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Health & Wellness, Massachusetts

Orthodontist cost in Boston, MA

A typical Orthodontist figure in Boston is about $7,260 per treatment, about 32% above the national figure of $5,500.

Typical cost

Typical in Boston

$7,260

per treatment

Fair price range: $4,620 to $11,220

On the low end
$4,620
On the high end
$11,220

Estimated from national price data, adjusted for the cost of living in Boston. Insurance, coverage, and the details of your situation can change the real number a lot. Not a quote.

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How prices have moved

Up 5.0%past year

Up 24.7%over five years

How prices for dental services have moved nationally, from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Consumer Price Index (Dental services, CUUR0000SEMC02), through August 2026. It tracks price change, not the dollar prices on this page.

What moves the price

  1. Braces vs aligners
  2. Case complexity
  3. Length of treatment
  4. Retainers
  5. Insurance

Ways to pay less

  1. Compare metal vs clear
  2. Ask about in-house financing
  3. Get a second consult
  4. Check dental insurance lifetime max
  5. Keep retainers to avoid relapse costs

Orthodontist in similar cities

PlaceTypicalRange
Boston, MA$7,260
$4,620 to $11,220
National typical$5,500
$3,500 to $8,500
Cambridge, MA$7,370
$4,690 to $11,390
Worcester, MA$5,940
$3,780 to $9,180
Springfield, MA$5,280
$3,360 to $8,160
Bellevue, WA$7,260
$4,620 to $11,220
Berkeley, CA$7,260
$4,620 to $11,220

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Questions people ask

Orthodontist in Boston: what does it cost?

In Boston, MA, Orthodontist typically costs about $7,260 per treatment, with most prices between $4,620 and $11,220.

Why is Boston higher than the national price?

Prices in Boston run about 32% above the national average. This estimate scales the national figure by that difference in local cost of living.

Is this a quote?

No. It is an estimate built from national price data and local cost of living. A local pro will price your actual job.