As experienced orthodontists know, traditional braces are the most common orthodontic solution. Your orthodontist affixes metal or ceramic brackets to the teeth and connects them with an archwire to gradually straighten and align them. Here are the three primary types:
Your orthodontist starts with precise impressions or digital scans of your teeth to create custom-fit aligners. For mild alignment issues, a series of aligners is used, swapped progressively. They're also effective for bruxism, teeth whitening, or fluoride treatments. Being transparent and removable, they're discreet and user-friendly.
These are bonded to the inner (lingual) surface of the teeth for complete invisibility. Custom-crafted from precious metals, they justify their premium pricing but deliver exceptional results without compromising aesthetics.
Braces installation typically ranges from €5,000 to €10,000, varying by type and provider (pricing is unregulated). Lingual braces are priciest at €1,500–€2,000 per semester, often for treatments lasting 2+ years. Clear aligners cost €2,000–€4,000 but suit only minor corrections.
For children under 16, coverage is 100% of the BRSS for treatments over €120 and 70% for those under—choose a mutual insurer for the balance. Adults receive no standard reimbursement from health insurance (rare exceptions apply), but many mutual contracts cover orthodontic packages. Opt for tailored complementary health insurance to maximize benefits.
