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Payment Plans for Braces

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One of our most commonly asked questions is “can I get a payment plan for braces?” The short answer is yes, absolutely, payment plans are available for braces.

 

While braces may require a degree of financial planning for most patients, there are a number of ways to make the treatment work for you and your family. Most orthodontists, including Fine Orthodontist Sydney, offer flexible payment plans, which make braces accessible to more patients. Payment plans allow you to choose the best option for your circumstances and pay for treatment over time. The following are the three most popular options to make the cost of braces more affordable:

 

1. Payment Plans for Braces: In-Office Financing

 

Some orthodontists, including Dr Martin Fine at Fine Orthodontist Sydney, offer in-office financing as a way to help their patients get the treatments they need, such as braces. The plan generally involves some sort of initial payment followed by monthly payments. Payments are spread out for your convenience and not necessarily linked to where you are up to in your treatment.

 

2. Third Party Financing

 

If you need more time to pay for your braces, look into third party financing. Going through a third party often allows you to have a longer amount of time and lower monthly payments than other payment plans. However, some additional fees and interest are likely to increase the overall cost of your treatment. Third party payment plans for braces can help alleviate some of the immediate financial burden when you or a member of your family needs braces. If you choose this option, just be sure to thoroughly read the Terms and Conditions and ask questions if anything is unclear.

 

3. Payment in Full

 

If the total amount of braces is more important to you than the structure of the payment plan, it may be worthwhile considering an upfront payment option. Many offices (including Fine Orthodontist Sydney) offer a discount for payment in full at the start of the treatment.

 

How to Make Braces More Affordable

When it comes to paying for braces, talk to your orthodontic office to discover your options and choose the one that is right for you, and don’t be afraid to have a conversation about how you can make braces more affordable as well. At Fine Orthodontist Sydney we’ll strive to find a solution that works for you and your family to help pay for braces when they’re indicated.

Tip: If you have a private health fund, we recommend checking if you’re covered for orthodontic treatment.
You may find that a portion of your treatment will be covered by your fund, thereby reducing out-of-pocket costs to you.
 

Contact the Fine Orthodontist Sydney team discuss payment plans for braces, or any other treatment.

Start with a Free* Assessment

 

Schedule a Free* Assessment appointment at Fine Orthodontist Sydney to discuss your individual case.

Note: For the vast majority of patients, orthodontic treatment is an elective procedure. One possible alternative to orthodontic treatment is no treatment at all. Orthodontic treatment may not be suitable for you.

*If orthodontic X-rays are required, a fee of $180 applies. 

 

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Written by Specialist Orthodontist Dr Martin Fine BDS, MSc (Orthodontics)

Specialist Orthodontist Dr Martin Fine, BDS, MSc (Orthodontics), is based in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs. With over 30 years’ experience in private practice, Dr Fine has expertise working with a wide variety of orthodontic appliances, including braces and Invisalign®. He has presented at orthodontic conferences globally, and has taught postgraduate orthodontic students at the University of Sydney. Dr Fine is a member of both the AAO (American Association of Orthodontists) and the ASO (Australian Society of Orthodontists), and is a former president of the Alpha-Omega Dental Society’s Sydney Chapter.  
 
In the past, Dr Fine’s research has been featured in the Angle Orthodontist journal. Dr Fine is committed to providing outstanding patient care using the latest and most effective techniques. 
 

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