the hock of an animal, especially of a horse. 2. Also called gambrel stick. a wood or metal device for suspending a slaughtered animal. Origin of gambrel.
INSURANCE. Many dental insurance plans cover Invisalign treatment just as they would other orthodontic treatments like metal braces. Plans may cover up to $3,500 of Invisalign treatment. Talk to your Invisalign-trained doctor or insurance provider to find out how much youâre covered for.
Typical costs: 1  CostHelper readers without dental insurance coverage for braces report paying $3,000-$7,350 for traditional metal braces, at an average cost of $4,937. 2  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. 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.