Safe SmilesSafe Smiles is a charity campaign that gives you the very best advice about the safest and most effective way to have dental treatment. For both cosmetic and general dental treatments, always choose a registered dental professional and a licensed practice. It’s the safest way to protect your health and your smile. The campaign About the campaign Safe dentistry Adult orthodontics The basics DIY dangers What to expect at your appointments Tooth whitening The law Beutician FAQs Dental professional FAQs Dental tourism Dental tourism explained The downsides Keeping your mouth safe Sports Accessories Oral Health Foundation Home What are the top reasons to avoid DIY orthodontics? What is DIY orthodontics and why should you avoid getting treatment this way? Dr Jonathan Sandler, President of the British Orthodontic Society, answers these questions and more. Always seek orthodontic treatment from a trained clinician. Manage Cookie Preferences