Orthodontics
Orthodontics.
Clear aligners and traditional braces to gradually straighten teeth, planned around your goals and your bite.
What it involves
Orthodontics gradually moves teeth into better alignment, to address crowding, gaps, or a bite that doesn’t meet evenly. The two common approaches are clear aligners, a series of removable trays, and fixed braces. Which suits you depends on your teeth, your bite and your preferences.
- An assessment of your teeth, bite and goals
- Clear aligner therapy for suitable cases
- Traditional fixed braces, provided with a visiting or referred orthodontist where needed
- Regular reviews to track progress
Who it’s for
Both adults and older children consider orthodontics, for appearance, for comfort, or to make teeth easier to clean. Treatment suits people whose teeth and gums are healthy; we’ll address any decay or gum issues first.
Where a case is complex, we may work with or refer to an orthodontic specialist, and we’ll explain why.
What to expect
Treatment length varies with each person and how much movement is needed, commonly several months to a couple of years, with regular short reviews along the way. With aligners you change trays at set intervals; with braces we adjust them at appointments.
We’ll map out the likely timeline, what’s involved at each stage, and the full cost in writing before you start.
Pricing
The fees below are a guide to common orthodontics services. A full written quote is provided after your examination, as individual needs vary.
Indicative ‘from’ prices, current as at 2026. Fees vary with individual clinical needs and are confirmed in a written quote after examination.
Common questions
Aligners or braces, which is better?
Neither is better in general; it depends on your teeth and bite. Aligners suit many cases and are removable; braces handle some complex movements more predictably. We’ll advise after assessing you.
How long will treatment take?
It varies with how much movement is needed, often several months to a couple of years. We’ll give you an estimate after your consultation.
Can adults have orthodontic treatment?
Yes. Many of our orthodontic patients are adults. Healthy teeth and gums matter more than age.
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