How Much Do Braces Cost in Long Beach and Garden Grove?

At Bloom, clear braces are $4,000 to $5,500, clear aligners are $3,500 to $6,000, and lingual braces are $4,000 to $6,000, according to the fees on Bloom's service pages. Your exact fee depends on how complex your case is, and you get it at a free consultation at our Long Beach or Garden Grove office.

This page pulls the fees from Bloom's service and cost pages into one place, explains what moves your fee up or down, and lists the ways patients lower what they pay out of pocket.

Orthodontic Cost at Bloom by Treatment

Treatment	Published range at Bloom	Typical treatment time	Learn more
Clear aligners	$3,500 to $6,000	6 to 24 months	Clear aligners cost
Clear (ceramic) braces	$4,000 to $5,500	12 to 24 months	Clear braces
Traditional metal braces	$3,500 to $5,500	12 to 24 months	Set after exam
Lingual braces (hidden behind the teeth)	$4,000 to $6,000	12 to 24 months for most cases	Lingual braces cost
Adult orthodontics, all types	$3,500 to $6,000	6 to 24 months	Adult orthodontics
Teen orthodontics	$3,500 to $5,500	12 to 24 months	Teen orthodontics
Early (Phase 1) treatment, ages 7 to 10	$2,500 to $3,500	6 to 18 months	Early interceptive treatment

The ranges and times come from Bloom's service and cost pages. Exact teen and Phase 1 fees are set at the consultation. Dr. Thao Nguyen Vu and Dr. Judy Nguyen are board-certified orthodontists, and your fee is set after your orthodontist reviews your case.

What Moves Your Fee Up or Down

The American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) says treatment cost is influenced by the type, complexity, and duration of treatment. Here is how each one plays out at Bloom.

Type of treatment. Lingual braces can reach the top of Bloom's range. Bloom's lingual braces page attributes that to custom fabrication, specialized training, and longer chair time. Metal braces start at the low end, at $3,500.

Case complexity. Bloom's clear aligner cost guide says mild crowding costs less and severe crowding or bite issues cost more. Some cases need extra appliances.

Treatment length. Longer treatment means more aligners or adjustments and more appointments.

What the fee includes. The AAO suggests confirming what a quoted price includes and what it leaves out. For clear aligners, Bloom's cost guide lists the consultation, digital scan, all aligners, check-in visits, retainers, and any refinement aligners as part of the fee.

How Patients Lower What They Pay

Dental insurance. We accept most PPO orthodontic insurance plans and verify your benefits before your first appointment. The AAO notes that insurance typically covers a percentage of the treatment cost or provides a fixed benefit amount, and that plans can set lifetime maximums. Our guide to whether dental insurance covers orthodontics walks through what to ask your plan.

FSA and HSA funds. Orthodontic treatment is an eligible expense under most Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Accounts, and we can provide the documentation you need. IRS Publication 502 lists braces among the dental treatments that count as medical expenses.

Monthly payment plans. We offer low and no-interest payment plans so you can start without a large upfront cost. We go over the options at your consultation. See insurance and financing for details.

Programs for kids with financial need. The AAO lists Gifted Smiles, Smiles Change Lives, and Smile for a Lifetime as programs that provide orthodontic treatment to children under 18 at low or no cost.

Coverage for medically necessary braces. In California, the family dental plans sold through Covered California list medically necessary braces for children, and Medi-Cal Dental covers medically necessary orthodontics for members under 21 who qualify. Bloom does not accept Medi-Cal. If Medi-Cal denies a patient because they do not qualify on the HLD form, Bloom can still treat them in the office with in-house payment plans. Our insurance guide explains how those rules work.

Before Your Consultation

Questions to ask

Which treatment types fit my case, and what is the fee for each?
What does the fee include, such as retainers, refinements, and emergency visits?
How long will treatment take?
How much will my insurance pay, and when?
What would my monthly payment be on a payment plan?

Bring your insurance card and FSA or HSA details. Our team can check your benefits before your first appointment.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do braces cost in Long Beach and Garden Grove?

At Bloom, clear braces range from $4,000 to $5,500 and lingual braces range from $4,000 to $6,000. Clear aligners range from $3,500 to $6,000. Your exact fee depends on case complexity and is set after a free consultation.

Why can lingual braces cost more than other options?

Lingual brackets are custom-made for the back of each tooth, placing them takes specialized training, and appointments take longer. Those factors affect the fee. At Bloom, lingual braces range from $4,000 to $6,000.

Are clear aligners cheaper than braces?

It depends on the case. At Bloom, clear aligners range from $3,500 to $6,000 and clear braces from $4,000 to $5,500, so the two ranges overlap. Lingual braces range from $4,000 to $6,000, which overlaps both.

Does insurance help pay for braces?

Often, yes. We accept most PPO orthodontic insurance plans and verify your benefits before your first appointment. Orthodontic benefits typically cover a portion of the fee, often up to a lifetime maximum, and you pay the rest.

Can I use my FSA or HSA for braces?

Yes, under most plans. Orthodontic treatment is an eligible expense under most Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Accounts, and IRS Publication 502 lists braces as a qualifying dental expense.

Do you offer payment plans?

Yes. We offer low and no-interest payment plans and discuss the options at your complimentary consultation.

How do I get an exact price?

Book a free consultation at our Long Beach or Garden Grove office. Exact pricing requires an examination, so your orthodontist reviews your case and walks you through the fee for each option that fits.

Sources

American Association of Orthodontists, How Much Do Braces Cost?
American Association of Orthodontists, Payment and Insurance FAQs
Internal Revenue Service, Publication 502, Medical and Dental Expenses
Covered California, Dental Insurance
California Department of Health Care Services, Medi-Cal Dental EPSDT Services
Bloom fees and inclusions: Clear aligners, Clear braces, Lingual braces, Adult orthodontics, Clear aligners cost, Insurance and financing

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