The HRD Diamond Certificate, offered for all diamonds, certifies the stone as a ~ diamond. It also contains a detailed quality description based on the 4C's (cut, clarity, color, and carat) and includes a plotted diagram.
1 CostHelper readers with insurance coverage for braces report paying $1,500 -$8,500 out of pocket for traditional metal braces, at an average out-of-pocket expense of $3,407. 2  Dental insurance may pay up to a specific amount for braces (typically $1,000 -$2,000) if the patient is 18 years old or younger.
â¢ Ceramic braces. Ceramic braces blend in with your teeth and aren't as visible, but they can break. CostHelper.com puts the average cost for ceramic braces at about $4,572 without insurance, and nearly $2,570 with insurance. â¢ Lingual braces. Lingual braces are custom made to be concealed behind your teeth. They cost more than stainless steel and ceramic, requiring a skillful orthodontist to install.