Metal, removable braces
About metal removable braces
Metal removable braces clip onto your teeth and can be taken out for eating, sport, cleaning your teeth or playing a musical instrument. They can often be less visible than a fixed brace with just a thin wire showing.
They can treat mild to moderate cases of crooked or crowded teeth, as well as bite concerns. In some cases, they can be worn by patients who still have some baby (primary) teeth.
Bupa Dental Care offers removable braces such as Inman Aligners and the conventional removable brace. To find out if removable braces are right for you, contact your local Bupa Dental Care practice and book an orthodontic consultation.
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What are the benefits of removable braces?
What are the different types of metal, removable braces?
A range of removable braces are available, including Inman Aligners and conventional removable braces.
Inman Aligners
The Inman Aligner can be used to treat a range of bite concerns such as crossbites, rotations, protrusion or crowding of the front teeth. It has metal ‘bows’ that apply gentle pressure to the front and back of your teeth. Allowing a wide range of tooth movement, the device can deliver quick results.
Conventional removable braces
Conventional removable braces are made up of an acrylic plate with metal wires. During your treatment, the wires are tightened to guide your teeth to their final position.
This type of brace is often used to correct overbites or cross-bites. It can also be used in conjunction with or as preparation for fixed braces. Unlike most braces, they can treat patients who still have some milk teeth, in some cases.
To find out if removable braces are right for you, arrange an orthodontics consultation with your closest practice. The dentist or orthodontist will assess your smile and discuss your needs, to advise on suitable treatments. Speak to your nearest practice to book a consultation.
How much do removable braces cost?
The cost of treatment depends on the type of brace and your specific needs. In your consultation, the dentist or orthodontist will discuss options and costs.
Payment options are available at some Bupa Dental Care practices.* Speak to your nearest practice for details.
What are the alternatives?
Another removable option is clear aligners such as the Invisalign system. These are made of a thin, transparent plastic, custom-made to fit comfortably over your teeth.
Removable braces and aligners can only treat mild to moderate cases. In severe cases, fixed braces will be recommended, which consist of brackets and wires and offer reliable results.
In your consultation, the dentist or orthodontist will recommend the most suitable options.
Learn more about orthodontics
Clear, removable aligners
Clear aligners are another removable option. Virtually invisible, they’re thin, transparent, and custom-made to your smile.
Fixed braces
An effective, predictable option, fixed braces are often recommended in complex cases.
They’re made up of thin wires and brackets that gradually realign your smile.
Brace FAQs
If you’re thinking about straightening your smile, we understand you may have several questions. Find out the answers to some common queries.
* Finance applicant must be aged 18 or over, a UK resident, have a UK bank account and be in permanent employment. All loans subject to eligibility, status, affordability and a credit check.
The minimum spend for patient finance is £500 and the maximum is £50,000. Finance agreements with a repayment term of 12, 18, 24, 36 or 40 months are subject to 0% APR (interest-free). Agreements with a repayment term of 48 or 60 months are subject to 7.9% APR representative.
Bupa Dental Care is a trading name of Oasis Dental Care Limited, Vantage Office Park, Bristol, BS16 1GW, whose company registered number is 00478127. Oasis Dental Care Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority FCA registration number 710559. Oasis Dental Care Limited is a credit broker and not a lender.
Finance is provided by Novuna Personal Finance, a trading style of Mitsubishi HC Capital UK PLC, authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. Financial Services Register no. 704348. Registered Office: Novuna House, Thorpe Road, Staines-upon-Thames, Surrey, TW18 3HP. Registered in Cardiff under company no. 1630491. The register can be accessed through www.fca.org.
Learn more about orthodontics
Clear, removable aligners
Clear aligners are another removable option. Virtually invisible, they’re thin, transparent, and custom-made to your smile.
Fixed braces
An effective, predictable option, fixed braces are often recommended in complex cases.
They’re made up of thin wires and brackets that gradually realign your smile.
Brace FAQs
If you’re thinking about straightening your smile, we understand you may have several questions. Find out the answers to some common queries.
* Finance applicant must be aged 18 or over, a UK resident, have a UK bank account and be in permanent employment. All loans subject to eligibility, status, affordability and a credit check.
The minimum spend for patient finance is £500 and the maximum is £50,000. Finance agreements with a repayment term of 12, 18, 24, 36 or 40 months are subject to 0% APR (interest-free). Agreements with a repayment term of 48 or 60 months are subject to 7.9% APR representative.
Bupa Dental Care is a trading name of Oasis Dental Care Limited, Vantage Office Park, Bristol, BS16 1GW, whose company registered number is 00478127. Oasis Dental Care Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority FCA registration number 710559. Oasis Dental Care Limited is a credit broker and not a lender.
Finance is provided by Novuna Personal Finance, a trading style of Mitsubishi HC Capital UK PLC, authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. Financial Services Register no. 704348. Registered Office: Novuna House, Thorpe Road, Staines-upon-Thames, Surrey, TW18 3HP. Registered in Cardiff under company no. 1630491. The register can be accessed through www.fca.org.
