Do You Know How I Can Get Braces On A Low Income?
Q.
Hi Dr Moore. I hope you can help. I was once referred to an orthodontist by my dentist for braces. I was told I would have the train tracks on both top and bottom, to straighten out my bottom overcrowded teeth. This was when I was under 18, stupidly I refused the treatment as I had bad confidence issues anyway and did not want my school friends to make fun of me. I’m now 29 and unemployed on benefits. I have enquired about private treatment but find it very expensive. Have you any advice on this matter? Thank you.
Hi Dr Moore. I hope you can help. I was once referred to an orthodontist by my dentist for braces. I was told I would have the train tracks on both top and bottom, to straighten out my bottom overcrowded teeth. This was when I was under 18, stupidly I refused the treatment as I had bad confidence issues anyway and did not want my school friends to make fun of me. I’m now 29 and unemployed on benefits. I have enquired about private treatment but find it very expensive. Have you any advice on this matter? Thank you.
A.
Hello and thank you for getting in touch, I’m very sorry but braces aren’t available on the NHS for adults so you would need to pay privately, perhaps your dentist could offer a payment plan? You could also try to get your dentist to refer you to a local dental hospital for reduced rates. This option can involve long waiting times however. Many clinics offer free consultations so you can find out which offer suitable payment plans. I wish you luck with this. Kind regards, Dr Andrew Moore.
Hello and thank you for getting in touch, I’m very sorry but braces aren’t available on the NHS for adults so you would need to pay privately, perhaps your dentist could offer a payment plan? You could also try to get your dentist to refer you to a local dental hospital for reduced rates. This option can involve long waiting times however. Many clinics offer free consultations so you can find out which offer suitable payment plans. I wish you luck with this. Kind regards, Dr Andrew Moore.
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