What is an Orthodontic?
Orthodontics is a dentistry specialty that addresses the diagnosis, prevention, management, and correction of mal-positioned teeth and jaws, as well as misaligned bite patterns. It may also address the modification of facial growth, known as dentofacial orthopedics.
Where Can I Study Orthodontics In South Africa
Wits University.
University of Pretoria.
University of the Western Cape.
Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University.
How much do orthodontic braces cost in South Africa?
Types of Braces and Their Costs
| Metal braces consist of metal brackets bonded to the teeth and connected by wires. They are the most affordable option | They are a series of clear, removable trays that gradually move the teeth into alignment. | |
| R15,000 to R50,000 | R50,000 to R100,000 |
Can you pay braces off monthly in South Africa?
The fees for your orthodontic treatment are placed on a convenient payment plan, interest-free.
The payment plan is structured with an initial fee payment (due on the day the braces get placed on your teeth) and then the balance is paid off in monthly installments.