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Braces and Invisalign in Bangkok: Prices in THB, and What Fits an Expat or a Visitor

At HeySmile Dental Clinic in Asok, metal braces cost 1,500–2,000 THB a month, Damon self-ligating braces 3,000 THB a month, and Invisalign clear aligners from 49,000 THB for the full course. The first braces visit is 999 THB including the X-ray, photos and records, bonding the appliance is 3,000 THB per session, and retainers after braces at HeySmile are included. Braces need an adjustment visit about every 4–8 weeks, so they suit people living in Bangkok; a visitor on a short trip can have a consultation, an Invisalign scan or, with a few days in Bangkok, a new retainer (2,500 THB per piece). Prices are in Thai baht and the same for Thai and international patients. The orthodontist confirms the plan and the price after the check-up and X-ray.

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Braces and Invisalign in Bangkok: quick answers

What expats and visitors ask us first.

How much do braces cost?

Metal braces are 1,500 or 2,000 THB a month depending on the bracket system, and Damon self-ligating braces 3,000 THB a month, paid at each adjustment visit. Add the first visit (999 THB, with X-ray, photos and records) and appliance bonding (3,000 THB per session); retainers after braces are included. Invisalign is from 49,000 THB for the whole course.

How long does it take?

Most braces cases take about 18–24 months, complex cases longer, with an adjustment about every 4–8 weeks. Invisalign ranges from a few months for small corrections to one to two years for a full course, longer for complex cases, with a check-up every 6–10 weeks.

I am only visiting Bangkok. What can I do?

An Invisalign consultation with X-ray, photos, a scan and a plan, or a new or replacement retainer if you have a few days here. Full braces need regular visits here, so they suit residents. If you start Invisalign, tell us how often you can come back.

Braces or Invisalign?

Braces can treat almost every type of case and cost less per month; Invisalign is removable and almost invisible but must be worn 20–22 hours a day and costs more up front. The orthodontist tells you which one can achieve the result you want.

Braces, Invisalign and retainer cost in Bangkok (THB)

From the HeySmile 2026 price list. Braces are paid per month at each adjustment visit; Invisalign is a single price for the full course.

Braces, Invisalign and retainer prices at HeySmile Dental Clinic, Bangkok, in Thai baht
TreatmentWhat it coversPrice (THB)
Braces, per month
Braces first visitConsultation, panoramic X-ray, photos and records (impressions), before any braces treatment999
Appliance bondingBonding the brackets and fitting the first wire, per session3,000 / session
Metal braces (Tomy brackets)Standard metal brackets (Tomy, Japan) and wires; adjustment visits about every 4–8 weeks1,500 / month
Metal braces (Ormco brackets)Premium metal bracket system (Ormco, USA)2,000 / month
Damon self-ligating bracesClips instead of elastic ties: no elastics to trap food, and wire changes are quick3,000 / month
Invisalign clear aligners, full course
Invisalign EssentialSmall corrections, up to 7 aligners, typically 3–5 months49,000
Invisalign GoMild crowding or spacing, up to 20 aligners, typically about 4 months69,000
Invisalign LiteMild to moderate cases, up to 14 aligners, typically 5–7 months79,000
Invisalign ModerateModerate cases, up to 26 aligners, typically 1–2 years129,000
Invisalign Comprehensive, 3 yearsComplex cases, aligners and refinements for up to 3 years149,000
Invisalign Comprehensive, 5 yearsComplex cases, aligners and refinements for up to 5 years159,000
Retainers
Wire (Hawley) retainerMetal wire with an acrylic plate, adjustable and long-lasting, per piece2,500
Clear retainerThin transparent plastic, almost invisible, per piece2,500
Retainers, set of twoUpper and lower, wire or clear, bought separately4,500
Retainers after braces at HeySmileA set of two is included when your braces treatment at HeySmile finishesIncluded
Before you start
Consultation and check-upExamination and treatment options with the orthodontistIncluded
X-rayA panoramic X-ray is normally needed to plan orthodontic treatment200 (small film) · 800 (panoramic)

Prices are in Thai baht; convert them with your bank's rate on the day. Braces prices are the monthly fee paid at each visit, plus the first visit (999 THB) and appliance bonding (3,000 THB per session); retainers after braces at HeySmile are included. Prices differ from clinic to clinic in Bangkok: these are the published HeySmile prices, and they are the same for Thai and international patients. See the braces section of the price list.

Estimate the total before you decide

Which treatment?
How many months of treatment?

The orthodontist estimates the real length at the consultation.

After treatment

Retainers, set of two: included after braces at HeySmile.

Estimated total

39,999 THB

  • First visit: X-ray, photos and records999
  • Appliance bonding, 1 session3,000
  • Metal braces (Tomy), 24 months36,000
  • Retainers, set of twoIncluded

Paid month by month at each adjustment visit.

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An estimate from the published price list, not a quote. For Invisalign the X-ray and scan at the first visit are extra. The orthodontist confirms the treatment, how long it will take and the price after the check-up.

Braces or Invisalign: what suits you?

The orthodontist recommends one after the check-up and X-ray, and explains why in English.

Metal braces

Brackets bonded to the teeth and a wire that the orthodontist tightens at each visit. They can treat almost every type of case, including bites and severe crowding, and cost the least per month. You come in about every 4–8 weeks, so they suit people living in Bangkok. 1,500–2,000 THB a month.

Damon self-ligating braces

Brackets with a small clip instead of elastic ties. The wire slides with less friction and there are no elastic ties to trap food. 3,000 THB a month.

Invisalign clear aligners

A series of removable, almost invisible aligners made from a digital scan, changed every one to two weeks at home. They must be worn 20–22 hours a day and are taken out to eat and brush. Check-ups are about every 6–10 weeks, so some patients who travel can manage it with planning. From 49,000 THB for the full course.

Not sure you need treatment?

Crowding, gaps, teeth that stick out, and a deep or open bite are the usual reasons. Straighter teeth are also easier to clean. Ask the orthodontist first: the first braces visit is 999 THB including the X-ray, photos and records, and nothing else is charged until you decide to start.

BracesFixed brackets and wire, adjusted every 4–8 weeksInvisalignClear removable aligners, 20–22 hours a day
Braces are fixed and adjusted at the clinic; Invisalign aligners are removable and changed at home.

What happens, step by step

1. Consultation and records

The orthodontist examines your teeth and bite, takes a panoramic X-ray, photos and records, and explains in English which treatments can achieve the result you want, how long each would take and what it costs. For braces this first visit is 999 THB. For Invisalign a digital scan of your teeth is taken. Nothing starts until you agree.

2. Starting treatment

Braces: the brackets are bonded and the first wire fitted in one visit (3,000 THB per bonding session). Invisalign: the aligners are made from your scan and delivered to the clinic, usually within a few weeks; at the fitting visit small tooth-coloured attachments are usually bonded and you are shown how to wear and change the aligners.

3. Adjustments and check-ups

Braces: an adjustment visit about every 4–8 weeks, where the monthly fee is paid. Invisalign: a check-up about every 6–10 weeks to collect the next aligners and confirm the teeth are tracking. If you travel a lot, tell the orthodontist so visits can be planned around your trips.

4. Retainers, for life

When the teeth are straight the braces come off, or the last aligner is finished, and retainers are made to hold the result. Teeth drift back without them, so retainers are worn full-time at first in many cases, then every night, long term. After braces at HeySmile a set of two is included; bought separately a set is 4,500 THB.

Living outside Bangkok? Full braces are not a good fit for a short visit, because the wire needs regular adjustment here. What works on a trip: the consultation and X-ray, an Invisalign scan and plan, or a new retainer. Tell us your dates before you fly and the orthodontist will say on WhatsApp what is realistic.

Retainers in Bangkok: new, replacement or lost

Also for people who had braces elsewhere and need a retainer while they are here.

Wire (Hawley) retainer

A metal wire across the front of the teeth on an acrylic plate. It can be adjusted, lasts for years, and is easy to clean. 2,500 THB per piece, 4,500 THB for upper and lower.

Clear (Essix) retainer

A thin transparent plastic retainer moulded to your teeth, almost invisible. It wears out faster than a wire retainer and needs replacing when it cracks or loosens. 2,500 THB per piece, 4,500 THB for a set of two.

Lost or broken your retainer?

Replace it quickly: teeth can start to move within weeks without one, and the longer you wait the more they move. Bring your old retainer if you still have it. Message us on WhatsApp with a photo and your dates and we will tell you when it can be ready.

How to wear it: often full-time for the first few months, then every night, for as long as you want your teeth to stay straight; the orthodontist tells you which applies to you. Clean it with a soft brush and cool water or mild soap, not toothpaste, which scratches clear plastic, and never hot water; keep it in its case, not in a napkin, which is how most retainers get thrown away.

Living with braces or aligners

The first week

Teeth are tender for a few days after braces go on and after each adjustment; soft food and the pain relief your orthodontist recommends help. Brackets can rub the cheeks at first: use the orthodontic wax you are given. New aligners feel tight for a day or two.

Eating and cleaning

With braces avoid hard, sticky and crunchy food that breaks brackets, and brush after every meal, using the small brushes you are given around each bracket. With Invisalign take the aligners out to eat and drink anything except water, brush before putting them back, and clean the aligners with cool water and a soft brush.

When to contact us

A broken bracket, a wire poking the cheek that wax does not cover, a lost aligner, or pain that does not settle in a few days: message us on WhatsApp and we will fit you in. A poking wire can be covered with orthodontic wax, or a small piece of sugarless chewing gum, until you get here.

Sources for patients: NHS: Orthodontics · MouthHealthy (American Dental Association): Braces

Who treats you

Orthodontic treatment at HeySmile is usually carried out by Dr. Chalermporn Budsabong, who trained in orthodontics at Chulalongkorn University, and Dr. Chompoonuj Thanyakarn, whose focus is orthodontics and Invisalign and who was the first orthodontist from Thailand showcased in the Global Invisalign Gallery, as part of a team of 10 Thai-licensed dentists who all consult in English. Meet the dentists.

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Braces and Invisalign in Bangkok: FAQ

How much do braces cost in Bangkok?

At HeySmile Dental Clinic metal braces cost 1,500 THB a month with Tomy brackets or 2,000 THB a month with Ormco brackets, and Damon self-ligating braces 3,000 THB a month, paid at each adjustment visit. The first visit with X-ray, photos and records is 999 THB and bonding the appliance is 3,000 THB per session, so a typical 24-month case with Tomy brackets costs about 39,999 THB in total, with the retainers afterwards included.

How much does Invisalign cost in Bangkok?

Invisalign at HeySmile starts at 49,000 THB for the full course. The packages are Essential 49,000, Go 69,000, Lite 79,000, Moderate 129,000, Comprehensive 3 years 149,000 and Comprehensive 5 years 159,000 THB, depending on how much the teeth need to move. The orthodontist confirms which package fits after the scan.

Can I get braces or Invisalign as a tourist in Bangkok?

Braces need an adjustment visit about every 4 to 8 weeks, so they suit people living in Bangkok rather than visitors. Invisalign needs a check-up about every 6 to 10 weeks and the aligners take a few weeks to arrive after the scan, so it can work if you return regularly. On a short trip you can have the consultation and X-ray, an Invisalign scan and plan, or a new retainer.

How long does orthodontic treatment take?

Most braces cases take about 18 to 24 months; complex cases take longer. Invisalign ranges from about 3 to 5 months for small corrections to 1 to 2 years for a full course; complex cases can take longer. The orthodontist gives you an estimate at the consultation and updates it as treatment goes on.

Do braces hurt?

Fitting braces is not usually painful, but the teeth are tender for a few days afterwards and for a day or two after each adjustment, and brackets can rub the cheeks at first. Soft food, orthodontic wax and ordinary pain relief usually manage it. New Invisalign aligners feel tight for a day or two.

Braces or Invisalign: which is better?

Braces can treat almost every type of case, including bites and severe crowding, and cost less per month. Invisalign is almost invisible and removable, which makes eating and cleaning easier, but it must be worn 20 to 22 hours a day, costs more up front and is not suitable for every case. The orthodontist tells you which one can achieve the result you want.

How much is a retainer in Bangkok?

A wire (Hawley) retainer or a clear retainer is 2,500 THB per piece at HeySmile, and a set of two, upper and lower, is 4,500 THB. Send a photo on WhatsApp with your dates if you have lost or broken a retainer and we will tell you when a new one can be ready.

How long do I have to wear a retainer?

Often full-time for the first few months, then every night, for as long as you want your teeth to stay straight; the orthodontist tells you which applies to you. Teeth move throughout life and drift back towards their old position without a retainer, fastest in the first year after braces. Replace a lost or cracked retainer quickly rather than waiting.

Am I too old for braces?

No. Teeth can be moved at any age as long as the teeth and gums are healthy. Adults often choose Invisalign or Damon braces because they are less visible, and treatment for an adult can take a little longer than for a teenager.

I started braces in another country. Can you continue the treatment?

Usually yes. Bring your treatment plan, X-rays and any records from your previous orthodontist, and HeySmile's orthodontist examines you and explains whether treatment can continue here, with what and at what monthly fee.

Will my insurance cover braces or Invisalign in Bangkok?

Many travel and health policies exclude orthodontics, so check your policy first. You pay at the clinic and receive an itemised receipt in English showing each treatment and its price.

Where is HeySmile Dental Clinic?

155/8 Sukhumvit 21 (Asok Montri) Road, Khlong Toei Nuea, Watthana, Bangkok 10110: a 5-minute walk from BTS Asok (exit 3) or MRT Sukhumvit (exit 1), near Terminal 21. Open daily 09:30–19:30.

This page is general information about treatment at HeySmile Dental Clinic and does not replace an examination by a dentist.

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Getting to HeySmile Dental Clinic

HeySmile Dental Clinic (Sukhumvit 21, Asok)

  • Address: 155/8 Sukhumvit 21 (Asok Montri) Road, Khlong Toei Nuea, Watthana, Bangkok 10110
  • Train: 5-minute walk from BTS Asok (exit 3) or MRT Sukhumvit (exit 1)
  • Open: every day 09:30–19:30, including weekends
  • Languages: English and Thai
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