New Year, New Smile: Start Your Smile Transformation Journey

What Happens At Your Free Initial Assessment

Your first visit is designed to be friendly, informative and pressure-free. You will meet a Treatment Coordinator who will listen to your goals, answer questions and guide you through suitable options.

Welcome And Conversation

We start by understanding what you would like to change. This might be straighter teeth for an event this year, improved bite comfort or a brighter smile.

Digital Records

Where appropriate, we take an iTero 3D scan to create a precise digital replica of your teeth. This helps you visualise potential outcomes and supports accurate planning. Clinical photographs may also be taken.

Clinical Input

A specialist clinician assesses your suitability for orthodontic treatment, clear aligners or other dental care. If further diagnostics are required, we explain these clearly and transparently.

Personalised Plan And Costs

You leave with a tailored outline of recommended options, likely timelines and a clear quote. If finance is helpful, we discuss flexible monthly plans, including 0% options, subject to terms.

There is no obligation to proceed. You are welcome to take the information away and decide in your own time.

What Happens At A Free Orthodontic Consultation

If you are considering braces or aligners, the focus is on matching your goals with the right treatment.

Suitability Check

We review your bite, spacing, crowding and gum health to determine the best approach. Some cases suit clear aligners, while others benefit from fixed braces, including ceramic options for a discreet look.

Technology And Convenience

We explain Dental Monitoring, a smartphone-based system that allows our Specialist Orthodontist team to review progress remotely. This can reduce in-clinic visits and suits busy schedules or frequent travel.

Expected Timeline

Many aligner cases complete in around 9 to 20 months, depending on complexity. Fixed braces can vary. You will receive a realistic estimate and a clear step-by-step overview.

Retention And Finishing

We plan for long-term stability with retainers and can discuss finishing touches such as whitening or composite bonding to perfect your final smile.

Questions To Ask About Braces Or Aligners

A great consultation is a two-way conversation. Useful questions include:

• Which treatments can achieve my goals, and why are you recommending them for me?
• How long might treatment take, and how often will I need to visit the clinic?
• What will I feel with new braces or aligners, and how do I manage tenderness?
• Will I need attachments or IPR with aligners, and what does that involve?
• Will I need attachments or IPR with aligners, and what does that involve?
• How are lost aligners or brace issues handled between visits?
• What are the pros and cons of fixed braces versus Invisalign® for my case?
• What does my quote include, and what finance options are available?

If pricing is top of mind, we also provide general guidance on how much do braces cost in the UK, alongside your personalised quote.

Beyond Straightening: Smile Enhancement Treatments At Pallant

Orthodontics is just one part of a complete smile transformation. With multiple specialists working together, treatments can be combined smoothly.

Professional Teeth Whitening

Predictable, dentist-supervised whitening to safely brighten your smile. See our overview on teeth whitening West Sussex for more detail.

Composite Bonding And Build-Ups

Subtle reshaping to refine edges, close small gaps and repair chips, often ideal after alignment.

Veneers, Crowns And Restorative Care

Where strength or coverage is needed, restorative solutions are planned to harmonise with your new alignment.

Dental Implants

If you are missing teeth, orthodontics can create ideal spacing before coordinating implant placement for a long-term result.

Hygiene And Maintenance

Our hygienists provide gentle, thorough care, including AirFlow stain removal, to keep your smile healthy throughout treatment.

Facial Aesthetics

For patients seeking facial balance alongside a new smile, trained clinicians offer treatments such as Profhilo and dermal fillers, always aiming for natural results.

How To Get Started With Orthodontics At Pallant Advanced Dentistry

Book Your Free Initial Assessment

Call our Chichester team, email or book online. Virtual assessments are also available.

Visit For Your Scan And Consultation

Meet your Treatment Coordinator, have your 3D scan and discuss options with a specialist.

Receive Your Tailored Plan

You receive a written plan with timelines, costs and payment options explained clearly.

Begin When You Are Ready

If you choose aligners, we schedule fitting and Dental Monitoring onboarding. If you choose braces, we book your fitting and share an easy care guide. You will always know what comes next.

Will You Be Pressured To Commit To Treatment?

No. Your free assessment is about understanding your choices, not making a decision on the day. Many patients attend to learn more and return later when the timing is right. We prioritise confidence and clarity over rushing.

Why Choose Pallant For Your 2026 Smile

• Specialist-led care under one roof, with orthodontists, aesthetic dentists, hygienists and implant partners collaborating
• Digital precision with iTero scanning and Dental Monitoring for convenience and accuracy
• A supportive, detail-driven team known for clear communication and reliable results

If you are specifically exploring aligners, you can also read about Invisalign® clear aligners to understand how specialist planning supports smooth, discreet treatment.

Your Next Step

If a new smile is on your list for 2026, start with a free, friendly assessment at Pallant. You will leave with a clear plan, a realistic timeline and transparent costs, without any pressure to commit. Book your visit, bring your questions and take the first step toward a confident, healthy smile that lasts.