Before & after · Patient story

18 months in braces: a patient's honest review

Key points

  • In his own words, a patient explains what treatment with Dr Sarah Sadek was like.
  • His fixed braces were on for around 18 months.
  • The video includes photos from before, during and after treatment.
  • Hearing a real experience can help if you are weighing up treatment.

About this transformation

A 43-second patient review: one of Dr Sarah Sadek's patients talks about his roughly 18 months in braces and the result.

Shared with the patient's permission. This is one person's experience, and results vary.

Questions we often hear

Is it worth getting braces as an adult?

Many adults find it worthwhile for confidence and for teeth that are easier to keep clean. We can talk through the options with no obligation.

Can I fit appointments around work or university?

We are a short walk from Waterloo station, and we try to book appointments at times that suit you.

What if I am nervous about treatment?

Tell us. We will explain each step and go at your pace.

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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