Do I need a referral to see an orthodontist?

No referral is needed. You can book a free consultation directly, and we will take it from there.

How much do braces or aligners cost?

Cost depends on the treatment and how long it takes. At your free consultation we give you a clear, up-front estimate and interest-free monthly payment options so there are no surprises.

At what age should my child first see an orthodontist?

The general guidance is a first check by around age seven. Most children simply join our complimentary growth-check program, and we start treatment only if and when it is truly needed.

Braces or clear aligners, which is better?

It depends on your smile, your goals, and your daily habits. Both work beautifully for the right case, and we will help you choose the option that fits your life at your consultation.

Do you take insurance?

Yes. Many dental plans include an orthodontic benefit. We are in-network with many major plans and file your claims for you to lower your out-of-pocket cost.

Clear aligners and modern orthodontics in Raleigh

A straighter smile, on your schedule.

Discreet clear aligners and low-profile braces for adults and teens, planned around a 3D scan and a preview of your result. Clear pricing, efficient visits, and a calm, considered process from start to finish.

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Free consultation and 3D scan
Discreet clear aligners
Flexible monthly plans

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Most major insurance welcome and filed for you

Delta Dental
Cigna
MetLife
Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
CareCredit

How it works

From first scan to final smile.

A calm, well-mapped path. You will know your plan, your timeline, and your cost before anything begins.

01
Consultation and 3D scan
We take digital photos and a quick 3D scan, with no messy impressions, and listen to what you would like to change.
02
See your plan before you start
Your orthodontist maps the treatment and shows you a preview of the result, with a clear timeline and an up-front estimate.
03
Aligners or braces, your choice
Choose discreet clear aligners or low-profile braces. We fit them comfortably and send you off with everything you need.
04
Check-ins and your reveal
Brief visits, some of them virtual, keep things on track, then we finish with a custom retainer to protect your new smile.

Treatments

Clear aligners, braces, and everything between.

Discreet clear aligners, tooth-colored and metal braces, early treatment, and retainers. Every plan starts with a 3D scan and an honest recommendation.

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Clear Aligners

A series of clear, removable trays that straighten your smile with almost no one noticing.

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Metal Braces

The dependable classic, made lighter and more comfortable than the braces you remember.

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Clear (Ceramic) Braces

The strength of braces with tooth-colored brackets that quietly blend into your smile.

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Early Treatment (Phase 1)

A gentle first step for young smiles that guides growth and can simplify treatment later.

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Adult Orthodontics

Discreet, efficient options that fit a grown-up schedule and a professional life.

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Retainers & Aftercare

The simple habit that keeps your straight new smile exactly where it belongs.

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Why patients choose Meridian

Precise orthodontics, minus the guesswork.

Meridian Orthodontics has straightened smiles across the Raleigh area for more than a decade. We built the practice around a simple idea: treatment goes better when you can see exactly what is happening and why.

That means a 3D scan and a preview of your result before you commit, clear estimates with no surprises, and efficient visits that respect a full schedule.