Procedures

Orthodontic treatment (braces)

₩89,000from 777 reviews33 clinics
Fixed brackets and an archwire apply continuous force that moves the teeth into a planned position over a course of treatment reported as one to three years, with periodic adjustment visits. It changes where the teeth sit, rather than covering or replacing tooth structure the way a crown or veneer does.
Non-surgicalNo anesthesia223 before/after photos
Rating
9.87/ 10
from 777 reviews
Satisfaction
99.2%
from 777 reviews
Median price
₩89,000
₩89,000–₩5,000,000 · ≈ US$63
Downtime
2–7days
Full recovery 52–156 wks
Flight safe
1days after

Calculated from 23 single-procedure cases (bundles excluded) · FX as of 2026-08-06 · VAT refund for foreign patients ended in January 2026

How much does Orthodontic treatment (braces) cost in Korea?

Median price ₩89,000 (≈ US$63). ₩89,000–₩5,000,000 Calculated from 23 single-procedure cases (bundles excluded)

Bundled procedures ₩800,000 · From 200 bundled cases

How long is the downtime for Orthodontic treatment (braces)?

2–7 days. Full recovery 52–156 wks · Flight safe 1 days

A retention phase with a retainer follows appliance removal because relapse risk persists long term.
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Last updated 2026-08-06