Retainers in Allardice at a Glance
| Nearest practice listing retainers | Abercrombie Smile Design and Abercrombie Orthodontics, Westhill — 20.3 miles |
|---|---|
| Nearest practice with emergency care | None within 30 miles on our register |
| Nearest practice open evenings or weekends | Portlethen Dental Care, Portlethen — 15.3 miles |
| Practices on our register | 0 within 5 miles, 4 within 10, 23 within 20 |
| Area type (ONS) | Accessible Rural |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of Scotland |
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 Allardice listing retainers
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Allardice; 4 practices within 10 and 23 practices within 20. The closest is ARDUTHIE DENTAL PRACTICE in Stonehaven, 7.8 miles north. Few practices near here list retainers in their published information, so this lists the nearest of any kind.
| Practice | Distance | Retainers | Emergency care | Evenings or weekends | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ARDUTHIE DENTAL PRACTICEStonehaven | 7.8 miles north | – | – | – | – |
| MARKET SQUARE DENTAL PRACTICEStonehaven | 7.9 miles north-east | – | – | – | – |
| STONEHAVEN DENTAL PRACTICEStonehaven | 7.9 miles north-east | – | – | – | – |
| C. A. GARDENStonehaven | 8.0 miles north-east | – | – | – | – |
| LINKS LODGE DENTAL PRACTICEMontrose | 11.9 miles south-west | – | – | – | – |
| 53 JOHN STREETMontrose | 11.9 miles south-west | – | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Allardice with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Stonehaven, 7.8 miles north; the next are Montrose (11.9 miles south-west) and Banchory (15.0 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Stonehaven | 4 | 7.8 miles north |
| Montrose | 3 | 11.9 miles south-west |
| Banchory | 2 | 15.0 miles north-west |
| Portlethen | 1 | 15.3 miles north-east |
| Brechin | 2 | 16.2 miles south-west |
| Peterculter | 1 | 16.3 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Retainers near Allardice
| What you may need | Look for | Nearest listing it | Next nearest | Within 20 miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Retainers | retainers | Abercrombie Smile Design and Abercrombie Orthodontics, Westhill (20.3 miles) | none other | 0 |
| Urgent repairs | emergency care | not mentioned nearby | none other | 0 |
| Visits outside working hours | evening or weekend opening | Portlethen Dental Care (15.3 miles) | Holburn Dental and Implant Centre (19.6 miles); Abercrombie Smile Design and Abercrombie Orthodontics (20.3 miles) | 2 |
| A fresh scan for a new retainer | digital scanning | Holburn Dental and Implant Centre, Aberdeen (19.6 miles) | Andrew Scott Dental Care (20.4 miles) | 1 |
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.
Retainers are the final — and permanent — phase of any orthodontic treatment. Relapse begins quickly once active treatment stops, which is why retention never truly ends. How diligently they're worn is what determines how long your Allardice treatment result lasts.
Types of Retainer Available in Allardice
Fixed (bonded) retainers are the set-and-forget option — a hidden wire fixed behind the incisors that never relies on you remembering to wear it. They do demand a bit more care at brushing time to avoid plaque around the wire.
Essix retainers are clear thermoplastic trays much like aligners, removed for eating and cleaning. They're discreet and comfortable but can warp with heat and typically need replacing every 1–3 years.
Hawley retainers are the classic removable retainer: robust, adjustable, and long-lived, with the only real downside being that the front wire is visible when in.
Many orthodontists in Allardice now provide both a fixed wire for continuous protection and a removable Essix tray for overnight use, combining the strengths of each.
Retainer Services in Allardice
Provision in Allardice varies by practice — it's worth comparing more than one before committing. By ONS classification, Allardice falls under accessible Rural. NHS dental commissioning in Allardice falls under NHS Grampian. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Allardice; the nearest is about 8 miles away. By national deprivation ranking, Allardice sits among the less deprived areas of Scotland. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Allardice is Aberdeen Dental School in Aberdeen, about 22 miles away. See local practice availability in Allardice → They typically offer retainer fitting, replacement, and emergency repair appointments.
As a guide, private replacement Essix retainers (per arch) in Allardice usually ranges from £80 to £150. Most practices can fabricate a replacement from a new scan or impression within a few working days. If you have moved away from your original treating practice, any orthodontic or dental practice in Allardice can usually provide replacement retainers.
How Long Do You Need to Wear Retainers?
Guidance has shifted in recent years: removable retainers are now recommended indefinitely — full-time for the first 3–6 months, then nights only, then several nights a week for life. The old 'stop after two years' advice caused many relapses.
Fixed bonded retainers stay in place permanently unless they break, needing no daily decision — which makes them the most reliable long-term method.
A retainer that no longer seats is a warning sign — get it checked promptly. Catching movement early usually means a fresh retainer, not a full course of retreatment.
Post-Brace Care in Allardice
Post-treatment aftercare is arguably the most important phase of orthodontic treatment in Allardice. Many patients are surprised how much goes into keeping teeth exactly where treatment left them. Below we walk through the de-bond, retainers, whitening timing and long-term check-ups.
Aftercare Services in Allardice
Not every practice near Allardice offers the same treatments, so it's worth checking what each one covers. Allardice is classified as accessible Rural, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Grampian. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Allardice; the nearest is about 8 miles away. Allardice's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of Scotland. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Allardice is about 22 miles from Aberdeen Dental School in Aberdeen. They typically offer post-treatment services including retainer fitting, replacement, and professional whitening.
Frequently Asked Questions — Retainers in Allardice
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Allardice?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Allardice is ARDUTHIE DENTAL PRACTICE in Stonehaven, about 7.8 miles to the north. The next closest are MARKET SQUARE DENTAL PRACTICE (7.9 miles) and STONEHAVEN DENTAL PRACTICE (7.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Allardice?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Allardice, 4 practices within 10 miles and 23 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Stonehaven, 7.8 miles away.
Where can I get a retainer near Allardice?
The nearest practice to Allardice that lists retainers is Abercrombie Smile Design and Abercrombie Orthodontics in Westhill, about 20.3 miles to the north.
Who commissions NHS dentistry in Allardice?
NHS dental commissioning in Allardice falls under NHS Grampian.
Is Allardice rural or urban?
By ONS classification, Allardice falls under accessible Rural.
How deprived is Allardice compared with the rest of Scotland?
By the national deprivation index, Allardice is less deprived than most of Scotland. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
What towns are near Allardice?
Johnshaven, Fiddes, Benholm are within easy reach of Allardice.
How much does a replacement retainer cost?
Essix replacements typically run £80-£150 per arch, Hawley retainers £150-£250 but last longer, and rebonding a fixed wire is usually £50-£150. Prices vary by practice, so it's worth getting a quote locally.
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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