We currently have a waiting list of 6 months which is likely to increase to 12-18months. This is partly because we provide an excellent orthodontic service and are in high demand but also because a number of our specialist clinical staff are pregnant, including our two orthodontists, Dr Christine and Dr Nessa. In order to facilitate some temporary time with our families, we have to reduce the number of new patients that we see. While there will be locum cover in place for maternity cover, this will be primarily for patients who are already in treatment.  

When we return to seeing new patients, we will triage the patients on the waiting list and prioritise children and teenagers. You should be aware that achieving optimal results with the least invasive treatment is time dependent and therefore when we return it is important that we prioritise children and teenagers. Adults unfortunately will have to wait a little longer to be seen. 

While I understand frustration with this situation, I am asking all patients to please be kind and courteous to all our staff members when communicating with them. We are all doing our best in this challenging situation. 

I am also actively looking to recruit another specialist orthodontist to our team and if this happens, this will dramatically reduce waiting time. 

Dr Christine Smith

Principal Specialist Orthodontics and Owner of Navan Orthodontics.