How much do clear aligners cost in the UK?

Yes. Most private practices ask for a deposit (typically 10–25%) and then equal monthly instalments over 12–24 months, often at 0% interest. On a 0% plan over 24 months with a 10% deposit, metal braces work out at about £56–£131 a month, ceramic braces £75–£169 and lingual braces £150–£300. Regulated finance can stretch to 24–60 months but may charge interest, so check the total payable, the missed-payment policy and whether retainers or refinements are included.

An initial private orthodontic consultation in the UK typically costs £0 to £200, and many practices offer it free. The fee varies with the length of the appointment, whether scans or X-rays are taken and whether a written treatment plan is included, so ask what it covers and whether it is deducted from the cost of treatment.