Orthodontic practices near Aikers
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of Aikers; 5 practices within 20. The closest is THE BALFOUR in Kirkwall, 12.0 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| THE BALFOURKirkwall | 12.0 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| ORKNEY DENTALKirkwall | 12.5 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| KIRKWALL DENTAL PRACTICEKirkwall | 12.6 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| DAISYBANK CLINICKirkwall | 12.7 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| ORKNEY DENTALStromness | 17.1 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| WICK DENTAL PRACTICEWick | 24.4 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| BRIDGEND HEALTH CARE CENTREThurso | 25.3 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| THE BRIDGES DENTAL CLINICWick | 25.3 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Aikers with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Kirkwall, 12.0 miles north; the next are Stromness (17.1 miles north-west) and Wick (24.4 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Kirkwall | 4 | 12.0 miles north |
| Stromness | 1 | 17.1 miles north-west |
| Wick | 2 | 24.4 miles south |
| Thurso | 3 | 25.3 miles south-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Aikers at a Glance
| Nation | Scotland |
|---|---|
| Council area | Orkney Islands |
| NHS dental services | NHS Orkney |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384 |
| Area type (ONS) | Remote Rural |
| Deprivation | Around the Scotland average |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Orkney Islands | 99th closest to an orthodontic practice of 149 places in the county (the county median is 8.4 miles) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | THE BALFOUR, Kirkwall — 12 miles ORKNEY DENTAL, Stromness — 17 miles WICK DENTAL PRACTICE, Wick — 24 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, 5 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 Aikers
From Aikers the nearest practice is THE BALFOUR in Kirkwall, 12 miles away. A course of braces or aligners involves many appointments, so the length of that journey matters when comparing it with practices further afield. 5 practices are within 20 miles.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Aikers are commissioned by NHS Orkney, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is THE BALFOUR in Kirkwall, 12 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Aikers to THE BALFOUR 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 Aikers
Orkney Islands12 nearby locationsCompare orthodontic care in Aikers
Orthodontist in Aikers: People weighing up braces or aligners in Aikers can use this page to understand the options before making contact with a practice. It can also help if you are comparing treatment across nearby parts of Orkney Islands.
Continue your local research
If you are comparing a wider local area, you can also browse nearby orthodontic location pages such as Saint Margaret's Hope, Newbigging, Widewall, Grimness, Quindry, and Burray Village.
The local picture in Aikers
By ONS classification, Aikers falls under remote Rural. Aikers sits within NHS Orkney for NHS dental commissioning. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Aikers; the nearest is about 12 miles away. National deprivation data puts Aikers close to the Scotland median.
Local treatment availability around Aikers
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Aikers. The nearest we do hold are THE BALFOUR in Kirkwall, about 12 miles away; ORKNEY DENTAL in Stromness, about 17 miles away; and WICK DENTAL PRACTICE, about 24 miles away.
Local snapshot of Aikers
Just around 2 km west, Newbigging is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Aikers
Starting orthodontic treatment in Aikers can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. Knowing what happens at each step — and roughly how long it takes — removes most of the uncertainty. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Aikers
Provision in Aikers varies by practice — it's worth comparing more than one before committing. Aikers's ONS geography type is remote Rural. For NHS dental services, Aikers falls under NHS Orkney. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Aikers; the nearest is about 12 miles away. Aikers's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with Scotland as a whole. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Aikers
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Aikers has the full spectrum of options. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.
Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Aikers
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Aikers — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Aikers. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Aikers
If you are researching orthodontic treatment in and around Aikers, Orkney Islands, these local links help you keep browsing. Other local pages worth browsing include Saint Margaret's Hope, Newbigging, Widewall, Grimness, Quindry, and Burray Village.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Aikers
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Aikers often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Aikers?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Aikers is THE BALFOUR in Kirkwall, about 12.0 miles to the north. The next closest are ORKNEY DENTAL (12.5 miles) and KIRKWALL DENTAL PRACTICE (12.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Aikers?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Aikers, 0 practices within 10 miles and 5 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Kirkwall, 12.0 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Aikers?
The nearest practice to Aikers that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is THE BALFOUR in Kirkwall, about 12.0 miles to the north. Others nearby include ORKNEY DENTAL (12.5 miles) and KIRKWALL DENTAL PRACTICE (12.6 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Aikers, Orkney Islands?
The usual starting point is a short online assessment: upload a few guided photos and a clinician reviews your case remotely.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Aikers, Orkney Islands?
Yes. The most suitable treatment depends on the case, and an assessment can help compare braces and aligners in a more meaningful way.