How Much Do Clear Aligners Cost in Perth in 2026?

Clear aligners have changed how people think about orthodontic treatment — nearly invisible, removable, and increasingly used for a wide range of cases. The question most patients have is simple: what will it actually cost?

At Claremont Orthodontics, clear aligner fees vary by case complexity. Here is how the fee brackets work and what determines which one applies to you.

Clear aligner fees at Claremont Orthodontics

There are three categories, each with a different fee:

Comprehensive clear aligners (both arches, complex cases):

• Pay-in-full: $8,750
• Standard instalment fee: $9,250 ($2,650 deposit, $550/month over 12 months)
• Item code: 825 × 2

Moderate complexity clear aligners (both arches, mild to moderate cases):

• Pay-in-full: $4,450 – $5,950
• Standard instalment fee: $4,900 – $6,400 (deposit $700–$2,200, $350/month over 12 months)
• Item code: 825 × 2

Simple relapse aligners (single arch, teeth that have shifted after previous treatment):

• Pay-in-full: from $2,900
• Standard instalment fee: from $3,100 ($1,900 deposit, $200/month over 6 months)
• Item code: 825

What determines your fee bracket?

The most important factor is case complexity. An orthodontist cannot determine this from photos or an online questionnaire — it requires examining your bite, reviewing x-rays, and assessing how your teeth and jaw relate to each other.

In general terms:

• Comprehensive applies to more complex cases: significant crowding, spacing, or bite issues that require a full treatment plan with unlimited aligner stages.
• Moderate applies to cases with mild to moderate crowding or spacing where the clinical goal is more limited.
• Relapse applies where you have had orthodontic treatment before, your teeth have shifted back, and you want to restore your previous alignment.

A single consultation is all it takes to determine which bracket applies to your situation.

Are clear aligners and braces the same cost?

For comprehensive treatment, yes — the fee is the same regardless of whether you choose metal braces, ceramic braces, or clear aligners. The clinical work involved is comparable.

Where clear aligners can be less expensive is at the moderate and relapse tier, where the scope of treatment is more limited. These tiers do not exist for braces in the same way.

What is included in the aligner fee?

Our clear aligner fees include:

• All cephalometric and 2D radiography required for orthodontic diagnosis and treatment planning, and any further radiographs required as treatment progresses
• Cephalometric analysis of hard and soft tissue
• All photography required for your treatment
• Virtual treatment outcomes and simulations of alternative treatment options
• All appointments during treatment
• Any breakages
• Chewies, an aligner removal device, and an aligner container with mirror.
• Appliance wear instructions.
• There are no dietary restrictions with clear aligners.

In rare cases involving temporary anchorage devices, skeletal anchorage, orthognathic surgery, or severely ectopic teeth, an additional charge may be quoted at the beginning of treatment.

Retainers are priced separately: removable retainer $250 each, bonded retainer $500 each. The full fee schedule is on our fees page.

Health fund rebates for clear aligners

Clear aligners are covered by many private health extras policies under item code 825 per arch. The rebate amount depends on your fund and level of cover — it is typically a lifetime benefit rather than an annual one.

We can provide an itemised quote with the relevant item codes so you can check your entitlement with your fund before committing.

The difference between orthodontist-prescribed aligners and direct-to-consumer brands

There is an important distinction between clear aligners prescribed and monitored by a registered orthodontist and direct-to-consumer aligner products that bypass clinical oversight.

Orthodontic treatment — whether with braces or aligners — involves assessing your bite, roots, and supporting bone before moving teeth, then monitoring that movement throughout to catch problems early. This clinical oversight cannot be done remotely or from a home impression kit. Moving teeth without that oversight carries risks, including root damage and bite changes that are difficult to reverse.

At Claremont Orthodontics, all treatment is planned and supervised by a specialist orthodontist from start to finish.

The next step

The fastest way to find out which fee bracket applies to you is to book a free consultation. You will leave with a written fee and payment plan before committing to anything.

If you want a personalised estimate before booking, our cost estimator takes about two minutes.

Any surgical or invasive procedure carries risk. Before proceeding, you should seek a second opinion from an appropriately qualified health practitioner.