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Before Braces: checks for Missing Teeth with Loose Teeth

If you have loose teeth, check what to complete before starting braces for missing teeth. You can add an online clinician review for a tailored recommendation.

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Quick eligibility check

Answer a few quick questions to get a result. We’ll ask your age for triage only — no personal data is stored.

Which age group are you?

Are you currently in significant pain from your teeth or jaw?

Do your gums bleed when brushing or flossing?

Do any teeth feel loose?

Do you think you have untreated tooth decay or broken teeth?

Have you had braces or aligners before?

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Timeline
~21 months
Complexity
74/100
Cost
Complex · £5,000+
Estimates provided as a guide only.

Before committing to braces for missing teeth with loose teeth, it’s worth completing the key checks linked to loose teeth.

This is typically detail-led, especially where bite planning matters.

Estimated timeline: about 21 months Likely best-fit options: Braces, Retainers, Clear Aligners

A clinician review clarifies the right sequence before treatment begins by assessing your bite and findings. In more complex cases, this step becomes even more valuable.

Clinical Checks That Influence Suitability

These are often the first checks to complete before beginning braces for missing teeth with loose teeth:

  • Space planning around missing teeth (and any planned restorations)

  • Stability check (tooth support and safe movement limits)

An optional online clinician review can connect these checks to a personalised plan.

Options Once Checks Are Complete

Recommended Treatment Order:

  • Braces

  • Retainers

  • Clear Aligners

Key reasons from the quick check:

  • Braces: suitability 86/100 — is commonly assessed after baseline checks are confirmed.

  • Clear aligners: suitability 32/100 — is often assessed after the basics confirm aligner tracking is realistic.

  • Retainers: suitability 33/100 — can be used to maintain stability while the plan is confirmed.

After the key checks, an optional online clinician review can confirm the best route to start.

Cost Guide

This combination typically falls into cost band 4/4 for the quick check.

Complex case range. Often £5,000+ where staged planning is required.

Bands are a guide based on planning effort and case complexity.

Final pricing is confirmed after the plan is set.

Typical Timeline

A common estimate for braces for missing teeth with loose teeth is about 21 months.

Exact duration depends on bite goals and the movement needed.

If you want a tailored estimate, an optional online clinician review can refine the timeline.

FAQs
Can braces correct missing teeth if I have loose teeth?
What usually makes eligibility change for braces in missing teeth cases with loose teeth?
Which option is usually best for missing teeth when loose teeth is present?
Do I need clinician review for braces for missing teeth with loose teeth?
Will loose teeth affect how long braces takes for missing teeth?
Will loose teeth affect the cost of braces for missing teeth?
What happens after I complete the eligibility checker for braces?

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Not sure where to start? Use these quick links to explore orthodontic treatments, typical costs, and helpful guides that explain what different options involve. Whether you're researching braces or clear aligners, comparing pricing, or just getting a feel for what comes next, you can browse at your own pace and come back when you're ready to request a quote.

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