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Orthodontic care funded by the NHS for young patients whose clinical need meets the national criteria.
We treat both NHS and private patients at our London Road practice. NHS orthodontics is for under-18s and focuses on clinical need, meaning problems with how the teeth line up or how the bite works, rather than purely cosmetic concerns.
Whether a child qualifies is decided using the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need, known as IOTN. At the first appointment a Specialist Orthodontist examines your child and scores their teeth against that index, then explains the result to you in plain terms.
An early check has another advantage: it lets us watch how teeth and jaws are developing and choose the best moment to begin. If your child does not qualify, or you would rather not wait, private braces and aligners are available with the same team.
Dr Ahmed El-Angbawi explains why timing matters for children and teenagers, and what an early assessment can tell you.
One practice offering both routes for children and teenagers.
A Specialist Orthodontist scores your child's need against the national index.
Checking early helps us start treatment when it will be most effective.
If NHS care is not possible, we explain private choices without pressure.
A Specialist Orthodontist oversees each stage, from the first scan to your retainers.
We examine your child's teeth and jaw growth and score them using IOTN.
You hear what we recommend, the options available and when to start.
Your child is supported through treatment, then given retainers to keep the result.
Some children do not meet the NHS threshold, even when their parents would still like the teeth treated. In that case we offer private braces and clear aligners for young patients, with 0% APR finance for eligible families and payment plans tailored to you. We will go through every option at the assessment.
It depends on your child's age and their IOTN score, which a Specialist Orthodontist works out at the first appointment. We will explain the outcome clearly.
Demand for NHS orthodontics is high, so a wait is possible. We will tell you honestly what to expect, and explain private routes if you would like to begin sooner.
Private treatment is available for children and teenagers, including fixed braces and clear aligners, and we can talk through the costs with you.
The long-established brace, now slimmer and lighter, and still a strong choice for demanding cases.
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Thin, clear trays made for your teeth alone, a quieter way for adults and teenagers to straighten up.
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Brackets that pick up the shade of your teeth, so fixed treatment draws far less attention.
Read more →Book a consultation at our Sevenoaks practice. A Specialist Orthodontist will assess your child against the NHS criteria and talk you through what comes next.