Orthodontic Program
Offered by Smiles Change Lives
Children in foster care can apply for the same braces program without submitting household income proof.
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Cost & format
$30 application fee and $650 required financial investment per child · In person or online
Schedule
- Applications accepted online or by mail; placement depends on provider availability and wait times.
Who this is for
Child in foster care must be 7-18, have good oral hygiene and no unfilled cavities, have a moderate to severe need for braces, not already be wearing braces, and be in a long-term placement or expected to remain in the same area for 2-3 years. The application must include the child’s state medical card and medical consent documentation.
How to apply
A foster parent, agency, or person authorized to consent to medical treatment completes the application and submits required medical card and consent documents; SCL recommends printing the application if multiple signatures are needed.
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