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Braces and orthodontics cost in North Texas

Braces move teeth into better alignment over months to a couple of years. Treatment is usually priced as one total fee that covers the whole course of visits.

Participating practices: Sonría Dentista of Arlington, Sonría Dentista of Commerce and Sonría Dentista of Paris.

How will you pay?

Prices at participating practices

Dental fees differ from one practice to the next. Each price below was set by that practice for that location. It is not a standard, average or typical price for braces elsewhere. Where a practice has no public price, you can request an estimate from it.

Sonría Dentista of Arlington

Sonría DentistaAffiliated with MyDentalPrice

2024 Baird Farm Rd, Suite 100, Arlington, TX 76006

$2,499 – $5,499

Typical range · Comprehensive braces, total treatment

Verified Nov 3, 2026

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Braces and orthodontics at Sonría Dentista of ArlingtonSet by Sonría Dentista for its Arlington location. Other practices set their own prices.Cash prices for patients paying without insurance unless marked otherwise. Using insurance, or Medicaid or CHIP where accepted? The office verifies your coverage and confirms your cost.
ServicePrice
Comprehensive braces, total treatmentSimple cases start at $2,499. The total depends on the treatment plan set at the consultation.Verified by the practice Nov 3, 2026$2,499 – $5,499Typical range
Orthodontic consultationVerified by the practice Nov 3, 2026FreeFlat fee
  • Typical range: What most of this practice's patients pay. Your price can fall outside this range.
  • Flat fee: A fixed fee at this practice for the service described.

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Request estimateRequest appointmentCall (682) 284-1120

Sonría Dentista of Commerce

Sonría DentistaAffiliated with MyDentalPrice

2210 Live Oak St, Suite C, Commerce, TX 75428

$2,499 – $5,499

Typical range · Comprehensive braces, total treatment

Verified Nov 3, 2026

Dental implantsDenturesExtractionsEmergency dental careBraces and orthodonticsInvisalignMedicaid and CHIP, subject to verification
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Braces and orthodontics at Sonría Dentista of CommerceSet by Sonría Dentista for its Commerce location. Other practices set their own prices.Cash prices for patients paying without insurance unless marked otherwise. Using insurance, or Medicaid or CHIP where accepted? The office verifies your coverage and confirms your cost.
ServicePrice
Comprehensive braces, total treatmentSimple cases start at $2,499. The total depends on the treatment plan set at the consultation.Verified by the practice Nov 3, 2026$2,499 – $5,499Typical range
Orthodontic consultationVerified by the practice Nov 3, 2026FreeFlat fee
  • Typical range: What most of this practice's patients pay. Your price can fall outside this range.
  • Flat fee: A fixed fee at this practice for the service described.

Not a quote. Your dentist confirms your cost after an exam. How we show prices

Request estimateRequest appointmentCall (903) 246-4424

Sonría Dentista of Paris

Sonría DentistaAffiliated with MyDentalPrice

707 Lamar Ave, Suite L, Paris, TX 75460

$2,499 – $5,499

Typical range · Comprehensive braces, total treatment

Verified Nov 3, 2026

Dental implantsDenturesExtractionsEmergency dental careBraces and orthodonticsInvisalignTMJ and facial pain
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Braces and orthodontics at Sonría Dentista of ParisSet by Sonría Dentista for its Paris location. Other practices set their own prices.Cash prices for patients paying without insurance unless marked otherwise. Using insurance, or Medicaid or CHIP where accepted? The office verifies your coverage and confirms your cost.
ServicePrice
Comprehensive braces, total treatmentSimple cases start at $2,499. The total depends on the treatment plan set at the consultation.Verified by the practice Nov 3, 2026$2,499 – $5,499Typical range
Orthodontic consultationVerified by the practice Nov 3, 2026FreeFlat fee
  • Typical range: What most of this practice's patients pay. Your price can fall outside this range.
  • Flat fee: A fixed fee at this practice for the service described.

Not a quote. Your dentist confirms your cost after an exam. How we show prices

Request estimateRequest appointmentCall (903) 609-0567

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What the treatment is

Orthodontic treatment starts with records (photos, X-rays and impressions or scans) and a treatment plan. Braces are adjusted at regular visits, and a retainer keeps teeth in place afterwards.

Comprehensive treatment addresses the whole bite. Limited treatment addresses a specific problem, such as a few crooked front teeth.

Why it may be recommended

  • Crowded or spaced teeth.
  • Overbite, underbite, crossbite or open bite.
  • Teeth that are hard to clean because of crowding.

Treatment types and variations

Tap a type to see when it is used and what to weigh. Your dentist recommends options after examining you.

Treatment types

Comprehensive, adolescentFull treatment for teens.
Codes to ask about
D8080
Comprehensive, adultFull treatment for adults.
Codes to ask about
D8090
Comprehensive, transitional dentitionWhen a child still has some baby teeth.
Codes to ask about
D8070
Limited treatmentCorrecting a specific problem.
Codes to ask about
D8040

Types of braces

Metal bracesStainless steel brackets; usually the lowest cost.
Ceramic bracesTooth-colored brackets; less visible and can cost more.
Clear alignersSee the Invisalign guide.

Retention

RetainersRemovable or bonded wires that hold teeth after treatment.
Codes to ask about
D8680
Replacement retainerIf lost or broken.
Codes to ask about
D8703, D8704

Materials and techniques

Brackets and wires
Metal or ceramic brackets and nickel-titanium or steel wires.

Benefits, limitations and possible risks

Benefits

  • Improves alignment and bite.
  • Teeth may be easier to clean.

Limitations

  • Takes months to years.
  • Requires regular visits and good hygiene.
  • Retainers are needed long-term to keep results.

Possible risks

  • Decay or white spots around brackets with poor brushing.
  • Root shortening in some patients.
  • Discomfort after adjustments.
  • Teeth can shift back without retainers.

What happens during treatment

  1. 1

    Consultation and records

    Photos, X-rays and scans.

  2. 2

    Placement

    Brackets are bonded and wires placed.

  3. 3

    Adjustments

    Regular visits.

  4. 4

    Removal and retainers

    Braces removed and retainers provided.

Recovery and maintenance

  • Soreness for a few days after placement and adjustments.
  • Avoid hard and sticky foods.
  • Wear retainers as directed.

What affects the cost

Length and complexity
Mild crowding takes less time than bite correction, and the total fee reflects that.
Type of braces
Metal braces usually cost less than ceramic (tooth-colored) braces.
What the total includes
Ask whether records, adjustments, emergency visits and retainers are included.
Age
Adult treatment can take longer and is sometimes priced differently from teen treatment.

Common additional charges

These are billed separately at many offices. Not every patient needs them.

RecordsSometimes separate.
RetainersSometimes separate; replacements usually are.
ExtractionsIf teeth need removal for space.

Procedure fee or total case cost?

Orthodontics is usually one total fee paid over time. Make sure the quote states what is included, especially records and retainers.

Paying with insurance, without insurance, or with Medicaid/CHIP

With insurance

Some dental plans include an orthodontic benefit, usually a lifetime maximum and often for children only. Check your plan's orthodontic coverage and age limits.

Without insurance

Most offices offer monthly payment plans for orthodontic treatment. Ask for the total fee, the down payment and the monthly amount.

Medicaid and CHIP

Texas Medicaid and CHIP generally cover braces only when they are medically necessary, such as a severe bite problem, and prior approval is required. Cosmetic straightening is not covered.

Accepted at Arlington and Commerce, subject to eligibility and plan verification.

Alternative treatments

Alternatives depend on your teeth and health. Ask your dentist to explain the trade-offs of each option, including doing nothing.

Clear aligners
Removable; suitability depends on the case.
Limited treatment
For minor issues.

Codes to ask your insurer about

Insurers price treatment by ADA CDT procedure code. The office confirms the exact code for your treatment; labels here are plain-English summaries.

D8080Comprehensive orthodontic treatment, adolescent
D8090Comprehensive orthodontic treatment, adult
D8070Comprehensive orthodontic treatment, transitional dentition
D8040Limited orthodontic treatment, adult dentition
D8660Pre-orthodontic exam to monitor growth
D8670Periodic orthodontic treatment visit
D8680Orthodontic retention (removal and retainers)
D8703Replacement retainer, upper
D8704Replacement retainer, lower

Questions to ask your dentist

  • What is the total fee, and what does it include?
  • How long will treatment take?
  • What are the down payment and monthly payment?
  • Are retainers included?

Frequently asked questions

Which Sonría offices offer braces?

Arlington, Commerce and Paris offer orthodontic treatment. Grand Prairie does not.

Does CHIP or Medicaid pay for braces?

Generally only when braces are medically necessary for a severe bite problem, with prior approval. The office can check your child's eligibility.

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