the last time i checked, government orthodontic clinic RM700 (RM500 for braces + RM200 for retainers)..and it's free if your parents works for the government, all u need is a letter from the boss, kaotim! FOC! =D

cheaper than all the private orthodontic clinic, but u gotta wait reaaally long enough to get it done.

i was in the waiting list since form 4, that was like 6 yrs back, got it done 4 years ago, wore it for about 1 year plus, now retainers at nite only..

get it done at government/private clinic doesnt make much difference. maybe u can get colored band/braces at private clinic but the overall outcome is still the same if u really take good care of your teeth during this period....

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agree with supercolossal. oral hygiene is really important. you wouldnt want ppl to be covering their noses whenever talkin to you rite