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Listen to what has changed
The appointment starts with your concerns, dental history, previous orthodontic treatment, symptoms, appearance goals, teen responsibilities, and questions about timing or cost.
Orthodontics
A clearer starting point for crowding, spacing and bite concerns
If teeth have shifted, cleaning is becoming harder, or you are wondering whether aligners might help, an orthodontic assessment can clarify what is happening and whether treatment is appropriate.
If you are asking about movement, bite changes or aligners, reception can help you book the right orthodontic conversation.
Orthodontics appointment details
Booking
Book orthodontic advice, adult orthodontics, teen orthodontics, or clear aligner assessments online; call if you are unsure which appointment fits
Costs
Assessment, records, referral needs, treatment complexity, retainers, and health fund cover can affect fees; itemised costs are discussed first
RISKS & LIMITATIONS
Possible risks, limitations, expected maintenance requirements, and the potential need for additional care are discussed where relevant before treatment begins.
How We Help
Records help decide whether movement is realistic
We will look at teeth, gums and bite, discuss any records that may be needed and explain whether monitoring, clear aligners, referral or another pathway makes more sense.
Start here if
- 01Your teeth have shifted after previous orthodontic treatment and you want to understand what can be assessed.
- 02Crowding, spacing, or an uneven bite is affecting cleaning, chewing, comfort, or treatment planning.
- 03Your teenager's teeth or bite look different and you want guidance before assuming what treatment is needed.
- 04You are deciding between clear aligners, orthodontic advice, monitoring, or referral and want the options explained.
- Discuss shifted teeth, crowding, spacing, bite concerns, or teen development questions
- Check oral health, cleaning access, bite, jaw function, and existing dental work
Treatments
Orthodontics services
Clear aligners are one treatment pathway, while adult and teen orthodontic pages cover the wider assessment questions that come first. Choose by life stage and concern; suitability, oral health, records, and possible referral still need to be established before treatment is chosen.
Not Sure What to Book?
Tell Us What Has Brought You In
Tell our reception team what is happening, and they can help you choose between a check-up, an urgent visit, or a treatment consultation.
Your Appointment
What happens first
First, the dentist checks what has changed in the tooth position or bite and whether teeth and gums are healthy enough for planning. Records, monitoring, aligners, other orthodontic care, or referral are considered only from those findings.
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Assess teeth, gums, bite, and records
Your dentist checks teeth, gums, cleaning access, bite, jaw function, existing dental work, and whether photographs, scans, radiographs, or previous records are needed.
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Explain options, referral, and costs
The dentist explains whether clear aligners, monitoring, referral, hygiene care, restorative care, retainers, or another pathway may be suitable, with costs discussed before treatment begins.
Other Appointments
Another part of the clinic may fit better
Some concerns sit closer to prevention, children's care, orthodontics or urgent advice. Use these links if they sound more like the reason you are booking.
Your Care
What You Can Expect From Us
Our aim is for you to leave knowing what your dentist found, what may need attention, and what your choices are. If you have questions, please ask them.
Gentle Care
Appointments at a Steady Pace
Let us know if you or your child would prefer a slower pace or an explanation before each step.
Clear Guidance
Clear Treatment Planning
We explain what we find, which options may be suitable, and the expected fees before treatment begins.
Care in One Place
Care for Different Needs
The practice provides routine, urgent, children's, orthodontic, cosmetic, and restorative dental care.
Fees, Health Funds, Payment Options
Helpful
FAQs
Questions about tooth movement and alignment
Answers to common questions about adult and teen orthodontics, clear aligners, assessments, records, costs, referral, retainers, and check-ups before treatment.
Some adults may be suitable for orthodontic treatment, including clear aligners, but suitability depends on teeth, gum health, bite, existing dental work, records, and treatment goals. Your dentist can explain whether aligners, monitoring, referral, or another pathway may be appropriate after assessment.
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