Specialist orthodontics, Galashiels
Straighter teeth. Smiles better!
The Scottish Borders' first specialist orthodontic practice, established in 2008. The highest standard of clinical care in a friendly, efficient environment, for adults and children, on the NHS or privately.
- NHS and private
- Adults and children
- Finance Plan available
Opening hours
Mon to Thu 9.00am to 5.00pm
Friday 9.00am to 4.00pm
29 Market Street, Galashiels
Welcome to Borders Orthodontics
Have you ever wished your teeth were straighter?
If you are at all uncomfortable with your smile, you know how self-conscious it can make you feel. Our patients often find treatment a life-changing experience, boosting their self-esteem and helping them fulfil their potential in life, love and the workplace.
Once you decide you want to enjoy the benefits of a beautiful smile, we will advise you on the full range of treatment options and financing arrangements.
Meet the teamTreatments
Metal, ceramic, lingual or Invisalign. The choice is yours.
Tooth alignment can be changed at any age if your gums and bone structure are healthy. Treatment depends on what you want and how important the look of your smile is while you straighten it.
Why a specialist?
Only a specialist can call themselves an orthodontist.
Comprehensive orthodontic diagnosis, treatment planning and fixed brace mechanics are taught only at postgraduate level, on programmes supervised by universities and the Royal College of Surgeons.
- 3+
- years minimum of specialist training
- ~30
- specialist training places available each year in the UK
- MSc
+ MOrth - before entry onto the orthodontic specialist list
Led by Robert Irvine, BDS, MFDS RCS (Edin), MSc (Lond), MOrth RCS (Edin), on the Orthodontic Specialist List since 2003.
Learn moreYour journey
From first visit to final smile.
Whether your dentist refers you or you get in touch yourself, every treatment starts with a conversation with the orthodontist.
- 1
Referral or enquiry
Your dentist can refer you for an NHS consultation, or you can contact us directly about private treatment.
- 2
Consultation
The orthodontist examines your teeth and is more than happy to discuss the options that suit you.
- 3
Your plan and finance
We advise on the range of treatments and the financing arrangements, including paying in instalments with a Finance Plan.
Treatment and care
Regular visits, plus our guidance on brushing and eating while you wear your brace.
Creating beautiful smiles for patients across the Borders region, since 2008.
“Thank you so much for finally giving me the smile I could only dream of, wish I had done it years ago. Thanks also to your wonderful, professional staff who helped me every step of the way.”
“A thousand thank yous! Thank you so much for giving me a smile I can be proud of.”
“Thank you very much for giving me perfectly straight teeth. I now have an excuse to smile all the time.”
“Thank you very much for all your dedicated work. I am so pleased with the outcome.”
“Thank you so much for all your help. You've given me more reason to smile.”
“Thank you for the good work you have done on my teeth. I am really happy with the results.”
Referring dentists
Refer a patient to Borders Orthodontics with our simple online referral form.
Refer a patientTreatment available to all
We know cost may be an issue, so we try to be as flexible as possible. Spread the cost of private treatment by paying in instalments with a Finance Plan.
Ask about finance at your consultationVisit us
29 Market Street,
Galashiels.
TD1 3AF
Opening hours
- Mon to Thu
- 9.00am to 5.00pm
- Friday
- 9.00am to 4.00pm
Call
01896 759331