So, if we do some number-crunching, that means the average family of four pays about $1,272 per year or $106 per month out of pocket, after any insurance, for dental care in the United States.

While it's not explicitly banned in the American Dental Association Principles of Ethics and Code of Professional Conduct, a lot of dentists actually choose not to provide dental services to their loved ones.

Orthodontics is a dental specialty focused on aligning your bite and straightening your teeth. You might need to see an orthodontist if you have crooked, overlapped, twisted or gapped teeth. Common orthodontic treatments include traditional braces, clear aligners and removable retainers.