An estimated 4 million people are going through orthodontic treatment at any given time! Why is that?
That’s because orthodontic treatment isn’t just an esthetic treatment. In fact, a beautiful smile is simply the result of correcting underlying orthodontic problems, and there are a lot more benefits to braces and clear aligners that go far beyond the appearance of the smile. Now more than ever, orthodontic treatments are more advanced, more discreet, more effective with shorter treatment times, and more affordable!
Let’s uncover the true cost of orthodontics and explore all of your payment options in 2024:
The Cost of Braces & Clear Aligners in 2024
Meeting our patients’ needs (both financial and treatment needs) is our ultimate priority. We understand that each of our patients is unique, so we offer flexible, custom financing plans to help you cover the cost of treatment.
We accept most major credit cards and can create a custom in-house financing plan. We also offer Sunbit financing to help you manage your monthly braces cost or monthly clear aligner cost.
With Sunbit financing, you can smile now and pay over time with:
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- No hard credit check
- High likelihood of approval (85% Approval rate)
- Lightning fast response to see if you qualify
To find out your cost, visit our Sunbit portal, enter a few details to see your monthly payment options, then select your preferred payment option!
When you visit our Alamo Ranch, San Antonio, orthodontist office for your complimentary (free) consultation, we’ll discuss all of our payment options, calculate your insurance coverage if you have dental insurance, and work with you to create a payment plan that suits your budget. Over the past few years, financing orthodontics has become a lot easier and a lot more flexible!
How much do braces and clear aligners cost a month?
There is no fixed amount when it comes to the monthly cost of braces or clear aligners. Your cost depends on your specific treatment plan, and each of our treatment plans is 100% personalized for each patient. Monthly costs depend on the length of your treatment, the complexity of your case, your down payment amount and the payment plan you choose, and your insurance coverage (if you have ortho insurance).
Needless to say, there are quite a few factors involved in the cost of orthodontics.
How much do braces cost with insurance?
Insurance can cover a significant portion of your treatment cost! Most insurance plans will cover 50% of your total cost, which can make a huge difference in terms of your down payment and monthly payments.
Here’s how insurance with braces or clear aligners works:
- Dental insurance typically comes with an orthodontics benefit (separate from regular dental insurance), which may have a lifetime maximum benefit amount or percentage. This means that if orthodontics is considered medically necessary, your insurance provider may pay out 50% of your cost, with a capped amount that varies based on your specific plan.
- Your insurance provider will then cover a certain portion of your treatment costs, and you’ll be responsible for the rest. You can choose one of our affordable payment plans to cover the remaining cost of treatment.
- We accept most major insurance plans! Our team will help you file your insurance claims and paperwork to ensure that you get the maximum benefit from your plan.
At your first visit to our office, we’ll discuss your insurance coverage and determine your out-of-pocket cost.
How much do braces cost without insurance?
If you don’t have insurance coverage, we’ll work with you to develop a financial plan that makes braces or clear aligners affordable and practical for you.
The Cost of Not Getting Braces
A beautiful smile is truly invaluable. Believe it or not, many people who haven’t undergone treatment don’t realize how their dental condition is affecting their quality of life! That’s because the positions of your teeth and the alignment of your jaw bones can have a significant impact on your vital functions (eating, sleeping and breathing).
If you have a dental or jaw misalignment, you may experience:
- Frequent mouth-breathing
- Loud snoring
- Restless sleep, waking up feeling unrested
- Popping, cracking, or locking of the jaw
- Jaw pain or soreness when biting or chewing
- Clenching or grinding teeth throughout the day or at night
- Difficulty brush or flossing between certain teeth, which can lead to gum disease and bad breath
- Facial abnormalities or disproportionate features caused by jaw misalignment (malocclusion)
These symptoms may have become normal for you, but they’re common indications of a narrow palate restricting the airways, misaligned jaw bones (overbite, underbite, open bite, cross bite), TMJ disorder and other treatable conditions.
Get to your new smile 40% faster.
It’s a great time to need orthodontic treatment! Like we said, braces and clear aligners are custom-designed, more discreet, and faster than ever.
We’re proud to be the only orthodontist in San Antonio providing truly-custom, 3D-printed LightForce™ braces. Each clear, sleek bracket is custom-designed specifically for each tooth, which enables these braces to work 40% faster than traditional braces. That means fewer visits to our office, treatment time cut in nearly half, and you’ll be seeing improvements in your smile asap.
We also provide Invisalign® and Angel Aligner™ clear aligners as an alternative to braces!
Take the first step to change your smile & your quality of life.
If you aren’t quite sure whether you require orthodontic treatment or could benefit from treatment, we encourage you to schedule your complimentary exam with us! Your first visit to our office comes at no cost to you, no risk, and no obligation. So why not?
Find out how you can improve your life with orthodontic treatment—braces or clear aligners (Invisalign® or Angel Aligner™) when you visit our Alamo Ranch, San Antonio, orthodontist for your free consultation and assessment. We’re here to provide you with the information and resources you need to make the best decisions for your smile.
