Braces vs Invisalign for Teens in Broward County
Your teen needs straighter teeth.
You're staring at two options: traditional braces or Invisalign.
And honestly, you have no idea which one to pick.
Both claim to work.
Both say they're the better choice.
So what's the real difference, and more importantly, which one actually fits your family's life?
The truth is this decision isn't just about teeth straightening.
It's about your teen's confidence, their school schedule, their sports commitments, and how much responsibility they can handle.
It's about whether they care if their friends see metal brackets or if invisibility matters to them.
It's about your budget and whether you can afford the flexibility or need something locked in place.
At SMILE-FX Orthodontics & Clear Aligner Studio in Miramar, we work with teens from across Broward County every single day who are stuck in this exact spot.
Families from Pembroke Pines, Hollywood, Weston, Cooper City, Davie, and Fort Lauderdale come to us because we don't push one option.
We break down what actually works for your teen's specific situation.
Understanding the Core Differences Between Braces and Invisalign
Let's cut through the noise.
Braces and Invisalign both straighten teeth and fix bite problems.
That part's not the question.
The real question is how they do it, what they demand from your teen, and how they fit into the life your family is actually living.
Braces use small brackets bonded directly to each tooth, connected by a wire that applies gentle pressure over time.
Think of them as a fixed system that works whether your teen remembers them or not.
They're always on, always working, always visible.
Invisalign and other clear aligner systems work differently.
Your teen wears a series of custom plastic trays that shift slightly every one to two weeks.
These trays come out for eating, drinking, and brushing.
Nobody sees them when your teen is across the room.
But they only work when they're actually in your teen's mouth.
That difference matters more than you might think.
Why Braces Still Win for Many Broward Teens
Let's be real about braces.
They've been around for decades because they work, and they work for pretty much every orthodontic situation you can throw at them.
Braces handle complex cases that clear aligners struggle with.
Severe crowding, significant overbites, underbites, teeth that need rotation, jaw discrepancies—braces can move teeth in ways that would take clear aligners much longer or might not be possible at all.
If your teen has a complicated bite, braces are often the faster, more reliable path.
Braces don't require your teen to remember anything.
This is huge.
Your teen doesn't have to remember to put them in.
They don't have to track where they put them.
They don't have to remember to put them back in after lunch.
Braces stay bonded to the teeth 24/7.
They work while your teen sleeps, studies, plays sports, or forgets entirely.
If your teen has ADHD, a busy schedule, or just isn't naturally organized, this matters.
Braces let your teen have fun with their look.
Color ties on the brackets mean your teen can show school spirit, match their sports team, or switch it up every month.
We work with teens who get purple ties for Pembroke Pines High, blue for their soccer team, or green for environmental club.
Ceramic or tooth-colored brackets offer more subtle options for teens who want to keep things low-key.
Even lingual braces, which sit behind the teeth, exist if your teen really cares about invisibility but needs fixed treatment.
At SMILE-FX, we use AI-guided digital planning with our braces systems, which means your teen spends less time in the chair and we move teeth more predictably.
The real trade-off with braces is food restrictions and hygiene.
Your teen needs to avoid sticky candy, hard nuts, chewy pizza crust, and popcorn.
Brushing and flossing takes longer because the wire and brackets are in the way.
Some teens see this as annoying.
Others don't care because they're not managing a removable appliance.
When Invisalign and Clear Aligners Make Real Sense
Now flip the situation.
Your teen is self-conscious about their appearance.
They're in theater or debate.
They model.
They play sports and don't want to worry about broken brackets.
They're a musician and don't want to adjust to something on their teeth.
Clear aligners change the game for these teens.
Nobody sees them.
Seriously.
From normal conversation distance, clear aligners are essentially invisible.
Your teen can smile in photos, give presentations, perform on stage, or go on dates without metal in their mouth.
For image-conscious teens, this alone can be worth choosing aligners.
Eating is normal.
Your teen takes the aligners out, eats whatever they want, and puts them back in.
No food restrictions.
No worrying about breaking something.
Just normal teenage eating.
They still need to brush their teeth after eating before putting the aligners back in, but there's no special diet.
Brushing and flossing is easier.
Because the aligners come out, your teen can brush and floss like they normally would.
No navigating around wires or brackets.
This is better for enamel and gum health over the long run.
Fewer visits and less chair time.
With remote monitoring options, your teen might not need to come in as often.
For families with multiple kids in different activities, this matters.
Less time away from school, practices, and commitments.
But here's the reality that most practices won't tell you straight: clear aligners only work if your teen actually wears them.
They need to be in your teen's mouth 20 to 22 hours per day.
That means they come out for meals and maybe water, then go right back in.
Lose a tray or forget to wear them for a weekend, and your teen falls behind.
Some cases can't be treated with aligners alone either.
We sometimes recommend starting with braces and finishing with aligners, or the other way around.
The Real Conversation: Responsibility and Lifestyle
Here's what we actually talk about when families come in.
Is your teen naturally organized?
Do they remember to pack their lunch?
Do their backpacks look like they've been through a tornado?
If you're constantly reminding them about homework and dentist appointments, clear aligners might be a frustration.
Is your teen athletic?
If they play contact sports, aligners can work fine, but braces might be simpler.
If they play wind instruments, aligners are usually easier to adapt to.
How much does your teen care about what people see?
This isn't shallow.
It's real.
Some teens feel invisible with braces and more confident.
Others feel self-conscious.
Both feelings are valid.
What's your family's schedule actually like?
If you're driving across Broward County three times a week anyway, appointment frequency matters less.
If you're already overbooked, fewer visits becomes important.
These aren't clinical questions.
They're life questions.
And they matter more than marketing promises.
What Makes SMILE-FX Different in Broward County
We're going to be honest: plenty of dental offices offer braces and Invisalign.
We're different because we're only orthodontics.
Not orthodontics plus general dentistry plus implants plus whatever else fills the chairs.
Just orthodontics, done right.
Our board-certified orthodontist completed years of additional specialty training beyond dental school.
Your teen isn't getting treated by someone who does braces on Tuesdays and cleanings on Wednesdays.
They're getting treated by a specialist whose entire focus is straightening teeth and fixing bites.
We use 3D scanning and AI-powered treatment planning for everything.
No guessing.
No "we'll see how it goes."
We scan your teen's teeth, run them through our system, and show you exactly how their teeth will move and what the timeline looks like.
Our studio in Miramar is designed for families from across South Florida.
Free parking.
Evening and weekend hours so treatment fits around school, not the other way around.
Multilingual staff because we work with families who speak English, Spanish, and Mandarin.
Payment plans at zero percent interest so cost doesn't become the blocker.
We offer all the options under one roof, so our recommendations aren't limited by what we happen to specialize in.
We're not pushing you toward the system that makes us the most money.
We're pointing you toward what actually works for your teen.
Speed Isn't Everything, But It Matters
The old rule was that braces are faster than aligners.
That's not always true anymore, and here's why.
With modern technology and AI-guided planning, we move teeth more efficiently with both systems.
But speed depends on your teen's specific situation.
A simple crowding case with clear aligners might finish in 12 months.
A severe bite problem with braces might take 18 months.
A complex case with either system could take 24 months or longer.
What actually determines speed?
The complexity of what we're fixing.
How consistently your teen cooperates.
Their age and how their jaw is still growing.
Whether they follow care guidelines.
Instead of claiming one system is always faster, we estimate your teen's timeline based on their actual scan and bite analysis.
Then we explain what they can do to stay on track.
The Day-to-Day Reality: What Doesn't Get Talked About Enough
Your teen gets braces.
For the first week, their mouth feels weird.
Brackets irritate their gums.
The wire pokes if they eat wrong.
This is normal and temporary.
Your teen gets aligners.
For the first day, they're self-conscious because they're thinking about the plastic in their mouth constantly.
By day two, they forget it's there.
But they also forget to keep them in sometimes.
With braces, your teen learns which foods to avoid and stops thinking about it.
They develop a brushing routine that works.
Sports feel normal once they get a mouthguard that fits right.
With aligners, your teen learns the schedule of when they come out and go back in.
They need a case to keep them safe.
They need to remember them when they're at a friend's house or at an overnight event.
Both approaches work.
Both have adjustments.
Neither is pain-free or friction-free.
The question is which friction your teen handles better.
Here's the Thing About Cost
Most parents think braces are cheaper and aligners are expensive.
Actually, at SMILE-FX, the cost difference is smaller than you'd expect.
We structure our fees so that both options are comparable.
We work with most major insurance plans, Medicaid, and offer payment plans at zero percent interest.
That means cost shouldn't be the deciding factor unless you truly can't afford either option right now.
And we can talk about that too.
Time to Make Your Move
Braces or Invisalign for your Broward County teen comes down to one thing: which option fits their personality, lifestyle, and your family's reality?
The best way to figure this out is to see what your teen's teeth will actually look like with each option.
Not imagine it.
See it.
That's what a free 3D scan and VIP smile consultation does.
We scan your teen's teeth, run them through our system, and show you both paths.
You see exactly how their smile changes with braces.
You see how it changes with aligners.
You walk through the timeline, the cost, the responsibility level, everything.
Then you decide.
No pressure.
No hard sell.
Just information that actually matters.
Book your free 3D scan and VIP smile consultation today.
We're located in Miramar with easy access from Pembroke Pines, Hollywood, Weston, Cooper City, Davie, Fort Lauderdale, and across South Florida.
Your teen's straighter smile is waiting, and we'll help you figure out the path that actually works for them.
What Happens After Your Braces or Invisalign Treatment Ends: The Real Story About Retainers and Keeping Your Smile Straight
You finish treatment.
Your braces come off or you wear your last clear aligner tray.
Your teeth are straight.
You're done, right?
Not exactly.
Here's what nobody tells you: the work after treatment matters just as much as the treatment itself.
Your teeth want to move back.
It's not a failure on anyone's part.
It's just biology.
Teeth have memory.
They spent years in one position and they'll push back toward that original spot unless you stop them.
This is where retainers come in.
And this is where most people mess up.
Why Retainers Are Non-Negotiable for Straight Teeth
Think of your teeth like a plant that's been tied to a stake.
You remove the stake and the plant will slowly lean back toward its original position.
That's your teeth without a retainer.
Retainers hold everything in place while your bone and gums solidify around your teeth in their new positions.
This takes time.
Months.
Years.
Maybe forever, depending on your situation.
The first few months after treatment are critical.
Your teeth are most likely to shift back during this window.
This is when wearing your retainer every single night matters most.
After six months, things stabilize but don't stop.
Your teeth will still want to move, just slower.
Most people need to wear retainers indefinitely, at least a few nights per week.
I've seen people spend two years getting their teeth straight and lose half the results in six months because they stopped wearing their retainer.
It's heartbreaking and completely preventable.
Fixed vs Removable Retainers: Which One Actually Works
You have options here.
Some work better than others depending on your situation.
A fixed retainer is a thin wire bonded to the back of your teeth.
Usually it covers your front six to eight teeth, the ones people see when you smile.
Pros: You can't forget to wear it.
It's always there working.
You brush and floss like normal.
It's invisible from the front.
Cons: You have to be careful flossing around the wire.
It can break if you're not gentle.
Eventually it might come loose and need rebonding.
It only protects the teeth it covers.
A removable retainer, usually a clear plastic tray that looks like a thin aligner, comes out for eating and cleaning.
Pros: Easy to clean.
Covers all your teeth, not just the front ones.
Easy to replace if it cracks.
Gives you a break from having something in your mouth.
Cons: You have to remember to wear it.
You can lose it or damage it.
Takes more effort to manage.
The best approach at SMILE-FX is often both.
A fixed retainer on your lower front teeth where relapse happens fastest, plus a removable retainer you wear at night.
This gives you protection even when you forget.
The Retainer Schedule That Actually Sticks
Everyone wants a simple answer here.
Wear it every night forever.
That's the honest one.
But here's a realistic breakdown:
Months one through six after treatment:
Wear your removable retainer every single night.
No exceptions.
This is non-negotiable.
Months six through twelve:
Still every night.
Your teeth are settling and you're building good habits.
One year and beyond:
Most people can shift to four to five nights per week.
Some people can do three nights.
A small percentage need to stay at every night.
The catch:
If you skip for two weeks and your teeth shift, you go back to every night.
Your teeth don't care about your schedule.
I recommend picking specific nights.
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
Make it a habit like brushing your teeth.
Don't think about it.
Just do it.
What Happens When You Slack on Retainers
Let me tell you what I see in the clinic.
Someone comes in years after finishing treatment saying their teeth have shifted.
They stopped wearing their retainer after a few months because their teeth felt stable.
Their front teeth have moved back together.
Their bite is off again.
The crowding is returning.
Sometimes it's fixable with a few months of new aligner trays.
Sometimes they need braces again.
It's always preventable.
The cost of replacing a retainer is two hundred to four hundred dollars.
The cost of retreating your teeth because you lost the results is several thousand dollars.
Do the math.
Caring for Your Retainer So It Lasts
If you're going to wear something in your mouth every night, keep it clean.
For removable retainers:
Rinse them with cool water after you take them out.
Once a week, soak them in a denture cleaning tablet or retainer cleaning solution.
Store them in the case.
Never wrap them in a napkin and forget about them.
I've seen patients throw retainers away by accident this way.
For fixed retainers:
Floss carefully around the wire using a floss threader.
It takes an extra thirty seconds.
Don't use an electric toothbrush with too much pressure right on the wire.
Eat carefully around the bonded area for the first week after it's placed.
For both types:
Never use hot water.
Heat warps plastic retainers and can loosen bonded wires.
Never leave them in direct sunlight on your dashboard.
Keep them away from pets.
Keep them in a safe spot where you won't forget them.
Can You Skip Retainers If You Had Clear Aligners
No.
This is a common misconception.
Some people think that because they wore Invisalign or clear aligners, they don't need retainers.
Your teeth don't know the difference between how they got straight.
They still want to move back.
Actually, clear aligner patients sometimes need retainers more because they're used to the feeling of something in their mouth.
The transition to retainers feels natural to them.
It's an easy habit to maintain.
What If Your Retainer Breaks or Gets Lost
Call the office.
Don't wait.
If your fixed retainer comes loose or breaks, get it rebonded or replaced quickly.
Every day without it is a day your teeth can shift.
If your removable retainer cracks or gets lost, we can make a new one from your final scan.
This usually takes a week or two.
In the meantime, wear your fixed retainer if you have one, or be extra careful about how you're using your teeth.
Many offices, including ours, include your first retainers in your treatment cost.
Replacements are separate but affordable.
The Long Game: Why This Matters
You spent time, money, and effort getting your teeth straight.
Your teeth are one of the first things people notice.
They're with you for the rest of your life.
Wearing a retainer for five minutes a night is the insurance policy on that investment.
At SMILE-FX, we give our patients retainer care instructions before they even finish treatment.
We make sure they understand the long-term commitment.
We give them resources and reminders.
We make replacement retainers affordable because we want your results to last.
The Real Talk About Retainers and Your Teeth
Your teeth will shift with or without a retainer as you age.
Gravity, your bite, your jaw growth, all of these things cause small changes over decades.
A retainer slows this down dramatically.
It keeps your teeth in the position they should be for as long as possible.
Some people need to wear retainers for life.
Others can get away with a few nights a week after the first year.
We'll tell you specifically what you need based on your teeth and your history.
FAQ About Retainers After Braces and Invisalign
How long do retainers last?
Removable retainers typically last two to five years before they get cloudy, cracked, or stretched.
Fixed retainers can last five to ten years before the wire breaks or the bond loosens.
It depends on how you care for them and how aggressively your teeth want to move.
Can I switch from braces to a retainer immediately?
Not quite.
Most people wear braces or aligners for the duration of treatment, then move directly to retainers.
There's no waiting period.
But your teeth need consistent retention right away.
Do retainers hurt?
Fixed retainers are painless once they're bonded.
Removable retainers might feel slightly snug for the first few hours.
You get used to them quickly.
Can I eat with my removable retainer in?
No.
Take it out before eating.
Hard foods can crack it.
Hot foods can warp it.
Just follow the routine: remove before eating, rinse your mouth, put it back in.
What if I hate my retainer?
Talk to us about options.
Some people do better with fixed retainers only.
Others prefer the feeling of a removable one.
We can adjust the approach.
Next Steps: Making Sure Your Results Last Forever
Your straight teeth start with getting the right treatment.
At SMILE-FX, our board-certified specialists use advanced 3D technology to plan every movement.
We use precision techniques that give you teeth that stay straight longer.
But your teeth staying straight long-term depends on one thing after treatment ends: you wearing your retainer.
That's the part you control.
When you're ready to start treatment and plan for life after, book your free 3D scan and VIP smile consultation.
We'll show you exactly what your teeth will look like after treatment.
We'll explain your retainer options.
We'll make sure you know what comes next.
We serve teens, kids, and adults across Broward County from our Miramar office.
Families from Pembroke Pines, Hollywood, Weston, Cooper City, Davie, and Fort Lauderdale trust us with their smiles.
Book your free 3D scan and VIP smile consultation here.
Let's get your teeth straight and keep them that way.
The Cost Reality: What You Actually Pay for Braces and Invisalign in South Florida
You're looking at orthodontic treatment and the first question isn't about teeth anymore.
It's about money.
How much does this cost?
Can I afford it?
What if I can't pay upfront?
Let me be straight with you.
This is the conversation nobody wants to have but everyone needs to.
The Price Tag Nobody Wants to Talk About
Traditional braces in South Florida run somewhere between three thousand and seven thousand dollars.
Clear aligners like Invisalign fall in the same range, sometimes a bit higher.
Adult orthodontics costs about the same as teen treatment.
Pediatric cases sometimes run slightly less.
But that number sitting alone means nothing.
It doesn't tell you what's included.
It doesn't tell you what happens if something breaks.
It doesn't tell you whether your insurance actually covers any of it.
That's where most people get blindsided.
What Insurance Actually Covers and What It Doesn't
Does insurance cover braces?
The answer is maybe.
Most dental insurance plans cover between 35 to 50 percent of orthodontic treatment.
Some cover up to 75 percent.
Some cover nothing.
But here's the catch nobody mentions.
Insurance typically has an annual maximum.
That might be five hundred dollars, one thousand dollars, or two thousand dollars per year.
If your treatment takes two years and costs six thousand dollars total, your insurance might only pay the maximum allowed per year, not the full percentage they advertise.
You need to call your insurance company and ask three specific questions.
First, does my plan cover orthodontics at all?
Second, what's the percentage coverage?
Third, what's the annual maximum?
That gives you the real number.
At SMILE-FX, we verify insurance for you before you start.
We don't want surprises halfway through treatment either.
Breaking Down the Actual Cost
Here's what gets lumped into that three to seven thousand dollar range.
Initial consultation and 3D scanning technology runs a few hundred dollars by itself at most offices.
The actual braces or aligners cost around one thousand to two thousand dollars.
Monthly appointments and adjustments add up over 18 to 24 months.
Retainers at the end cost another three hundred to five hundred dollars.
Emergencies like a broken bracket or lost aligner might add cost.
Refinements if teeth don't move exactly as planned could add a few hundred more.
But at a board certified orthodontist South Florida practice like SMILE-FX, we include most of these things upfront.
Initial scan.
Retainers.
Most adjustments.
All covered in one price.
You know what you're paying before you start.
Why Pricing Varies So Much Between Offices
You call three orthodontists for pricing.
One quotes three thousand five hundred dollars.
Another says five thousand dollars.
A third tells you seven thousand dollars.
Same town.
Same treatment type.
Why the massive difference?
Some offices use older technology that requires more manual adjustment.
That means more appointments and more staff time.
Higher cost gets passed to you.
Some offices include everything in the price.
Others charge separately for retainers, emergency visits, and refinements.
That changes your actual out-of-pocket cost.
Location and overhead matter too.
A practice in an expensive mall pays more rent than one in a medical building.
Guess who covers that?
A board certified specialist versus a general dentist doing orthodontics also affects pricing.
Specialists completed additional years of training.
They handle complex cases other offices can't treat.
Lower prices aren't always a bargain.
The Affordable Braces South Florida Conversation
Everyone wants affordable braces in Broward, Miami, or West Palm Beach.
The real question is what you're comparing.
A cheaply done orthodontic case that ends up needing retreatment five years later isn't affordable.
It's expensive.
A properly done case that uses advanced technology to finish faster and hold results longer is actually cheaper per month of actual results.
At SMILE-FX, we offer $0 down braces financing with zero percent interest.
That changes everything because you're not paying the full amount upfront.
You pay your regular appointment cost monthly while we treat your teeth.
No surprise bill at the end.
Just consistent monthly payments that fit into your budget.
Payment Plans and Financing Options
If you can't pay three thousand to seven thousand dollars right now, you have real options.
Zero percent interest financing spreads payments across 24 to 36 months.
A five thousand dollar case becomes roughly two hundred dollars per month.
Much easier to swallow.
Some offices partner with specific financing companies.
Some offer in-house payment plans.
Read the fine print because some plans charge interest that starts after a promotional period.
At SMILE-FX, we structure plans so there's zero percent interest period to period.
You're not getting trapped.
We also work directly with insurance to maximize your benefits.
We file claims for you.
We apply your insurance payment to your outstanding balance.
That's the difference between knowing what you owe and getting surprised by bills.
Invisalign Cost South Florida and Clear Aligners
Clear aligners aren't automatically more expensive than braces, even though marketing makes them sound like the premium option.
Invisalign cost South Florida typically ranges from four thousand to six thousand five hundred dollars.
Generic clear aligners might run three thousand five hundred to five thousand dollars.
The difference comes down to brand name and technology.
Invisalign is the most established brand with the biggest data set.
Newer clear aligner companies charge less because they're still building market share.
Both work.
The question is whether the extra cost for Invisalign specifically matters for your case.
We offer multiple clear aligner brands at SMILE-FX because not every patient needs the most expensive option.
Some cases work just fine with a more affordable alternative.
What You're Really Paying For
Here's what people don't think about when comparing prices.
You're paying for expertise.
A board certified orthodontist in South Florida completed four additional years of specialty training.
That knowledge costs something.
You're paying for technology.
3D scanning, AI treatment planning, and digital monitoring systems aren't free.
Offices using cutting edge technology pass some of that cost along.
But they also finish cases faster and with better results.
You're paying for predictability.
When an office uses advanced technology to plan your exact tooth movements, you know what you're getting.
No surprises.
That's worth something.
You're paying for the experience.
A top rated orthodontist near me versus a dental office that does orthodontics as a side gig makes a difference.
The best orthodontist for complex cases handles situations that most offices can't even attempt.
Cheaper isn't always worse.
Expensive isn't always better.
The real question is whether you're getting value.
Comparing Braces Near Me Pricing
When you're looking at braces near me or orthodontist near me, you'll see different prices everywhere.
Call three offices and ask what's included.
Does the price include your first retainer?
Does it include emergency visits?
Does it include 3D scanning?
What happens if a bracket breaks?
Some offices charge you again for broken brackets.
Others don't because they built that into the initial price.
At SMILE-FX, we include broken brackets and emergency visits because we're specialists who handle everything under one roof.
We don't want cost to surprise you halfway through.
Insurance, Medicaid, and Special Circumstances
If you have Medicaid, coverage varies by state and which Medicaid plan you have.
Some cover orthodontics for minors with clear medical need.
Some don't cover it at all.
We work with most major insurance plans and Medicaid where applicable.
Call and ask what we accept before your first appointment.
If you're an adult without insurance, that's where financing becomes critical.
We structure plans so cost doesn't stop you from getting treated.
The Hidden Costs People Miss
Treatment cost isn't the only money that leaves your wallet.
You might need to take time off work for appointments.
That's lost income.
Replacement retainers if you lose one run two hundred to four hundred dollars each.
Buying a proper retainer case costs fifteen to thirty dollars and saves you from that expense.
Replacement clear aligner trays if your dog eats them or they get warped cost around one hundred to three hundred dollars depending on how many trays.
None of these are huge, but they add up if you're not careful.
Why Board Certified Orthodontist South Florida Costs What It Does
You might see ads for really cheap braces in South Florida.
Before you jump, understand what you're getting.
A general dentist offering basic braces isn't the same as a board certified specialist.
They're not better or worse necessarily, just different.
A board certified orthodontist completed additional training, passed specialty exams, and maintains ongoing education requirements.
That costs money to achieve and maintain.
Our board certified specialist at SMILE-FX charges what they charge because they can handle complex cases that most offices turn away.
Adults needing extensive bite correction.
Kids with severe crowding.
Cases where teeth need rotation in three dimensions.
If your case is simple, you might be paying for capacity you don't need.
If your case is complex, you need that expertise or you'll be retreated later anyway.
The Affordable Braces West Palm Beach and Miramar Reality
Looking for affordable braces West Palm Beach, Miramar, or anywhere in Broward?
You can find cheap.
The question is whether cheap is what you want.
A five hundred dollar braces discount today becomes a five thousand dollar retreatment in five years if something goes wrong.
We focus on fair pricing with results that last.
Not the cheapest option.
Not the most expensive either.
Just honest pricing for honest treatment.
What Happens if You Can't Afford Treatment Right Now
Sometimes the answer is you need to wait.
Save money.
Get your insurance benefits reset next year.
That's okay.
What's not okay is letting cost keep you from pursuing treatment if you really need it.
Payment plans, financing, insurance maximization, these exist because most people can't pay six thousand dollars upfront.
We offer $0 down braces financing South Florida specifically because we know this reality.
Time to Stop Guessing About Cost
The only way to know your actual cost is to talk to an office that will give you real numbers.
Not quotes.
Not estimates.
Actual numbers based on your specific case.
A free 3D scan and VIP smile consultation at SMILE-FX shows you exactly what your teeth need, what it costs, what insurance covers, and what financing options work for your budget.
We serve families across South Florida looking for the best orthodontist Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Miramar, and West Palm Beach who doesn't hide pricing.
Book your free 3D scan and VIP smile consultation.
Let's talk real numbers for your straight smile.