by Staff writer
Braces are dental devices used to correct poorly aligned teeth. You’d probably need braces if you have teeth that are too crowded, gappy or protruding in a bad way.
Getting braces will help improve your smile and boost your confidence level. But they do not come cheap.
The exact amount you pay will probably depend on:
1. The facility handling the treatment
2. The severity of your condition
and lastly,
3. The type of braces you want.
Metallic braces are usually cheaper but they are more visible and could cause more discomfort.
Ceramic braces are less visible and sometimes are made to mimic the colour of teeth, thereby making them less noticeable.
Some also claim they (ceramic braces) produce faster results. However, they are more expensive and could easily become stained.
Lingual braces are completely invisible from the exterior because they are placed at the back of the teeth. This would make a lot of people want to go for them — only that they are expensive, difficult to clean and usually not recommended for severe cases.
Another group are the plastic braces, also known as clear aligners. Plastic braces like ClearCorrect and Invisalign are virtually invisible when fixed but they are quite expensive to get.
Where can one get braces in Nigeria at an affordable price?
It could cost between N150K – N200K to get full dental treatment (including teeth whitening and braces) in a public clinic in Nigeria.
Most teaching hospitals in Nigeria (including LUTH and UCH) offer this treatment.
Expect to pay higher in private establishments, usually between N300K to N600K. Some serious cases of treatment may be charged up to N1 million.
*** It is often advised to get your braces done in a private clinic as they may offer a better service. While on braces, you will need frequent dental appointments and most times, the orthodontists at the government hospitals are too busy and not always on seat.
Again, the exact amount you pay depends on those three points already above listed.
How long will I have to wear braces?
The exact amount of time you are going to have your braces on varies from person to person.
Usually, the following factors will determine how long you are going to leave your braces on for:
a. The severity of your condition
It will take lesser time to correct an overbite than to realign completely jagged teeth.
b. The health of your teeth, gums, and supporting bone
If you have other underlying dental issues, this may affect how long your braces are going to be on for. Some conditions may require taking off your braces from time to time and then putting them back. These interruptions will affect how fast your braces work.
c. How closely the patient follows instructions
Once the braces are put on, they usually remain in place for one to three years. There are certain foods to avoid while your braces are on or else you may damage the brackets. If this keeps happening, you will need to visit your orthodontist more often to get the brackets replaced. The constant to and fro will affect how fast your braces work.
d. Genetics
Actually, it has been proven that some people’s teeth move faster than others. The only way to explain this is that some people’s genetics favour a faster regeneration of the bones supporting the teeth.
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How much does it cost
Hi, have you star the process now
How much does it cost to get the braces
Will like to get mine do e if wnt cost. E more than 500k
I'm Nigerian 31 years old and have wanted braces, I don't have idea about the dental braces cost.
Thank you for the idea about braces in Nigeria. I'm just getting regular metal braces and I'm 14 so I'm keeping them till about 16.
Hello, has anyone gotten metal braces fixed at Federal Dental Clinic, Marina or LUTH? I'd like to know the exact amount paid
Kindly send your email so I can send a picture of teeth and advice how to correct this and where. This is very important
Please send me your email address
Please how can I get braces for free and started paying little by little
Anybody currently wearing braces in nigeria?
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I did my braces two years ago at almost 500k at luth. 300k for the fee. Extra 150-200 k for other charges that is peculiar to ur case. Private hospitals are much more expensive though.
300,000 for the fee. Extra money for other charges. Like xtray. S&P. Implant. Etc
Can anyone recommend a good dentist in Abuja for good ceramic braces? I want to get it and I'm an adult who has a serious job. So I want it be a bit discrete
None
Can the braces money be paid by installment at luth?
Do they accept installment payments?
Michel Dental Clinic Adeniyi Jones accepts 3 instalments.
Metal braces cost – 620k
Ceramic braces – 750k
Tooth implant – 400k
Luth
Metal braces – 300k
X-ray and other costs (150k – 200k)
I hope this info helps
Hi, have you gotten a good place in Abuja for you braces?
If you haven’t, I know of a place
I want braces but I can't afford it right now..Please is there anywhere I can get a free one in Nigeria
Unless a charity dental programme pays for one for you, there is really no clinic I can think of that'd let you get a dental treatment for free.
That being said, there are some clinics that offer more flexible payment plans that can be extremely beneficial as this would would mean you get to pay for your treatment in small installments.
Another good option is to leave your braces treatment till you can afford it. That's what most people do anyway.
Hello, please am concerned about braces, do you think it will be thesame amount now
Can you recommend a clinic that collects instalmental payment.
Miss jay do u have this open bite. How do u cope with that
Smile360 search it
Yet to. Do u have open bite like me
I have open bite and I would really love to get braces
I have an open bite too
I will like to get information on where I can get instalmental payment for braces
Check First Mobile Dental Care, Yaba.
Which hospital charges 100 or not above 150k for braces?
Which hospital charges 150k for braces or less?
Please can you recommend a good place for braces in Jos