Orthodontics for which reimbursement?

First of all, it should be noted that orthodontics is a technique or a dental specialty that aims to correct the structural abnormalities of the teeth, both in children than in adults. A priori, orthodontic treatment or orthodontics (ODF) can improve the occlusion and the development of bone bases, both functional and aesthetic purposes.

What is the principle of orthodontics?

The idea is to perform such light forces over a long period, which moves your teeth through a constant apposition and resorption of alveolar bone surrounding the roots. And since it is not possible to change the size and position of the jaws beyond the period of growth, unless you go through an oral and maxillofacial surgery, orthodontics is much recommended for children than for adults. But some treatments are also available for adults, adult orthodontics where.

Orthodontics at what price?

Already, you should know that health insurance will only reimburse treatment started before the 16th anniversary. And reimbursement will also depend on a prior agreement of the Health Insurance Fund. If it accepts your application for prior approval, it will refund 193.50 euros per semester, with a maximum of six semesters. Beyond 16 years, health insurance will not pay anything, except in exceptional circumstances for children over 16 years, prior to surgery on the jaw. In the latter case, only a half of treatment (not renewable) will be granted.

Yet it takes to € 500 over € 1,500 per semester for orthodontic treatment of children aged under 16, and to € 1200 over € 7500 for those of adults, while orthodontics adult is refused by the social security system. This inadequacy or the lack of care, invites all patients turn to complementary organizations, if they want better reimbursement in orthodontics. And until then, a mutual dental remains to prefer a single Mutual classical, either for the reimbursement of orthodontics or other dental care (routine dental care, dentures, implants etc.).