Straight Teeth in Chorley | Southport Road Dental

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"After just over 12 months with braces I have had them removed & I can’t be any happier with the result! … The braces were fitted & looked very discreet and the treatment I received throughout was completely pain free*."

— J Salter, Facebook review
"I can now smile without being embarrassed about my teeth, feel confident that I know how to look after them."

— C Harper, Facebook review
"Couldn’t recommend David and his team enough. I’ve been wanting to straighten my teeth for years but didn’t have the confidence until I visited Southport Road Dental."

— K Lewis, Facebook review

12–24: months, average SureSmile® treatment time
4–6 wks: between check-ups during treatment
98.6%: of 168 surveyed said their treatment was pain-free*
8.00pm: late opening on Monday & Wednesday

Two Certified Pain Free Dentists, and a method measured on 168 patients
All 7 clinicians registered with the General Dental Council, numbers published

We can help you if you have…

Dreaming of a straight, confident smile? It’s never too late!

If you’ve always wanted a straighter smile but worry it’s too late – or dread the idea of “train track” braces – you’re not alone. Thousands of people share those same thoughts. But here’s the incredible news: with today’s advancements in dentistry, achieving the smile you’ve always dreamed of is not only possible; it’s easier and more discreet than ever.

At Southport Road Dental, we understand that every smile is as unique as the person behind it. That’s why we offer a range of advanced techniques, including SureSmile clear aligners, to help you achieve your ideal smile without the need for visible braces. SureSmile aligners are nearly invisible, comfortable to wear, and removable, so you can straighten your teeth while enjoying all the little moments in life with confidence.

Imagine yourself feeling proud to smile in photos or speak in public, knowing your smile reflects the best version of you. We’re here to help make that vision a reality, with treatment options tailored to your goals and comfort.

Crowding of your teeth
Gaps in your smile
Overbites (your upper teeth sit too far in front of your lower teeth)
Underbites (where the lower teeth sit in front of the upper teeth)
Front teeth that prominently stick out
Crossbites (your teeth bite on the wrong side of each other)
Openbite (where teeth don’t meet when you bite)
Realigning the midline so that the centre lines of your upper and lower teeth match

Fixed and removable braces

We use the most innovative and effective treatments to help you achieve your dream smile.

A straight smile increases confidence. We use both fixed and removable orthodontic solutions to align your teeth and improve your smile. We offer:

Clear Removable Retainer

SureSmile

Our crystal clear aligners from SureSmile® are ideal if you would like to straighten your teeth without anyone knowing. The clear aligners are moulded to fit your teeth and can be easily removed for eating, brushing your teeth and the occasional evening out, making them a popular choice with many people.

Transform your smile by moving your teeth to their desired position little by little – whilst you hardly notice you are wearing them! Average treatment time with SureSmile® is 12 – 24 months.

You wear each SureSmile® aligner for two weeks, before moving on to the next in the series, only taking them out to eat, drink, brush and floss your teeth as normal. We will see you every 4-6 weeks during your treatment until your teeth are straightened.

One arch £2,800 · upper and lower from £4,500

Clear Brackets & Wires

Ice Braces

Ice clear braces is a cosmetic brace system that can be used in both simple fast brace straight teeth treatments, or more complex cases of orthodontic treatment.

Cosmetic dentistry for fast brace cases focuses on straightening the front six to ten teeth at the top and/ or the bottom jaws. By doing this, it can work quicker than braces which also aim to move the more securely embedded rear molar teeth.

Whilst there are cases where this is necessary from a functional dental perspective, for many people a smooth straight even beautiful smile is their main aim. The Ice system is effective when applied to gap closure, crowded or crooked teeth and is also made less visible through the use of crystal clear brackets and white.

Clear fixed brace £2,450 per arch

Behind Your Teeth Braces

Secret Smile

Secret Smile braces are fitted behind your teeth which makes them totally invisible. An ideal solution for people that are embarrassed at the thought of wearing braces. Which is why this straight teeth treatment is a favourite with celebrities and those in the public eye.

Secret Smile is specifically designed to straighten your front six teeth, which means treatment is much quicker than traditional orthodontics.

Secret Smile braces exert very light pressure onto your teeth to move them into their new positions, leaving you with a fantastic new smile.

Behind teeth braces are a very popular solution for those of you who want to straighten your smile without anyone knowing you’re having treatment.

Behind-the-teeth brace £4,900 per arch

SureSmile or Invisalign?

Invisalign is the best-known name for clear aligners, so it’s often the word people search for. We don’t offer Invisalign. We use SureSmile® clear aligners, which work in the same way: a series of clear, removable aligners, each worn for about two weeks, that move your teeth a little at a time. Your treatment is planned digitally before you start, and we see you every 4–6 weeks along the way.

At your consultation the dentist will tell you whether aligners suit your teeth, or whether a clear fixed brace or a behind-the-teeth brace would do a better job.

Real results

Straightening patients, before and after.

Actual patients of the practice. Results vary from person to person.

Teeth straightening · before and after, actual patient
Teeth straightening · before and after, actual patient
Teeth straightening · before and after, actual patient
Teeth straightening · before and after, actual patient
Teeth straightening · before and after, actual patient
Teeth straightening · before and after, actual patient

Teeth straightening

Transform your smile with modern straight teeth systems.

You might wonder if it’s really possible to shift your teeth enough to achieve the smile you’ve been dreaming of. But with today’s advanced orthodontic technology, it’s more achievable than ever. When our patients complete their treatment, they often marvel, asking, “How did you do that? How did this happen?”

That transformation is why we’re passionate about orthodontic treatment. It’s not just about the change in your teeth – it’s about the change in you. Our patients frequently tell us, “This has changed my life,” or “I feel so much more confident when I smile.”

It’s never too late to get the smile you’ve always wanted. With our modern techniques, your journey to a confident smile starts here.

A patient’s smile before and after teeth straightening, in a "From this / To this" graphic of four photographs

See what our patients say…

“I never ever thought I’d be able to get my teeth straight.”

“I’d like to say a massive thank you to David and the team at Southport Rd dental. After just over 12 months with braces I have had them removed & I can’t be any happier with the result! I never ever thought I’d be able to get my teeth straight but from the initial consultation with David he was confident they could correct my teeth. The braces were fitted & looked very discreet and the treatment I received throughout was completely pain free*. The whole team were great and put me at ease with their confidence and professional yet friendly manner and no question or concern was ever too much trouble. I would highly recommend to anyone looking for dental work to get David and the team on the case. They really are the best!”

— J Salter, Facebook review

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Fees, published

What teeth straightening costs.

Guide prices. Your exact fee is confirmed in writing in your treatment plan before anything starts, so nothing on it will be a surprise.

Finance is available to help eligible patients spread the cost. Ask us about the options when you receive your treatment plan.

Spread the cost of your treatment over 12 months with 0% APR finance. If you would prefer to spread the cost over a longer period, finance is also available over 24 or 36 months at 7.9% APR Representative.

SRDC Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA registration number 723535) and acts as a credit broker, not a lender, offering credit products from Secure Trust Bank PLC trading as V12 Retail Finance. Credit is provided subject to affordability, age and status. Minimum spend applies.

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SureSmile and orthodontic consultation: £155
New retainer: £150 per tray
Removable retainer, after the first year: £160
Fixed retainer: £176.55
Clear fixed brace: £2,450 per arch
Behind-the-teeth brace: £4,900 per arch
SureSmile aligners, one arch: £2,800
SureSmile aligners, upper and lower: From £4,500

Fees last reviewed 4 October 2026. Full fee list on our pricing page.

Who you'll meet

The same faces, from consultation to your final check-up.

Patients are treated like family: we know what they want to avoid and what they hope to achieve. 'Pain Free' is our promise of approach, not just a name.

David Hickey

Pain Free Dentist & principal

GDC 83406
Rashmi Chattopadhyay

Pain Free Dentist & principal · sedation

GDC 83400
Alice

Dentist

GDC 251173
Marc

Dentist

GDC 243971
Jennifer Ellwood

Dentist

GDC 309181
Matthew Strickland-Baker

Dentist

GDC 296268
Sarah

Dental therapist

GDC 106131

Book your consultation today

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Your SureSmile and orthodontic consultation is 30 minutes with the dentist, £155, refunded against your treatment if you go ahead. We'll call back during opening hours to find a time.

Prefer to call? 01257 267707

Monday: 8.00am – 8.00pm
Tuesday: 8.00am – 6.00pm
Wednesday: 8.00am – 8.00pm
Thursday & Friday: 9.00am – 5.30pm
Saturday & Sunday: Closed

Where to come

9 Southport Rd
Chorley PR7 1LB
Lancashire

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The questions people ask about straightening.

Is it too late to straighten my teeth?

It’s never too late to get the smile you’ve always wanted. With today’s advancements in dentistry, achieving the smile you’ve always dreamed of is not only possible; it’s easier and more discreet than ever.

How long does SureSmile take?

Average treatment time with SureSmile® is 12 – 24 months. You wear each SureSmile® aligner for two weeks, before moving on to the next in the series. We will see you every 4-6 weeks during your treatment until your teeth are straightened.

Can I take the aligners out?

Yes. The clear aligners are moulded to fit your teeth and can be easily removed for eating, brushing your teeth and the occasional evening out — only taking them out to eat, drink, brush and floss your teeth as normal.

What can braces fix?

We can help you if you have: crowding of your teeth; gaps in your smile; overbites; underbites; front teeth that prominently stick out; crossbites; openbite; realigning the midline so that the centre lines of your upper and lower teeth match.

Do you offer fixed and removable braces?

Yes. We use both fixed and removable orthodontic solutions to align your teeth and improve your smile.

How much does teeth straightening cost?

It starts with a SureSmile and orthodontic consultation at £155, which is refunded against your treatment if you go ahead. As a guide, SureSmile aligners for one arch are £2,800, a clear fixed brace is £2,450 per arch and a behind-the-teeth brace is £4,900 per arch. Your exact fee is confirmed in writing in your treatment plan before anything starts. Finance is available to help eligible patients spread the cost. Ask us about the options when you receive your treatment plan.

Do you offer Invisalign?

No. We use SureSmile® clear aligners, which work the same way: clear, removable aligners, each worn for about two weeks, planned digitally before you start. Your £155 consultation tells you whether aligners suit your teeth, and the fee is refunded against your treatment if you go ahead.

Want a quicker change to your front teeth? Read about SmileFast or a smile makeover.

Teeth straightening in Chorley. Feel confident in your photos again.