Braces in South Korea typically cost from AUD $5,707 to AUD $6,420. Final prices depend on bracket materials, case complexity, and the clinic location, with Seoul and Daegu being major hubs. Australian patients can save approximately 27% compared to local prices, which average AUD $8,417. Packages often include 3D dental scans and initial orthodontist consultations.
Bookimed Expert Insight: Choosing a specialist like Dr. Jeongwon Youn, who has performed over 6,000 cases, offers significant value. Packages at Yonsei JW Dental Clinic start around A$5,600 and include 3D planning. Higher-tier clinics in Seoul often use the BESTcare digital system, which helps Australian patients track their alignment progress more accurately during their stay abroad.
| Republic of Korea | Thailand | Turkey | |
| Braces | from AUD $5,707 | from AUD $1,518 | from AUD $230 |
| Lingual braces installation | from AUD $11,699 | from AUD $4,565 | from AUD $3,995 |
| Ceramic Braces | from AUD $4,851 | from AUD $2,531 | from AUD $1,638 |
| Twin block braces | - | - | from AUD $1,569 |
| Metal braces (South Korea), 1 jaw | - | from AUD $3,424 | from AUD $2,283 |
Professor Jeongwon Youn has successfully managed over 900 orthodontic cases and personally develops every treatment plan at Yonsei JW Dental Clinic.
Dr. Kim Geun-il is a specialist in integrated dentistry and the Director of the Implant Dental Clinic. He graduated from Seoul National University School of Dentistry and completed his residency at Seoul National University Dental Hospital. He holds the Ministry of Health and Welfare Implant Dentistry Specialist credential.
He is a Certified Member of the Korean Academy of Implant Dentistry. He is also a member of the Korean Dental Association, the Korean Academy of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, the Korean Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, the Korean Academy of Periodontology, and the Korean Dental Society. He holds an Osstem Implant Clinical Training certificate. He is an ITI member. He is an SLS Provider (Osstem) and a DALS Provider (MegaGen).
Dr Kwon Jae-won graduated with honours from the Seoul National University School of Dentistry and completed his residency at the university's renowned dental hospital.
Dr. Lim Gi-hyeon is the Chief Director of the Implant Dental Clinic. He is on the faculty at the Yonsei University Graduate School of Dentistry. He also practices at the Implant Clinic of Yonsei University Dental Hospital. He earned his DDS, MS, and PhD at Yonsei University. He completed his internship and residency at Yonsei University Dental Hospital.
He is board-certified in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and in Integrated Dentistry by the Ministry of Health and Welfare. He is also a recognized specialist in Maxillofacial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. He served as a visiting clinician in Critical Care and Trauma Surgery and in Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine at Sinchon Severance Hospital. He also practiced at a Harvard Medical School–affiliated hospital. He is a member of the Korean Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, the Korean Association of Maxillofacial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons, the Korean Academy of Integrated Dentistry, the Korean Academy of Dental Anesthesiology, and the ITI Implant Study Club. He serves on the Clinical Advisory Committee of Osstem Implant.
When considering Braces, it’s important to understand the different techniques and which is best suited for you. Here’s a concise comparison of popular options:
These are orthodontic braces that use clear or tooth-colored brackets to align teeth discretely.
These are self-ligating orthodontic braces that use a sliding mechanism to hold the wire, allowing teeth to move more freely and comfortably.
Lingual braces are dental appliances fitted behind the teeth, making them invisible from the front.