Is Station House Dental Care accepting new patients?

Yes. Station House Dental Care in Barnoldswick BB18 5DW is accepting new private patients. Book online at stationhousedentalcare.com or call 01282 965286.

What are the opening hours?

Mon–Fri 8:30am–5:30pm · Sat 9am–2pm. Closed Sunday. Same-day emergency appointments are available Monday to Saturday when booked early in the day.

Where is the practice located?

Station House Dental Care is at Fernlea Avenue, Barnoldswick, Lancashire BB18 5DW. Free on-street parking directly outside. Step-free access to reception.

What is the £40 Smile Consultation?

The £40 Smile Consultation is a dedicated cosmetic consultation covering composite bonding, veneers, clear aligners/Invisalign, dental implants and teeth whitening. It includes full examination, digital X-rays and a written treatment plan. The £40 is redeemable against treatment and must be booked online via the website.

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How Long Does Invisalign Take?

Dr Sarah Metias BDS (University of Sheffield, UK) · MJDF RCS England · GDC 114267
Principal Dentist, Station House Dental Care · View profile →

Invisalign treatment typically takes 5-18 months, depending on the complexity of your case. Mild crowding can be resolved in as little as 5-6 months.

Treatment Times by Complexity

Mild cases (minor crowding, small gaps): 5-8 months. Moderate cases: 8-14 months. Complex cases: 14-18 months. Your Invisalign consultation includes a 3D digital scan showing the predicted timeline and result.

What Affects Speed

Wearing aligners 20-22 hours daily is critical. Compliance directly affects treatment time. Skipping aligners or wearing them less than recommended extends treatment significantly.

A Note from Dr Sarah Metias, Principal Dentist

At Station House, the cases I complete fastest are patients who wear their aligners for a full 22 hours a day without exception. The cases that overrun are almost always compliance-related — aligners left out during meals that turn into hours. I'm direct with patients from the start: Invisalign is predictable, but it only works while it's in your mouth. For mild crowding presenting to our Barnoldswick practice, 5–9 months is a realistic expectation. Complex cases involving significant rotations or spacing take longer, and I set that expectation clearly at the first appointment.

Key Statistics

Metric	Figure	Source
Average Invisalign treatment time (mild cases)	6–9 months	Invisalign clinical data UK 2024
Average treatment time (moderate cases)	12–18 months	Invisalign provider data
Patients who extend beyond estimated timeline due to compliance issues	23%	Invisalign outcome data
Aligner wear time required per day for on-track treatment	22 hours	Invisalign manufacturer guidance
Treatment time reduction with high compliance (22+ hours/day)	up to 20%	vs average wear compliance

Clinical Evidence & References

Ke Y et al. (2019). "A comparison of treatment effectiveness between clear aligner and fixed appliance therapies." BMC Oral Health, 19(1), 2.
Align Technology clinical data — Average treatment duration (invisalign.co.uk)
Cochrane Review — Orthodontic treatment for prominent upper front teeth (doi.org/10.1002/14651858)
NICE — Orthodontic referral guidelines

Clinically Reviewed by Dr Sarah Metias

BDS Sheffield, MJDF RCS England, GDC 114267

Dr Metias is the Principal Dentist at Station House Dental Care with 19 years of clinical experience. She holds the Membership of the Joint Dental Faculties from the Royal College of Surgeons — a postgraduate qualification from the Royal College of Surgeons of England. View full profile →

Published: February 2026 · Last reviewed: April 2026

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Editorial policy: All clinical content on this site is written or reviewed by a GDC-registered dentist with relevant postgraduate qualifications. We update clinical guidance when new evidence emerges. This page was last reviewed in April 2026. For personalised advice, book a consultation — online information cannot replace a clinical examination.

What Affects Your Invisalign Timeline

Several clinical factors determine treatment length. Case complexity is the primary variable — mild spacing or crowding resolves faster than significant bite correction. Compliance is the most controllable factor: patients who achieve 22 hours of daily wear consistently complete treatment within the estimated ClinCheck timeline, while those averaging 18-20 hours typically extend by 20-30%. Attachment placement also matters — these small composite bumps bonded to certain teeth help aligners engage difficult tooth movements, and their positioning is planned precisely by the ClinCheck software. If any movements are incomplete at the end of the planned series, Invisalign refinements — additional aligner trays — are produced at no extra cost within the treatment plan. Most cases include one set of refinements as standard. At Station House, Dr Metias reviews progress at every 6-8 week appointment, identifies any compliance or movement concerns early, and adjusts the plan before a delay compounds.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I book an appointment at Station House Dental Care?

You can book online through our website at any time, or call us on 01282 965286 during opening hours (Mon–Fri 8:30am–5:30pm · Sat 9am–2pm). For cosmetic treatments, please use the £40 Smile Consultation booking system on the website. For routine check-ups, emergency appointments, and all other bookings, please call the practice directly.

What areas does Station House Dental Care serve?

We serve patients from Barnoldswick, Earby, Kelbrook, Foulridge, Colne, Nelson, Burnley, Padiham, Clitheroe, Skipton, Keighley, Accrington, Blackburn, Great Harwood, Haworth, Whalley, Sabden, and surrounding villages in Pendle, the Ribble Valley, Craven and West Yorkshire. We regularly see patients who have travelled from further afield for specialist treatments like dental implants and Invisalign.

Is Station House Dental Care a private or NHS practice?

Station House Dental Care is a fully private dental practice. We offer affordable monthly dental plans starting from £20.35/month (Essentials plan) which include two annual check-ups, hygienist visits, and 15% off all further treatments. Our dental plans are often more cost-effective than pay-as-you-go for patients attending regularly. For NHS dental care, please visit NHS Find a Dentist.

What are your payment and finance options?

We accept cash, debit card, credit card, and bank transfer. For larger treatments, we offer 0% interest-free finance over 6 or 10 months through V12 Finance, subject to status. Extended payment plans with low interest are also available. We provide a full written quote before any treatment begins, so there are no surprises — you know exactly what you are committing to.

How is Station House Dental Care regulated?

Station House Dental Care is regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), the independent regulator of health and social care in England. All our clinicians are registered with the General Dental Council (GDC) — you can verify any clinician's registration on the GDC public register. Principal Dentist Dr Sarah Metias is GDC 114267. We follow all current GDC standards for clinical practice, patient communication, and record-keeping.