The American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) does not provide funding for orthodontic treatment, but there are several programs that offer orthodontic treatment to patients in need at little or no cost.
The American Association of Orthodontists Donated Orthodontic Services Program (DOS) is offered to patients in need throughout the U.S. Applicants must meet financial need requirements.
Other U.S. programs providing orthodontic care to those who meet eligibility requirements:
Smiles Change Lives and Smile for a Lifetime Foundation provide orthodontic treatment in many regions of the U.S.
Advantage Smiles for Kids – Washington, Oregon, and Idaho
The Colorado Orthodontic Foundation – for children in Colorado.
Assisting Children to Smile and Sunshyne Smiles Orthodontic Program – South Dakota
Also check with your state or local dental society to ask if they are aware of any programs that exist in your area.
In Canada:
Smiles 4 Canada – British Columbia, the Prairies, Ontario, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, Newfoundland, Labrador.