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# Dr. Sal Says - Everything you need to know about getting braces

## [How Much Do Braces Cost?](https://www.800saysmile.com/blog/bid/339356/How-Much-Do-Braces-Cost)

 Posted by [Dr. Sal](https://www.800saysmile.com/blog/author/dr-sal) on 4/9/14 11:22 AM

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## [How to Determine Eligibility for Orthodontic Treatment through Medicaid in New Hampshire](https://www.800saysmile.com/blog/bid/333525/How-to-Determine-Eligibility-for-Orthodontic-Treatment-through-Medicaid-in-New-Hampshire)

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### There are three easy steps for figuring out eligibility: meeting general requirements; financial requirements; and medical requirements.

Just because you’re a Medicaid patient in New Hampshire – or you’re applying for Medicaid –doesn’t rule you or your children out from receiving orthodontic treatment.

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 Topics: [frequently asked questions](https://www.800saysmile.com/blog/topic/frequently-asked-questions), [insurance](https://www.800saysmile.com/blog/topic/insurance)

## [5 Money Saving Questions to Ask Your Orthodontist](https://www.800saysmile.com/blog/bid/302360/5-Money-Saving-Questions-to-Ask-Your-Orthodontist)

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## [Does dental insurance cover orthodontics?](https://www.800saysmile.com/blog/bid/154347/Does-dental-insurance-cover-orthodontics)

 Posted by [George White](https://www.800saysmile.com/blog/author/george-white) on 5/29/12 8:46 PM

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The cost for orthodontic treatment varies, as the needs of every patient are different. But no matter whether the cost for your care is a comfortable fit for your budget, or well outside of it, sooner or later you'll ask the question, "do I have orthodontics insurance?"

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Find out everything you need to know about healthy smiles and how orthodontic treatment can help, then schedule your initial appointment to become one of "Dr. Sals' Pals."

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Claremont, NH 03743  
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