The price of orthodontics is 1405 A complete guide to the factors affecting the cost of orthodontics in Tehran

Author: Dr. Shibaniya, orthodontic specialist Last update: July 1405 Study time: 12 minutes

When first about Orthodontics price 1405 As you search, you’ll probably come across numbers that are confusingly spaced; From fifteen million tomans to more than two hundred million tomans. This difference is neither wrong nor unreasonable. Orthodontics, unlike services such as scaling or tooth filling, is not a “standard product” with a fixed price; A treatment project lasts several months to several years, and its length, tools, number of sessions, and even the type of wire used differ from one patient to another. For this reason, no honest office can give you a definite number before examining and observing the radiograph. In this article, we explain exactly what is hidden behind these numbers: the real range of orthodontic cost in 1405, ten factors that determine the price of your case, what services are usually included in the contract amount and what is counted separately, insurance status, installment payment terms, and a few important points about why choosing the cheapest option in orthodontics can be the most expensive decision of your dental life.

Orthodontics price 1405 at a glance

Before going into the details, the intervals below will give you a general picture of the level of prices in the Tehran market. Note that these numbers are the “market average”, not the official tariff of a specific office; Different clinics are located in different parts of this range depending on the doctor’s expertise, geographical area and equipment level.

Comparison of the approximate cost range of orthodontic types for two jaws in 1405

Why did the cost of orthodontics increase in 1405?

In 1405, dental tariffs in Iran experienced a significant growth, and according to health authorities, the average growth was about sixty percent. But the reason for the increase in the cost of orthodontics is beyond a directive and is rooted in several economic realities:

• Heavy dependence on imports: Brackets, nickel-titanium wires, elastics, bonding, mini-screws, and even 3D scanning plates are almost all imported. Any change in the exchange rate directly affects the cost of each treatment session.
• Expensive capital equipment: Dental unit, digital radiography, cephalometry and intraoral scanner are heavy investments whose depreciation can be seen in the service price.
• Office fixed costs: Property rent in the central areas of Tehran, staff wages, standard sterilization and infection control consumables are getting heavier every year.
• Length of treatment: Orthodontics is not a one-session treatment. The office should consider the fee it receives today sufficient for the services it will provide in the next two years; This makes orthodontic pricing always look at future inflation.

Importantly, these increases are not the same in all treatment groups. Treatments with a higher share of imported materials—such as clear aligners, where most of the cost is related to the lab and digital plan—have experienced greater growth than fixed metal orthodontics.

Ten main factors affecting the price of orthodontics

If we want to answer a question, “Why did they tell me this price and my friend another price?”, the answer lies in the combination of these ten factors.

1. Type of orthodontic device

The most important and biggest factor determining the price is the choice of treatment tool. The standard metal bracket is the least expensive fixed option, as it has a lower cost and is easier for the doctor to control. The ceramic bracket, which is the same color as the tooth, is about twenty to thirty percent more expensive and in some cases creates more friction, which may slightly increase the length of the treatment. Lingual brackets, which are installed on the back surface of the teeth, are among the most expensive brackets due to their special construction and high technical difficulty. Clear aligners also have a different cost, as a large part of their price is related to the number of plaques made in the lab and the digital design of the teeth movement.

2. One jaw or two jaws

One of the common questions is “Is it possible to do orthodontics only on the upper jaw to reduce the cost?” Short answer: In some cases, yes, but the decision is medical, not economic. Modifying one jaw without considering its relationship to the opposite jaw can worsen occlusion (the way the teeth fit together). In terms of cost, single-jaw treatment is usually about fifty-five to sixty-five percent of the cost of two-jaw treatment, not half; Because the cost of examination, treatment plan, monthly visits and retainer are common between the two cases.

3. Severity and type of abnormality

The difference between a mild irregularity in the front teeth and a class three skeletal malformation is a world of treatment. Simple cases may result in ten to fourteen months, while skeletal anomalies require complex mechanics, intermaxillary tractions, miniscrews, and sometimes coordination with a maxillofacial surgeon. Naturally, the greater the complexity of the case, the more the chair time, the number of sessions and the professional responsibility of the doctor, and thus the price will be higher.

4. Age of the patient

Orthodontics in children and adolescents is usually less expensive because the growing bone responds more quickly to orthodontic forces and in many cases the natural growth of the jaw can be used to benefit the treatment. In adults, bone regeneration is slower, treatment takes longer, and adjuvant treatments are more likely to be needed. On the other hand, two-stage treatments in children (one stage during the growing age and the second stage after the eruption of permanent teeth) cost a total of two courses, although many offices consider a discount for the second stage.

5. Duration of treatment

Every additional month in orthodontics means one more visit, more wires and elastics, and more time from the doctor and staff. For this reason, the estimated length of treatment is one of the main bases of pricing. But note that the length of treatment does not depend only on the complexity of the case; The patient’s cooperation in maintaining hygiene, regular use of stretches and attending meetings on time can make the treatment period shorter or longer. Irregular appointments actually increase the hidden cost of your treatment.

6. Need for adjuvant treatments

A significant part of the price difference between the two cases is related to services that are required before or during orthodontics: tooth extraction to create space, wisdom tooth surgery, use of mini-screws for skeletal fixation, expansion devices to widen the jaw, and in severe skeletal cases, orthognathic surgery of the jaw. These services are usually not included in the basic orthodontic fee and may be performed by another specialist. Be sure to ask which items are included in the announced price.

7. Expertise, history and reputation of the doctor

In Iran, orthodontics is an independent specialized field with a multi-year residency period. The difference in price between treatment by an orthodontist and a general dentist is the difference in what you see in the end result: more accurate prediction of tooth movement, better management of complications and the ability to solve complex problems in the middle. In orthodontics, unlike many services, a mistake in the treatment plan cannot be easily compensated; Abnormal tooth movement can lead to root decay, gum problems, or occlusion disruption. This risk is part of the price explanation.

8. Brand bracket, wire and consumables

Not all brackets are the same. Self-ligating brackets, like Daemon systems, have a higher cost and in some cases can reduce the number of sessions. High-quality memory wires apply a gentler, more consistent force and make a difference in patient comfort. Standard bonding adhesives reduce the likelihood of bracket stripping, thereby eliminating additional repair time and cost. This is where “cheaper” can end up being more expensive.

9. Geographical location and clinic equipment

The cost of renting and maintaining an office in the central and northern areas of Tehran is naturally higher than the outskirts of the city, and this difference is reflected in the tariff. In addition, clinics that are equipped with digital radiography, cephalometry, intraoral scanners and 3D treatment design have more accurate tools for treatment planning, but also cover higher capital costs. The advantage of this equipment for the patient is reducing the error of the treatment plan and the possibility of seeing a preview of the result before starting the work.

10. Maintenance phase and follow-up after treatment

Orthodontics does not end with the opening of the brackets. Teeth have a natural tendency to return to their previous position and that’s why Fixed or movable retainer It is necessary. The cost of the first retainer is included in most contracts, but rebuilding a lost or broken retainer, as well as long-term follow-up visits, may be billed separately. When comparing two quotes, ask how long the maintenance phase is covered and under what conditions.

Comparison of orthodontic methods in terms of cost and efficiency

The table below will help shift the decision from “which is cheaper” to “which makes the most sense for my situation”.

What is included in the cost of orthodontics and what is not?

One of the biggest mistakes of patients is comparing two numbers without comparing two “service packages”. An office that quotes a higher amount may actually be cheaper because they have seen all the visits, retainers, and shots in the same number.

Before starting the treatment, ask the office these five questions and write down the answers:

1. How many visits does the announced amount include, and if the treatment is longer, will an additional fee be charged?
2. Is the retainer at the end of the treatment included in the price? Fixed or moving? For how many years is it followed?
3. Are diagnostic imaging and initial scanning part of the amount or separate?
4. If a tooth extraction or mini-screw is needed, how much is the estimated cost?
5. If the bracket is torn, how is the repair cost calculated?

Insurance and orthodontic cost in 1405

The fact is that basic insurances in Iran practically do not have meaningful coverage for orthodontics, and this treatment is considered a cosmetic service in many contracts. What helps patients in practice is supplementary treatment insurances that set a certain ceiling for dental services. A few practical tips:

• The annual limit of supplementary dental insurance usually covers a small part of the total cost of orthodontics, but when the treatment lasts for several years, you can use the limit for two years in a row.
• In order to receive compensation, you usually need an official invoice from the office, a description of the service, and in some cases an endorsement from an authorized insurance physician. From the beginning, ask the office to issue standard documents.
• Some organizational supplementary insurances cover orthodontics for people under a certain age with better conditions. If you are planning for your child, read the terms of your insurance contract carefully before starting treatment.
• Ancillary services, such as tooth extractions or surgery, can sometimes be claimed as therapeutic (not cosmetic), even if orthodontics itself is not covered.

installment payment of orthodontic fees; How to manage financial pressure

Fortunately, the natural structure of orthodontics helps with staged pay. Because the treatment lasts for months, almost all specialized offices provide the possibility of splitting the amount. The common pattern in the market is as follows:

• Initial down payment: Usually, about one-third to thirty percent of the total amount, in the session of starting the treatment and closing the device.
• Monthly installments: The rest of the amount will be received in a period between six and twelve months and at the same time as the monthly visits.
• Settlement before the end of treatment: In many offices, payment must be completed before the device is opened.

The less talked about thing is: ask the office to give you the payment plan in writing and with a specific date. This will keep your household budget in order and prevent misunderstandings in the middle of the treatment. Also ask if the contract amount stays the same during treatment or adjusts as annual rates change; This difference in a two-year treatment can be very important.

Why the cheapest price is not always the best choice

Orthodontics is one of those treatments where the cost of a wrong choice is many times the difference of the initial price. Consider patients who choose to save money on an option that does not have a detailed treatment plan. The possible results of such a path are not few: the opening of unwanted spaces, disruption of occlusion, tooth root erosion, gum problems due to improper hygiene and insufficient control, and in the worst case, the need for re-orthodontic treatment; The second treatment, which is both more expensive and more difficult, because this time the doctor must correct the results of the previous work. The logical suggestion is not to always choose the most expensive option. The suggestion is to weigh the price against three other things: the doctor’s expertise and qualifications, the transparency of the treatment plan and service package, and the possibility of long-term follow-up. A lower number is not worth the risk if the dentist cannot explain to you exactly what movement is performed on which tooth and at what interval.

How to know the exact price of your orthodontics?

The only way to get the real number is through an expert consultation. In this session, a clinical examination is performed, panoramic and cephalometric photos are checked, and if needed, scanning or molding is done to design the treatment plan. The output of the meeting should be three things: a diagnosis, treatment options with pros and cons of each, and an estimate of the cost and length of treatment for each option.

To get the most out of your consultation, bring the following: previous dental records and photos, a list of medications and medical history, additional insurance conditions, and most importantly, your realistic expectation of the treatment outcome. If your main concern is the appearance of the bracket at work or you have budget constraints, raise it at the beginning; In many cases, there are several treatment paths with different costs, and choosing between them is better done by knowing your priorities.

Orthodontics at Dr. Shibaniya’s office

Dr. Shibania’s specialized office in Valiasr and Chitgar branches in Tehran offers fixed, movable and invisible orthodontic treatments with a specific treatment plan for each patient. Our pricing approach is based on three principles: transparency In announcing the service package, stability the amount agreed upon during treatment, and flexibility In the installment payment plan, so that financial pressure does not prevent the start of treatment.

Dr. Shibaniya’s orthodontics office – Valiasr and Chitgar branches, Tehran

If you want to know how much orthodontics costs in your particular situation, the consultation session is the first and most important step. In this meeting, treatment options, estimated time frame and payment plan will be provided to you in writing.

Frequently asked questions about the price of orthodontics 1405

summary

The orthodontic price of 1405 is not a fixed number, it is a range in which ten factors determine your position: type of device, number of jaws, severity of abnormality, age, length of treatment, auxiliary treatments, doctor’s expertise, brand of materials, location and equipment of the office, and conditions of the maintenance stage. Your skill as a patient is not to find the cheapest number, but to know what services each number includes and what risks it removes or adds. The next step is simple: get a professional consultation, get a treatment plan and cost estimate in writing, and make a decision based on comparing service packages, not comparing two blank numbers. The smile you get at the end of this journey will be with you for years.

This article is informative and is not a substitute for face-to-face examination and consultation. All numbers quoted are approximate market ranges at the time of writing and are subject to change.