I am 23 years old and in full time education, can I get braces on the NHS?

Q.
Hi there,

My question is in relation to orthodontic surgery.

I am currently 23 years old and in Full time education.

I had permanent braces fitted when i was a teenager and they were removed at the age of 15. I wore my retainer for the time scales my dentist advised. When i first had the braces fitted at 14 the dentist did not advise i needed to have any teeth removed, however I have had trouble with my wisdom teeth coming through and now my mouth feels over crowded.

Now 8 years later my top teeth have moved and my front 4 teeth had moved back to their original positions before having the braces!

I am really conscious of my smile, it’s not awful but i am aware of my teeth and have seen them looking better.

My main questions are – can i get braces again? And can adults only have invisylin? And what would the cost be? Being that i am a full time student will i get any benefit for this from the NHS or a discount? Your response would be much appreciated.

A.
Unfortunately you probably won’t qualify for a brace on the NHS. Invisalign would probably work well and would be a good way to straighten the teeth as this technique tends to be the most acceptable to adults especially compared to fixed braces
Dr Andrew Moore Advance Dental Clinic 104 Moulsham Street, Chelmsford, Essex, CM2 0JG Web: www.advancedentalclinic.com Tel: 08443 87 87 88 View My Profile Dr Moore

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