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.
Determining how much braces cost for kids depends mainly on the length of time your child will need to wear them. According to the Consumer Guide for Dentistry, the cost of wearing braces ranges between $3,000 and $7,000 â with respect to the type of braces recommended â for the following reasons: