Aligners Recommendation] Comparison of Prices and Types of Braces for Your First Invisible Aligners (2025)

Still wondering how to choose aligners? Before starting aligners, it's essential to understand the advantages and disadvantages of different types. Knowing the price of different aligners will help you regain your smile most effectively in the shortest time. Whether you're fixing crooked teeth or simply seeking cosmetic dentistry, Beame introduces popular aligners options, compares types and prices, and helps you choose the most suitable plan for you.

Two main factors affecting the price of aligners

Oral condition and type of aligners

The price of aligners has decreased significantly in recent years, ranging from several thousand to tens of thousands of dollars. The materials and techniques used in aligners affect the final cost. In particular, the need for frequent follow-up visits to the dentist means that each adjustment can be an additional expense. Even within the same treatment plan, the price can vary depending on the type of aligners chosen. Because everyone's oral condition is different, the treatment time will vary. Especially with traditional aligners, the more complex the oral condition, the higher the cost will be.

Choosing the type of aligners

Invisible Aligners

The Most Popular Choice for Orthodontics Today! Unlike traditional aligners that are highly visible, this completely transparent solution allows you to straighten your teeth while maintaining your professional image. Even with a treatment plan spanning several years, you'll never have to worry about being teased for wearing aligners.

Before starting your treatment, a dentist will assess your oral condition to determine the duration of the correction and create your custom clear aligners. At the very beginning, you will receive a set of aligners, each with a unique shape, which you will wear in sequence according to your orthodontic progress.

Price: $8,000 - $20,000

Advantages:

• Completely Transparent
• Affordable Pricing
• Shorter Treatment Time
• Visible Results
• High Comfort

Disadvantages:

• Limited Scope
• Self-Discipline Required

Traditional Braces

When braces are mentioned, metal braces immediately come to mind. Traditional braces use expensive wires and frames. Even to correct just one tooth, the entire set of teeth needs to be stabilized with the frame. Once you start braces, you can't stop halfway; your dentist will adjust them regularly. The effectiveness and progress of braces depend entirely on the dentist's skill, hence the higher cost.

Before choosing traditional braces, be prepared for the inconveniences in daily life, such as food residue during meals, longer cleaning time, and no breaks for your mouth. You may also find it difficult to smile freely for an extended period, and the strong impression of your braces will remain in the minds of others.

Price: $30,000 - $40,000

Advantages:

• Effective for Complex Cases
• Noticeable Results
• Proven Technology

Disadvantages:

• Expensive
• Aesthetics
• Discomfort
• Dietary Restrictions
• Difficult to Clean

Ceramic Braces

Building on the foundation of traditional braces, this variation was developed with aesthetics in mind. It replaces the standard metal components with ceramic material, which can be adjusted to a natural shade similar to your own teeth, creating a near-transparent effect. However, it shares the same drawbacks as traditional braces and can often be even more expensive.

Price: $30,000 - $50,000

Advantages:

• More Aesthetic
• Noticeable Results

Disadvantages:

• Expensive
• Discomfort
• Dietary Restrictions
• Difficult to Clean

Lingual Braces (Internal Braces)

The principle is the same as traditional and ceramic braces, but the brackets are installed on the inner side of the teeth. Even when you speak, others are unlikely to notice your braces. The downsides include a much higher price point and greater difficulty in cleaning. Because the braces are on the inside, they can interfere with your tongue movement, requiring an adjustment period for speaking and eating. Additionally, you may face serious tartar buildup during treatment, as cleaning becomes significantly more challenging.

Price: $60,000 - $100,000

Advantages:

• Virtually Invisible
• Noticeable Results

Disadvantages:

• Most Expensive
• Discomfort
• Dietary Restrictions
• Difficult to Clean
• Impacts Function

Self-Ligating Braces

In terms of appearance, there is little difference between these and traditional braces. However, the design is modified to allow for easier adjustment of the metal wires, enabling the braces to adapt to the condition of the teeth with ease. This eliminates the need for frequent follow-up appointments and can shorten the overall treatment process. Additionally, they cause less discomfort compared to traditional braces.

Advantages:

• Easy to Adjust
• Noticeable Results
• Reduced Discomfort

Disadvantages:

• Expensive
• Aesthetics
• Discomfort
• Dietary Restrictions
• Difficult to Clean

DIY Self-Correction (Mail-Order Aligners)

As the name suggests, DIY self-correction involves no professional advice or supervision from a dentist throughout the entire process. You might be required to 3D-print your own aligners, or a specific brand might print them for you after a brief review of your dental condition.

Because there is no dentist intervention, the price is unprecedentedly low. However, you also face the risk of failed correction, worsening dental health, or even tooth loss. This method is generally not recommended.

Price: $3,000 - $9,000

Advantages:

• Cheapest Price

Disadvantages:

• No Professional Follow-up
• High Risk

Beame Clear Aligners

Beame Clear Aligners deliver results in as little as 6 months. Designed by professional orthodontists, the treatment is available for individuals aged 14 and above. Through an in-store 3D intraoral scan, you can instantly understand your oral health and discover the most effective orthodontic solution tailored for you.

Our aligners are crafted from internationally recognized materials and have passed T脺V NORD certification. With a transparent, fixed price of only HK$14,980 and credit card installment options available, achieving your perfect smile is easier than ever.

Wondering if you're a candidate for clear aligners? Book an initial consultation at a Beame location online now to receive professional advice directly from the Beame team. We are conveniently located across Hong Kong, including:

• Tsim Sha Tsui: K11 Musea
• Central: LL Tower
• Causeway Bay: Times Square
• Kwun Tong: One Pacific Centre
• Nam Cheong: V Walk

Wondering if you're a candidate for clear aligners? Book an initial consultation at a Beame location online now to receive professional advice directly from the Beame team. We are conveniently located across Hong Kong, including: