What is the Cost of Accelerated Orthodontics?

There is little real information available about the cost of accelerated orthodontics, and I understand that there's a range but I'd like to know approximately what cost to expect for this type of procedure.

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6 month Ortho costs between 3500 and 4500

6 month ortho is mainly used to correct crowding and spacing in the front 8 upper and lower teeth. Adults like it because it is white brackets and white wires. It does not address bite problems and can be used as a more cosmetic movement of teeth. I have heard of costs ranging from $ 3500 to $4500. It depends on what part of the country you live.

Insurance may cover some of the cost for Accelerated Orthodontics

Acceler\ated Orthodontics, also know as Wilkodontics or DDO (Dentoalveolar Distraction Osteogenesis) takes advantage of inflammation to induce greater ,and in many cases, faster tooth movement. Wilkodontics and DDO are different procedures in technique, but in general, produce similar results. This article will refer to DDO onlyl. In certain groups of patients with more severe orthodontic problems, DDO may be indicated. The procedure has been shown to expedite the safe, rapid movement of... more

Depending on where you are, the cost will vary

Often accelerated orthodontics is another way of saying "short term ortho". It is not accelerated by moving teeth faster than normal, it is simply limiting the scope or goal of the tooth movement. The most common brand of short term ortho (STO) is 6 month smiles. This is for adults and is focused mainly on the "smile zone" teeth.