Braces and all orthodontic stuff

No one here is going to have any idea of how long you'd have braces, since we (a) can't see your teeth, (b) can't take x-rays and (c) I doubt that anyone here is an orthodontist and, even if someone is, any professional will tell you that they can give you no real information unless you get a consultation.

As for the price range, similar rules apply - prices are going to vary based upon the severity of the problem, where you live, your doctor's experience and reputation, etc.

Personally, I've never had braces on the inside of my teeth, only the outside (I had mine from '76 - '79). One thing, though, the "lighter" type of braces, such as invisiline, will probably take longer to do their work than the old-fashioned kind, because they aren't pulling your teeth with as much force.

My advice to you is twofold:
(1) Contact your insurance company and see if they will cover you, even if you think they won't. Let them make that determination, as you might be surprised. They might partly cover you or cover enough for you to at least go through your deductible or they might cover x-rays. It's worth a phone call. And,
(2) Go to the phone book and find out which orthodontists will give a free or inexpensive initial consultation. And shop around! Prices will probably vary. Also, go to Google and look up the orthodontists you are checking out; you want to make sure that they don't have pending disciplinary actions against them.

Thanks jespah

I am getting a referral from myu dentist next week to an orthodontist

i just thought i may have a clearer idea of what it may be like for me, but iguess its one of things...

thanks for your help though