Understanding Our Fees

Orthodontic Treatment Fees in Dublin

Transparent Orthodontic Fees at Lusk Orthodontics

At Lusk Orthodontics, we believe patients should clearly understand the cost of orthodontic treatment before starting treatment.

Orthodontic treatment is an investment in your dental health, bite function, facial balance, and long-term confidence. Therefore, we focus on providing specialist orthodontic care using modern technology, detailed diagnosis, and evidence-based treatment planning.

As a specialist orthodontic clinic, we do not aim to offer the cheapest orthodontic treatment in Dublin. Instead, we focus on value, quality, and long-term results. Our fees reflect the level of specialist expertise, planning, clinical time, and attention to detail involved in each case.

Although lower fees elsewhere may appear attractive at first, poorly planned orthodontic treatment can sometimes lead to frustration, longer treatment times, compromised results, or the need for re-treatment later on.

At Lusk Orthodontics, our philosophy is simple:

Simple cases done efficiently. Complex cases done correctly.

We provide orthodontic treatment for children, teenagers, and adults across North Dublin and the wider Dublin area, including Lusk, Skerries, Rush, Swords, Malahide, Donabate, Portmarnock, and Balbriggan.

In addition, we regularly see patients travelling from across Ireland for more advanced and specialised orthodontic treatment, including:

• Lingual braces (hidden braces)

• Clear aligner treatment

• Skeletal anchorage systems (TADs)

• Palatal expansion techniques including MARPE, DOME, BARME, and MSE

• Early interceptive treatment in children 

• Complex multidisciplinary orthodontic treatment

• Impacted teeth treatment

• Surgical orthodontics

Complimentary Orthodontic Assessment for Children and Teenagers

At Lusk Orthodontics, we offer a complimentary initial orthodontic assessment for children and teenagers under the age of 18.

During this short visit, families can:

• Meet our team

• Visit our purpose-built orthodontic clinic

• Discuss orthodontic concerns

• Understand whether treatment may be needed

• Ask questions in a relaxed and friendly environment

This appointment works as an initial screening assessment. As a result, parents can better understand whether further orthodontic assessment or treatment may be appropriate.

Detailed Orthodontic Consultation and Treatment Planning

If further assessment is needed, we will arrange a second appointment for full orthodontic records and detailed treatment planning.

This appointment may include:

• Digital scans
• Clinical photographs
• Orthodontic x-rays where needed
• Detailed orthodontic examination
• Diagnosis and discussion of treatment options

The fee for the records and specialist orthodontic consultation is €200.

For more complex cases requiring interdisciplinary assessment and referrals, such as airway-related concerns, surgical orthodontics, or TMJ issues, the consultation fee is €300.

If you proceed with orthodontic treatment at Lusk Orthodontics following the records and consultation appointment, we deduct the €200 consultation fee from the total treatment cost.

3D CBCT Imaging Fees

In some cases, we may need additional three-dimensional imaging using a CBCT scan.

For example, CBCT imaging is often useful for:

• Impacted teeth

• Skeletal expansion planning

• Teenagers requiring MARPE or mini-screw supported expansion

• More complex orthodontic or skeletal assessments

Where clinically required, an additional fee of €150 applies for the CBCT scan and reporting of the findings.

Because CBCT imaging involves advanced diagnostic technology, the €150 fee remains separate from the orthodontic treatment fee and is non-deductible, even if treatment proceeds.

How Orthodontic Treatment Fees Are Calculated

The cost of orthodontic treatment mainly depends on two factors.

1. Complexity of the Orthodontic Problem

Some orthodontic problems involve simple tooth alignment. However, other cases require more advanced bite correction, impacted tooth management, skeletal correction, or multidisciplinary treatment.

As complexity increases, treatment may require:

• Longer treatment times

• More detailed planning

• Advanced orthodontic mechanics

• Additional appliances or laboratory work

2. Type of Orthodontic Appliance Used

Different orthodontic systems require different levels of clinical time, digital planning, and laboratory customisation.

Treatment options at Lusk Orthodontics may include:

• Fixed metal braces

• Ceramic (clear) braces

• Clear aligners

• Lingual braces placed behind the teeth

• Functional appliances

• Skeletal anchorage systems (TADs)

• MARPE skeletal expansion appliances

Orthodontic Indices Used to Assess Complexity

To ensure fairness and consistency, we assess orthodontic case complexity using internationally recognised orthodontic indices, including:

• IOTN – Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need

• ICON – Index of Complexity, Outcome and Need

Healthcare systems such as the NHS and HSE also use these systems to assess orthodontic treatment need and complexity.

In simple terms:

• Lower scores usually indicate less complex orthodontic problems and shorter treatment times

• Higher scores usually indicate more complex orthodontic problems requiring longer treatment and more advanced mechanics

What Is Included in Orthodontic Treatment Fees

Comprehensive orthodontic treatment at Lusk Orthodontics includes:

• Fixed bonded retainers placed behind the teeth

• Three sets of removable retainers (one active set and two spare sets)

• All routine orthodontic adjustment appointments

• Monitoring visits throughout treatment

• Emergency comfort visits during treatment if needed

Our goal is not simply to straighten teeth. More importantly, we aim to help patients maintain stable and healthy orthodontic results long term.

Additional Orthodontic Costs

MARPE and CAD-CAM Skeletal Anchorage Appliances

Some advanced orthodontic appliances require custom design and manufacturing for each patient.

As a result, laboratory costs may vary depending on the complexity of the appliance and treatment plan. However, we will always discuss any additional costs clearly before treatment begins.

Replacement Retainers

Removable Retainers

• Existing Lusk Orthodontics patients (3 sets for both arches): €450

• Patients not originally treated at Lusk Orthodontics (3 sets for both arches): €600

Bonded Fixed Retainers

• Bonded fixed retainer: €300 per arch

Metal-Free (Eztain) Retainers

• Upgrade for existing Lusk Orthodontics patients: €300 per arch

• Replacement for non-Lusk Orthodontics patients: €450 per arch

Orthodontic Treatment Fees

The following ranges reflect typical fees depending on case complexity.