Braces in Auckland typically cost between $5,800 and $12,800. Aligners range from $4,200 for minor corrections to $12,800 for complex cases. As specialists in fixing children’s teeth and bite problems, as well as treating teens and adults, we tailor your plan using plates, aligners, or braces to suit your treatment goals.
At Shakespeare Orthodontics, treatment costs cover your consultations, adjustments, refinements, and retainers, with no unexpected invoices at the end. Our four Auckland clinics are in Takapuna, Epsom, Howick, and Warkworth. Free consultations are available at all locations.
Braces are the most clinically reliable option for complex cases and the most cost-effective treatment type we offer.
| Treatment type | Typical cost range | Treatment duration |
|---|---|---|
| Limited treatment | $5,800 to $8,800 | 9 to 12 months |
| Comprehensive treatment | $9,800 to $12,800 | 18 to 24 months |
Material preference, metal or ceramic, is a comfort and aesthetics decision you make with your specialist once your treatment objective is set.
At Shakespeare Orthodontics, retainer costs and a full year of follow-up appointments are included in every quote. All treatment, whether limited or comprehensive, braces or aligners, includes your full diagnostic records, all adjustment appointments, any required refinements, your retainers, and a full year of follow-up care.
Angel Aligners are a clear aligner system offering an effective alternative for crowding, spacing, and mild-to-moderate bite corrections.
| Angel Aligner type | Typical cost range | Best suited for |
|---|---|---|
| Angel Select | $8,800 to $10,500 | Teens and adults, mild cases and general alignment |
| Angel Pro | $10,800 to $12,800 | Complex cases using the dual-aligner “7+3” system |
| Angel KiD | $4,200 to $7,500 | Children (approx. ages 6–12) with a mix of primary and permanent teeth |
| Angel Retainer | $400 to $900 | Post-treatment retention, standalone or replacement retainers |
As with all our treatment, your fee depends on whether your case needs limited or comprehensive correction. If you’re weighing Angel Aligners against Invisalign or braces, your specialist will talk you through which option best suits your treatment objective at your free consultation. You can book online here.
Invisalign treatment cost depends on the complexity of your case and the product type your specialist recommends.
| Invisalign type | Typical cost range | Best suited for |
|---|---|---|
| Invisalign Lite / Go | $4,500 to $6,500 | Minor crowding or spacing |
| Invisalign Full | $7,500 to $10,500 | Moderate to complex cases |
| Invisalign Teen | $7,500 to $10,000 | Teenagers with growth considerations |
| Complex cases | $10,500 to $12,800 | Bite correction, jaw alignment |
Invisalign price quotes you see online often exclude refinements, retainers, and follow-up appointments. Our Invisalign fee covers everything from your first scan to your final retainer fit.
Two people walking into the same clinic can receive very different quotes. The main variables are:
Case complexity. Limited treatment targeting one specific concern is quicker and less expensive than comprehensive treatment correcting your whole bite. A straightforward case may resolve in 9 to 12 months; full bite correction typically takes 18 to 24 months.
Your age. Children and teenagers in active jaw growth often respond faster to treatment, which can shorten duration and reduce cost. Adults with fully developed jaws may require longer treatment for equivalent results.
Appliance type. Braces and clear aligners can both achieve the same treatment objective for most cases. Material and appliance preference is a comfort and aesthetics decision, not a separate cost tier.
Provider qualifications. A specialist orthodontist completes three additional years of university training beyond dentistry, focusing exclusively on tooth movement and jaw development. Specialist treatment typically delivers predictable outcomes in less time, with fewer complications along the way.
Call Shakespeare Orthodontics for a FREE, no-obligation consultation with a specialist orthodontist in one of our Auckland clinics.
Orthodontic quotes can vary significantly between providers and the number on the page doesn’t always tell the full story. A lower upfront fee may not include retainers, a full follow-up period, emergency visits, or breakage repairs, meaning the real cost of treatment can end up higher than a more transparent quote.
Specialist training also matters. A registered specialist orthodontist has completed additional years of postgraduate training focused specifically on tooth movement, jaw growth, and bite correction. That depth of training supports more predictable outcomes and fewer complications along the way.
At Shakespeare Orthodontics, every quote is all-inclusive and every treating clinician is a registered specialist orthodontist so you can compare with confidence.
We offer interest-free payment plans across all four Auckland clinics. Treatment can be spread over 12 months interest-free, with options to extend depending on your case.
There is no upfront cost to explore your options. Your free consultation includes a full clinical assessment, a discussion of the treatment options suited to your case, and a transparent all-inclusive quote.
Want expert advice and transparent pricing? Talk to one of our specialist Auckland Orthodontists today and find the right treatment plan that fits both your smile and your finances. You can book online here.
Children’s braces at Shakespeare Orthodontics typically range from $5,800 for limited treatment addressing a specific concern, up to $12,800+ for comprehensive treatment. Starting treatment while the jaw is still developing can sometimes shorten overall treatment time and reduce cost.
For equivalent case complexity, Invisalign and metal braces are often similarly priced. Simple Invisalign cases can be less expensive than braces. Complex cases requiring bite correction may cost more with Invisalign than with metal braces. Your specialist will recommend the most clinically appropriate option at your free consultation.
At Shakespeare Orthodontics, yes. Our all-inclusive fee covers your retainers at the end of treatment. Some practices charge separately for retainers — always confirm what is included before comparing quotes.
Common add-ons at other practices include: initial consultation fees, diagnostic records (X-rays, scans, photos), mid-treatment adjustment fees, refinement aligners, and retainers. Ask for a full cost-of-treatment breakdown before you sign any agreement.
Many private health insurance policies in New Zealand include an orthodontic benefit, typically between $1,000 and $3,000 as a one-off payment. Cover varies by provider and policy level. Contact your insurer directly and ask specifically about orthodontic benefits.
Yes. Shakespeare Orthodontics offers interest-free payment plans across all four Auckland locations. Ask about current payment options at your free consultation.
Dr. Adriana Perez grew up in Caracas, Venezuela. She is one of the registered specialist orthodontist working at Shakespeare Orthodontics in Auckland.
In 2008, Adriana graduated with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery from Santa Maria University in Caracas, Venezuela. After graduation, she worked in Venezuela in private practice, at the Orthopaedic Children’s Hospital (Dentistry/Orthodontics unit), and as a lecturer in the National Experimental University of the Armed Forces.
In the year 2011, Adriana moved to Argentina to specialise, gaining the Specialist Orthodontist degree from the University of Buenos Aires in 2013. While in Argentina, she worked as a part-time lecturer at the Orthodontics Department in the University of Buenos Aires, private practice, and at the Craniofacial Unit in the Paediatric Hospital Garrahan, looking after cleft lip new-borns, children, and adolescent patients.
Adriana is a Spanish speaker. In her spare time, she likes going to the beach, travelling, socialising with friends, playing video games, cooking, and going to the gym.
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Dr Azza Al-Ani, grew up in Christchurch, is a registered specialist orthodontist working at Shakespeare Orthodontics in Auckland. You can find her at one of the clinics in the city, or at their Takapuna clinic on the North Shore.
In 2009, Azza graduated with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery with Credit from the University of Otago.
She worked as a dental house surgeon at Auckland, Greenlane and Middlemore Hospitals, and as a dental officer at Sydney’s Westmead Hospital.
In 2012, she completed the Royal Australasian College of Dental Surgeons (RACDS) primary examinations.
Before commencing her specialist training, she held a part-time Professional Practice Fellow position at the Faculty of Dentistry, while working as a dentist in private practice.
In 2016, Azza graduated from the University of Otago with a Doctor of Clinical Dentistry in Orthodontics. She passed examinations to gain memberships into the Royal Australasian College of Dental Surgeons and the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh.
She is also certified with the Australasian Orthodontic Board, and is a member of the New Zealand Association of Orthodontists, and the New Zealand Dental Association / New Zealand Dental Council.
Azza’s area of research interest is hypodontia. She has presented about this topic at the European Orthodontic Society Congress, and at the International Association Dental Research ANZ Scientific Meeting, and has been involved in the publication of numerous articles in peer-reviewed journals:
Outside of work, Azza loves spending time with her son and Mo (her husband), socialising with family and friends, overseas travel, and tries to keep up with Mo while mountain biking.
Common add-ons at other practices include: initial consultation fees, diagnostic records (X-rays, scans, photos), mid-treatment adjustment fees, refinement aligners, and retainers. Ask for a full cost-of-treatment breakdown before you sign any agreement.
Mo is a Specialist Orthodontist. He grew up in both New Zealand and Australia.
After completing a year in Health Sciences, and later physiotherapy, he qualified as a dentist in New Zealand. He spent the next four years working alongside his father in Sydney where he practised general dentistry. Mo then returned to Dunedin to specialise, gaining his specialist degree – Clinical Doctorate in Orthodontics from the University of Otago.
During the three years of specialist training, Mo had the privilege of learning from the best. The combined clinical and academic acumen of professors, doctors and staff provided an invaluable experience.
Meanwhile, Mo published and presented significant research and clinical cases at both national and international forums, including the International Association of Dental Research, the Australasian Begg Society of Orthodontics, the European Orthodontic Society and the New Zealand Dental Association conference.
A firm believer in maintaining high clinical standards, Mo successfully completed further examinations to become affiliated with the Royal College of Surgeons (Edinburgh) and the Royal Australasian College of Dental Surgeons (Sydney).
Mo is currently a part-time senior lecturer and superviser at Auckland University of Technology, and is a:
Mo is a regular presenter at conferences and professional development events including:
Outside of work, Mo enjoys the precious time with his young family and the outdoors. He especially loves mountain biking, running, fishing, diving and, in winter, snowboarding.
Traveling along with his best friend and wife (Azza) around the world has also been a big part of Mo’s life. Mo is primarily based in Shakespeare Orthodontic’s city clinics and on the North Shore.
