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Before you spend $20-$500 on temporary dental clips, see how professional treatment costs less than you think—and lasts a lifetime
Dental clips (also called snap-on veneers or clip-on teeth) are removable cosmetic covers that snap over your existing teeth. They're marketed as a quick, affordable way to improve your smile's appearance.
$20-$100
Generic, one-size-fits-most options
$200-$500
Made from your impression
Every 3-6 months
Must be replaced frequently
Dental clips are temporary cosmetic covers—not orthodontic treatment. They don't move teeth, fix bite problems, or improve dental health. For the same $200-$500, you could start professional treatment with a payment plan that actually fixes your smile permanently.
Must buy new clips every few months as they wear out, stain, or break
$200-$500/year
Gum damage and tooth decay from improper fit can cost thousands to fix
$1,000-$5,000+
Delaying real treatment means teeth continue to shift, making future treatment more expensive
Priceless
Spending $500/year on dental clips
$6,000
over 10 years
Professional treatment (one-time)
$3,500-$8,000
often $99-$150/month with payment plans
| Feature | Dental Clips | Invisalign | Braces |
|---|---|---|---|
| Upfront Cost | $20-$500 | $3,500-$8,000 | $3,000-$7,000 |
| Monthly Payment | N/A | $99-$150/month | $99-$150/month |
| Insurance Coverage | None | Often 50% | Often 50% |
| Actual Monthly Cost (with insurance) | $17-$42/month (if replaced quarterly) | $50-$75/month | $50-$75/month |
| Duration | Hours (remove for eating) | 12-24 months | 18-24 months |
| Results | Temporary cosmetic cover | Permanent alignment | Permanent alignment |
| Fixes Bite Issues | No | Yes | Yes |
| Fixes Crowding | No | Yes | Yes |
| Improves Dental Health | No | Yes | Yes |
| Total Cost Over 2 Years | $400-$2,000 (replacements) | $3,500-$8,000 (one-time) | $3,000-$7,000 (one-time) |
When you factor in replacements and insurance coverage, professional treatment often costs LESS per month than buying dental clips repeatedly—and you get permanent results.
Find Out Your Exact CostExample:
$6,000 treatment - $3,000 insurance = $3,000 ÷ 24 months = $125/month
Example:
$5,000 treatment - $2,500 insurance = $2,500 ÷ 24 months = $104/month
Dental Clips (replaced quarterly)
$50-$125/month
Temporary cosmetic cover
Professional Treatment (with insurance)
$50-$75/month
Permanent smile transformation
Same cost. One lasts hours. One lasts a lifetime.
For just $300 more over 2 years, you get permanent results instead of temporary covers.
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Basic dental clips cost $20-$100, while custom-fitted options range from $200-$500. However, they must be replaced every 3-6 months, bringing the annual cost to $200-$500 per year. Over time, this adds up significantly compared to one-time professional treatment.
Total cost ranges from $3,000-$8,000, but insurance often covers 50% of orthodontic treatment. With payment plans, this breaks down to $99-$150 per month. After insurance, many families pay just $50-$75 per month—often less than repeatedly buying dental clips.
Yes! With insurance and payment plans, professional treatment often costs the same or less per month than repeatedly buying dental clips. We offer flexible payment plans, in-house financing, and work with third-party financing options like CareCredit. The difference is that professional treatment gives you permanent results.
No. Dental clips are temporary cosmetic covers that don't move teeth or fix alignment issues. They simply cover your existing teeth to change their appearance temporarily. Only braces and Invisalign actually straighten teeth permanently by gradually moving them into proper position.
We offer flexible payment plans, in-house financing, and work with third-party financing options like CareCredit. Many orthodontists in Metro Detroit offer 0% interest payment plans that make treatment affordable for families without insurance. Get a free consultation to explore your options.
Invisalign typically takes 12-24 months, while traditional braces take 18-24 months. The exact timeline depends on your specific case. While this is longer than putting on dental clips, the results are permanent—you'll have a straight, healthy smile for life, not just for a few hours at a time.
Professional treatment costs less than you think—often the same monthly cost as repeatedly buying dental clips, but with permanent results.
Dental Clips
$50-$125/month
(temporary)
Professional Treatment
$50-$75/month
(permanent)
Same cost. Different results.