Braces in Auckland typically cost between $6,000 and $10,000. Invisalign ranges from $4,500 for minor corrections to $12,800 for complex cases. At Shakespeare Orthodontics, all treatment is all-inclusive — one price covers 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.
Metal 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Metal braces | $6,000 to $9,000 | 18 to 30 months |
| Ceramic braces | $7,000 to $10,000 | 18 to 30 months |
| Lingual braces | $10,000 to $14,000 | 18 to 36 months |
Metal braces handle severe crowding, bite correction, and complex tooth movement reliably for children, teenagers, and adults. Ceramic braces work identically but use tooth-coloured materials for a less visible result. Lingual braces fit behind your teeth and are completely hidden from view.
All braces treatment at Shakespeare Orthodontics includes your full diagnostic records, all adjustment appointments, any required refinements, and your retainers at the end of treatment.
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. The more severe your crowding, spacing, or bite discrepancy, the longer treatment takes and the more appointments are required. A mild alignment case may resolve in 12 months; significant bite correction typically takes 24 to 30 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. Metal braces are generally the most cost-effective option. Ceramic, lingual, and aligner-based treatments carry a premium based on materials and complexity of fitting.
Provider qualifications. A specialist orthodontist completes three additional years of university training beyond dentistry, focusing exclusively on tooth movement and jaw development. A general dentist offering braces or Invisalign has not had this training. Specialist treatment typically delivers better outcomes in less time, with fewer complications — and fewer complications means lower overall cost.
Call Shakespeare Orthodontics for a FREE, no-obligation consultation with a specialist orthodontist in one of our Auckland clinics.
In 2025, a 12-year-old Auckland girl required corrective surgery after braces were fitted by a general dentist without specialist orthodontic qualifications. The treatment was cheaper upfront. The outcome was significantly more expensive — and painful — to fix.
This is not an isolated case. The New Zealand Dental Council does not restrict general dentists from offering orthodontic treatment, which means patients comparing quotes need to check credentials, not just prices. A lower fee from an unqualified provider is not a discount — it is a different, higher-risk service.
All orthodontists at Shakespeare Orthodontics are registered specialist orthodontists, recognised by the New Zealand Dental Council. You can verify any orthodontist’s specialist registration at the NZDC website before committing to treatment.
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 $6,000 to $9,000 depending on case complexity and treatment duration. Early treatment started 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.
