Teeth straightening

Six Month Smiles

A short-term straightening option focused on the teeth you see when you smile, discreet, carefully planned, and designed for a calm, guided experience.

FocusFront teeth
PlanningScan-led smile plan
FinishRetention included
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Six Month Smiles benefits

Focused straightening, in a shorter timeframe.

Six Month Smiles is designed around the teeth you see when you smile. It’s a structured plan with clear milestones, ideal when you want noticeable change without committing to full, long-term orthodontics (case dependent).

Time
Short-term focus Often aimed at visible, 'social six' front-tooth alignment for faster, confidence-boosting improvement.
Discreet
Low-profile options Depending on your plan, treatment can be kept subtle and easy to live with day-to-day.
Plan
Scan-led smile mapping We plan movements in advance, then review progress at each stage so it stays predictable.
Stability
Retention included We finish with retention guidance so your result is supported long after treatment ends.
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Dr Stephen Mullan

Why choose Dr Stephen Mullan?

Six Month Smiles is about improving the teeth you see when you smile, with a clear plan, calm progress, and an outcome that looks natural and balanced, not “done”.

Smile-led planning

We focus on the “smile zone”: alignment, symmetry and proportions, then build a structured plan to achieve a noticeable, believable improvement.

Precision in the adjustments

Short-term orthodontics relies on small, accurate changes. We monitor progress closely and adjust deliberately so teeth track smoothly and results stay tidy.

Stability + retention

We plan for what happens after straightening, how your teeth meet, how to maintain the result, and the right retention strategy to keep everything in place.

A natural-looking finish

Alignment is the foundation, and if you want to go further, we can talk through whitening or subtle edge refinement so the final smile looks clean and effortless.

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Treatment steps

Your journey, in three steps.

A clear assessment, tidy progress, then a stable finish with the right retention, calm, structured, and guided.

Consultation with Dr Stephen

Step 01

We look at what you want to change in the smile zone, check your bite, and confirm whether Six Month Smiles is the right fit. If suitable, we take records (photos/scan) to plan tooth movement accurately.

Braces fitted & guided progress

Step 02

Once your plan is agreed, we fit discreet braces designed to straighten the teeth you see when you smile. You’ll have regular check-ins so changes stay controlled, comfortable, and on schedule.

Final detailing & retention

Step 03

We fine-tune the final positions, remove the braces, then protect the result with retainers and clear maintenance advice. The goal is a finish that stays neat and stable long-term.

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FAQs

Six Month Smiles: what patients ask most.

Clear answers on suitability, comfort, timelines, and how we keep your result stable once treatment finishes.

What is Six Month Smiles?
Six Month Smiles is a short-term brace system designed to straighten the teeth you see when you smile. It focuses on the “smile zone” with a clear plan and regular reviews.
Who is it best for?
It’s often ideal for mild-to-moderate crowding or spacing at the front. Suitability depends on your bite and what needs to change — we confirm this at assessment.
How long does treatment take?
Many cases are completed in around six months, but timings vary depending on the movements required and how your teeth respond. You’ll get a personalised estimate once planned.
Does it hurt?
Expect pressure and mild tenderness after fitting and after adjustments — usually settling within a few days. We’ll guide you on what’s normal and how to stay comfortable.
What about eating and cleaning?
You’ll be able to eat normally with a few sensible adjustments, and good cleaning is important. We’ll show you how to brush around the brace and keep gums healthy during treatment.
What happens after treatment?
Retainers protect the result — teeth naturally want to drift over time. We’ll recommend a retention plan (and check it) so your new alignment stays stable long-term.
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Next step

Ready to start Six Month Smiles?

Book a consultation for a clinical assessment and a plan, or start with a free smile assessment online. Quick, simple, and no pressure.

Smile-zone focus
Clear timeline
Retention plan
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