Quick answer
Clear aligners at Bromley Smiles Dental start from £1,850. The final cost depends on how complex your case is, the number of aligners, any refinements, retainers and appointments. A personal quote is given after assessment, and 0% APR finance via Tabeo may be available, subject to status.
Introduction
Anyone searching for clear aligner prices in Bromley usually wants a realistic figure before booking anything. That is a reasonable thing to ask. The difficulty is that no two mouths are the same, so a single headline price rarely applies to everyone. This guide sets out what shapes the cost of clear aligners, what a quote may and may not cover, and how payment can be spread. It also looks at who may be suitable and what a first appointment involves, so you know what to expect before you call.
What are clear aligners?
Clear aligners are thin, transparent trays made to fit over your teeth. They are removable, which means you take them out to eat, drink and clean your teeth. Each tray is designed to move the teeth a small amount in a planned direction, and you swap to the next one in the series at the interval your dentist sets.
Treatment starts with a digital scan or impressions, and the plan is agreed with your dentist before any trays are made. Bromley Smiles Dental offers Invisalign and other clear aligner systems within its orthodontic services. Which one suits you depends on your teeth and bite, and that is decided only after an examination.
How much do clear aligners cost in Bromley?
At Bromley Smiles Dental, clear aligners start from £1,850 .This is a “from” price rather than a fixed fee. Your dentist gives you a personal quote after assessing your teeth, gums and bite.
The table below lists the fees you may meet around the planning stage. All prices are “from” prices, and you may not need every item.
| Item | Price |
| Clear aligners | From £1,850 |
| New patient adult exam | £75 |
| Routine adult exam | £50 |
| Scale and polish | £70 |
| Airflow | £89 |
| Intra oral X-ray | £19 to £22 |
| OPG scan | From £125 |
| CBCT scan | From £250 |
| Retainers | [CONFIRM price] |
Some people need only an exam before starting. Others need imaging, a hygiene visit or treatment for another dental problem first. Our fee guide gives more detail on what is charged.
What a quote may include
A good quote spells out exactly what is covered. In many cases it includes treatment planning, the aligners themselves and review appointments during active treatment. Your quote at Bromley Smiles Dental will list the inclusions in writing [CONFIRM: what the aligner price includes, such as planning, reviews, refinements and retainers].
What may be charged separately
Several items often sit outside the aligner fee: the new patient exam, any X-rays or scans, a scale and polish before starting, retainers once teeth have moved, and treatment for decay or gum disease found at assessment. Asking what is and is not covered before you agree to treatment is wise wherever you go.
What affects the cost of clear aligners?
Understanding the main factors explains why two people may be given different quotes.
How complex your case is
Small gaps or mild crowding usually call for less movement than a significant bite problem. The more the teeth need to move, the more planning and monitoring a case tends to need, which can be reflected in the price.
The number of aligners
Each set of trays is made for a planned stage of movement. A short course needs fewer trays, while a longer one needs more. The number is set out in your treatment plan.
Refinements
Teeth do not always move exactly as planned. If they have not reached the intended position after the first series, your dentist may suggest refinements, which means fresh scans and an extra set of trays. Ask whether refinements are part of your quote [CONFIRM: refinement policy and cost].
Retainers
Teeth can drift back once treatment ends, so retainers are needed to help hold them in place. Because they are a long-term part of care, it helps to know their cost from the start [CONFIRM: retainer price and type].
Appointments
Review visits let your dentist check that your teeth are moving as expected. A case that needs closer monitoring may involve more visits than a simpler one.
How clear aligner treatment works
Most patients follow a similar path, although details differ from person to person.
- Consultation and examination. Your dentist looks at your teeth, gums and bite and asks what you would like to improve.
- Records. Scans, X-rays or impressions may be taken to plan the movement accurately.
- Plan and quote. You see the proposed treatment, the alternatives, the risks and the cost, with time to think it over.
- Aligners are made to match your plan.
- Wear and swap trays. You wear each set as directed and change to the next on schedule.
- Reviews. Your dentist checks progress and adjusts the plan if needed.
- Retainers. When movement is finished, retainers help to hold your teeth in their new positions.
Paying for treatment: finance through Tabeo
Many patients prefer to spread the cost. Finance is available through Tabeo at 0% APR (subject to status, terms apply). Bromley Smiles Dental does not provide credit itself. Tabeo is a separate provider and approval depends on your circumstances. You can read about Tabeo interest-free credit before your visit, and the team can talk through how repayments might work once you have a quote.
Who may be suitable for clear aligners, and who may not
Clear aligners are commonly used for mild to moderate crowding, spacing and some bite concerns. Whether they suit you depends on your teeth and bite, and that is decided after an examination.
Aligners may be a reasonable fit if your teeth and gums are healthy, you are happy to wear removable trays for most of the day and you can attend review appointments.
They may be less suitable, or may need other treatment alongside, if you have untreated gum disease or decay, a more complex bite problem, or find it hard to keep up daily wear. In some cases, fixed braces may suit a case better, and your dentist will explain why they recommend one approach over another.
Benefits and limitations
Possible benefits
- The trays are transparent and removable, so many people find them discreet and easy to clean around.
- Digital planning shows the intended movement before you start.
- Fewer food restrictions than with fixed appliances, because the trays come out for meals.
Risks and limitations
- Results rely on wearing the trays as directed. Fewer hours of wear can slow progress.
- Tenderness is common after each tray change, and speech may be slightly affected at first.
- Some movements are harder to achieve with aligners than with other methods.
- Retainers are needed afterwards, and teeth may still shift if they are not worn.
- Small attachments, or minor reshaping of teeth, are needed in some cases.
No dentist can promise a particular outcome. Your plan sets out what is realistic for your teeth.
Aftercare, retainers and common mistakes
Looking after your aligners and teeth matters throughout treatment. Brush before putting trays back in, rinse them as advised and drink only plain water while wearing them. Regular preventive care visits help keep gums and enamel healthy while your teeth move.
Once active treatment ends, you will usually be asked to wear retainers. Follow the schedule your dentist gives you, because this is the stage where results are most easily lost.
Common mistakes include:
- Wearing aligners for fewer hours than advised.
- Missing review appointments.
- Leaving a lost or cracked tray for too long before saying so.
- Stopping retainer wear because the teeth look straight.
- Judging a treatment on price alone without checking what is included.
Why choose Bromley Smiles Dental
Bromley Smiles Dental is a private practice at 1st floor, 146 High Street, Bromley, BR1 1EZ. Our services cover general, preventive, children’s, emergency, restorative and cosmetic dentistry, plus orthodontics (clear aligners, Invisalign and retainers), implants, periodontics, prosthetics and specialist dentistry. With these services in one place, your general dental health can be looked after alongside any aligner treatment.
You can learn more about the clinicians caring for you on our meet our team page [CONFIRM: clinician and author details]. We give a personal quote after assessment, explain the alternatives and risks, and answer your questions before you decide.
Who we see locally
Patients visit us from Bromley and nearby areas including Chislehurst, Petts Wood, Orpington, Bickley and Hayes.
What to expect at a consultation
Your first visit is about listening and looking. Your dentist will ask what you would like to change, examine your teeth, gums and bite, and may recommend X-rays or scans. A new patient adult exam is £75.
You will then be told whether clear aligners may be suitable, what the alternatives are and what treatment would involve, including retainer wear and your own commitment to the plan. A personal quote follows once your assessment is complete. There is no obligation to go ahead on the day, and you are welcome to take time to decide.
Conclusion
The cost of clear aligners in Bromley depends on your teeth, your treatment plan and what your quote includes. From £1,850 [CONFIRM], the figure you are given should be personal, written down and fully explained. To find out whether aligners could suit you, book a consultation with Bromley Smiles Dental.
You can call us on 0203 376 3734, email enquiries@bromleysmiles.co.uk or contact us through our website. We are at 1st floor, 146 High Street, Bromley, BR1 1EZ [CONFIRM: whether to write “Kent” or “Greater London” in the address line], open Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm, and closed on Saturday, Sunday and bank holidays.
Frequently asked questions
At Bromley Smiles Dental, clear aligners start from £1,850 [CONFIRM: full case or per arch]. The final cost depends on your case, the number of aligners and what your quote includes. A personal quote is given after assessment.
Every case is different. Complexity, the number of aligners, refinements, retainers and appointment numbers all affect the price. Two patients can receive quite different quotes, which is why a personal assessment comes first.
Finance is available through Tabeo at 0% APR, subject to status, with terms applying. Bromley Smiles Dental does not provide credit itself. Tabeo is a separate provider, so approval depends on your circumstances.
This depends on your quote. Retainers are an important part of treatment, so ask whether they are included or charged separately [CONFIRM: retainer inclusion and price]. Your quote will set this out before you decide to start.
Length varies with your case. Some treatments are shorter and others longer, depending on how far the teeth need to move and how closely the aligners are worn. Your dentist can give an estimate after examining you.
Yes. Suitability can only be decided after an examination of your teeth, gums and bite. A new patient adult exam is £75. X-rays or scans may also be recommended to plan treatment safely.
In some cases, yes, but it depends on the teenager’s age, their teeth and their ability to follow the wear schedule. Your dentist will assess this at an examination and explain whether aligners or another approach may be more suitable.
Teeth can gradually move back towards their earlier positions if retainers are not worn as advised. Wearing them as directed helps to hold the result. Your dentist will explain how long and how often to wear them.
Neither is better for everyone. Aligners are removable and less visible, while fixed braces may suit some cases more effectively. Your dentist will explain which approach may be more appropriate for your teeth and bite.
You can book online through our patient portal, call 0203 376 3734 or email enquiries@bromleysmiles.co.uk. We are open Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm, at 1st floor, 146 High Street, Bromley, BR1 1EZ.
