What is to 'Capitalize'. Capitalize is an accounting method used to delay the recognition of expenses by recording the expense as a long-term asset. In general, capitalizing expenses is beneficial as companies acquiring new assets with a long-term lifespan can spread out the cost.
For orthodontics, most, if not all plans have a lifetime maximum amount that the carrier will pay for treatment. This is typically anywhere from $750 to $4000 and the patient is responsible for the remainder of the orthodontic cost.
What high school education is needed to become an orthodontist? Answer grade 12 diploma, and minimum 10-11 years after that! 4 years undergrad, 4 years dental school (must be in top 10% of class to get into ortho program) then 2-3 years specialty training in orthodontics.