How much braces and aligners cost in Dnipro
In short: at Houston braces cost from UAH 15,900 per arch and a full course of aligners from $2,200. But behind these figures hides the main misunderstanding: braces are priced per arch, aligners per whole course. Below — how to compare fairly and what the total is built from.
How much braces cost
Prices per arch at Houston:
Ligature metal
UAH 15,900. The most affordable and reliable option, handles any complexity.
Ligature ceramic
UAH 19,500. Less noticeable on the teeth — a colour close to enamel.
Self-ligating metal
UAH 17,500. No elastic ligatures, fewer adjustment visits.
Self-ligating ceramic
UAH 24,500. A combination of aesthetics and fewer visits.
On top of these come periodic adjustments during treatment and a retainer after removal. That is exactly why the «price of braces» is not a single figure but a treatment plan.
How much aligners cost
A full course of aligners (clear trays) — from $2,200. This figure works differently from the braces price list: it usually already covers the whole series of trays for both arches through to the end of treatment. The number of trays in the series — and therefore the final cost — depends on how complex the correction is, and is determined after 3D diagnostics.
How to compare fairly
If we reduce it to full treatment of both arches, the guide is:
- Metal braces — the most affordable full course.
- Ceramic and self-ligating braces — more expensive, a surcharge for aesthetics and comfort.
- Clear aligners — closer to the upper part of the range, but with maximum invisibility.
The difference is not only in price. Braces cope with complex cases requiring major movements. Aligners win in the smile zone and in comfort, but are not always suitable. What to choose is a question not of budget but of the clinical picture; we examined it in the article braces or aligners.
What the final figure depends on
- One arch or both. The biggest factor. Sometimes only one is treated — then the budget is smaller.
- Complexity of the case. Mild crowding and a serious bite anomaly are a different amount of work and a different timeline.
- Type of appliance. Metal, ceramic, self-ligating or aligners — a range from UAH 15,900 to over 24,500 per arch.
- Preparation. Braces require healthy teeth and gums first: if there is decay or inflammation, that is treated beforehand.
- Retention. A retainer after removal is a separate, mandatory stage.
How it works at Houston
- An orthodontist's consultation — from UAH 590, with a bite examination and an explanation of the options.
- Diagnosis — scans and 3D modelling, to show the result before we start and to cost it precisely.
- A plan with the full sum — not a single figure per arch, but the whole course with timelines and the option of instalments.
- Support at every stage — adjustments, monitoring and retention after removal.
All methods, prices and stages are on the page orthodontics page. If the treatment is planned for a child, it helps first to understand the age — see the article from what age to fit braces.
Frequently asked questions
How much do braces cost in Dnipro?
At Houston the price per arch is: metal ligature braces — UAH 15,900, ceramic ligature — UAH 19,500, self-ligating metal — UAH 17,500, self-ligating ceramic — UAH 24,500. Important: this is the cost of one arch. Both are usually treated, so the budget roughly doubles, plus periodic adjustments and a retainer after removal.
How much do aligners cost?
A full course of aligners at Houston — from $2,200. Unlike braces, this price usually already covers the whole set of trays for both arches to the end of treatment. The exact figure depends on the number of trays in the series, which is determined by the complexity of the case after 3D diagnostics.
Which is cheaper — braces or aligners?
By the starting figure braces on one arch look cheaper, but the correct comparison is a full course on both arches. Then metal braces are the most affordable option and aligners are closer to the upper part of the range. The difference is not only in price: braces handle more complex cases, aligners win on aesthetics and comfort.
Why isn't the price given straight away over the phone?
Because the cost depends on what exactly needs correcting, how long it will take and which appliance suits. Cases that look identical can differ twofold in scope. So the figure is given after an examination and diagnostics, and an orthodontist consultation costs from UAH 590.
Can I arrange instalments for braces?
Yes, the treatment can be split into payments. The terms are agreed at the consultation — convenient, because orthodontic treatment lasts a long time and naturally breaks into stages. The specific options depend on the sum and the appliance chosen.
Is a retainer included in the price of braces?
The retention period is a separate and mandatory stage after braces are removed; without it the teeth move back. Its cost is specified in the treatment plan. More on why it is needed and how long it lasts — in the article on retainers.
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