Student Braces Package

Full-time students, including those enrolled in tertiary institutions like polytechnics and universities, are eligible for student rates on braces at Figs Dental.

Affordable Braces for Students

Having straight teeth not only enhances your appearance but also contributes to various benefits to your oral health. Well-aligned teeth make brushing and flossing easier, preventing cavities and gum disease. Additionally, straight teeth can improve speech and reduce the risk of sleep apnea. Figs Dental offers a variety of teeth-straightening options, allowing you to choose the one that best suits your needs.

How do braces work?

Braces operate by applying continuous pressure to teeth, encouraging them to move into the correct position. This pressure is exerted by the archwire, a thin metal wire threaded through brackets bonded to the teeth. Elastic bands or ties secure the archwire in place. The duration of teeth movement with braces varies, taking several months to several years based on the severity of misalignment. With proper care, braces can effectively straighten teeth and enhance your smile.

Book a Consultation

Schedule an appointment with our experienced dentists to discuss braces treatment options and fees.

Consultation Fee: $50 (This fee will be deducted from your student braces package if you proceed with treatment at Figs Dental)

Student Braces Package Cost & Options

Figs Dental is dedicated to providing the best care without breaking the bank. The student braces rate is applicable to all full-time students at local public and private institutions. To qualify, you must be a local or foreign student below 25 years old with a valid student pass.

A student’s package is also available for self-ligating braces; please contact us for more details.

Student Metal Braces Package: $4200 Nett (No GST or hidden fees)

The package includes:

Initial consultation and treatment planning with the dentist
Pre and Post-treatment X-rays and Study Models
Orthodontic treatment, from the placement of fixed braces to their removal, including all consultations in between.
1 set of Clear Retainers

The prices mentioned above do not cover additional services such as scaling and polishing, extractions, functional appliances and/or fillings if required.

Financing Your Braces Treatment in Singapore

Instalment Plans

Figs Dental offers in-house instalment options for those who prefer a spread-out payment method.

Flexible Payment Scheme

Braces Consultation: $200
Includes study models, two x-rays (frontal and side view), and initial
consultation and treatment planning with the dentist.
Start of Braces Treatment: $1000-$1500
Includes placement of separators, molar bands, brackets, wires, and modules.
Subsequent Visits: $150-$200 per visit until the package is paid for.

Subsidies

Please note that braces treatments are not eligible for dental subsidies. However, you can consider our flexible instalment payment plan.

MediSave

While MediSave covers certain dental treatments, cosmetic procedures like braces are not included.

Are These Prices Affordable?

Here are the prices offered by other public institutions, providing details on average fees paid by private patients in Singaporean public institutions for selected dental procedures. For more information, contact the institutions directly.

CGH: $4,600 – $5,000
KTPH: $3,600 – $4,200
NDCS: $3,221 – $4,462
NTFGH: $4,500 – $6,500
NUCOHS: $4,500 – $4,800
TTSH: $4,200 – $4,800

Last update in 2021

These fees exclude all initial consultations and diagnostic investigation fees.

Why Choose Us?

Convenient location

We are conveniently situated just a short walk away from King Albert Park MRT (Exit A). Figs Dental is also in proximity to educational institutions like Pei Hwa Presbyterian Primary School, Bukit Timah Primary School, Methodist Girls’ School (Secondary), SIM Global Education, and Ngee Ann Polytechnic.

Full-Service Dental Clinic

Figs Dental is a comprehensive dental clinic offering treatments to students at special rates. We also have an in-house oral surgeon to meet your needs. Our friendly dentists will accompany you throughout your entire teeth-straightening journey.

Benefits & Side Effects

The benefits of wearing student braces

Wearing student braces addresses various dental alignments such as crowded teeth, open bite, crossbite, overbite, underbite, spaced teeth, and crooked teeth. It results in a more confident personality, allowing you to smile confidently and corrects difficulties in chewing caused by misaligned teeth. At the end of the treatment period, you can look forward to a better smile and appearance.

The temporary inconveniences of student braces

While wearing braces may cause temporary discomfort, such as pain, soreness, and sensitivity, especially at the beginning, it is a temporary inconvenience that leads to a lifetime of improved oral health and a more confident smile. Eating restrictions may apply to avoid damaging braces or making it difficult to clean teeth. Proper dental care, including thorough brushing twice a day with a soft-bristled toothbrush and fluoride toothpaste, is essential. Consider using an interdental brush or water flosser to clean between teeth.

Aftercare

Braces require special tooth care

Teeth Brushing

Dentists recommend brushing your teeth twice a day. However, individuals with braces should brush their teeth after every meal to remove plaque and food particles that can build up around the braces. Use a soft-bristled toothbrush and fluoride toothpaste, placing the toothbrush at a 45-degree angle and gently brushing along the gum line. Pay extra attention to hooked braces, as these areas are more likely to collect plaque. Rinse your mouth thoroughly after brushing. If unable to brush after every meal, carry a toothbrush and toothpaste for prompt brushing.

Choosing Toothbrushes

Any soft-bristled toothbrush is suitable for individuals with braces. An electric toothbrush with a circular oscillating head may be more effective at removing plaque. Use fluoride toothpaste to strengthen enamel, preventing plaque. If you have sensitive teeth or gums, consider using a desensitizing toothpaste

Use mouthwash

Use a fluoride mouthwash for one minute after brushing your teeth at night to help prevent cavities. Mouthwash after meals is unnecessary.

Flossing

Floss daily to remove food particles and plaque from between your teeth and braces. Use gentle pressure when flossing.

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