Invisible braces in Ireland: what they cost and who sells them
Every clear aligner brand that treats patients in Ireland, with its euro price exactly as it states it, what clinics charge for Invisalign, the 20% tax relief, what insurers and the HSE pay, and what the Dental Council says about treatment by post.
Of the brands that treat patients in Ireland and publish a price, Smile Perfect starts lowest: €649 for Smile Perfect Day-Time (single arch, Europe store). Invisalign is priced by each practice (Smiles Dental lists it from €1,889 in Blanchardstown, from €2,696 in Dun Laoghaire, from €2,997 in Wexford (Dublin 1) and from €2,997 in Bath Avenue (Ballsbridge)). Revenue gives 20% tax relief on orthodontic treatment by a dentist, and the HSE treats only children with a severe problem.
The 2 brands you choose yourself, by euro price
Brands that treat patients in Ireland and that you order through the brand, lowest stated euro price first. Each price is the brand's euro price exactly as it states it, opening the page that says so; check which cases a plan covers and what it includes before comparing.
Smile Perfect Day-Time (single arch, Europe store). List price on Smile Perfect's Europe store (smileperfect.eu), in euro; on sale at €449 with a banner code until October 31, 2026. One arch only. The impression kit is €99. The store states no delivery countries and no finance plan.
StraightBox (customers outside the UK). One all-inclusive price for customers outside the UK, charged in euro (£1,790 for UK addresses). In-house plans with no credit check: €719 upfront then €719 two and four months later, or €499 upfront then €219 a month for 8 months. The SmileBox impression kit and personalised plan cost €79; retainers afterwards are an annual plan at €219 a year (€298 in the first year for new retainer wearers). Straight Teeth Direct Europe Ltd is registered in Ireland.
7 systems fitted by Irish dentists and orthodontists
These are prescribed and fitted in person, and each practice sets its own fee. Invisalign: “The cost of straightening your teeth with Invisalign treatment is determined by your Doctor based on your specific needs including duration of treatment and the type of correction you are looking for.” (Invisalign.ie) The HSE: “Private treatment is widely available. The cost of private orthodontic treatment will vary. It depends on the teeth to be moved and how complex the treatment needed is.” (HSE)
| Clinic | Invisalign | Fixed braces |
|---|---|---|
| Blanchardstown | From €1,889 | From €2,480 |
| Dun Laoghaire | From €2,696 | From €2,713 (adults) |
| Wexford (Dublin 1) | From €2,997 | From €2,609 |
| Bath Avenue (Ballsbridge) | From €2,997 | From €4,836 (adults) |
Invisalign at Smiles Dental clinics (Ireland). Invisalign sets no price in Ireland (its Irish site says the doctor determines the cost). Smiles Dental, part of the Bupa Dental Care group, publishes a starting price at each clinic: from €1,889 in Blanchardstown, €2,696 in Dun Laoghaire and €2,997 in Ballsbridge and Dublin 1; it notes prices vary nationwide.
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Tax relief, insurers and the HSE
- Tax relief: Revenue lists “orthodontic treatment (provision of braces and related treatments)” as non-routine dental treatment (Revenue). “You generally receive tax relief for health expenses at your standard rate of tax (20%).” (Revenue) The HSE: “Tax relief on dental treatment is available though the Med2 Scheme. Patients or parents can claim back 20% of the private treatment cost against their income tax.” (HSE)
- Vhi's Dental Plan: “Orthodontics - up to a lifetime maximum of €500” (Vhi), and “There is a 24 month waiting period for all orthodontic treatments” (Vhi).
- Irish Life Health: its add-on pays “Orthodontic benefit: Up to €100 per policy year” (Irish Life Health); its dental plans: “Members must be between the age of 8 and 18 (inclusive) at date of treatment” (Irish Life Health), and they exclude “Orthodontic Treatment for aesthetic or Cosmetic reasons or which is classed as Level 2 and below as per the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need (IOTN)” (Irish Life Health).
- The HSE: “Orthodontic treatment is available for free from the HSE for children who have a severe problem with their bite.” (HSE) “Referrals to the service need to be made before your child is 16 years of age.” (HSE) “Adults who want to have orthodontic treatment should talk to their dentist. Orthodontic treatment is not covered by the medical card.” (HSE)
What Ireland's dental regulator and orthodontists say
At-home aligners are sold in Ireland; what matters is who examines you and who answers for your treatment. In each body's own words:
- The Dental Council. “The Dental Council has recently become aware that a number of manufacturers are providing orthodontic appliances directly to members of the public outside of the dental surgery setting.” (Dental Council) “The Dental Council would like to remind patients that orthodontics is an invasive dental treatment and it is a recognised dental practice. In order to ensure the best possible outcome, your orthodontic treatment is best undertaken under the supervision of a dentist or a specialist orthodontist for the duration of your care.” (Dental Council) “Purchasing an appliance without an appropriate examination or ongoing dental support could compromise your treatment, and possibly your dental health.” (Dental Council) “The Dental Council strongly recommends that patients considering purchasing an appliance directly from a manufacturer discuss their intentions first with their usual dentist to ensure that the planned treatment is appropriate.” (Dental Council)
- Orthodontists. The Orthodontic Society of Ireland, endorsing a European declaration: “Patient self-treatment and exclusive patient remote treatment must therefore be rejected as potentially hazardous to the patient’s health.” (Orthodontic Society of Ireland) “Any treatment of malocclusion requires regular clinical monitoring.” (Orthodontic Society of Ireland) Orthodontics is a registered specialty: “Under the provisions of section 37 (1) of the Act the Council has determined, with the consent of the Minister, that it shall recognise the following specialties for the purpose of specialist registration under the Act: A. Oral Surgery B. Orthodontics” (Dental Council)
- The devices. The Health Products Regulatory Authority: “Medical devices are regulated under Regulation EU 2017/745 on Medical Devices (MDR).” (HPRA) “We are the National Competent Authority responsible for the application of the MDR and IVDR in Ireland.” (HPRA)
Every brand's FDA reports and recalls are on the safety record; how each kind of supervision works: the four ways treatment is supervised.
More ways to compare
Every kind of invisible braces and its cost: invisible braces. Prices in pounds, for Northern Ireland and Great Britain: invisible braces in the UK. Retainers after treatment: retainers. After SmileDirectClub and Byte closed, the at-home brands still selling, country by country: SmileDirectClub alternatives. What happened to SmileDirectClub.
Common questions
How much do invisible braces cost in Ireland?
Among the 2 brands that treat patients in Ireland and that you choose directly, 2 publish a euro price: Smile Perfect €649 and Straight Teeth Direct €2,099. At a dental practice the fee is set by the practice: Smiles Dental lists Invisalign from €1,889 in Blanchardstown, from €2,696 in Dun Laoghaire, from €2,997 in Wexford (Dublin 1) and from €2,997 in Bath Avenue (Ballsbridge). You can claim 20% back as tax relief: “You generally receive tax relief for health expenses at your standard rate of tax (20%).” (Revenue)
What are the cheapest clear aligners in Ireland?
Of the brands that publish a euro price, Smile Perfect starts lowest: €649 for Smile Perfect Day-Time (single arch, Europe store), as it states it. The lowest price is not the whole cost: check which cases it covers, what it includes (the impression kit, refinements, retainers) and how treatment is supervised.
How much does Invisalign cost in Ireland?
Invisalign publishes no Irish price: “The cost of straightening your teeth with Invisalign treatment is determined by your Doctor based on your specific needs including duration of treatment and the type of correction you are looking for.” (Invisalign.ie) One dental group, Smiles Dental, lists Invisalign from €1,889 in Blanchardstown, from €2,696 in Dun Laoghaire, from €2,997 in Wexford (Dublin 1) and from €2,997 in Bath Avenue (Ballsbridge), and notes: “Prices may vary nationwide, please contact your local Smiles Dental clinic for more information.” (Smiles Dental) How Invisalign's fee is built up case by case in the US: Invisalign cost.
Are clear aligners cheaper than braces in Ireland?
Often not by much. Invisalign says: “In most cases, the cost of Invisalign treatment is comparable to the cost of braces. Your doctor will determine the cost of your treatment based on how complex your case is and how many aligners you need.” (Invisalign.ie) At Smiles Dental, fixed braces start from €2,480 in Blanchardstown, from €2,713 (adults) in Dun Laoghaire, from €2,609 in Wexford (Dublin 1) and from €4,836 (adults) in Bath Avenue (Ballsbridge) (the clinic price lists).
Can I get tax relief on clear aligners in Ireland?
Yes, when a dentist treats you. Revenue lists “orthodontic treatment (provision of braces and related treatments)” as non-routine dental treatment (Revenue), and: “You generally receive tax relief for health expenses at your standard rate of tax (20%).” (Revenue) The HSE: “Tax relief on dental treatment is available though the Med2 Scheme. Patients or parents can claim back 20% of the private treatment cost against their income tax.” (HSE)
Does health insurance cover clear aligners in Ireland?
A little, on a dental plan. Vhi's Dental Plan: “Orthodontics - up to a lifetime maximum of €500” (Vhi), with “There is a 24 month waiting period for all orthodontic treatments” (Vhi). Irish Life Health's add-on: “Orthodontic benefit: Up to €100 per policy year” (Irish Life Health); its dental plans exclude “Orthodontic Treatment for aesthetic or Cosmetic reasons or which is classed as Level 2 and below as per the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need (IOTN)” (Irish Life Health).
Does the HSE pay for braces or aligners?
Only for children with a severe problem: “Orthodontic treatment is available for free from the HSE for children who have a severe problem with their bite.” (HSE) “Referrals to the service need to be made before your child is 16 years of age.” (HSE) For adults: “Adults who want to have orthodontic treatment should talk to their dentist. Orthodontic treatment is not covered by the medical card.” (HSE)
Are at-home aligners allowed in Ireland?
They are sold in Ireland, and the Dental Council advises: “The Dental Council would like to remind patients that orthodontics is an invasive dental treatment and it is a recognised dental practice. In order to ensure the best possible outcome, your orthodontic treatment is best undertaken under the supervision of a dentist or a specialist orthodontist for the duration of your care.” (Dental Council) “Purchasing an appliance without an appropriate examination or ongoing dental support could compromise your treatment, and possibly your dental health.” (Dental Council) The Orthodontic Society of Ireland: “Patient self-treatment and exclusive patient remote treatment must therefore be rejected as potentially hazardous to the patient’s health.” (Orthodontic Society of Ireland)
Which clear aligner brands treat patients in Ireland?
9 brands taking new patients say they treat in Ireland. You choose these directly: Smile Perfect and Straight Teeth Direct. These are fitted through a dental practice: Invisalign, ClearCorrect, ClearPath, Dandy Clear Aligners, Nuvola, Orthocaps and Smilers.
Irish prices and sources checked 2026-10-16.