Janice Sommerville

When your kid needs an orthodontist, the district Dental Nurse gives you a list from which to choose one. It’s pretty much a random selection, although I did pull up the websites of a couple (which again, don’t much help with differentiating one from another).
I chose Janice in the end because her website was comprehensive but mainly because of her location which works for us. I’m glad I did because it turns out she’s really good.
When I had orthodontic treatment as a kid in the 80s it involved extractions (in my case 8, yes 8 permanent teeth!) followed by braces, followed by a retainer. Years passed and thousands of (my parents’) dollars were spent.
Our experience with Janice started with photographs and x-​rays followed by a thorough consultation with all the corresponding paperwork explaining the treatment plan and costs. Fees paid upfront get a discount and there are absolutely no hidden costs.
We are now unlucky enough to have all three of our children under Janice’s care but due to the technical advances and undoubtedly Janice’s superior skills, it is looking like only one of our three will actually need braces. That’s not to say we haven’t had to spend money on expanders and retainers but with these alternative interventions we’ve hopefully saved not only heaps of dosh, but also the dreaded metal-​mouth for two thirds of the short people in the house.
I really can’t recommend Janice highly enough; she is surrounded by a fabulous friendly and efficient team, her offices are lovely and her whole business is very kid-​friendly which is important. Nothing is ever too much trouble and all appointments, including unplanned ones for unforeseen hiccups (my daughter’s appliance proved particularly challenging in the early days) are all covered up front. If you need an orthodontist, go here.