Braces in Sydney CBD: Metal, Ceramic and LightForce.

Braces straighten teeth and correct bites in cases where aligners cannot, and they work continuously without relying on anyone remembering to wear them. At Vivaldi Smile Artisans, braces are $4,500 to $11,000, all-inclusive, covering your appliances, every appointment, remote monitoring between visits, and your retainers at the end. No referral is needed.

Types of Braces We Provide

Metal braces. The most established option and the most economical. Modern brackets are considerably smaller than they once were, and they handle the full range of cases, including complex bite correction.
Ceramic braces. The same fixed system with tooth-coloured brackets, so they are far less noticeable at conversational distance. They suit adults and older teenagers who want a fixed appliance without the visibility of metal.
LightForce 3D-printed braces. Custom ceramic brackets, designed individually for each of your teeth from a 3D scan rather than made to a standard shape. Each bracket is made to sit precisely on your tooth’s own surface

All three sit within the same $4,500 to $11,000 range, because cost follows the complexity of your case rather than the appliance you choose.

How Braces Work

Brackets are bonded to each tooth and connected by an archwire. The wire applies gentle, continuous pressure that moves teeth along a planned path, and it is adjusted at intervals as your teeth respond. Because the appliance is fixed, treatment progresses without depending on wear time, which is why braces suit cases where compliance would be difficult, and why they remain the more predictable option for significant bite correction.

How Braces Work

What Braces Cost in Sydney

At Vivaldi Smile Artisans, braces are $4,500 to $11,000, all-inclusive. One quote covers your appliances, every appointment through treatment, DentalMonitoring between visits, refinements if your teeth need extra fine-tuning, and your retainers and retention phase at the end. Nothing is added later.

In-house interest-free plans start from $70 per week. A no-deposit finance option with weekly instalments is also available (interest, fees and approval criteria apply), and we walk you through the details and total costs at your consultation.

For the full breakdown of what moves the price within that range, see our cost of braces guide or our cost and finance page.

Fewer Trips Into the Practice

Every braces treatment here includes DentalMonitoring. You scan your teeth from your phone every week or two, Dr Vivaldi reviews the scans, and when treatment is tracking well, in-practice visits can often be spaced further apart. Patients who work in the city or live a long way from the CBD are often seen in person only when their treatment needs it.

Braces or Invisalign?

Both work well for most cases and sit in similar price ranges (braces $4,500 to $11,000, Invisalign $4,000 to $11,000, both all-inclusive). Braces work continuously and handle complex bite correction predictably.

Aligners are removable and discreet, which suits people who will wear them 20 to 22 hours a day. The right answer depends on your teeth, your bite and your routine, and Dr Vivaldi will tell you plainly which he would recommend. Our braces vs Invisalign guide compares them in detail.

Braces or Invisalign?

Braces for Adults, Teenagers and Children

Teeth move at any age, and many of our adult patients are correcting drift that happened over the years since a first round of treatment. See our adult orthodontics page, or our adult braces cost guide.

Teenagers: most are treated once the adult teeth have come through, commonly between 11 and 15. See our teen orthodontics page.
Children: an orthodontic check by around age 7 tells you whether treatment is needed now, later, or not at all. See our children’s orthodontics page.
Adults can start with a free smile assessment. Children and teenagers start with a consultation with Dr Vivaldi, which is $100 and redeemable against treatment if they start the same day.

What Treatment Involves

Assessment (optional): Adults begin with a free smile assessment: photos and a 3D scan, reviewed by Dr Vivaldi for a preliminary indication. Children and teenagers begin with a consultation with Dr Vivaldi.
Consultation and plan. Dr Vivaldi examines your teeth and bite, confirms suitability, and sets out your treatment plan and exact all-inclusive quote.
Fitting. Brackets are bonded and the first archwire is placed. There is no drilling, and the appointment is comfortable.
Through treatment. Progress is checked remotely through DentalMonitoring, with in-practice adjustments scheduled when your teeth need them.
Retention. Braces come off and your retainers are fitted. Retention is included in your quote.

What Treatment Involves

Assessment (optional): Adults begin with a free smile assessment: photos and a 3D scan, reviewed by Dr Vivaldi for a preliminary indication. Children and teenagers begin with a consultation with Dr Vivaldi.
Consultation and plan. Dr Vivaldi examines your teeth and bite, confirms suitability, and sets out your treatment plan and exact all-inclusive quote.
Fitting. Brackets are bonded and the first archwire is placed. There is no drilling, and the appointment is comfortable.
Through treatment. Progress is checked remotely through DentalMonitoring, with in-practice adjustments scheduled when your teeth need them.
Retention. Braces come off and your retainers are fitted. Retention is included in your quote.

Braces in Sydney: Frequently Asked Questions

How much do braces cost in Sydney

$4,500 to $11,000 all-inclusive at Vivaldi Smile Artisans, including your appointments and retainers, with interest-free plans from $70/week.

How long does treatment with braces take?

It depends on how far your teeth need to move and whether your bite needs correcting. Dr Vivaldi will give you a realistic timeframe for your case at your consultation, and your progress is reviewed regularly through DentalMonitoring.

Are ceramic braces more expensive than metal?

Not at our practice. All brace types, including LightForce 3D-printed braces, sit within the same $4,500 to $11,000 range, because cost follows the complexity of your case rather than the appliance.

Do braces hurt?

Fitting braces is comfortable and involves no drilling. Teeth are usually tender for a few days after fitting and after adjustments, which settles with ordinary pain relief and soft foods.

How often will I need appointments?

Fewer than you might expect. DentalMonitoring is included with every treatment, so progress is checked through regular phone scans reviewed by Dr Vivaldi, and when treatment is tracking well, in-practice visits can often be spaced further apart.

Can adults have braces?

Yes. Teeth move at any age, and adults are one of the fastest-growing groups in orthodontics. What matters is the health of your teeth and gums rather than your age. See our adult orthodontics page and our adult braces cost guide.

Should I choose braces or Invisalign?

Both work well for most cases and cost about the same here, so the decision is clinical rather than financial: braces work continuously and handle complex bite correction predictably, while Invisalign suits people who will reliably wear aligners 20 to 22 hours a day. Our braces vs Invisalign guide compares them in detail, and Dr Vivaldi will tell you plainly which he recommends for your case.

Are retainers included?

Yes. Every braces quote is all-inclusive, and your retainers and retention phase are covered by the one figure. If you ever need replacements years later, our retainer cost guide covers the options.

What types of braces do you provide?

Metal, tooth-coloured ceramic, and LightForce custom 3D-printed braces.

Your First Visit block

Your First Visit

Two Easy Ways to Start

Begin with a free chat about your options, or book your clinical assessment with Dr Vivaldi. Either way, no referral is needed.

Free · In Person or Video

Free Smile Assessment

Meet our treatment coordinator to talk through your smile goals and options. Your photos (and iTero 3D scan when you visit in person) are reviewed by Dr Vivaldi for a preliminary indication of what may suit you, and your coordinator walks you through the options, costs and interest-free plans. A consultation with Dr Vivaldi confirms your suitability and treatment plan.

30 minutes
Treatment coordinator
In person or video call
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Clinical Assessment

Consultation with Dr Vivaldi

A full clinical assessment with Dr Gustavo Vivaldi, Diamond Invisalign Provider with 24+ years of experience, including examination and your personalised treatment plan.

60 minutes
Dr Gustavo Vivaldi
In person, Sydney CBD
$100

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$100 is redeemable against treatment if you start the same day. May be claimable depending on your health fund and level of cover.

Ready to Transform Your Smile with Braces in Sydney?

Start your journey to a perfect smile with the leaders in orthodontic care in Sydney. Contact Vivaldi Smile Artisans today at (02) 8252 7677 or visit our contact page. Let us tailor a treatment plan that fits your life and exceeds your expectations.