One of the biggest things you pay for when it comes to orthodontics is the expertise of your specialist. An orthodontist with more training and knowledge, and who is well-versed in a variety of treatment modalities, will typically have higher fees than a less-qualified orthodontist.

The misalignment from a single tooth can be a direct cause of thumb sucking or from a previous facial injury. To fix a singular tooth, having orthodontic treatment such as partial braces treats just the affected area of the mouth in a fraction of the time it takes for full orthodontic treatment of the entire mouth.