Braces and Clear Aligner Cost in San Ramon, CA
At Canyon Lakes Orthodontics in San Ramon, California, complete orthodontic treatment typically costs between $2,000 and $7,800, depending on how complex the case is and how long treatment takes. The first consultation is free. The practice offers in-house financing, accepts HSA and FSA funds, and reviews your orthodontic insurance benefits with you at that first visit.
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How much does orthodontic treatment cost?
| Item | Typical fee | What it depends on |
|---|---|---|
| Complete orthodontic treatment | Typically $2,000 to $7,800 | Depends on case complexity and time in treatment. |
| First consultation | Free | About 60 minutes, with a one-on-one exam and discussion with Dr. Kaplan. |
| Retainers | Typically $250 each | Retainers hold the result after treatment ends. |
What makes one case cost more than another?
- How complex the case is. Mild crowding in one arch is a different job from a bite that needs correcting between both jaws, or teeth that need space created before they can move.
- How long treatment takes. The fee reflects the appliances, stages and visits over the whole treatment period, so a case expected to run longer generally sits higher in the range.
- Which appliance the plan calls for. Metal braces, clear braces and clear aligners each have their own cost factors, explained on each treatment guide.
- Whether the plan treats both arches or only a few teeth. Limited treatment of the front teeth usually costs less than comprehensive treatment.
Each treatment guide explains its own cost factors: metal braces, clear braces, and clear aligners.
Do you accept my insurance, and can I use an HSA or FSA?
We accept all insurance plans and review your orthodontic benefits with you at your first visit.
Orthodontic coverage is usually a lifetime maximum rather than an annual benefit, and plans differ in what they pay and when. The review at your first visit tells you what your plan covers before you commit to anything.
You can use a health savings account (HSA) or flexible spending account (FSA) to pay for orthodontic treatment.
Bring your insurance card to the consultation. Please do not send insurance member numbers through this website.
Can I pay over time, and how can I pay?
Canyon Lakes Orthodontics offers in-house financing and payment options designed to fit a range of budgets. The plan and its schedule are set out with you at the consultation, once the treatment fee is known.
Payment methods accepted
- All major credit cards
- ACH bank transfer
- Cash
- Checks
- Apple Pay
What if I am transferring from another orthodontist, or moving away?
Transfer patients are welcome. If you started treatment with another orthodontist and have moved to the San Ramon area, the practice can continue your care.
If you move away during treatment, the practice will help you transfer your care, providing your records and working out the financial arrangements with you.
To ask about a transfer, call or text the office.
Questions patients ask about cost
How much do braces cost in San Ramon?
At Canyon Lakes Orthodontics, complete treatment typically costs $2,000 to $7,800. Where a case falls in that range depends on its complexity and how long treatment takes, and you receive your own fee at the free consultation.
Is the first consultation really free?
Yes. The first consultation is free. It runs about 60 minutes and includes an exam and discussion with Dr. Kaplan, a review of treatment options, and a review of cost and insurance benefits.
Can I use my HSA or FSA for braces?
Yes. Health savings account and flexible spending account funds can be used to pay for orthodontic treatment at Canyon Lakes Orthodontics.
How much does a replacement retainer cost?
Retainers are typically $250 each. Call or text the office if a retainer is lost or broken, since teeth can begin to shift without one.
Do you accept my insurance?
We accept all insurance plans and review your orthodontic benefits with you at your first visit.
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Canyon Lakes Orthodontics reviews your treatment fee, your insurance benefits, and the payment options with you at the free first visit, before you decide anything.