Orthodontic insurance
Braces, especially the more expensive types such as Invisalign, can rapidly burn a hole in your pocket. One way to ease the burden is to find out about orthodontic insurance, which is usually separate from regular dental insurance policies. Orthodontic insurance can shave off a few thousand dollars from the treatment cost. Ask your dental insurer if you can add this to your existing policy and how much you have to add to the premium because of the supplement. You can also ask your orthodontist if they offer financing to make the braces lighter on the budget. That’s something worth smiling about.