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14 Royal Terrace, Glasgow G3 7NY - NHS & Private Orthodontics in Glasgow
Are you looking to get NHS orthodontics? Check your eligibility for NHS orthodontic treatment assessment below:
We offer all the NHS orthodontic services. This includes assessments, digital x-rays and braces.
Dentists can refer children and adults to be assessed via our patient referral page.
Once assessed, we will let you know if you are eligible for NHS treatment and discuss your treatment options.
The NHS will provide funding towards moderate to severe misalignment cases; however, mild problems are not covered.
If you do not qualify for NHS treatment, you will be advised of the private options, which may include a discounted ‘NHS equivalent’ independent treatment.
Everyone in Scotland can get a free NHS orthodontic assessment,
Referral for an NHS orthodontic assessment for eligible patients.
Please note: the current NHS waiting time is approximately 30 months, and the referring dental practice must submit the NHS referral on behalf of the patient.
Below you’ll find answers to the questions we get asked the most about NHS orthodontic treatment.
The high demand and funding availability are the main reasons for a waiting list.
If you are under 26 years of age the NHS will pay for your orthodontic treatment. Over 26, the NHS will pay for some of your treatment.
Individuals not eligible for NHS treatment may seek private dental options instead.
In Scotland, you can have NHS orthodontics at any age. You have to qualify the same way as kids. If you are under 26 years old and eligible, your treatment will paid for by the NHS.
The ideal age to have NHS orthodontic braces is usually around 12 or 13, while a child's mouth and jaws are still growing, but sometimes it can be earlier or later. The prospect for improvement in an adult is more limited, treatment is likely to take longer, and there is a good possibility you will have to go private.
Yes! Ask for a referral to the new orthodontist with a history of your treatment so far. Ask for the study models and x-rays to be sent on or given to you to take to the new orthodontist. Under the new NHS contract, since 1st April 2006, there has been no official obstacle to changing orthodontists should you wish to.
No, unfortunately not. National Health Service funding doesn't cover invisible brace options like Invisalign clear aligners or clear braces. NHS treatment includes fixed metal braces and functional appliances. It’s worth noting that fixed braces are an excellent way to straighten your teeth.
Unfortunately not. The majority of NHS orthodontics is carried out with metal fixed braces.
Yes! The NHS will provide one set of retainers at the end of orthodontic treatment in most situations.
For the NHS to approve your application, we will take records (including photos, impressions for study models and x-rays of your teeth). We then send these off along with a treatment plan to Primary Care Services for independent approval. The waiting time is approximately one week from receipt of all documents. Once approval is granted, we can get started with your treatment!
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