Invisible Braces Cost London

At our Medical & Dental clinics in London, ProAligners (our clear aligner system) are priced in three tiers based on case complexity. Easy Align is from £2,000 for mild cases (up to around 4 months). Smart Align is from £4,000 for moderate cases (up to around 17 months). Ultimate Align is from £5,980 for complex cases (up to around 20+ months). SPMD dental members receive a reduced fee (membership terms apply). Your individual fee is confirmed in writing after consultation because the final cost depends on case complexity, the number of aligners required, any additional procedures (such as attachments or interproximal reduction) and your chosen retainer.

Mail-order or "DIY" clear aligner companies are typically cheaper because there is no in-person clinical examination, no X-rays and limited dentist supervision. We do not recommend that route because the British Dental Association, GDC and many UK orthodontic organisations have raised significant safety concerns about it. At-clinic clear aligner pricing varies between providers based on case complexity, the number of in-person reviews included, whether retainers and refinements are included, and whether attachments or interproximal reduction are needed. We are happy to provide a clear, itemised written quote at consultation.

Your fee includes the clinical assessment by a GDC registered dentist, a digital scan or impressions, the laboratory-produced aligner sequence, progress check-ups during active treatment, any attachments needed to move teeth, and refinement aligners within the relevant refinement window. Dental X-rays are charged separately at £20 per image (£10 for members) if clinically required. Retainers (essential to prevent relapse) are charged separately for the Easy Align tier; the Smart Align and Ultimate Align tiers each include two retainers.

Treatment time depends entirely on the complexity of your case and your compliance with aligner wear. Mild cases (Easy Align) may finish in around 4 months. Moderate cases (Smart Align) typically take up to around 17 months. Complex cases (Ultimate Align) can take 20+ months. Wearing your aligners for the recommended 20 to 22 hours a day is the single most important factor in finishing treatment on time.

Many clear aligner cases require small tooth-coloured composite attachments bonded to certain teeth to help the aligners apply specific forces. Some cases also require interproximal reduction (IPR) — a small, controlled reshaping of the contact between teeth to create space. Both are common in clear aligner orthodontics. Whether your case needs either is decided after clinical assessment and your dentist will explain this in writing before treatment starts.

Clear aligners can treat a wide range of cases very effectively, but they are not suitable for every case. Severe rotations, complex bite corrections, large arch discrepancies and some other situations may be better treated with fixed appliances or referred to a specialist orthodontist. Your dentist will be honest at consultation if clear aligners are not the best option for your case.

Clear aligner treatment at our clinics is provided by GDC registered dentists with experience in clear aligner orthodontics. The term "specialist orthodontist" is reserved by the GDC for dentists listed on the GDC specialist list in orthodontics. If your case is complex and would benefit from specialist orthodontic input, we will discuss that with you at consultation, including the option of referral.

Yes — retainers should be considered a lifelong requirement after any orthodontic treatment. Teeth naturally have a tendency to move ("relapse") throughout life, with or without previous treatment. Most patients use a combination of a fixed retainer (a thin wire bonded behind the front teeth) and a removable retainer worn at night. Retainers occasionally need adjustment, replacement or rebonding over the years.

As with all orthodontic treatment, potential risks include temporary discomfort or speech changes when starting a new aligner, gum or tooth sensitivity, the small risk of root shortening (root resorption), white spots or decay if oral hygiene is poor, occasional need for further refinement aligners, and relapse if retainers are not worn as instructed. Attachments and IPR are usually well tolerated but involve permanent (IPR) or temporary (attachments) changes to the teeth. We discuss all of this in writing before treatment.

Mild tenderness for 1–3 days after starting a new aligner is normal and usually managed with over-the-counter pain relief. Some patients also notice a temporary lisp during the first week of treatment that resolves as the tongue adapts. If discomfort is persistent or severe, you should contact us so we can review your case.

0% finance is available subject to status and lender approval; terms apply. We will explain the available options and any deposit requirements at consultation. Treatment can also be paid in stages aligned with the start of active treatment.

No dental practice in the UK can guarantee a specific orthodontic outcome. The result depends on the biology of your teeth and supporting bone, the suitability of clear aligners for your case, your compliance with aligner wear, and lifelong use of retainers afterwards. We will be honest at consultation about what is realistic for your case in writing before any treatment goes ahead.

Alternatives include fixed metal or ceramic braces (sometimes faster for complex cases), lingual braces (fixed appliances on the inside of the teeth), and — for purely cosmetic alignment of front teeth — composite bonding or veneers (which do not actually move teeth). For complex bite problems, referral to a specialist orthodontist may be the most appropriate option. Your dentist will explain the most appropriate option for you at consultation.

You can book online or call us on 020 7183 2362. We will start with a complimentary short consultation and clinical assessment, take a digital scan if clinically appropriate, discuss your options and provide a written quote before any treatment goes ahead.