Braces for teens and children

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Discreet braces for under 18s Experienced dentists in teen orthodontics Removable Invisalign options for kids Private braces cost from £1,250 per arch Skip the queue and beat NHS waiting lists

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Quick guide to teenage braces

As 1/3 of children require orthodontic treatment, help make awkward teenage years as fun as possible and set your child upright for their future with fast-working brace solutions that prevent them from feeling self-conscious.

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Teeth braces price - interest-free payment plans

From minor corrections to severe misalignments, bespoke treatment plans can help your children achieve the smile of their dreams.

We can help make their orthodontic experience enjoyable with both discreet and traditional options available.

As a parent, you can spread the cost of your child’s orthodontic treatment with 0% finance over 12 months with no additional cost of credit.

For example, you can pay up to £179.19 per month to correct mild to moderate smile problems (both in the upper and lower jaws).

Getting Braces

What you need to know

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How early can you get braces?

Orthodontic treatment is commonly started once most of the child’s adult teeth have begun to erupt – this is usually around 12 years of age. However, some children as young as 10 can have braces. Invisalign First, designed specifically for growing mouths is available for ages as young as six.

What's the right age for braces?

Children most commonly begin their orthodontic treatment between the ages of 10 and 14. Whilst there’s no perfect age to begin realigning the smile, it is best to straighten teeth whilst the bones in the jaw are still developing, which will make the process a bit more easier. There are some cases, where children can benefit from earlier or later treatment, but all of this is usually assessed during your check-ups.

Are braces available on the NHS for under 18s?

Braces are not free for adults on the NHS. However, children with a clinical need under the age of 18 have the right to free braces treatment via the NHS. However, with a shortage of NHS dentists up and down the country, waiting lists are very long, if you actually manage to track down a dentist. Explore private costs.

Why is it important to straighten teeth?

Misaligned teeth are not purely a cosmetic problem. Crooked teeth are often problematic in the fact that they can increase your risk of developing gum disease, a condition, which if ignored can lead to tooth loss, receding gums, bad breath and bleeding gums.

Do children's braces always work?

Braces are successful in realigning a wide variety of bite problems and malocclusions. That said, when the braces come off, it’s you and your child, who are responsible for upkeeping their results. To prevent the teeth shifting back into their original spaces and avoiding retention, it’s recommended to wear a retainer 12-18 months following your treatment, but some orthodontists recommend wearing one for life for the best result

Are braces available in other colours?

Braces for teenagers can be made fun and less stigmatised when you adopt a colour. Fixed metal braces, for example, come in a range of colours from bright to subtle shades. You can even choose transparent. You’ll also have the option to swap colours every six to eight weeks during your check-up appointments.

What to do if your teenager is self conscious about getting braces?

We understand the stigma of metal braces better than anyone. For teenagers, at a time where their appearance is particularly important, metal braces might make them feel self-conscious, stereotyped and judged. As the parent, work with your child to find the best option that reassures them about their treatment. For example, innovative, invisible, modern options like Invisalign are a trendy option. View costs.

Adult brace treatment options

The below treatment options successfully treat crooked, misaligned, and overcrowded teeth, overbites, underbites, crossbites, and open bites. All treatments are also perfect for gapped teeth, although Invisalign cannot close gaps larger than 0.4mm.

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Invisalign from £2,475 per arch

Removable up to 2 hours
3-12 months
Mild to severe cases

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Metal Braces – Maida Smiles Dental Clinic

Metal Braces £1,500 per arch

Fixed (coloured options)
12-18 months
Mild to severe cases

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Ceramic Braces – Maida Smiles Dental Clinic

Ceramic Braces £1,750 Per arch

From £1,750 (one arch)
Fixed but tooth-coloured
18-36 months
Mild to severe cases

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Self-ligating £1,625 per arch

Fixed with brackets
12-24 months
Mild to severe cases

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From minor corrections to severe misalignments, bespoke treatment plans can help your children achieve the smile of their dreams.

We can help make their orthodontic experience enjoyable with both discreet and traditional options available.

As a parent, you can spread the cost of your child’s orthodontic treatment with 0% finance over 12 months with no additional cost of credit.

For example, you can pay up to £179.19 per month to correct mild to moderate smile problems (both in the upper and lower jaws).

What we offer

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Teeth Straightening

Invisible aligners, ceramic & metal braces tailored to your lifestyle.

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Dental Implants

Permanent, natural-looking tooth replacement with a 99.7% success rate.

Cosmetic Dentistry

Veneers, whitening and composite bonding to transform your smile.

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General Dentistry

Comprehensive checkups, hygiene and preventive care for the whole family.

Your local dentist for life, Maida Smiles Dental Clinic in Maida Vale, is a cosmetic, restorative and dental implant clinic in the heart of London that also serves patients with general, everyday smile concerns. We’re here no matter your smile concern.

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Representative examples

Finance monthly examples displayed on this page are based on a £2,500 dental implant, no deposit:

24 months: £114.54 per month. Total repayable: £2,749.06. 9.9% APR.
36 months: £80.31 per month. Total repayable: £2,891.16. 9.9% APR

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Finance information

Maida Smiles Clinic has partnered with Tabeo Tech Limited to offer 0% dental finance over 12 months, with interest-bearing options available up to 36 months at a 9.9% APR beyond the initial 12-month period.

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0% Dental Finance Available

Spread the cost of your dental treatment, regardless if it’s cosmetic, orthodontic or general. If your treatment costs more than £250, you can spread the cost over 12 months interest-free using dental finance. Alternatively, we’re also accepted by major dental insurance providers. Contact us to learn more about paying for your treatment with finance or insurance.

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Braces for teens and children

Quick guide to teenage braces

Teeth braces price - interest-free payment plans

Getting Braces

Adult brace treatment options

Invisalign from £2,475 per arch

Metal Braces £1,500 per arch

Ceramic Braces £1,750 Per arch

Self-ligating £1,625 per arch

What we offer

Teeth Straightening

Dental Implants

Cosmetic Dentistry

General Dentistry

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