What About the Cost of Treatment?
The assurance of complete treatment.
An orthodontist normally provides treatment for a set fee. We highly recommend the traditional fee-for-service; however, if you discuss your treatment with an HMO or managed care provider, you should ask about any limitations that may be imposed by your insurance coverage.
If you are uncomfortable with the professional your insurance program has sent you to, do not hesitate to get another evaluation.
Discuss fees with your orthodontist.
Costs vary depending on what treatment you need. Remember, because the time requirements will vary from one patient to another, the best program will include successful, complete treatment whenever possible.
Always examine very closely a plan that claims to give you something better for less.
Financing.
Several financing options are available. Most commonly, installments may be arranged with your orthodontist. Many employer-provided health care plans include orthodontic coverage which may assist in paying a portion of the treatment. Third party arrangements through a bank or a finance company may be used. Also, many orthodontists accept credit cards.
