Fixed braces for children
A confident smile your child will love
Teeth straightening isn’t just for teens. Private Orthodontists treat gaps and bite issues in children as young as 7. From open bite, overbite and underbite to crowding and gaps, choose between a range of fixed braces to give your child a strong, confident smile.
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How much does teeth straightening cost?
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- Dental consultation
- Price:
£95
- Clear aligners - Single arch
- Price:
From £2,750
- Clear aligners - Dual Arch
- Price:
From £3,495
- Ceramic braces - Single arch
- Price:
From £2,500
- Ceramic braces - Dual arch
- Price:
From £3,500
- Lingual braces
- Price:
From £3,495
- Fixed metal braces
- Price:
From £2,250
Need to spread the cost of treatment?
Representative example of a finance plan for a Dual Arch clear aligner package. Total package price of £4,995.00, with a deposit of £0, over 60 months would cost you £104.85 per month at a representative 9.9% APR. The total amount of credit would be £6,290.93, with a total interest cost of £1,295.93. This means the total amount repayable is £6,290.93.
NHS vs private braces for kids
How do I decide what’s right for my child?
Wondering whether to choose a private or NHS dentist to straightening your child's teeth? This guide will help you decide which is the most suitable for you.
NHS vs private braces for kids
From ceramic and lingual braces to clear aligners, you have many treatment choices.
| Feature | NHS braces | Private braces |
|---|---|---|
| Eligibility criteria | Patients are NHS Grade 4 or 5 on the IOTN scale. | For all patients aesthetic and clinical reasons. |
| Appliance choice | Stainless steel ‘train-tracks’ are the only option. | Choose metal, ceramic, lingual or aligners. |
| Waiting times | Varies greatly. You may be waiting 6 to 24 months+ to start treatment. | Immediate. Next or same-day appointments. Treatments can start within 2 - 4 weeks. |
| Appointment access | Limited. Usually during school and working hours. | Flexible. After school, evening and weekend slots available. |
| Specialist access | Assigned based on availability. | Consistent access to your GDC-registered specialist. |
| Aesthetic focus | Focuses primarily on functional alignment and bite health. | Focuses on facial harmony, tooth symmetry, and ‘smile arc’. |
| Average treatment timeline | 6 - 12+ months plus NHS waiting list | 6 - 12+ months. |
| Cost | Free. | From £2,250 - £5,995. |
Getting kids braces in the UK
A headstart on a lifetime of confident smiles
For under 18s, when there is a clinical need for braces free treatment is available from the NHS. If your child has mild malocclusions, or wants orthodontics for aesthetic reasons, you will need to seek assistance from a private dental practice like Yorkshire Dental Suite.
Treatment typically starts between the ages of 11 - 13. The most common orthodontic procedure for children is fixed braces, which uses brackets and wires to pull your teeth into alignment, however private dentists offer more discreet, but as effective and safe options.
Types of fixed braces for children
A treatment for every unique smile
If you are an NHS patient, metal ‘train-track’ fixed braces are your only option. However, if you go to a private clinic, you have a number of alternative, more discreet treatments to choose from.
Lingual braces
Also known as invisible or hidden braces, this orthodontic appliance attaches to the back of the teeth. It is the most discreet way to align your child's smile.
Ceramic braces
Ceramic braces have the same wires and brackets as its metal counterpart. However, the brackets are tooth-coloured, making them hard to see, and more aesthetically pleasing.
Clear aligners
Looking for an alternative to fixed braces? This popular treatment, which can be removed to eat, drink, exercise and clean teeth, uses a series of transparent mouth trays to move teeth.
Lingual braces
Also known as invisible or hidden braces, this orthodontic appliance attaches to the back of the teeth. It is the most discreet way to align your child's smile.
Ceramic braces
Ceramic braces have the same wires and brackets as its metal counterpart. However, the brackets are tooth-coloured, making them hard to see, and more aesthetically pleasing.
Clear aligners
Looking for an alternative to fixed braces? This popular treatment, which can be removed to eat, drink, exercise and clean teeth, uses a series of transparent mouth trays to move teeth.
Does my child need fixed braces?
State-of-the-art technology identifies premature alignment issues
The British Orthodontic Society (BOS) recommends an initial orthodontic screening at the age of 7. This appointment helps to identify any ‘interceptive’ needs. However, orthodontists will usually wait for the arrival of adult teeth before attaching fixed braces.
Kids orthodontist
Your child’s smile is in the best possible care
Orthodontists are dentists who have undergone an extra three years of full-time training in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of teeth and jaw irregularities. Using fixed braces, these specialists can correct any kind of misalignment, from mild crowding and gaps to complex bite corrections.
Living with braces
Orthodontics that perfectly adapt to school, socialising and home life
Fixed braces do not disrupt your child’s everyday life. As they are attached to the teeth, there is no risk of the braces getting lost, or your child forgetting to wear them.
There are drawbacks to be aware of, the first being diet restrictions. Sticky, hard and crunchy foods need to be avoided to prevent damage to your braces. Try to limit access to fizzy drinks too, as these can contribute to discolouration.
A good oral hygiene routine is also essential to prevent gum disease and decalcification, a condition which causes irreversible white spots on your teeth. Follow the specific cleaning instructions set out by your dentist.
Specialists in kids braces
Care and understanding where it counts
Dr Nigel Hargreaves
Dental Implant & Restorative Dentist
Dr Rajen Nagar
Lead Cosmetic Dentist
Dr Abdul Dalghous
Specialist Oral & Implant Surgeon
Where can I find children’s braces near me?
Your local orthodontic treatment centre
Our team of world-class orthodontists can be found in all nine of our dental practices.
Yorkshire Dental Suite Chelsea
82 Chelsea Manor Street, Chelsea, London SW3 5QJ
Smile design in one of London’s most stylish districts. This is the art of dentistry.
Yorkshire Dental Suite York
25 Haley's Terrace, Clifton, York YO31 8SB
Premium smile transformations, hand-crafted in one of the UK’s most beautiful historic cities.
Yorkshire Dental Suite Wakefield
12 Westgate, Wakefield WF1 1JY
Home to our specialist implant team and a community of patients who’ve found their confidence again.
Yorkshire Dental Suite Manchester
535 Barton Lane, Eccles, Manchester M30 0HY
Our newest Northern hub. Advanced cosmetic dentistry with trademark YDS warmth.
Yorkshire Dental Suite London
82 Chelsea Manor Street, Chelsea, London SW3 5QJ
Smile design in one of London’s most stylish districts. This is the art of dentistry.
Yorkshire Dental Suite Liverpool
32 Bixteth Street, Liverpool L3 9UH
Modern smiles, Merseyside energy. Expert clinicians. Effortless care.
Yorkshire Dental Suite Leeds
347 Oakwood Lane, Leeds LS8 3HA
Where it all began. The flagship. State-of-the-art suites and a team who know smiles inside out.
Yorkshire Dental Suite Hull
22 The Weir, Hessle, Hull HU13 0RU
Expert care, by the coast. Precision dentistry with Yorkshire charm.
Fixed braces for children FAQs
Still have questions about this treatment?
We have answered the most common questions we receive about child orthodontics. If your query isn’t addressed, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Your dentist will identify your child’s eligibility using the IOTN scale. If braces are deemed as a medical necessity (Grade 4 or 5), you can claim free treatment on the NHS.
There are pros and cons to each type of retainer. Whilst equally effective, a removable appliance may be better for upper teeth, as your bottom teeth may accidentally bite (and damage) a fixed retainer. It is arguably more hygienic too as it can be removed to clean your teeth. However, if you forget to wear your retainer, your teeth will move out of alignment once more.
There is no risk of forgetting to wear fixed retainers, as they are permanently fitted in place. They sit on the back of your teeth, making them invisible to the eye, and do not impact your speech. Something else to note is that this type of retainer requires extra effort when cleaning and flossing teeth, and the wire may break off or become damaged. This will then need to be replaced at an extra cost.
Free, if you are under the age of 18 and identified as having a clinical need for braces. If you do not fit this criteria, a private dental clinic is your only option. Prices vary from £2,250 to £5,995 at Yorkshire Dental Suite.
The answer to this depends on the severity of your child’s case, and if any additional treatments are needed. Treatment times may vary from 6 - 12+ months.
Tooth movement can cause temporary discomfort, particularly after having the wires tightened by your orthodontist. This may be managed with your typical over-the-counter pain medication or brace wax. If the discomfort persists however, please contact your orthodontist.
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