Why would I need to have Orthodontic treatment?
Many adult patients we assess arrive at the consultation feeling that perhaps they are being vain.  Their perception and that of others is that they have minor issues that would simply 'look better' if they were fixed with Orthodontic treatment.  In actual fact many of the adult patients we assess suffer from significant Orthodontic problems.  A poorly aligned bite, irregularities of the jaw, severe crowding or spaces left from old dental work are common.  These maladies will often cause significant problems later in life and may already be causing you pain, discomfort, damaging wear & tear and making it difficult to maintain good oral hygiene.  If you have your own teeth and they are in relative good condition, we can put them into the correct position and align your bite.  They should then last you a life time!

Why would I want to have Orthodontic treatment?
As well as the important clinical outcomes, there are very obvious aesthetic benefits to having Orthodontic treatment.  Almost all adult patients we talk to before they start treatment tell us of years of hiding their smile, stifling a laugh or covering up at photos because they are not happy with the appearance of their teeth.  In extreme cases people have talked about missing job opportunities or enduring an miserable relationship because they feel so unhappy at the state of their teeth and smile.  We know that Orthodontic treatment can make an enormous difference to you, your appearance and your confidence.  We know that we can help make that difference.

I don't want to wear a 'metal brace'.  Are there other treatment options?
As well as a 'traditional fixed metal brace' we offer a number of other treatment options which are considered less visible or invisible.  These include:

How much will a course of Orthodontic treatment cost?
Depending on your clinical presentation and the problems you have which need correcting, a course of Orthodontic treatment might cost anywhere between £350.00 and £6,000.00.  On average,  a full course of treatment for an adult followed by retainers will cost between £3,000.00 and £4,000.00.  There are many variations on the total cost and these will be dependent on the treatment option you choose e.g. metal, Invisalign etc...as well as the amount of treatment you undertake i.e. Both jaws treated or just a single jaw.

How can I pay for the treatment?
We provide a written quote which reflects the total cost of treatment and your repayment options.  You can pay the  full amount up front and receive a 5% discount.  Alternatively we ask for a deposit (usually 25%) to be paid before treatment starts and then the balance via monthly installments over the duration of your active treatment.  Totals written on the quote are always all inclusive.  Repayments are always interest free.  There are no additional costs and charges.  We do not act through credit agencies or banks.  We manage everything in house.

Can my treatment be covered by the NHS?
In short, No.  Orthodontics on the NHS is made available only to children who are under 18 years of age and who meet the appropriate IOTN assessment criteria.  This rule came into effect in April 2006.  Prior to this some adults were able to receive Orthodontic treatment under the NHS.  This is no longer the case.