“How Much Do Braces Cost?”

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nov041It is never too late to perfect your smile, and straight teeth can improve an adult’s social and professional life. Still, many adults are apprehensive when making a decision to undergo an orthodontic procedure. Because of this, Dr. David Alpan seeks to address your concerns and questions regarding braces.

Aren’t I too old for braces?

People of all ages rely on orthodontic treatment to help them achieve the straight, beautiful smile they’ve always wanted. Properly aligned teeth increase confidence, but braces help patients attain more than an aesthetically pleasing smile. Crooked teeth can have adverse effects to the way you chew and talk. The effects worsen over time, and crooked teeth can contribute to periodontal disease and premature wear of tooth enamel. Many adults choose braces to straighten their teeth. In fact, one-third of our patients are adults.

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Century City Dentist Answers Questions About Affordable Orthodontics

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imagesFor many people, crooked or crowded teeth are a source of embarrassment. Unfortunately, some people with misalignment assume they won’t be able to afford orthodontic treatment. At Aesthetic Orthodontics, we strive to provide affordable orthodontics. In today’s blog, your Century City orthodontist, Dr. David Alpan, answers questions about our financing and payment plan options.

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Los Angeles Orthodontist: Try Our Lingual Braces Quiz

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Have you ever heard of lingual braces? These are brackets and wires placed on the back, or tongue facing, side of your teeth. This provides inconspicuous smile correction. At Alpan Orthodontics, we provide Incognito hidden braces, a popular lingual orthodontic system. In today’s blog, your Los Angeles orthodontist, Dr. David Alpan, uses a fun and informative quiz to explain how lingual braces can transform your smile while remaining hidden from view.

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Century City Orthodontist Helps You Assess the Cost of Braces

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One of the most common questions concerning braces is how much the treatment will cost. As a dedicated orthodontist in Century City, Dr. David Alpan provides a variety of high quality affordable orthodontic treatments to all of our patients. Correcting your bite’s alignment (occlusion) is an ongoing process, and our mission is to help ensure that you receive the treatment you need while keeping your overall cost manageable.

Determining Immediate & Long-Term Costs

At Alpan Orthodontics, the first cost associated with orthodontic treatment is free. During your free orthodontic consultation, Dr. Alpan will thoroughly inspect your face and the alignment of your teeth and jaw, including your jaw’s joints.

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An Overview of Affordable Orthodontics in Century City

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Like any good structure, maintaining a strong and properly-aligned smile is a long-term endeavor. Your Century City orthodontist, Dr. David Alpan, specializes in offering effective, high-quality orthodontic procedures while keeping your treatment affordable. Since orthodontics focuses on your mouth’s continued alignment and good health, the initial cost of your treatment may not be the only cost to consider. Below, we explain the immediate and long-term cost of braces, and how we address these concerns as part of your affordable orthodontic treatment.

Immediate Cost of Braces

The most prominent expense is the immediate cost of braces, and the least expensive are typically the traditional metal bracket-and-wire assembly. As the most common and effective braces, metal ones are often prescribed to address early signs of malocclusion (bite misalignment), especially in younger children. Regardless of your choice, however, we offer a number of financing options at Alpan Orthodontics, including interest-free, in-house options with a down payment and monthly payments that fit your specific needs.

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