[NeoDestinyZ]

Hi everyone,

I haven't been on here for a while now. I'm trying to look for a good dental clinic that provides good work for braces, but on the affordable size. I heard it can estimate around 5-8k for yearly maintenance's including braces.

But I'm basically looking at a economic way of getting the job done without going home with an empty pocket.

Any good recommendation would be appreciated.

[originalhypa]

There used to be a guy in Coquitlam who would do dentistry out of his house. Good prices, but not the cleanest dental office around.

Wonder what happened to him?

:troll:

[GLOW]

dr ritchie mah - metro pointe centre across from where station square is/used to be.
he's an orthodontist. i think his pricing was around 5-6k many years ago, paid monthly over the span of treatment.

[jmvdesign]

Robin Jackson in Blundell Richmond is the most recommended orthodontist in Richmond. Mine turned out perfect and it cost me 7K during the two year span treatment. They provided me a retainer as well and welded my bottom row of teeth permanently so it will never shift or crowd ever again. They have a pretty good financing plan as well. This is something you never want to cheap out or else it will prolong the treatment longer than usual.

[quasi]

Teeth aren't to different then eyes, I'd be looking for the best not the cheapest out there.

[originalhypa]

Teeth aren't to different then eyes, I'd be looking for the best not the cheapest out there.

Very true.
I'm in the process of getting my daughter a set of braces, and we're looking at anywhere from $5500-$7500. That's the problem with braces. If it goes perfect, you can expect to pay the cheaper price. But add in additional treatments, surgeries, etc to fix any underlying issues and you're going to see the costs rise quickly.

There are options though. You could go with the standard wire braces like we all grew up with. Or you can go with one of the new treatments, like Invisilign. But don't expect them to be any cheaper. We were quoted $6k for Invisilign.

Check out this link for more info. It helped us when my wife was looking for options.
Straighten your teeth with these braces options for adults | Beauty | Look Great | Best Health (http://www.besthealthmag.ca/look-great/beauty/straighten-your-teeth-with-these-braces-options-for-adults)

[Roach]

^ Agreed.

I recently decided to fix my teeth as well. I decided to choose the invisalign treatment for personal & professional reasons. I was naive and went through a bit of an experience in choosing a treatment plan.

First I went to my dentist. She worked out a plan that would require removing 4 teeth to lessen my crowding. Those terrible tasting plaster molds were taken. She quoted me $6500. I agreed not knowing any better. The Invisalign company received my mold and her treatment plan and flat out rejected her plan. I was refunded my $6500.

Feeling dejected, I decided to visit an orthodontist (Wilbur Chow of Panorama Orthodontics). I explained what had happened with my previous experience and he laughed at the notion I would need to have teeth removed. He explained to me in full detail how my teeth would be corrected. I was quoted $8000 as my teeth will require at least 2.5 years of treatment. I gladly accepted as I felt far more comfortable with Dr. Chow's level of knowledge and treatment plan. Turns out he's a cool guy too, owning a modded E90 M3 sedan. Loves to talk cars.

Go to an experienced orthodontist. Don't focus on cost alone and make sure you are explained what their treatment plan is for you as it can vary. If someone wants to extract I would be very curious as to why. Those aren't teeth you can grow back later.

Kev

[Phil@rise]

Teeth aren't to different then eyes, I'd be looking for the best not the cheapest out there.

very different. What would you rather be without lol

[will068]

HGS Orthodontics | Richmond, Port Coquitlam BC | Braces | Invisalign | Dr. Geoff Smith (http://www.hgsortho.com/)

Has both Richmond and Poco Offices.

I had mine done in 2002-2003. Cost was $4k. Then again, my teeth weren't that messed up.

[seakrait]

^ Agreed.

I recently decided to fix my teeth as well. I decided to choose the invisalign treatment for personal & professional reasons. I was naive and went through a bit of an experience in choosing a treatment plan.

First I went to my dentist. She worked out a plan that would require removing 4 teeth to lessen my crowding. Those terrible tasting plaster molds were taken. She quoted me $6500. I agreed not knowing any better. The Invisalign company received my mold and her treatment plan and flat out rejected her plan. I was refunded my $6500.

Feeling dejected, I decided to visit an orthodontist (Wilbur Chow of Panorama Orthodontics). I explained what had happened with my previous experience and he laughed at the notion I would need to have teeth removed. He explained to me in full detail how my teeth would be corrected. I was quoted $8000 as my teeth will require at least 2.5 years of treatment. I gladly accepted as I felt far more comfortable with Dr. Chow's level of knowledge and treatment plan. Turns out he's a cool guy too, owning a modded E90 M3 sedan. Loves to talk cars.

Go to an experienced orthodontist. Don't focus on cost alone and make sure you are explained what their treatment plan is for you as it can vary. If someone wants to extract I would be very curious as to why. Those aren't teeth you can grow back later.

Kev

I got braces when I was in high school (well over two decades ago) and my dentist at that time, in concert with my orthodontist, extracted all four of my pre-molars as well as all four of my yet-to-erupt wisdom teeth (they didn't knock me out - it was all just with local anaesthetic in two sessions). Apparently that was how things were done back then to make room for my teeth. 20+ years later and my teeth have shifted again and I am effectively now missing eight teeth. :(

I'm looking at Invisalign as well now.

[Hondaracer]

If you do get braces make sure ya wear your retainer after!

10k on my teeth and they still crooked :(
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[Lomac]

Do you have a dental plan?

The Simpsons - DENTAL PLAN! - YouTube

If so, check your coverage and see if braces are covered by it. My parents got lucky when I was younger since I needed braces and their dental plan covered the majority of the cost. If you're doing this purely out of pocket, though... unless you need it fixed right away, try to wait a little bit to find a job that has decent dental coverage.

[miss_crayon]

Check out these threads.

My brother and I went to Dr. Ritchie Mah (like someone else posted) and granted we got them in 98-00, cost per person was about ~$5000. NO teeth were removed, had braces for 2 years, retainer up until...2005? then I got lazy and stopped wearing it. Front tooth shifted back out a little bit but not noticeable except me. All in all, find a professional! Read reviews, have your dentist refer a few people for you to look into.

http://www.revscene.net/forums/680747-invisalign.html

http://www.revscene.net/forums/662035-cheap-braces-orthodontist-dentist-vancouver.html

[Manic!]

One word invisalign. My cost was $5000 and will take 1 year. I have around 3 months left.

[Lomac]

Invisalign isn't for everyone. If you just need minor adjustments, Invisalign works great. However, if you need some major restructuring (think British teeth :p ), you're stuck with the more traditional metal braces.

[quasi]

very different. What would you rather be without lol

Why choose? I'd pick the best care for both but that's me.

[BrRsn]

Check Dr. James Findlay in langley

he does great work, funny guy, and very reasonable prices.

Dentists were quoting me prices ranging from 10-14k and he did it all in for I believe half what others were quoting -- the only hassle was that it was all the way out in langley. But, even if you make a trip a month you still save a ton.

[Lomac]

Check Dr. James Findlay in langley

he does great work, funny guy, and very reasonable prices.

Dentists were quoting me prices ranging from 10-14k and he did it all in for I believe half what others were quoting -- the only hassle was that it was all the way out in langley. But, even if you make a trip a month you still save a ton.

The address of his "work" is in the middle of a residential housing complex... :heckno:

lol

[El Bastardo]

think British teeth

:okay:

[4444]

OP u r a turd, cost of braces depend on the work you are having done.

Mine cost $9k, but I had a lot of work done in a surprisingly quick time (no fear of pain, so I amped up the speed)

Please, go el cheapo - u'll regret it in 10 years when u have braces again

[4444]

Invisalign isn't for everyone. If you just need minor adjustments, Invisalign works great. However, if you need some major restructuring (think British teeth :p ), you're stuck with the more traditional metal braces.

For a little extra, you can get clear plastic brackets in the top, which decrease the visibility a lot, they're more brittle than metal, but mine didn't break, so were worth the extra cost ($500 or $1k - I'm not vain, but I was willing to pony this up no question, makes a huge difference)

Invisilign are hit and miss, only good for minor movement, and I know ppl who had Invisalign for 4 yrs then needed real braces to actually do the job

[4444]

If you do get braces make sure ya wear your retainer after!

10k on my teeth and they still crooked :(
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I find that paying for braces myself (not having them when I was a kid on parents' dime) makes it so that I never miss a night with my retainer.

Sexy? No... But neither are crooked teeth

[Verdasco]

OP u r a turd, cost of braces depend on the work you are having done.

Mine cost $9k, but I had a lot of work done in a surprisingly quick time (no fear of pain, so I amped up the speed)

Please, go el cheapo - u'll regret it in 10 years when u have braces again

9k what the fuck!?!?

got mine for 5kish by dr samuel k chiang on main and 15th, loved that guy, always had a great conversation even though he only did the check ups and the assistants had to do the dirty work, the caucasian assistants were douches though...,

Dr.Samuel K.Chiang graduated from Dentistry with a D.M.D. degree from the University of British Columbia in 1974 . After several years in general dental practice, he returned to graduate studies in Orthodontics at the University of Manitoba in 1979. In 1981, he received a Master of Science degree from the University of Manitoba. He returned to Vancouver to join Dr. Daniel Cheng to practice the specialty of Orthodontics. He is a member of the Canadian and the American Associations of Orthodontists. In 1992, Sam became a Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics, as well as a Fellow of the Royal College of Dentists of Canada. Aside from clinical practice, over the years Sam has been actively participating in several study clubs in orthodontics, instructed and lectured at the Faculty of Dentistry at the University of British Columbia. He enjoys learning and practicing orthodontics.

one thing i noticed when going to this place is that tons of rich baller kids from private schools all go here LOL

mommies driving dem bentlys and ferraris

[xXSupa]

I got mine about 5 years back from Dr. Melissa Lin Dental in Vancouver. Great people, very friendly. Not too sure about pricing anymore, probably went wayyy up, but I paid around $3500 for the whole procedure.

Home Page of Dr. Lin's Dental Clinic (http://www.drmelissalin.com/index.html)

[punkwax]

Much like most professions, the price varies on the amount of work required. Pretty simple..

Agree with Honda. Mine were ~6k and after a couple years of retainer, my ortho said I didn't have to wear it every night anymore. I stopped wearing it completely and now nearly 20 yrs later I have 2 crooked teeth and always think about getting them straightened again...

[jmvdesign]

For a little extra, you can get clear plastic brackets in the top, which decrease the visibility a lot, they're more brittle than metal, but mine didn't break, so were worth the extra cost ($500 or $1k - I'm not vain, but I was willing to pony this up no question, makes a huge difference)

Invisilign are hit and miss, only good for minor movement, and I know ppl who had Invisalign for 4 yrs then needed real braces to actually do the job

Clear plastic brackets stain easily. Not recommended for coffee drinkers. I remember seeing a someone with these plastic versions and they were stained bad which looked pretty gross. Just go metal and embrace your braces. No shame in getting this treatment done.

[4444]

9k what the fuck!?!?



U have no idea as to the level of work they did for me.

Luckily, I'm not some joker who can't afford it, my ortho came highly recommended, they did me proud (again, lots of work), and did it quickly.

Given I'm not a punk anymore, speed and lack of train tracks were important, I got both, I paid $9k, I'd do it all over again.

I'd also pay extra and not take 2 yrs like most

And, againt, I paid for a bunch of 'extras' - I did not want full train tracks in my face, took some ppl a while to realize I had braces on (the daily soup for lunch was one)

[4444]

Clear plastic brackets stain easily. Not recommended for coffee drinkers. I remember seeing a someone with these plastic versions and they were stained bad which looked pretty gross. Just go metal and embrace your braces. No shame in getting this treatment done.

I had heard that, yet I eat a lot of curry and drink a lot of tea (no coffee) - didn't stain at all.

The bands stain (so get the grey ones), but my clear brackets saw no staining whatsoever - I was pleasantly surprised

[OGCStrike]

Dr. Lim at richmond does a pree good job too. Finished my braces in 2 years ish, now on my retainers :)

[Spidey]

I am pretty sure prices are somewhat standardized across the board. The last thing you want to do is get a "deal" on dental, orthodontic, optometrists; anything medical for that matter. Your best bet is to go to a place where they will let you pay monthly.

[BrRsn]

The address of his "work" is in the middle of a residential housing complex... :heckno:

lol

Not sure if that's accurate -- he used to be right across from the big superstore when I was going to him back in the mid 2000's


BTW, Prices are not standard. There is a set price dentists must charge for work done and that is the portion usually covered by your coverage. The amount they charge above that is variable and depends on the location/dentist you visit

[Manic!]

Invisalign isn't for everyone. If you just need minor adjustments, Invisalign works great. However, if you need some major restructuring (think British teeth :p ), you're stuck with the more traditional metal braces.

My teeth were pretty bad and I got Invisalign. Have about 6 weeks left.

[Manic!]

I know ppl who had Invisalign for 4 yrs then needed real braces to actually do the job

How the hell did it take 4 years? When I got my first tray the package said 1 of 27 and I knew it was 2.5 weeks per tray. Later it was cut down to 2 weeks per tray.

[StylinRed]

ive a few dentists in the family that will charge you the cost of the materials and nothing for their time if you're in a fix but you'll have to do some travelling (closest and best one is in boston) but at least you'll get a holiday out of it

feel free to pm

[4444]

How the hell did it take 4 years? When I got my first tray the package said 1 of 27 and I knew it was 2.5 weeks per tray. Later it was cut down to 2 weeks per tray.

Just didn't work, 6 months with train tracks, teeth were perfect.

I don't know all the details, but it is first hand information - maybe she was doing something wrong, don't know... But unlikely (given this is an adult professional)

[Presto]

Cheapest option:

http://drdentalcare.files.wordpress.com/2013/04/lisa-braces.jpg

Just don't get them wet.

[Sentinel]

I went to Dr. Daniel Cheng on Braces on Main(Main and 15th). Was about $6000, but mine took 7yrs....

The first orthodontist I met said he would have to take out 4 teeth and do jaw surgery... But Dr. Cheng said he wouldn't need to take any teeth out and doesn't need to break my jaw...

[The_Situation]

My teeth were pretty bad and I got Invisalign. Have about 6 weeks left.

How is the progress for your teeth then?

[Hurricane]

Already two Simpsons references in this thread.

First thing I thought of...

''Did somebody say cheap braces!!??''
http://dorkshelf.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2009/12/drnick.gif

[4444]

I went to Dr. Daniel Cheng on Braces on Main(Main and 15th). Was about $6000, but mine took 7yrs....

The first orthodontist I met said he would have to take out 4 teeth and do jaw surgery... But Dr. Cheng said he wouldn't need to take any teeth out and doesn't need to break my jaw...

7 years!!! More details, that's crazy!

A first guy ($6-7k quote) wanted 4 teeth out and headgear.... Errrr no thanks.

$9k got me 1 tooth removed, no headgear, 18 months - much better option

As far as I can see, from my experience, you get what u pay for!

[Manic!]

How is the progress for your teeth then?

All my gaps have closed up and it only took about a year. I think it's a way better option than braces.

[twitchyzero]

also went to Dr. Chiang on Main when I was a kid
one of my upper central incisors grew out at 90 degrees rotated...only had braces on the top teeth
it was pricey but he did a pretty good job.
I went to another dentist to finish the work and had to wear headgear to sleep for a few month...not fun.

[4444]

All my gaps have closed up and it only took about a year. I think it's a way better option than braces.

Of course it is, if ur needs are met by invisilign's abilities. Most ppl can't get invisilign - no way it would have worked for me, but if it does, fuck yes do it!

[Ludepower]

I dont think theres such a thing as cheap orthodontics...it all depends on how much work is needed
Dr. Melnik at Eagle orthodontics in metrotown
I paid 6k but with a payment plan...you really dont notice the huge cost.
Looking back at my molds....Im shocked on what he was able to do...very professional nice and observant.

Every ortho gives estimates...go in for one and dont be concerned about price..listen to see who can you look better.

[Verdasco]

I went to Dr. Daniel Cheng on Braces on Main(Main and 15th). Was about $6000, but mine took 7yrs....

The first orthodontist I met said he would have to take out 4 teeth and do jaw surgery... But Dr. Cheng said he wouldn't need to take any teeth out and doesn't need to break my jaw...

you dun goofed if it took you 7 years... Did you not wear your rubber bands?? had the same Doctor too

[AzNightmare]

:lawl::lawl:

Dr.Daniel Cheng. I had him... for eleven years. I kid you not.
At one point, I was really tempted to just ask him if I was his longest patient ever... but I didn't want to make it sound like a joke.

I know several people that went with him, and they all told me he takes a long time,
although no one ever beats my record of course...

He does a good job, I can't really compare him with anyone because he's the only orthodontist I've had.
Although he's getting kind of old now, and not sure how much longer he plans to work.
He seems to be pretty dedicated though.
I paid a flat rate of $5000, and he continued to work on my teeth for all those years.

In the last 2 years, I was visiting him once every 6 weeks. Quite inconvenient.
My teeth seemed to be straight after the 3rd year, but he always made some minor tweaks here and there.
And then I guess in the final few years, he tried to close up the gaps.

Not really sure. To an average person like me, seemed like my teeth should have been done long ago.

Anyway, my teeth is still fine now, although I only had them removed about 2 years ago.

[jnesss]

Hi everyone,

I haven't been on here for a while now. I'm trying to look for a good dental clinic that provides good work for braces, but on the affordable size. I heard it can estimate around 5-8k for yearly maintenance's including braces.

But I'm basically looking at a economic way of getting the job done without going home with an empty pocket.

Any good recommendation would be appreciated.

the cost of braces can vary from $1000-$10000 based on how crowded your teeth are. take the advice of a member and make an appointment with a recommended ortho. the orthodontist will charge you $300 and take a mold of your mouth, study it, then call you back for a real consultation. from there, he will give you a rough estimate for treatment length and the plan for however many years to come.

you've gotta pay to play and i can honestly say that this was the best 6g's i've spent.

i still remember the day i got my braces off. i was so excited that i couldn't stop licking my teeth. the sensation was so weird, yet so satisfying :D

[4444]

Dr. Charity Sui, clear view ortho on broadway just west of cambie - lots of newer technology, got it done quick, very busy in there. There's a reason I see her at the expensive restaurants I eat, because she's good and charges a pretty penny!!! Seriously, I see her at nice restaurants here and there - small city!

[Sentinel]

you dun goofed if it took you 7 years... Did you not wear your rubber bands?? had the same Doctor too

I always wore my elastics. I think he just forgot about when I started. He always made minor adjustments to it. I got it taken off in dec 2011. Around aug 2011 I asked him how much longer since its been a long time...so he looked at my chart and said before xmas...
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