Massachusetts

How much do braces cost in Boston, MA?

8 orthodontists listed in Boston — compare published treatment prices below.

Braces prices in Boston

TreatmentPublished rangeDetails & source
Metal BracesTraditional stainless-steel braces.$3,500 – $6,500Boston-area guide states traditional braces 'usually fall in a similar range, between $3,500 and $6,500.'Source: published price range
Invisalign / Clear AlignersRemovable clear aligner trays.$4,000 – $7,500Boston-area guide states 'In the Boston area, Invisalign treatment typically ranges from $4,000 to $7,500, depending on the complexity of your case and the orthodontist's experience.'Source: published price range

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

Boston practices do publish price ranges. A Boston orthodontic guide (bostoninvisiblebraces.com) puts Boston-area Invisalign at $4,000-$7,500 and traditional braces at $3,500-$6,500. Boston Invisalign practice Smilebar quotes Invisalign generally $4,000-$8,000, exact figure given at a free consultation. An independent Boston dental-clinics cost guide cites $3,000-$8,000 for Invisalign and $2,500-$7,000 for regular braces in Boston.

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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. MassHealth (Massachusetts Medicaid) pays for comprehensive orthodontic treatment only once per member per lifetime, only for members younger than 21 with a handicapping malocclusion, subject to prior authorization (130 CMR 420.431(C)(3)).

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Payment plans & financing

Boston-area practices commonly advertise interest-free in-house monthly payment plans: Smilebar offers interest-free plans with no down payment; bostoninvisiblebraces.com notes many Boston practices offer monthly payment plans or zero-interest financing. HSA/FSA funds accepted (Smilebar).

Orthodontists in Boston (8)

Common questions

How much do braces cost in Boston, MA?
Published ranges in Boston put traditional metal braces at $3,500–$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 Boston?
Published ranges in Boston put Invisalign/clear aligners at $4,000–$7,500, per the sources in the table above.
Does dental insurance cover braces in Massachusetts?
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. MassHealth (Massachusetts Medic
Are there payment plans for braces in Boston?
Boston-area practices commonly advertise interest-free in-house monthly payment plans: Smilebar offers interest-free plans with no down payment; bostoninvisiblebraces.com notes many Boston practices offer monthly payment plans or zero-interest financing. HSA/FSA funds accepted (S

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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