Dental
Orthodontics
Invisalign / Braces
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Price Range in China
$2,802
≈ ¥19,000
Median across public to mid-tier private
vs. ~$3,000 – $8,000 in United States
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Orthodontic treatment straightens misaligned teeth and corrects bite issues using braces or clear aligners over 1–3 years. The main pricing factors are the appliance type — traditional metal braces are the most affordable, ceramic braces cost more for aesthetics, and Invisalign or clear aligner systems are the premium option. Treatment duration, complexity of the case, and number of follow-up visits also affect total cost. International clinics and private practices in tier-1 cities charge significantly more than public hospital orthodontic departments. China offers world-class orthodontic treatment at 40–60% less than US prices, including domestic aligner brands (like Angelalign) that rival Invisalign quality at lower cost.
Methods Available
Prices vary mainly by hospital tier and implant brand. Here's what foreign patients typically pay at each tier:
Metal Braces (Traditional)
Stainless steel brackets bonded to the front of teeth and tied to an archwire with elastic ligatures — the cheapest, most force-efficient system, visible from the outside.
Public tertiary
¥5,000 – ¥25,000
Mild (slight crowding ≤3mm or spacing, no extractions, minor relapse) — ~12-15 month treatment · Moderate (crowding 4-6mm, mild Class II/III, minor extraction or anchorage needed) — ~18-24 month treatment
Lowest cost · longer waits · Chinese signage typical
Mid-tier private
Most common¥8,000 – ¥28,000
Mild (slight crowding ≤3mm or spacing, no extractions, minor relapse) — ~12-15 month treatment · Moderate (crowding 4-6mm, mild Class II/III, minor extraction or anchorage needed) — ~18-24 month treatment
Same-day appointments · partial English staff · standard warranty
Suitable for
- Most appropriate when budget is the primary constraint and visible brackets are acceptable (most adolescents and many adult cases)
- Highest force delivery — preferred when you need to close large extraction spaces, correct severe rotations, or perform complex skeletal mechanics
- Public tertiary hospital orthodontic departments do high volumes (60%+ of CN cases) — strong fundamentals at lowest price tier
Ceramic Braces (Tooth-Colored)
Same fixed-bracket system as metal but with translucent polycrystalline-alumina or monocrystalline-sapphire brackets that blend with tooth color — semi-aesthetic adult option.
Public tertiary
¥8,000 – ¥18,000
Mild (slight crowding ≤3mm or spacing, no extractions, minor relapse) — ~12-15 month treatment · Moderate (crowding 4-6mm, mild Class II/III, minor extraction or anchorage needed) — ~18-24 month treatment
Lowest cost · longer waits · Chinese signage typical
Mid-tier private
Most common¥12,000 – ¥28,000
Mild (slight crowding ≤3mm or spacing, no extractions, minor relapse) — ~12-15 month treatment · Moderate (crowding 4-6mm, mild Class II/III, minor extraction or anchorage needed) — ~18-24 month treatment
Same-day appointments · partial English staff · standard warranty
Premium / International
¥25,000 – ¥35,000
Moderate (crowding 4-6mm, mild Class II/III, minor extraction or anchorage needed) — ~18-24 month treatment
Full English · concierge service · extended warranty
Suitable for
- Best when you want fixed-appliance reliability but reduced visibility (typical adult professional patient)
- Same indications as metal — handles all malocclusion types including extractions and complex skeletal cases
- Bracket fracture rate 5-8% vs ~2% for metal — minor inconvenience requiring re-bond visit, not a treatment failure
Self-Ligating Braces (Damon-style)
Brackets with built-in clip or door that captures the archwire — no elastic ligatures. Lower friction, lighter forces, often shorter treatment times and longer adjustment intervals (6-10 weeks).
Public tertiary
¥13,000 – ¥20,000
Moderate (crowding 4-6mm, mild Class II/III, minor extraction or anchorage needed) — ~18-24 month treatment
Lowest cost · longer waits · Chinese signage typical
Mid-tier private
Most common¥13,000 – ¥38,000
Mild (slight crowding ≤3mm or spacing, no extractions, minor relapse) — ~12-15 month treatment · Moderate (crowding 4-6mm, mild Class II/III, minor extraction or anchorage needed) — ~18-24 month treatment
Same-day appointments · partial English staff · standard warranty
Premium / International
¥25,000 – ¥38,000
Moderate (crowding 4-6mm, mild Class II/III, minor extraction or anchorage needed) — ~18-24 month treatment
Full English · concierge service · extended warranty
Suitable for
- Best when you want fewer dental visits — 6-10 week intervals enable medical-tourism patients to fit checks around travel cycles
- Patient-reported comfort better than conventional braces (less ligature pressure during adjustment)
- Wire-change appointments faster (5-10 minutes vs 20-30 minutes for conventional)
Lingual Braces (Behind the Teeth)
Custom-fabricated brackets bonded to the lingual (tongue-side) surface of teeth — completely invisible from outside. The most aesthetic fixed-appliance option, also the most expensive and the most adjustment-intensive for the patient.
Public tertiary
¥55,000 – ¥75,000
Moderate (crowding 4-6mm, mild Class II/III, minor extraction or anchorage needed) — ~18-24 month treatment
Lowest cost · longer waits · Chinese signage typical
Mid-tier private
Most common¥35,000 – ¥50,000
Mild (slight crowding ≤3mm or spacing, no extractions, minor relapse) — ~12-15 month treatment
Same-day appointments · partial English staff · standard warranty
Premium / International
¥45,000 – ¥110,000
Mild (slight crowding ≤3mm or spacing, no extractions, minor relapse) — ~12-15 month treatment · Moderate (crowding 4-6mm, mild Class II/III, minor extraction or anchorage needed) — ~18-24 month treatment
Full English · concierge service · extended warranty
Suitable for
- Best when complete invisibility is non-negotiable AND clear aligners are not appropriate (e.g., extractions needed, large rotations, or aligner non-compliance risk)
- Public-facing professionals (TV anchors, performers, airline staff) are the typical use case
- Plan for 4-8 weeks of speech adaptation — schedule no major speaking engagements in first 2 months
Clear Aligners (Invisalign / 时代天使 / 正雅)
Series of removable, custom-printed thermoplastic trays — each worn 22 hours/day for ~2 weeks, then swapped for the next. No brackets, no wires, fully removable for eating.
Public tertiary
¥15,000 – ¥35,000
Mild (slight crowding ≤3mm or spacing, no extractions, minor relapse) — ~12-15 month treatment · Moderate (crowding 4-6mm, mild Class II/III, minor extraction or anchorage needed) — ~18-24 month treatment
Lowest cost · longer waits · Chinese signage typical
Mid-tier private
Most common¥18,000 – ¥55,000
Mild (slight crowding ≤3mm or spacing, no extractions, minor relapse) — ~12-15 month treatment · Moderate (crowding 4-6mm, mild Class II/III, minor extraction or anchorage needed) — ~18-24 month treatment
Same-day appointments · partial English staff · standard warranty
Premium / International
¥38,000 – ¥55,000
Moderate (crowding 4-6mm, mild Class II/III, minor extraction or anchorage needed) — ~18-24 month treatment
Full English · concierge service · extended warranty
Suitable for
- Best for adults with mild-to-moderate crowding/spacing/relapse who can commit to 22 hours/day wear (compliance is non-negotiable)
- Strongest fit for medical-tourism patients: receive all trays at once on first visit, switch at home, return for in-clinic check at 8-12 week intervals (or remote-monitor by photo)
- No food restrictions, no flossing changes, easier hygiene than any fixed appliance
Visa Tip
Requires multiple visits; tourist visa per visit or medical visa for extended stay
Hospitals Offering Orthodontics(7)
¥15,000 – ¥35,000
(~$2,212 – $5,162)¥20,000 – ¥40,000
(~$2,950 – $5,899)¥22,500 – ¥90,000
(~$3,318 – $13,274)¥25,000 – ¥45,000
(~$3,687 – $6,637)¥25,000 – ¥45,000
(~$3,687 – $6,637)¥27,000 – ¥112,500
(~$3,982 – $16,592)¥27,000 – ¥112,500
(~$3,982 – $16,592)Cities offering this procedure
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