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Teeth straightening

Serving patients throughout Hest Bank, Morecambe and Lancaster

Never before have there been so many ways to have your teeth straightened.

Teeth straightening is a dental speciality known as Orthodontics. Using fixed braces or removable aligners, teeth are slowly and precisely moved to achieve a beautifully aligned smile.

Dentists and Orthodontists have been straightening teeth for decades, but a lot has changed in that time. Traditional fixed braces will always be a fantastic way to straighten teeth, but advances in technology have now introduced a range of discreet alternatives. From clear removable aligners, clear fixed braces to invisible wires hidden behind the teeth, these aesthetic options have seen a huge rise in the number of adults seeking straighter teeth.

Orthodontic treatment is most often used to improve the appearance and alignment of crooked, protruding or crowded teeth, and to correct problems with the bite of the teeth. Whether you have mild crowding or a complex bite problem, our teeth straightening dentist Stuart or Sofia, can help you to achieve your perfect smile.

At Hest Bank Dental Care in Lancaster we offer the following teeth straightening options:

  • Invisalign
  • Clear aligners

Treatment times vary depending on your individual alignment needs. For simple cases this could be just a few months, but for more complex movements, it usually takes between 12 months and two years to achieve your beautiful new smile. Stuart or Sofia will give you an idea of how long your teeth straightening treatment may take during your initial consultation.

Benefits of dental braces or clear aligners from Hest Bank Dental Care in Lancaster

  • Dramatically improve the appearance of your smile and potentially provide a life-changing confidence boost.
  • Improve the way your teeth function and bite together – they can even help some speech problems.
  • Straighter teeth provide food and plaque with fewer places to hide, making it easier for you to keep your smile clean and healthy.
  • If you follow aftercare advice and wear your retainers, your results can last a lifetime.

Am I suitable for teeth straightening?

Your teeth and gums need to be healthy before you can start treatment. If you have any implants, crowns, bridges, or veneers you can still wear braces, we can usually work around them.

If you are looking for teeth straightening or orthodontics in Hest Bank, Morecambe and Lancaster and want to know more about how this could work for you, get in touch to arrange a consultation at Hest Bank Dental Care.

Dentist

Sara Dawson

I graduated from the University of Central Lancashire in 2019 after completing my undergraduate degree in Medical Sciences at Nottingham University. I have worked in general practice and the emergency dental service and have completed a number of courses in different areas of dentistry. I enjoy general dentistry and in particular, endodontics (root canal treatment). I am currently undertaking further...

Sara Dawson
Patient Reviews

People are talking about us

The biggest compliment we receive is when our patients refer their friends and family to Hest Bank Dental Care. In fact, we have built much of our practice on these valued, trusted recommendations over the years. Read our reviews to hear why our patients are recommending us…

Patient reviews

2254 Reviews

5.0

4th July 2025

Excellent dentist, fully explained the procedure before and during the workVery happy with the work done

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Colin Brown

Finely & competent dental care from a very friendly & engaging dental & hygienist team.

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Martyn Fawcett

Brilliant service.

3rd July 2025

Everyone is helpful and professional. The practice is a well maintained and relaxing

3rd July 2025

Friendly staff put you at ease

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Ziah Burton

I had a fantastic experience at Hest Bank Dental Care! I recently went in for a scale and polish, and Emma and Leah were absolutely brilliant. They were both friendly, professional, and made the whole appointment really comfortable and relaxed. What really impressed me was the extra care and attention to detail they took — not just in the cleaning itself, which was incredibly thorough, but also in helping me look after my teeth going forward. Emma took the time to show me the proper cleaning techniques to use at home, which I really appreciated. It made a big difference knowing I was leaving with both cleaner teeth and better knowledge on how to keep them that way. I’m genuinely so happy with the service I received. Thank you, Emma and Leah, for your fantastic work — I’ll definitely be coming back!

28th June 2025

All the staff are helpful and friendly

28th June 2025

Everyone always pleasant and helpful. Very professional.

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D Darling

After a front tooth of mine began to move down and forward I discussed my options with Katie. I had bad gum disease, which never goes away but can be managed. With regular checkups and hygienist visits I have stabilised the condition and so chose to have the tooth extracted and replaced with a sticky bridge. I’m a nervous patient and Katie is very calming and patient. I’m so happy with the results, she has given me a lovely natural smile back, and my confidence.

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Sandra Ann

Excellent dental practice. All the staff are very courteous, knowledgable and helpful.

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Peter Griffin

Hest Bank Dental care are extremely caring and proficient.

26th June 2025

The staff at Hest Bank are brilliant. They are always very welcoming and helpful. Arnie my dentist is the best. He explains everything very clearly and is very kind.

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Peran Ainscliffe

I love going to the dentist anyway, so having my dental hygienist appointment with the fabulous Emma is always a pleasure and never a chore! Her nice nature and warm personality shines through as she examines, cleans and polishes my teeth. Emma provides practical advice and guidance too, to ensure you keep up with great dental hygiene. On my visit, she was supposed by Joanna, who was extremely patient. The pair of them clearly work well together. Great experience all round. Thank you!

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Millie Todd

I couldn’t recommend Sofia enough. She made me feel very at ease and is highly skilled and knowledgeable. Every step of my treatment was explained throughly and Sofia took the time to answer all my questions. Her attention to detail is unmatched! The entire team reflects the same standard of excellence and the practice is modern and clean.

25th June 2025

Very attentive and helpful staff.

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Amanda Askew

I cannot thank you enough!! Arne, Emma and all of the nurses and receptionists at Hest Bank dental. You are all assisting me in helping me get my teeth back to where they should be and also my confidence in returning to the dentist after 8 years! Thank you so much. I would also like to thank you for letting me document it all on TicTok!!

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Nathan North

I highly recommend Hest Bank dental practice, they are always professional and approachable. With good honest preventative advice and quality treatment. The staff seem genuinely happy to work at the practice and are always polite and helpful. It is a very slick operation between hygienist and dentist and I personally can’t speak highly enough about my own dentist Pinar. Keep up the good work guys and continue to enjoy what you do. Thanks Nathan Seward

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Dal

I got treated by Dr. Sofia Dias, she was so professional and quick, i had a broken fixed retainer and she provided the best treatment. Friendly staff as well!

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Chris Smith

Currently using a pseudonym, however the details below are accurate. I have been under Pinar for several years (that sounded way less naughty in my head) and she has often gone out of her way to provide me with excellent service. As an example, she rushed through my denture order so I would have them for my graduation photo. She is always professional yet empathetic and has a warm calming manner. This helps when you are a big scardie cat like me. All procedures are explained in a manner I can understand and Pinar is very patient with my often daft questions. All members of staff I have encountered from dental nurses to reception staff have been nothing less than a delight at every juncture. So thank you to all of the staff for outstanding treatment, and whoever is doing the customer service training, keep doing what you are doing. I would not hesitate in recommending Hest Bank Dental Care to friends and family alike. As you slide down the banister of life May the splinters never point the wrong way Noel

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Absolutely fantastic dentists, the whole team is amazing, my dentist is Pinar and she has managed to take away my anxiety of dental visits completely! Always polite, professional and so friendly. The receptionists are lovely and the waiting area I find very calming. The team at the hygiene suite on the corner are excellent too. Overall I couldn't be happier with the treatment I have recieved, never disappointed.

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