Embrace Orthodontics
Patients often talk about how they look after children and kind, gentle care.
Patients most often mentionGood visits for kids 15 · Kind, gentle care 6See the reviewsHide
Counted in the 148 Google reviews we read, up to September 2026.
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- 15 of 148 reviews mention how they look after children
- No prices on their website; bills insurance directly
- 1 dentist listed on their website
What 148 reviews mention most
- Good visits for kids: 15 reviews
- Friendly, helpful staff: 14 reviews
- Kind, gentle care: 6 reviews
- Explains things clearly: 5 reviews
Cost and paying
- No prices on their website: ask for the total, including the exam and X-rays, when you call
- Bills insurance directly
Who you’ll see
- Dr. Catherine
Getting seen soon
- Ask for the first opening when you call
Embrace Orthodontics is an orthodontist
Their focus is braces and aligners. They also list emergency care and sedation or care for anxious patients on their website.
Some specialists only see patients referred by a dentist, so ask when you call.
Can help with
- Braces or InvisalignSpecialty
- Toothache or emergency
- Nervous about the dentist
Good to know before you call
- Closes before 6 p.m. and isn’t open weekends
What patients say
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Who you’ll see
The team listed on their website.
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The Embrace Orthodontics team Meet the team An all-female team of hygienists, treatment coordination and office staff, led by specialist orthodontist Dr. Catherine McLeod. The people who will know your name by your second visit. Book your free consultation Meet Dr. Catherine McLeod Specialist led All-female team Gentle, family-first care Every member of our team is highly skilled, qualified, and here because they love what they do. From your very first visit, you are in gentle, experienced hands.
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Braces or Invisalign
Their website has a page about braces or Invisalign.
Braces or aligners: 54 reviews.
- Is the consultation free, and does the price include retainers and follow-up visits?
- Will an orthodontist or a general dentist be treating me?
Toothache or emergency
Their website has a page about emergency care.
Not many reviews mention this yet.
- Can you see me today? Say where it hurts, since when, and whether there is swelling or a fever.
- What will the emergency exam and X-ray cost before any treatment?
Nervous about the dentist
Their website mentions sedation for nervous patients.
Kind, gentle care: 6 reviews.
- Say you’re nervous when you book, and ask what helps: a longer appointment, breaks, numbing, laughing gas or sedation.
- If sedation is an option, what does it cost, and will I need someone to take me home?
Cost and paying
- What’s the total, including the exam and X-rays?
- How much will my insurance or the dental care plan cover?
- Does anything cost more than the provincial fee guide?
They don’t post prices online. For a rough idea, see what patients across Canada said they paid.
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Their FAQ
Answers from their website.
How much do braces and Invisalign cost in Halifax?
Every smile is different, so your treatment fee is patient specific and depends on the complexity of your case and bite. As a guide, early treatment for children may range from $1,200 to $5,800, and comprehensive treatment for children and adults from $6,400 to $9,200. You receive an exact, all-in quote in writing at your free consultation with Embrace Orthodontics.
Is this payment calculator a quote?
No. The calculator is a planning guide that turns a treatment fee, your down payment, insurance and payment term into an estimated monthly figure. It is not a quote or a contract. Your exact fee is confirmed in writing at your complimentary consultation, once Dr. Catherine McLeod has examined your teeth and bite in person or over a virtual smile consult.
Do you offer interest-free payment plans?
Yes. Embrace Orthodontics offers interest-free monthly plans from $149, always at 0% interest, with a flexible down payment. You choose a term that keeps the monthly payment comfortable, and there is never a financing charge on top. Enter different terms in the calculator above to see how the monthly figure changes.
Will you bill my insurance directly?
We direct-bill most insurance companies, so in many cases you only pay the balance your plan does not cover. Before treatment starts we can help you request a pre-determination, which tells you exactly what your plan will pay. Enter your estimated insurance coverage and any Health Spending Account dollars in the calculator to see your likely monthly payment.
How does the down payment affect my monthly cost?
A larger down payment lowers the amount financed, which lowers each monthly payment, while a longer term spreads the balance over more months. The calculator shows the trade-off instantly. At your free consultation we will build a plan around what works for your family, with no pressure to decide on the day.
Do I need a referral to see an orthodontist?
No. You can book directly with Embrace Orthodontics, no referral from your dentist is required to be seen.
How long does a first visit take?
Plan for about an hour. We keep the first appointment unhurried on purpose, so there is time for Dr. Catherine McLeod to examine your teeth, bite and jaws, take any records she needs, answer your questions, and talk through your options in words that make sense. You will not feel rushed, and you leave understanding where things stand and what, if anything, comes next.
Is the consultation really free?
Yes, genuinely. Your first consultation includes an examination, an iTero digital scan where it helps, and a written quote if treatment would be worthwhile, all at no cost and with no obligation to go ahead. You leave knowing your options, your likely timeline and your exact fee in writing, whether or not you decide to start.
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