?
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It cost me ~$3000 in central Pennsylvania\n\n(looking below, I think I got a good deal... and the ladies love my bargain smile!  woo!)
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Simple. You can't. You need to see a dentist. If you DIY you can actually end up with a warped teeth, jaw problems, etc. Problems that will be even more costly than just braces.
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It really does depend....\n\nIf you want something really cheap, try going to a dental school and see if they have a clinic. When I was in school, the clinic was charging 35.00 for a new-patient visit. That was for an initial check-up and x-rays.
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I just got  braces two weeks ago, and it is costing me $4200.00.    That includes all visits and anything that has to do with them the entire time I am wearing them. It also includes the retainer to wear afterwards, and the whitening process that everyone gets afterwards too.  There are less expenisve dentists,  but you should remember that you get what you pay for.
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Get estimates from other orthodontists. You are not bound by the estimate of only one doctor.\n\nIf you've done so already, I agree with the other comment. Orthodontists normally let you have a financial plan, where you pay monthly. You may not get a discount (i.e. when you pay in full up front), but you can divide up your payments.\n\nIf you have insurance, you can also look into a Flexible Spending Account (FSA). Insurance companies allow you to put money into this account (for each fiscal year) and claim orthodontic treatment services when they've been performed. So you pay the orthodontist first and then submit claim forms. What you save are on taxes. Because the money that goes into the FSA are directly from your paycheck and pre-tax, you receive more money from the insurance/FSA claims.\n\nI had similar thoughts about finding cheaper treatments. Regardless of cost, you should really consider the quality of an orthodontist because they are dealing with your teeth and facial traits.
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You have severely underestimated the cost to the dentist.  I am an orthodontist, and I certainly do not pocket 80-90% of my fee, as you have suggested (boy, that would be nice though.)\n\nThe words GOOD and CHEAP can go together for clothing sales, not healthcare.  You generally get what you pay for when it comes to things like this.  If it is less expensive, then the person providing the care probably is not as good as the guy down the block.  In your area, I would anticipate spening between 3900-5000+ to fix you child. Payment plans help with your budget. Sorry this is not the answer you are looking for, but it is probably what will get your child a good result.
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You wanna live in Ireland mate. Paid €4,000 in the last 2.5 years  and not finished yet. €60 to have a check up. €600 for a canal, €80 for a straight filling, €700 for a crown, and thousands for braces. It is crazy here. The government puts 21%VAT on dentistry because having teeth apparently is a luxury here. Plus all our dentists drive Mercs and Beamers\nRant over\nBTW my dentist works very hard
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1. Temporary removable partial denture ($300-500):won't last forever;does not fit as well as a permanent partial;it's the cheapest option and it takes the least effort\n\n2. Permanent removable partial ($600-900):lasts as long as you take care of it;bulkier than temporary partial;takes some getting used to;requires drilling on teeth and multiple appointments\n\n3. Fixed Permanent Bridge ($2500-4500):requires reducing teeth on either side of missing teeth;must wear a temporary for a few weeks while permanent porcelain bridge is fabricated;does not come out unless you don't take care of it via flossing/brushing/careful diet;does not last forever (15 years would be really great)\n\n4. Implants ($1500-3000 per missing tooth):not for everybody;permanent titanium posts drilled into bone;porcelain crowns/caps cemented onto posts;requires a lot of care and maintenance;no drilling on healthy teeth;expensive to redo if the implant fails\n\n5. Do nothing: patients often forget that doing nothing is always an option.\n\nI would recommend getting a temporary partial just to see how you can handle a removable device.  It will give you some teeth to fill the spaces for esthetics in the interim.  Find a dentist that you trust to give good advice and evaluate your case with xrays and diagnostic models and photos...
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Partials, stayplates, flippers.  The cost is the same weather you are getting one tooth replaced or multiple teeth.  Most labs don't charge more for 1 vs. 2 teeth.   flippers and stayplates are temporary measures and made almost always out of plastic Prices i've seen go from $200 -$500 depending on what side of the Valley you are on in my area.  Partial or denture are definative that means they are made and build to be long term equipment, hence more care is taken to let the gum tissue breath.  we are also carefull tu use the surrounding teeth to stabalize and take the force of chewing.  Prices I've seen from $600 - $1900 again depending on Zip.  \n\ngood Luck
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Depending on where you live in the U.S., they will cost approximately $550.00 - $1500.00 each.  Also, they are considered cosmetic, therefore they will not be covered by your dental insurance company.
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It's going to depend on the dentist and the cost of dental treatment in your particular area of the country.  In Florida, after all is said and done, it's approximately $2,000 per tooth.
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In Canada your looking at about $1500.00 dollars per tooth, times that buy 10 or 20 teeth, or how ever many you may have. Although dental implants are better than crowns, bridges and definitely dentures. I'm a dental assistant.
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Don't know if you were ripped off. I know that things are more expensive in hospitals than outside. In hospitals in other countries, a 30% markup in prices is quite legal. Don't know if this is the case also in the US. You talking of US $?Compare the features of your brace with the others available in the market-then you decide if you were ripped off.
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Dental Implant Costs \nHow much do dental implants cost?\nDental implants can be a costly procedure. An entire team of professionals are needed to deliver a long-lasting smile. Implant procedures demand a great deal of the doctor's and staff's time and effort. The prosthodontist intensely studies your health profile, and then develops a plan to meet your unique needs. Additionally, surgical staff and the laboratory perform several services to produce the desired result. The materials used to construct implant prosthodontics are also very expensive. Bone grafting, if needed, is additionally costly.\n\nWhile a basic implant is typically $1,250. to $3,000., depending on your circumstances additional costs for things such as in the case of a posterior mandible, bone regeneration, sinus elevation, and wide diameter or narrow diameter implants quickly escalate to as much as $15,000 to $30,000. for the complete procedure for the upper or lower jaw.\n\n \n\nhttp://www.aboutcosmeticdentistry.com/procedures/dental_implants/cost.html
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I got an estimate from my oral surgeon.  This was for 28 implants in my mouth.  It was around $50,000 total for all work and any follow up visits.  A bit too much money for me to fork out right now.  Plus just remember, implants only last around 20 years if you maintain it well.  And they still will NOT be like your natural teeth.  That is what one of my friends who had it done said.  By the way he paid $60,000 for all of his.
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If you get them through the dentist they are probably exspensive, if you buy it at the Drug store or where ever they sell them i think they are around $20
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Sorry.  Invis-what?  Are you talking about Invisalign?\n\nHow much does Invisalign® cost?\n\nWe know that cost is a big question for anyone considering dental or orthodontic work. The truth is, only your doctor can determine the cost for your specific treatment. It depends a lot on the kind of treatment you need, how long it takes, and even where you live. Invisalign treatment is usually similar to the cost of traditional braces—it can start in the ballpark of $3500 and go up from there. The national average for Invisalign is about $5000. Most doctors offer flexible and affordable monthly payment plans, many with no down payment and no interest.