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Many people seeking out orthodontic insurance coverage are looking for ways to bring down the cost of braces. One of the best ways to get braces at a more affordable rate is to find dental insurance that covers orthodontics.1 While Aflac’s affordable network dental insurance plans for individuals and families don’t offer coverage for orthodontics, we do cover a wide range of treatments and procedures. Additionally, we offer supplemental dental insurance that pays cash benefits to help cover expenses your primary plan doesn’t cover. Read on to learn how dental insurance for orthodontics works and what coverage Aflac dental insurance plans offer.
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Orthodontics is a specific branch of dental care that focuses on teeth and jaw irregularities. More commonly, orthodontics is known for helping with misalignment, or malocclusion.2 There are a variety of services specific to orthodontic care that correct these jaw and teeth issues, including braces, retainers, and bands.2 All three of these orthodontic services can help treat crooked teeth, jaw misalignment, crowded teeth and bite issues.2
Most affordable dental insurance plans don’t offer coverage for orthodontics. It’s also more likely for braces to be covered for children than it is for adults in some dental insurance plans.3 If your network dental insurance plan doesn’t cover orthodontics, it may be a good idea to look into supplemental dental insurance to help make the costs of the treatments you need more manageable. Aflac network dental insurance plans for individuals and families don’t cover orthodontic services, but our supplemental dental insurance plan can pay cash benefits to help policyholders cover additional expenses.
Not all kinds of dental insurance cover orthodontics, so it’s important to find a plan that meets all your needs. On average, braces can cost anywhere from $5,350 to $12,000. It’s also more likely for braces to be covered for children than it is for adults in many dental insurance plans.3
If your primary dental insurance doesn’t cover orthodontics, it may be a good idea to look into a new full-coverage dental plan or a supplemental dental plan to help make the costs for the treatments you need more manageable.
Here are some additional orthodontic treatments and average costs without insurance:*
You may consider orthodontic insurance if:
Don’t wait until it’s too late. Help cover yourself and your family with coverage from Aflac.
Get StartedThere are three main buckets we recommend you consider when finding the right dental insurance plan for orthodontics:
Aflac network dental insurance doesn’t offer coverage for orthodontic treatments. However, our plans do cover a variety of treatments and procedures, from more routine care like cleanings and X-rays to complex procedures like oral surgery and crowns. We also offer supplemental dental insurance that works with your primary dental insurance provider to make oral care more affordable. To learn more about the dental coverage options we offer, get a quote and start chatting with an agent today.
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The costs of dental care can add up quickly without insurance. Learn how you can save money on dental care costs with Aflac dental insurance.
Looking for dental insurance that covers implants and dentures? Aflac walks through all the benefits of full coverage dental insurance like preventative care, basics, and major services.
*These are average cost and subject to change. These are not Aflac rates. They do not imply coverage.
1 Beverly Hills Orthodontics - Is Orthodontic Insurance Worth It? Published July 29, 2024. https://beverlyhillsortho.com/is-orthodontic-insurance-worth-it-bho/. Accessed February 6, 2025.
2 WebMD - What Is an Orthodontist? Updated July 10, 2023. https://www.webmd.com/a-to-z-guides/what-is-an-orthodontist. Accessed February 6, 2025.
3 eHealth – Does Dental Insurance Cover Braces and Orthodontist Services? Updated May 7, 2024. https://www.ehealthinsurance.com/resources/dental-insurance/dental-insurance-cover-braces-orthodontist-services. Accessed February 6, 2025.
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In Arkansas, Policies A82100RAR–A82400RAR. In Delaware, Policies A82100R-A82400R. In Idaho, Policies A82100RID-A82400RID. In Oklahoma, Policies A82100ROK-A82400ROK. In Virginia, Policies A82100RVA-A82400RVA.
Coverage is underwritten by American Family Life Assurance Company of Columbus. In New York, coverage is underwritten by American Family Life Assurance Company of New York.
Dental, Vision and Hearing: In Delaware, Policy T80000. In Idaho, Policy T80000ID. In Oklahoma, Policy T80000OK. Dental claims are administered by SKYGEN USA, LLC. Vision claims are administered by EyeMed Vision Care, LLC. Hearing claims are administered by Nations Hearing. NOTICE: The coverage offered is not a qualified health plan (QHP) under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA) and is not required to satisfy essential health benefits mandates of the ACA. The coverage provides limited benefits.
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