Dental (Orthodontic) Braces Financial Assistance

Paying for orthodontia out-of-pocket is expensive with and without insurance. This adage holds for children and adults – although the insurance options for teenagers are much better.

Learn how dental insurance plans and our federal tax system work together to help lower your out-of-pocket costs. 

Parents often need to leave no stone unturned when looking for resources.


Sponsored Listing


Articles on this Topic

Orthodontic Braces Down Payment With & Without Insurance

When considering dental braces, a key cost is the down payment needed to start treatment. This first cost can vary greatly depending on whether you have dental insurance. With insurance, the down payment is often lower because many plans cover …
before and after girl with braces

6 Monthly Payment Plan Options for Orthodontic Braces

If parents do not have dental insurance for braces, they must pay all orthodontic costs for their teens. Families with dental insurance for braces might still pay 75% of the costs. Coinsurance and benefit limits apply. Families might still pay …
Female patient at the orthodontist

Does Medicaid Cover Braces? (Invisalign, Adults, Kids)

Does Medicaid cover braces? The answer depends on your age, the state where you live, and the reason you need to straighten your teeth. This public benefit program provides essential but not comprehensive dental care in most states, and orthodontists’ …
Smiling hands asking for help

Free Braces Programs For Adults, Kids: Medicaid & More

Most orthodontists do not work for free, so how can you get braces at no cost? Find a deep-pocket third party that will pick up most of the charges! Learn how to qualify for various free braces programs, recognizing that …
man asking "Is it necessary?"

Getting Orthodontic Braces Covered By Medical Insurance

Many patients with crooked teeth do not have a dental plan with orthodontia coverage, but most have health insurance through a private company or Medicaid. Therefore, learning to get braces covered by medical insurance might be the best way to …
man with braces looking through magnifying glass

Finding Local Orthodontists Accepting Medicaid for Braces

How do you find an orthodontist who accepts Medicaid for braces close to home? Many providers choose not to participate because the reimbursement rates are meager, and the program does not cover adults over 21 unless the braces are medically …