Braces in Auckland
In Auckland, braces with us start from $7,900 for simpler cases and from $9,900 for comprehensive specialist treatment, with most cases around $10,400. Your first Smile Assessment is free, a full written plan and exact quote is $390, and interest-free payment plans are available. We are a Southern Cross Affiliated Provider, and no referral is needed.
Braces are fitted and managed by a specialist orthodontist, for children, teenagers and adults, at our Newmarket clinic and our Albany clinic opening in 2026.
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Founded and led by specialist orthodontist Dr Shaz MacAvoy. Your treatment is always planned and directed by a registered specialist orthodontist.
Types of braces we offer
Braces have come a long way. They are smaller, more comfortable and more discreet than most people expect, and they remain one of the most reliable ways to straighten teeth.
Classic braces
Our most robust and most affordable option: small, low-profile traditional metal braces, highly effective from simple cases through to the most complex. Subtler than they used to be, with the option of fun colours.
Clear braces
Tooth-coloured braces that blend in. We use LightForce, custom 3D-printed clear braces, for a precise fit and a discreet look. A favourite with adults and older teens. More on clear and ceramic braces.
Clear aligners
Removable, near-invisible trays that suit some milder cases. We will give you a straight answer on whether aligners or braces will give you the better result.
We are independent, so we recommend the appliance that fits your teeth and your goals, not one brand. For many cases, braces remain the most predictable way to get a great result.
How much do braces cost in Auckland?
Every mouth is different, so the final fee depends on how much work your case needs. As a guide:
From $7,900
Shorter treatments focused on the front teeth or minor alignment, where the bite is already sound.
From $9,900
Full correction of crowding and the bite, individually quoted to your case after a specialist assessment.
Your exact fee is confirmed in writing after a specialist assessment. Interest-free payment plans are available to spread the cost, and we are a Southern Cross Affiliated Provider. See a full breakdown of what braces cost and how to pay, or our pricing page for all treatments.
Braces for every age
Children
Sometimes a short early phase of treatment guides the jaw and makes things simpler later. We will only start when the timing is right.
Teenagers
The classic age for braces, once the adult teeth are through. Classic and clear options, with colours on offer if they want them.
Adults
It is never too late. Discreet clear braces and clear aligners make adult treatment easy to fit around work and life.
New to all this? A Free Smile Assessment is the easy first step. Explore our full range of treatment options or learn more about seeing a specialist orthodontist in Auckland.
Not sure if braces are right for you?
Start with a Free Smile Assessment, in Newmarket or on Zoom. We will look at your teeth and talk you through your options, with no obligation and no pressure. Weighing braces against clear aligners? Read our side by side comparison.
See what's possible
Severe crowding is one of the most common problems we treat. Three real Milk patients, before and after.
A lower front tooth had been squeezed right out of the arch. We made the space it needed and guided every tooth into line.
A rotated side tooth and a canine erupting high above the line. With the right space created, every tooth found its place.
A badly displaced side tooth and teeth competing for space, planned into a straight, evenly spaced smile.
Every photo is a real Milk Orthodontics patient, shared with their permission. See more real results ›
Common questions about braces
How much do braces cost in Auckland?
Simple and cosmetic treatment starts from around $7,900, and comprehensive treatment from $9,900. Because every mouth is different, your exact fee is quoted in writing after a specialist assessment. Interest-free payment plans are available, and we are a Southern Cross Affiliated Provider.
How long does treatment with braces take?
Most cases take somewhere between twelve and twenty four months. Simple cosmetic cases can be shorter, while complex bite corrections take longer. You will be given a realistic timeframe for your own teeth at your work-up appointment.
Classic or clear braces, which should I choose?
Both straighten teeth equally well. Classic braces are traditional metal braces, the most robust and usually the most affordable. Clear braces, like our LightForce custom braces, are tooth-coloured and far less noticeable, which makes them popular with adults and older teens. We will talk you through the trade-offs at your assessment.
Are braces or clear aligners better?
Neither is universally better, and the right choice depends on your case. Braces are versatile and very reliable, including for complex movements. Clear aligners suit some milder cases and can be removed for eating and cleaning. As a specialist we recommend the right tool for your teeth rather than promoting one product.
Can adults get braces?
Yes, adults can get braces. A large share of our patients are adults. Teeth can be moved safely at almost any age, and discreet options like clear braces or clear aligners are popular with adults who would rather keep treatment low key.
Do braces hurt?
Having braces fitted does not hurt. Teeth can feel tender for a few days after fitting and after each adjustment, which soft food and ordinary pain relief settle quickly. Most people are surprised by how manageable it is.
Straighter teeth start here
See a specialist orthodontist about braces in Newmarket, or join the Albany waitlist. Book a Free Smile Assessment today. Your first visit is free, a full work-up with your written plan and exact quote is $390, and interest-free weekly payment plans are available.
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