Patient information leaflets

Download our patient information leaflets to read at home or print. Each leaflet is a short PDF of 1 or 2 pages.

• PDFYour records appointment: what happens nextWhat happens after your 3D scan and photographs, and the possible outcomes.
• PDFYour orthodontic journeyThe five stages of orthodontic treatment, from your first visit to retainers.
• PDFYour fixed braceThe first few days, eating, cleaning, elastics and problems with fixed braces.
• PDFYour fixed brace (private adult treatment)Fixed braces for adult private patients: what to expect, care, problems and payment options.
• PDFClass II elasticsHow to wear Class II elastics, with a wear tracker.
• PDFClass III elasticsHow to wear Class III elastics, with a wear tracker.
• PDFYour removable braceWearing, cleaning and turning the screw, and what to do if your brace breaks or gets lost.
• PDFYour Twin Block applianceWearing your Twin Block for 20 to 22 hours a day, eating, cleaning and sport.
• PDFStarting your clear alignersStarting your Smartee clear aligners: attachments, chewies, wear time, cleaning and looking after your aligners.
• PDFYour removable retainersWearing removable retainers every night, cleaning, replacement prices and long-term care.
• PDFReplacement retainersWhy you may need a replacement retainer, the cost (£105 per retainer, £210 for upper and lower) and how to get one.
• PDFPrivate treatment for under-18sFor under-18s whose IOTN score was too low for health service braces: the private option and costs.
• PDFCross-border braces: the HSE schemeFor families in the Republic of Ireland: how the HSE cross-border scheme works and our fees.
• PDFRetreatment: teeth moved after braces?Teeth moved after previous braces? Private retreatment, prices, payment plan and retainers.
• PDFBonded retainers: prices and aftercareBonded (fixed) retainer prices, aftercare after fitting and what to do if it breaks.
• PDFRisks and benefits of orthodontic treatmentWhat you agree to when you consent to treatment: benefits, possible risks and what we need from you.
• PDFPrivate treatment: questions parents askAnswers to common questions about private treatment, eligibility, what is included and payment.
• PDFYou’ve had a breakageGiven after a first breakage: foods and habits to avoid, safer choices, and how to report another breakage.
• PDFRepeated breakage: our policyWhat happens if a brace keeps breaking: our four-stage approach, from repair and food advice to a specialist review.

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