Key points
- The clip shows teeth with braces on, followed by the finished smile once they are removed.
- Orthodontists call the removal appointment a debond.
- The brackets are eased off and the glue is polished away.
- Retainers are then fitted or made to protect the result.
About this transformation
A quick before and after from a braces removal appointment with Dr Sarah Sadek, one of our most-watched clips.
Results vary from person to person. For a step-by-step look at the appointment, watch our video on getting braces removed.
Questions we often hear
How long does the removal appointment take?
It is usually a single appointment, and the brackets themselves come off quickly. Allow extra time for polishing and retainers.
Will my teeth feel strange afterwards?
They often feel very smooth and slightly sensitive for a day or two. This settles quickly.
Can I whiten my teeth after braces?
Yes, once your teeth have settled. Ask us about whitening at your retainer check.
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
Dr Sarah Sadek
Specialist Orthodontist & Clinical Director
GDC No. 114943 · Waterloo · Croydon