Costs in Abune-the-Hill at a Glance
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384 |
|---|---|
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of Scotland |
| Nearest practice listing private treatment | None within 30 miles on our register |
| Nearest practice listing payment plans | None within 30 miles on our register |
| Practices on our register | 0 within 5 miles, 0 within 10, 5 within 20 |
| Area type (ONS) | Remote Rural |
| Access within Orkney Islands | 105th closest to a practice of 149 places in the county; the county median is 8.4 miles |
Sources: Census 2021 (NOMIS), DfE Get Information About Schools, ONS geography, UK NHS dental charge schedules and our orthodontic practice register. Distances are straight-line.
Practices near Abune-the-Hill that list payment plans
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of Abune-the-Hill; 5 practices within 20. The closest is ORKNEY DENTAL in Stromness, 12.3 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Finance | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ORKNEY DENTALStromness | 12.3 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| KIRKWALL DENTAL PRACTICEKirkwall | 14.8 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| ORKNEY DENTALKirkwall | 14.8 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| DAISYBANK CLINICKirkwall | 15.0 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| THE BALFOURKirkwall | 15.1 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Abune-the-Hill with practices listing payment plans
The closest town with practices listing payment plans is Stromness, 12.3 miles south; the next are Kirkwall (14.8 miles south-east).
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
What a course costs from Abune-the-Hill, travel included
The fees are typical UK private prices. Travel is added for the journey to ORKNEY DENTAL, the nearest practice on our register (12.3 miles away, about 16 miles by road), at the 45p a mile HMRC rate for every visit there and back.
| Treatment | Typical fee | Visits | Travel | Total from here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Metal braces | £1,500 to £3,500 | 10 to 20 | £145 to £290 | £1,645 to £3,790 |
| Ceramic braces | £2,000 to £4,500 | 10 to 20 | £145 to £290 | £2,145 to £4,790 |
| Lingual braces | £4,000 to £8,000 | 10 to 20 | £145 to £290 | £4,145 to £8,290 |
| Clear aligners | £1,500 to £5,500 | 6 to 10 | £85 to £145 | £1,585 to £5,645 |
| Invisalign | £2,500 to £5,500 | 6 to 10 | £85 to £145 | £2,585 to £5,645 |
Estimates. Fees vary by practice and case, so ask what each quote includes (retainers, refinements, emergency visits). NHS treatment for eligible under-18s is free.
What affects cost near Abune-the-Hill
| Cost factor | Look for | Nearest listing it | Next nearest | Within 20 miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Free first appointment | a free consultation | not mentioned nearby | none other | 0 |
| Monthly payments | payment plans | not mentioned nearby | none other | 0 |
| NHS treatment | NHS orthodontics | ORKNEY DENTAL, Stromness (12.3 miles) | KIRKWALL DENTAL PRACTICE (14.8 miles); ORKNEY DENTAL (14.8 miles) | 5 |
| Private treatment | private fees | not mentioned nearby | none other | 0 |
| Aligner prices to compare | aligners | not mentioned nearby | none other | 0 |
| Brace prices to compare | fixed braces | not mentioned nearby | none other | 0 |
Built from what each practice's own published information mentions, so a missing entry means not mentioned, which does not mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Price is often the deciding factor when choosing orthodontic treatment in Abune-the-Hill. Case complexity, appliance type and inclusions all move the total up or down. A photo assessment helps you gauge likely complexity before comparing quotes.
Cost Context for Abune-the-Hill
Private full fixed brace treatment costs in Abune-the-Hill generally sit between £1,500 and £5,500. Mild-to-moderate crowding or spacing is often suitable for clear aligners, while more complex cases are more commonly recommended fixed braces.
Appointment availability and the range of treatments on offer both vary practice to practice around Abune-the-Hill. Abune-the-Hill's ONS geography type is remote Rural. NHS Orkney is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Abune-the-Hill. People in Abune-the-Hill usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 12 miles away. By national deprivation ranking, Abune-the-Hill sits among the less deprived areas of Scotland. See local practice availability in Abune-the-Hill → Costs can vary significantly between providers — getting two or three quotes and comparing what's included (retainers, refinements, both arches) before committing is strongly recommended.
Orthodontic Payment Plans in Abune-the-Hill
Spreading the cost of orthodontic treatment over monthly payments makes even higher-cost options such as Invisalign or ceramic braces more manageable. Most practices in Abune-the-Hill offer payment plans — ask whether they are 0% interest, what deposit is required, and whether payments continue if treatment takes longer than planned.
NHS treatment is free for eligible under-18s. Adults aged 26 and over who qualify pay 80% of the NHS fee, capped at £384 for a course of treatment.
Orthodontic Price Guide for Abune-the-Hill
Here's how private treatment costs typically stack up in Abune-the-Hill:
| Treatment type | Typical cost range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| NHS metal braces | Free for eligible under-18s | Adults aged 26 and over who qualify pay 80% of the NHS fee, capped at £384 for a course of treatment. |
| Private metal braces | £1,500–£3,500 | No waiting list. Full arch treatment. Retainers included in good practices. |
| Ceramic braces | £2,000–£4,500 | Tooth-coloured brackets. More discreet than metal. Not NHS-available. |
| Clear aligners (non-Invisalign) | £1,500–£4,500 | Wide range by brand and complexity. Confirm refinements and retainers are included. |
| Invisalign Lite | £2,500–£3,500 | Mild cases only. Limited refinements. |
| Invisalign Comprehensive | £3,500–£5,500 | Moderate to complex. Unlimited refinements within treatment cycle. |
| Lingual braces | £4,000–£8,000 | Completely hidden. Highest cost. Fewest providers in Abune-the-Hill. |
These are typical private fee ranges for Abune-the-Hill — individual practices may charge more or less depending on their overheads, location, and clinician experience. Always request a written treatment plan with the full fee itemised before committing.
Finding value in clear aligner treatment in Abune-the-Hill
'Affordable' and 'cheap' are meaningfully different when it comes to aligner treatment in Abune-the-Hill. The key is whether the saving comes from a genuinely simple case or from reduced clinical oversight. A photo assessment first tells you whether a budget option even suits your case.
Affordable Aligner Options in Abune-the-Hill — Local Context
Provision in Abune-the-Hill varies by practice — it's worth comparing more than one before committing. Abune-the-Hill has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 12 miles away. Abune-the-Hill is classified as remote Rural, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Orkney. National deprivation data ranks Abune-the-Hill among Scotland's less deprived areas. Entry-level aligner systems typically start from around £1,500 for suitable mild cases. A clinician-reviewed photo assessment is the most practical way to confirm whether a lower-cost package is genuinely appropriate for your teeth before committing to treatment.
What affects clear aligner cost in Abune-the-Hill?
Clear aligner cost in Abune-the-Hill varies considerably from case to case. Case complexity, number of trays, refinements and aftercare all move the total. What's included matters more than the sticker price when you compare providers.
Aligner Costs in Abune-the-Hill — Local Context
How quickly you can be seen, and what's on offer, varies between the practices serving Abune-the-Hill. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Abune-the-Hill; the nearest is about 12 miles away. Abune-the-Hill's ONS geography type is remote Rural. Abune-the-Hill's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of Scotland. Abune-the-Hill sits within NHS Orkney for NHS dental commissioning. Whether aligners or fixed braces are recommended usually comes down to case complexity rather than personal preference alone. As a guide, private aligner treatment (full course including retainers) in Abune-the-Hill usually ranges from £1,500 to £5,500. A photo-based assessment is a practical first step to establish case complexity before comparing quoted fees.
Frequently Asked Questions — Costs in Abune-the-Hill
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Abune-the-Hill?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Abune-the-Hill is ORKNEY DENTAL in Stromness, about 12.3 miles to the south. The next closest are KIRKWALL DENTAL PRACTICE (14.8 miles) and ORKNEY DENTAL (14.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Abune-the-Hill?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Abune-the-Hill, 0 practices within 10 miles and 5 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Stromness, 12.3 miles away.
Which practices near Abune-the-Hill offer payment plans?
None of the practices within 30 miles mentions finance or monthly payments in its published information, though many offer them on request.
Which NHS body covers Abune-the-Hill for dental care?
Abune-the-Hill sits within NHS Orkney for NHS dental commissioning.
Is Abune-the-Hill rural or urban?
By ONS classification, Abune-the-Hill falls under remote Rural.
How deprived is Abune-the-Hill compared with the rest of Scotland?
By the national deprivation index, Abune-the-Hill is less deprived than most of Scotland. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
Which towns are close to Abune-the-Hill?
Knarston, Greeny, Dounby are within easy reach of Abune-the-Hill.
Does treating both arches cost more?
Yes, both arches costs more than one — some quotes are single-arch only, so confirm exactly what's covered when comparing prices between practices.
Last updated: October 2026, compiled by the Virtual Consultant Online editorial team from our practice register and public data. Information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute clinical advice; it is not reviewed by a clinician. Sources: NHS, General Dental Council. How we compile our information.
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