How Much Do Traditional Braces Cost? Updated Orthodontic Price List 2025

Hello, many patients who come for consultations are very interested in knowing “how much traditional braces cost” and why pricing varies from one clinic to another. To help you understand correctly and choose the most suitable treatment option, I will explain in detail based on orthodontic expertise and current professional standards.

How Much Do Traditional Braces Cost?

My answer is as follows: the cost of traditional orthodontic braces currently ranges from approximately VND 25,000,000 to VND 80,000,000, depending on the type of brackets and the severity of dental misalignment. This amount includes the entire treatment process: bracket placement, follow-up visits, archwires, elastics, bite control, and brace removal.

The reason for the significant price variation is that different bracket systems provide different orthodontic forces, and the complexity of each case also varies. Severe protrusion, underbite, extensive tooth rotation, or cases requiring mini-screws (orthodontic anchorage screws) will cost more than mild cases.

In other words, the cost of traditional braces depends on the orthodontist’s technique, the orthodontic appliances used, and the complexity of the treatment case, not simply on the type of brackets you choose.

Updated Traditional Braces Price List 2025

The following is a summary price list for easier reference:

• Conventional Metal Braces: VND 25,000,000 – VND 35,000,000
• Self-Ligating Metal Braces: VND 35,000,000 – VND 45,000,000
• Aesthetic Ceramic Braces: VND 40,000,000 – VND 60,000,000
• Self-Ligating Ceramic Braces: VND 55,000,000 – VND 80,000,000
• Lingual Braces: VND 90,000,000 – VND 150,000,000

Pricing may vary depending on the facility, the orthodontist’s expertise, and the severity of dental misalignment.

Factors Affecting the Cost of Traditional Braces

The cost of traditional braces varies from person to person because treatment expenses depend directly on multiple factors related to the treatment technique and the complexity of the case.

The Type of Brackets You Choose

First and foremost is the type of brackets you choose. Conventional metal brackets have the lowest cost, while ceramic brackets, self-ligating brackets, and lingual brackets are more expensive due to their aesthetics and the sophistication of the appliance system.

Severity of Dental Misalignment

In addition, the severity of dental misalignment largely determines the treatment cost. Cases with mild misalignment and shorter treatment times will cost less. Complex cases such as severe crowding, malocclusion, significant protrusion, or underbite require longer treatment durations and more orthodontic appliances, resulting in higher costs.

Whether Tooth Extraction or Mini-Screw Placement Is Required

Another factor is whether tooth extraction or mini-screw placement is necessary. Mini-screws are auxiliary orthodontic devices that help teeth move more precisely, especially in difficult cases, but they also increase the total treatment cost. Before starting orthodontic treatment, if there are cavities, gingivitis, periodontitis, or other oral health issues, they must be treated thoroughly. Therefore, the initial condition of your oral health also affects the final cost.

Oral Health Condition Before Orthodontic Treatment

If you have tooth decay, gingivitis, periodontitis, or other oral health issues, they must be treated beforehand, leading to additional costs.

Experience of the Orthodontist

Finally, the experience of the orthodontist plays an important role. A specialist orthodontist with an accurate treatment plan can make the orthodontic process faster, more effective, reduce complications, and help optimize long-term costs.

Which Type of Braces Offers the Best Cost Efficiency?

If your priority is cost savings while maintaining high effectiveness, I recommend:

• Conventional Metal Braces: the most cost-effective option.
• Self-Ligating Metal Braces: slightly more expensive but provide gentler force and can shorten treatment time.

If you would like higher aesthetics while still maintaining a balanced budget:

• Conventional Ceramic Braces are a reasonable choice.

Lingual braces or self-ligating ceramic braces are suitable if you prioritize aesthetics over cost.

The most important thing is not choosing the cheapest brackets, but choosing the bracket system that best suits your dental condition to ensure safe and effective tooth movement.

To determine the exact cost of traditional braces for your specific case, the orthodontist needs to review your X-rays and dental scans. At Gangwhoo Cosmetic Hospital, treatment plans are always personalized based on:

• Analysis of Cephalometric X-rays, Panorex X-rays, and 3D scans
• Evaluation of occlusion and tooth eruption direction
• Prediction of tooth movement pathways using AI Orthodontics

This allows you to know the estimated treatment duration, costs, and expected results in advance, without unexpected expenses outside the treatment plan.

If you would like the orthodontist to evaluate your teeth and provide an accurate cost estimate, feel free to send photos or X-rays for detailed assistance.