As Japan's age-sex pyramid shows, the country has a huge number of elderly and middle-age adults (about 40% of Japan's population is expected to be over 65 by 2060) and the country is experiencing a dearth in the number of babies and children.
Although the cost of braces can vary, the average price of traditional metal braces for teeth in the U.S. ranges between $3,000 and $7,000. This price can rise dramatically if your child needs (or wants) a different type of braces.
1 Dental insurance does not typically cover the cost of veneers. 2  Traditional braces with metal brackets can cost $1,500-$10,000 depending on the severity of the problem, the length of time the braces will be in place and if they are on one set of teeth or both (upper and lower).