Before & after · Braces

Inside a braces case: an orthodontist explains the before & after

Key points

  • Dr Sarah explains one case step by step, using the patient's photos.
  • She covers the problem at the start and the reasons for the treatment plan.
  • You see how the teeth moved over time and how long it all took.
  • It gives a clear picture of how an orthodontist plans treatment, not just the final smile.

About this transformation

A three-minute walkthrough of a braces case by Dr Sarah Sadek, from the first assessment to the finished result.

Every case is different. Your own plan and timescale are explained at your consultation at Waterloo.

Questions we often hear

What records are taken at the start?

Usually photos, a scan or impressions of the teeth and, where needed, X-rays.

How often are braces adjusted?

Typically every 6 to 10 weeks, depending on the stage of treatment.

Can I see my likely result before starting?

For aligners we can show a digital plan. For braces we explain the goals and show similar cases.

Save on treatment with a Waterloo plan

Student Smile members get 15% off all treatments, including aligners and braces. Smile for Life plan members get 10% off private treatment, including aligners. Both plans also cover your check-ups and hygiene visits.

Student plans from £9.95/month →   Practice plans from £10.95/month →

12-month minimum term. Student plans need a valid student card. The Waterloo Essentials plan discount does not include aligners; full details and exclusions are in the terms. Student terms · Practice plan terms.

Seeing us at Waterloo

Waterloo Dental & Orthodontics is at 223 Waterloo Road, London SE1 8XH, a short walk from Waterloo and Lambeth North stations and close to the Southbank. Call 020 7928 5844 or book online.

In this video

Presenter
Dr Sarah Sadek
Specialist Orthodontist & Clinical Director
GDC No. 114943 · Waterloo · Croydon

General information only. This video and page give general information and are not personal dental or medical advice. Treatment suitability, results and timescales vary between patients and are confirmed at a consultation. Some videos were recorded at other practices in our group. Last reviewed October 2026.

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