Can I get replacement clear retainers on the NHS?

NHS orthodontic treatment (braces) is usually free only for under-18s who have a clear clinical need — eligibility is assessed using the IOTN scale, and treatment is generally provided for the more pronounced grade 4 and 5 cases. Adults normally have to pay privately, though treatment can occasionally be approved on health grounds. A first set of retainers is typically included at the end of NHS treatment, but retainers are recommended long-term (often part-time for life), and replacements once your course has finished are not usually covered by the NHS — you would pay for those privately. That is where ordering custom clear retainers online can be a faster, more affordable option, with no dentist appointment needed. If you are still in NHS treatment or unsure about your eligibility, check with your orthodontist.