Costs for Fixing Gap Between Front Teeth

Although a gap (diastema) between the front teeth is not unattractive but a lot of patients are self conscious about this and often seek to have orthodontic treatment. However, the costs of orthodontic treatment is the main consideration, but there is in fact a range of affordable braces to choose from.

There is a normal physiological gap between adjacent teeth, but is invisible to the eye. But when the gap between two teeth are too wide it affects the overall aesthetic of the teeth. That is why patients often choose to get braces fitted to solve this problem.

The price is usually the main factor which determines whether patients go ahead with the treatment. Many patients worry that orthodontic treatment is expensive. But the truth is whether the treatment is expensive or not will depend on certain circumstances.     

l  Is there just a gap between the front teeth or is there gaps between other teeth? Are the teeth protruding and are they straight? If it’s only a diastema in the front teeth and there are no other teeth that require straightening then the orthodontic procedure is rather simple and prices are obviously cheaper.

l  What kind of braces are suitable? Although there are now a range of choices for braces from traditional to lingual braces, they are different in terms of price and aesthetics. The choice of traditional braces, such as metal brackets, ceramic brackets and self-locking brackets are relatively cheaper.

l  Are the teeth in good condition? Do you need other treatments, such as tooth extraction, filling, scale and polish or periodontal treatment. If the oral health is good, you can usually save hundreds to thousands of Yuan on expenses.

So if you’re after a cost-effective solution, how much would it cost? Generally speaking it can cost from 10,000 RMB to 20,000 RMB for orthodontic treatment which can be paid in installments. After the first installment is paid, the following payments are made each time you attend a appointment so the treatment is affordable. 

Tip: When you discover a diastema you should make an appointment to see your dentist. If you leave it for too long the gap could become bigger and the gums can recede and the roots of the tooth will be exposed which will cause pain with hot and cold temperatures more seriously it could also cause a loss of the tooth.