What is obvious is that the prices of braces depend on the type of braces themselves and the material they are made of. They range from a few hundred to as much as several thousand pounds. However, you can enjoy a beautiful smile for as little as £50 a month. How is this possible? All you have to do is opt for braces on hire purchase in the UK.

Braces - why is it so important?

Braces were for a very long time only associated with teenagers. Fortunately, more and more adults are choosing to have their teeth looked after. This is very important because crooked teeth not only affect appearance and self-esteem, but also the whole body.

Misaligned teeth in the arch spoil the faster, resulting in periodontal disease, or tooth decay. In turn, these ailments can cause infections, respiratory diseases, joint pain and even heart attacks. We wrote more about this topic in our article "Decayed teeth a danger to the health of the whole body", so if you are interested in this topic we invite you to read on.  

IMPORTANT: Even if you did not struggle with malocclusion as a child, it can occur as a consequence of an extraction or a badly inserted filling. We wrote more about this in the article "Malocclusion in adults - causes, consequences, treatment".

Therefore, whatever your age, if you are struggling with malocclusion or crooked teeth make an appointment for a consultation with an orthodontist.

The camera! But what kind?

Before we move on to information about braces on hire in the UK, we will take a moment to discuss their types and the course of treatment itself.

This starts with a consultation, then an impression is taken and on its basis the braces are selected. The treatment itself can last from a few months to two years and is a very individual matter. If you would like to find out more, we invite you to read the article "Orthodontic treatment in the UK".

Going back - your doctor may offer you two types of braces:

• Permanent, or, as the name suggests, fitted permanently. These are the characteristic "clasps" on the teeth, and you can read more about them here here. 
• Removable, i.e. trays that are fitted to your teeth. More about them here. 

You will find out which braces are best for your case during your appointment. You will also learn about the expected duration of the treatment and the cost of the braces. Remember to include follow-up appointments in the cost of treatment.

So, what is the expense? 

One-off expense or braces on hire purchase in the UK?

Some people, although they want healthy and straight teeth, are discouraged by the high cost of orthodontic treatment. And indeed the amount, if it is a one-off expense, is large.

For example, prices for ceramic braces in the UKIn Polish clinics, they range from £900 to £1600. In English clinics, they are often more expensive. On top of this, you have to add the cost of follow-up visits. We wrote more about prices in the article "How much do braces cost in the UK".

Here, the argument is often made that it is better to opt for orthodontic treatment in Poland. However, it often comes out more expensive. How is this possible? The prices of Polish clinics in large cities are almost on a par with those in England, and you still have to add the ticket to Poland. This may still not be a solid argument, but it is the possibility of making an appointment, including an unscheduled one. The braces may break, the pain may appear - then the appointment cannot wait, and it is not always possible to fly to Poland. 

So what to do?

You can have your own dentist in the UKand take your braces on instalments. Importantly, you can also spread out all the costs of your orthodontic treatment.

Instalment braces in the UK - what it looks like in practice

At our practice you can take advantage of the instalment system. Importantly, it is secure and authorised Financial Conduct Authority (FCA number 619628), and available to any patient whose medical costs are higher than £350. 

To use it, all you need to do is visit carry an identity document and meet a few requirements, such as having a UK address for the last three years. For more details, see our article "Instalment scheme for dental treatment in the UK". 

When you visit your orthodontist you will find out the cost of your braces and treatment. Thus, opting for braces on hire purchase in the UK at our practice will cost you £50 per month for metal braces and £75 per month for ceramic braces.

Importantly, the first 12 months are zero interest, Thus, you only repay the amount you have spent. 

If you want to find out more contact us and enjoy a beautiful and straight smile.