Professional Ceramic Braces in North London

Ceramic braces help with crooked teeth, crowding, or bite issues such as an overbite or underbite. They suit people who want a fixed appliance and do not want to remove it, while avoiding the look of metal braces. For example, a patient from Highgate who works in a client facing role chose ceramic braces for their subtle appearance. The treatment lasted 18 months and the patient felt confident throughout. This option works well for professionals and adults who want strong results and a professional look during treatment.

Your treatment starts with a 60 minute consultation. We take digital images and assess your plan for tooth movement. After your plan is ready, you will have a 60 to 90 minute appointment to fit the ceramic brackets and place the archwire. You will return for adjustments every 6 to 8 weeks, typically about 30 minutes each. Most patients complete treatment in 18 to 24 months, as noted by the British Orthodontic Society. When your teeth are aligned, we schedule a debonding appointment to remove the braces and fit a retainer to keep your new smile.

In the first days after fitting ceramic braces, you may feel mild discomfort as teeth begin to move. Use over the counter pain relief if needed. Eat soft foods such as soup, pasta, and yogurt during the first week. Maintain thorough brushing and flossing to clean around brackets and wires. Long term you will wear a retainer at night to keep teeth in place. If a bracket or wire breaks, it is not a medical emergency but it needs attention. Call our practice during office hours (Mon Wed Fri 9-5, Tue Thu 11-7) to arrange a repair. For emergencies outside these hours, call 111.

In addition to ceramic braces, other treatments could suit you. Invisalign clear aligners are nearly invisible and removable, but you must wear them about 22 hours a day. Traditional metal braces are durable and often more affordable, though they are more noticeable. At your Finchley consultation, Dr. Reddy reviews the pros and cons of each option based on your clinical needs and lifestyle to help you choose the best fit.

To choose what is right for you, ask the right questions at any consultation, whether with us or another practice in North London. Ask what the total quoted cost includes, and whether it covers adjustments, emergency appointments, and final retainers. Ask about the estimated treatment time for your case and what happens if a bracket breaks outside office hours. Also ask what type of retainer you will receive and long term replacement costs. Finally, confirm if they accept your dental insurance such as Denplan or Cigna.

The cost depends on the complexity and length of treatment. As a private practice we do not offer NHS funded orthodontics. During your initial consultation we provide a detailed all inclusive quote with no hidden fees that covers fitting, removal, and your first set of retainers. We present a clear breakdown of costs before you commit. For example, a university student from Barnet recently completed a 20 month treatment and found the transparent pricing helpful for budgeting. We accept private dental insurance from providers including Max Bupa, Denplan, and Cigna, and our team can help you understand your coverage.