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How much do braces cost in New York City, NY?

7 orthodontists listed in New York City — compare published treatment prices below.

Braces prices in New York City

TreatmentPublished rangeDetails & source
Metal BracesTraditional stainless-steel braces.$4,000 – $6,500Manhattan practice price list: 'Metal braces $4,000-$6,500.'Source: published price range
Ceramic BracesTooth-colored brackets; less visible than metal.$4,500 – $6,000Manhattan practice price list: 'Ceramic $4,500-$6,000.'Source: published price range
Invisalign / Clear AlignersRemovable clear aligner trays.$3,000 – $8,000NYC orthodontics cost guide: 'the average cost of Invisalign is $3,000 to $8,000.'Source: published price range
Lingual BracesBrackets placed behind the teeth; hardest to see.$8,000 – $13,000NYC braces cost guide lists lingual braces at $8,000-$13,000.Source: published price range

Ranges compiled from published practice prices and cost guides; every figure links to its source. Last checked 2026-10-08.

Several NYC practices and NYC cost guides publish ranges: Manhattan Dental Practices (Murray Hill) lists metal braces $4,000-$6,500 and ceramic $4,500-$6,000; a NYC orthodontics cost guide cites Invisalign at $3,000-$8,000; an NYC braces guide cites metal $3,000-$7,500, ceramic $4,000-$8,500, and lingual $8,000-$13,000. 209 NYC Dental offers complete clear aligner therapy at a flat $6,395.

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Does insurance cover braces here?

Typical private dental plans (e.g., Delta Dental PPO) cover orthodontics at about 50% up to a lifetime maximum of roughly $1,000-$1,500, often with a 12-month waiting period; many plans cover only dependents under 19 and exclude adult orthodontics. New York Medicaid covers orthodontic braces for children under 21 with a severe handicapping malocclusion, evaluated with the Handicapping Labio-Lingual Deviation (HLD) index (26 points required where no auto-qualifying condition applies); coverage is limited to three years of treatment plus one year of retention care, and participating orthodontists accept the plan reimbursement as payment in full.

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Payment plans & financing

Interest-free in-office monthly payment plans are advertised (e.g., 209 NYC Dental provides interest-free in-office monthly payment plans); many practices assist with insurance verification and claims.

Orthodontists in New York City (7)

Common questions

How much do braces cost in New York City, NY?
Published ranges in New York City put traditional metal braces at $4,000–$6,500. Ceramic, Invisalign and lingual options are listed in the table above with sources. Prices vary by case and change frequently — confirm with the practice.
How much does Invisalign cost in New York City?
Published ranges in New York City put Invisalign/clear aligners at $3,000–$8,000, per the sources in the table above.
Does dental insurance cover braces in New York?
Orthodontic benefits are usually separate from regular dental coverage and work on a lifetime maximum rather than an annual one. Typical private dental plans (e.g., Delta Dental PPO) cover orthodontics at about 50% up to a lifetime maximum of roughly $1,000-$1,500, often with a 12-month waiting period; many plans cover only dependents under 19 and exclude adult orthodontics. New York Medicaid covers orthod
Are there payment plans for braces in New York City?
Interest-free in-office monthly payment plans are advertised (e.g., 209 NYC Dental provides interest-free in-office monthly payment plans); many practices assist with insurance verification and claims.

Sources

Prices shown are published ranges gathered from orthodontic practices and reputable cost guides. Prices change frequently and vary by case complexity — always confirm current pricing directly with the practice. This site provides price information only and is not dental or medical advice.

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