Treatment time:
Around 3-9 months
Wear time:
24/7, only removed to eat and clean
Adjustments:
Weekly, using a special key at home
Cost:
From £900
Suitable for:
All, but mostly children and teens
Removable braces fast facts
Removable braces are typically used to treat mild to moderate orthodontic problems, such as correcting a crossbite, widening the upper jaw, reducing an overbite or tipping the teeth into the right position.
The system uses metal plates that fit on top of the upper teeth and palate to gradually move teeth. If only minor tooth movement is required, removable braces are an ideal orthodontic option. Put the future of your child’s smile in the right hands with our specialist orthodontists!
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What does the treatment involve?
We start your removable brace journey with a detailed consultation in our relaxed and welcoming specialist practice. We examine your teeth, explain how the appliance works and the results you can expect, and answer any questions you have.
We custom-fit your removable brace to the roof of your mouth, ensuring the delicate wire clips sit securely and comfortably against your teeth to start moving them. You may feel some mild pressure, soreness or a slight change in your speech when you first have your brace fitted.
We see you for progress appointments every six weeks to check your treatment is on track and everything is going to plan. Once treatment is complete, we give you some personalised advice to help maintain your results.
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Upper removable braces are removable orthodontic plates which fit over the upper teeth. They are made from plastic or acrylic, with wires and springs attached that are carefully positioned to gradually move your teeth.
Removable braces are highly effective as orthodontists only recommend them in particular cases, when they can be sure they will work for your type of tooth movement or bite problem. Please talk to us if you’d like to find out more.
Removable braces are only suitable for certain patients, and are not used for cases requiring more complex orthodontic attention. If you are not suitable for removable braces, other removable options, such as more versatile clear aligners, may be the best treatment choice.
You should take your upper removable braces out of your mouth to eat in order to keep the appliance intact and ensure proper oral hygiene. In this way, they work in a similar fashion to clear aligner brands.
At our specialist orthodontic practice, removable braces cost from £900. The cost does depend on each individual case, so we always give you a bespoke quote before any actual treatment begins.
