Teenage aligners
Private Smartee clear aligners for teenagers, with no waiting list.
Your £155 assessment fee comes off your treatment price. If you go ahead with private treatment after your private assessment, we take the £155 you paid off the total cost of your braces or aligners. On our payment plan, the £155 comes off your £900 deposit, so you pay a £745 deposit and your monthly payments stay the same. This does not apply to the cross-border (HSE) scheme.
Smartee clear aligners are thin, see-through trays that move teeth gradually, without brackets or wires. We offer them privately for teenagers, including those who did not qualify for health service (NHS) braces. There is no waiting list for private treatment.
What it costs
| Private assessment | £155 |
|---|---|
| Super mild cases | from £2,900 |
| Moderate cases | from £3,900 |
| Complex cases | from £4,900 |
Smartee clear aligners cost the same as metal braces. While the patient is younger than 18, our under-18s offer price is £2,900 (usually £3,900). Brothers, sisters and parents of our patients may also be able to use our sibling or parent offer. See all our costs.
Spread the cost over 12 months
Pay a deposit of £900, then the rest in 12 monthly payments. A £150 plan fee is added to the balance and spread across your monthly payments. For example, on £2,900 you pay 12 payments of £179.17 (£3,050 in total).
How long it takes
Private treatment usually takes 2–24 months, depending on complexity. Mild cases can often be quite straightforward to fix. The best time to start is usually between 12 and 14 years old, when most adult teeth have come through.
Wearing aligners every day
- Wear your aligners for 20 to 22 hours a day, including while you sleep. They only work when they are in your mouth.
- We recommend the 30-minute rule: never have your aligners out of your mouth for more than 30 minutes at a time.
- Take them out to eat and to drink anything other than plain water, then brush your teeth before putting them back in.
- After treatment, you will need to wear retainers every night (8 to 10 hours), for life. Read more about retainers.
Not sure whether aligners or braces would suit your teenager? Ask your clinician during your appointment. Treatment depends on a satisfactory assessment, and not everyone is suitable for aligners.
We are also an Invisalign provider. Invisalign aligners cost £1,000 more in each band: from £3,900, £4,900 or £5,900.
How to get started
Book a Rapid Teen assessment, or refer yourself – private patients do not need a dentist referral. You can also call reception on 028 9045 1303.
Frequently asked questions
How much do clear aligners cost for a teenager?
Smartee clear aligners cost the same as metal braces: from £2,900 for super mild cases, £3,900 for moderate cases and £4,900 for complex cases. While the patient is under 18, our under-18s offer price is £2,900 (usually £3,900). The private assessment is £155.
Is there a waiting list?
No. There is no waiting list for private treatment.
How long does treatment take?
Usually 2–24 months, depending on complexity. Mild cases can often be quite straightforward to fix.
How many hours a day do the aligners need to be worn?
20 to 22 hours a day. Take them out to eat and to drink anything other than plain water. We recommend the 30-minute rule: never have them out for more than 30 minutes at a time.
Can we pay monthly?
Yes. Pay a £900 deposit, then 12 monthly payments. A £150 plan fee is added to the balance and spread across your monthly payments.
What is the best age to start?
Usually between 12 and 14, when most adult teeth have come through.
Questions about your treatment?
Our friendly team is happy to help. Call us on 028 9045 1303 or send us an email.