Orthodontic practices near Abington
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of Abington; 16 practices within 20. The closest is HIGH STREET DENTAL in Biggar, 12.0 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HIGH STREET DENTALBiggar | 12.0 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| BIGGAR DENTAL PRACTICEBiggar | 12.3 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| LESMAHAGOW DENTALLesmahagow | 13.2 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| LANARK SMILE STUDIOSLanark | 13.7 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| WOODSTOCK DENTALLanark | 13.7 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| WATERLOO DENTAL PRACTICELanark | 14.0 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| MOFFAT DENTAL PRACTICEMoffat | 14.3 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| KIRKMUIRHILL DENTALLesmahagow | 15.5 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Abington with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Biggar, 12.0 miles north-east; the next are Lesmahagow (13.2 miles north-west) and Lanark (13.7 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Biggar | 2 | 12.0 miles north-east |
| Lesmahagow | 2 | 13.2 miles north-west |
| Lanark | 3 | 13.7 miles north |
| Moffat | 1 | 14.3 miles south-east |
| Netherburn | 1 | 16.6 miles north-west |
| Gatelawbridge | 1 | 16.7 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Abington at a Glance
| Nation | Scotland |
|---|---|
| Council area | South Lanarkshire |
| NHS dental services | NHS Lanarkshire |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384 |
| Area type (ONS) | Accessible Rural |
| Deprivation | More deprived than most of Scotland |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within South Lanarkshire | 153rd closest to an orthodontic practice of 154 places in the county (the county median is 0.9 miles) |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Glasgow Dental Hospital, Glasgow — 35 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | HIGH STREET DENTAL, Biggar — 12 miles LESMAHAGOW DENTAL, Lesmahagow — 13 miles LANARK SMILE STUDIOS, Lanark — 14 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 25 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 0 within 10 miles, 16 within 20 miles |
Sources: ONS geography via postcodes.io, Census 2021 (NOMIS), DfE school statistics and Get Information About Schools, OHID Fingertips, UK NHS dental charge schedules and our orthodontic practice register. Distances are straight-line.
Getting orthodontic treatment from Abington
The nearest practice to Abington is HIGH STREET DENTAL in Biggar, 12 miles away. Treatment usually needs a visit every six to ten weeks, so it is worth choosing a practice whose journey you can sustain and asking how many appointments can be combined. 16 practices are within 20 miles.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: The Tooth Doctor (18.2 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 1 of the practices around Abington list clear aligners, the nearest 18.2 miles away.
For NHS treatment, which is free for eligible under-18s and reached by dentist referral rather than by contacting a practice: NHS dental services around Abington are commissioned by NHS Lanarkshire; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is HIGH STREET DENTAL in Biggar, 12 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Glasgow Dental Hospital in Glasgow, about 35 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Abington to HIGH STREET DENTAL is roughly 25 minutes each way. A course of fixed braces typically means 10 to 20 visits (a consultation, the fitting, 7 to 17 adjustments and the removal), which from here comes to about 310 to 620 miles and 8 to 17 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £140 to £280 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 190 to 310 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey.
Orthodontic Treatment In Abington
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Orthodontist in Abington: This page was put together for people in Abington who want more than a generic search result before choosing a treatment route. It is relevant to searches focused on both Abington and the wider South Lanarkshire area.
Practice signals around Abington
There is no orthodontist on our records in Abington itself. The nearest recorded are HIGH STREET DENTAL in Biggar, about 12 miles away; LESMAHAGOW DENTAL, about 13 miles away; and LANARK SMILE STUDIOS, about 14 miles away.
Widen your local search
You can continue browsing related location pages including Crawford, Ladygill, Elvanfoot, Roberton, Crawfordjohn, and Leadhills if you want to compare orthodontic options across a wider local area.
Abington in context
Abington — accessible Rural by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Lanarkshire for NHS dentistry. Abington has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 12 miles away. National deprivation data ranks Abington among Scotland's more deprived areas. The nearest university dental hospital to Abington is Glasgow Dental Hospital, Glasgow, about 35 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Local snapshot of Abington
Heading east for around 3 km brings you to Crawford, the closest linked location.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Abington
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Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Abington
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Frequently Asked Questions in Abington
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Abington often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Abington?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Abington is HIGH STREET DENTAL in Biggar, about 12.0 miles to the north-east. The next closest are BIGGAR DENTAL PRACTICE (12.3 miles) and LESMAHAGOW DENTAL (13.2 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Abington?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Abington, 0 practices within 10 miles and 16 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Biggar, 12.0 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Abington?
The nearest practice to Abington that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is HIGH STREET DENTAL in Biggar, about 12.0 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include BIGGAR DENTAL PRACTICE (12.3 miles) and LESMAHAGOW DENTAL (13.2 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Abington, South Lanarkshire?
Starting with guided photos helps turn general research into a clearer next step reviewed by a clinician.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Abington, South Lanarkshire?
Yes. A case-specific comparison is more useful than a general one, and an online assessment can provide that.