Short Term Orthodontics in Wigan
If you’ve got a special event where a smile is essential or you just want your orthodontic treatment to be finished ASAP, St Raphael’s Dental Practice can offer you brace options that will straighten your teeth in only six months.
St Raphael’s offers modern, fast-acting braces and clear aligners that will allow you to see excellent results in less time than traditional braces.
Simply book a consultation with our Specialist Orthodontist, Dr Puthri Raphy, to learn how short term orthodontic treatments, like self-litigating braces, can be used to improve the appearance of your teeth and transform your smile.
Self-ligating braces – benefits
Self-ligating braces are similar to ‘train track’ braces, but instead of elastic bands, metal clips are used to keep the wire in place to move your teeth to a better position.
These clips are more comfortable than traditional braces and patients benefit from:
- Fewer visits to the orthodontist, as the wires don’t need to be tightened
- Less friction and discomfort on teeth
- No coloured bands or metal ties
- Easier cleaning.
The Damon System
If you want self-litigating braces that are comfortable, easier to clean and more discreet than traditional metal braces, the Damon® System is a great choice.
Damon® braces use very light, ‘shape memory’ titanium wires and a gentler pressure than traditional braces to guide your teeth to their ideal position.
This low friction, short term orthodontic system uses braces made of hard wearing metal or durable clear, ceramic. Both work much faster than traditional braces.

Prices from £2100
Payment plans
If the Damon® System is your preferred treatment, St Raphael’s can help you spread the cost of the braces with interest-free finance plans spread over 12 months or low-cost loans payable over 12-60 months.
To find out more about Short Term Orthodontic treatments with our Specialist Orthodontist, Dr Puthri Raphy or to book a consultation, please call our dedicated orthodontics team on 07449 535789 or our friendly reception team on 01695 627 617
Dr Puthri Raphy
BDS MJDF (RCS) MOrth RCS (Eng) DDSc(Ortho)
Specialist Orthodontist
GDC Registration Number: 145945