Orthodontic treatment is not just about transforming the look of your smile, although that is a welcome bonus! It can also solve a range of issues, helping you eat easily and speak clearly, improving your oral hygiene and even enhancing your facial shape.
Orthodontic treatment is available on the NHS for patients under the age of 18 who meet the set criteria. Following a referral from your dentist, we see you for a consultation to begin your NHS orthodontic journey at Dorchester Orthodontic Clinic. Please contact us for more information.
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NHS treatment is typically only available for patients under the age of 18. In rare cases, orthodontic treatment on the NHS may be approved for older patients if there are sufficient health reasons, but this is considered on a case-by-case basis.
The waiting list for NHS orthodontic treatment is currently around two years. We can give you more of an idea of your wait time at your consultation appointment.
To start NHS braces treatment, you need a referral from your regular dentist. Once we have received this, you will be sent an appointment for your consultation with one of our orthodontists to confirm your suitability for treatment. You are then added to the waiting list.
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