What is the average price of aesthetic/ceramic braces?

[caption id="attachment_1231" align="alignright" width="400"] Photo Credit: tiarescott via Compfight cc[/caption] Gazing into the mirror with your little one, you realize that his or her teeth are not quite straight or perhaps the dentist told you that at your last visit. Whatever the case may be, you want to help your child rejuvenate his or her smile, so you've scheduled an appointment with King Orthodontics.

Understanding Aesthetic/Ceramic Braces

Several different types of braces exist, and ultimately, the orthodontist will let you know which ones are available for your child. Aesthetic or ceramic braces present a possibility. These braces are generally not visible to people. For children who don't want the world to see their braces or for adults who are opting to get braces at a later age, this type presents a suitable alternative to the traditional metal braces. However, you are probably worried about how much they are going to cost you, especially in comparison to traditional braces.

The Average Costs

Depending upon where you go, where you live and other elements, the exact price of aesthetic or ceramic braces is going to vary. Everyone wants affordable braces, but even the definition of affordable varies from person to person. Most estimates put these types of braces in the $6,000 range, but that figure can vary upward or downward by a couple, or even a few, thousand dollars. Consulting with an orthodontist is crucial to truly knowing how much you would have to spend on braces for your child's unique situation.

Influencing Factors

While the average cost of braces at your orthodontist and in your area is going to have a major effect on how much these braces cost, so will other factors. For example, some children need braces only on the top or only on the bottom, so you wouldn't pay as much as for a full set. The cost can also go up if you and your child are not properly taking care of the braces. If something breaks, then the braces could cost more money in repairs. The longer your child has braces, the more likely these repairs might be; therefore, the length of time that your child will have braces can affect the overall costs.

Paying for Braces

When facing a sum of several thousand dollars, many wonder how they are going to afford the price tag attached to braces. Yet they know that these braces are a necessity for their children. You should first find out if the practice takes your dental insurance and how much of the braces will be covered. In the event that you are unable to have the braces covered by insurance, find out if payment plans are offered. Paying several thousand dollars broken down over the months is generally less challenging than making one lump sum payment. Ultimately, the exact price that you're going to pay for your child's braces depends upon a number of factors. To work toward getting a price quote, schedule an appointment with King Orthodontics today.

King Orthodontics, 400 East Dayton, Yellow Springs Rd. Fairborn, OH 45324

Phone: (937) 878-1561 Fax: (937) 433-9530

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