Health & Wellness, Pennsylvania

Orthodontist cost in Pittsburgh, PA

A typical Orthodontist figure in Pittsburgh is about $5,225 per treatment, about 5% below the national figure of $5,500.

Typical cost

Typical in Pittsburgh

$5,225

per treatment

Fair price range: $3,325 to $8,075

On the low end
$3,325
On the high end
$8,075

Estimated from national price data, adjusted for the cost of living in Pittsburgh. 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
Pittsburgh, PA$5,225
$3,325 to $8,075
National typical$5,500
$3,500 to $8,500
Allentown, PA$5,170
$3,290 to $7,990
Erie, PA$4,730
$3,010 to $7,310
Scranton, PA$4,620
$2,940 to $7,140
Norfolk, VA$5,225
$3,325 to $8,075
Arlington, TX$5,170
$3,290 to $7,990

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Questions people ask

Orthodontist in Pittsburgh: what does it cost?

In Pittsburgh, PA, Orthodontist typically costs about $5,225 per treatment, with most prices between $3,325 and $8,075.

Why is Pittsburgh lower than the national price?

Prices in Pittsburgh run about 5% below 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.