NHS Treatment in Anniesland at a Glance
| NHS dental services | NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde |
|---|---|
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384 |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of Scotland |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | FRESH DENTAL & COSMETIC STUDIO, Bearsden — under a mile; 27 within 10 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Glasgow Dental Hospital, Glasgow — about 3 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Large Urban Areas |
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 listing NHS orthodontics near Anniesland
On our practice register: 167 practices within 5 miles of Anniesland, 285 practices within 10 and 417 practices within 20. The closest is FRESH DENTAL & COSMETIC STUDIO in Bearsden, 0.1 miles south-west. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is FRESH DENTAL & COSMETIC STUDIO, 0.1 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FRESH DENTAL & COSMETIC STUDIOBearsden | 0.1 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – |
| Fresh Dental PracticeGlasgow | 0.1 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.1 (108 reviews) |
| Vanguard Dental AnnieslandBearsden | 0.2 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (124 reviews) |
| ANNIESLAND ESSENTIAL DENTAL CAREBearsden | 0.3 miles north | ✓ | – | – |
| DENTISTRY @ JORDANHILLRenfrew | 0.6 miles south | ✓ | – | – |
| BROOMHILL DENTAL PRACTICE LTDRenfrew | 0.7 miles south | ✓ | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Anniesland with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Bearsden, 0.1 miles south-west; the next are Glasgow (0.1 miles south-west) and Renfrew (0.6 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Bearsden | 6 | 0.1 miles south-west |
| Glasgow | 14 | 0.1 miles south-west |
| Renfrew | 6 | 0.6 miles south |
| Clydebank | 1 | 1.8 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Anniesland
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Vanguard Dental Anniesland in Bearsden (4.8 from 124 reviews), 0.2 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Vanguard Dental AnnieslandBearsden | 4.8 (124 reviews) | 0.2 miles west |
| Fresh Dental PracticeGlasgow | 4.1 (108 reviews) | 0.1 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Anniesland, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Centre for Implant Dentistry, 2.4 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is FRESH DENTAL & COSMETIC STUDIO, Bearsden, under a mile away. Referrals go to a practice with an NHS contract. |
| 3. The hospital for complex cases | The nearest university dental hospital is Glasgow Dental Hospital in Glasgow, about 3 miles away. |
| 4. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Anniesland are commissioned by NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde. |
NHS orthodontics is free for eligible under-18s and is reached by referral. Distances are straight-line.
Children's orthodontics in Anniesland covers a spectrum from early monitoring to active interceptive treatment. The aim is to monitor development and intervene at the right time, not to begin treatment immediately. This guide explains the age-7 assessment, interceptive options and NHS access for children.
Children's Orthodontics in Anniesland — Local Context
How quickly you can be seen, and what's on offer, varies between the practices serving Anniesland. Anniesland is classified as large Urban Areas, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde. National deprivation data ranks Anniesland among Scotland's less deprived areas. Anniesland has 167 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 98% of towns in Scotland. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Anniesland is Glasgow Dental Hospital in Glasgow, about 3 miles away. See local practice availability in Anniesland → They typically offer children's assessments and NHS-funded treatment for eligible patients.
NHS orthodontic treatment for eligible children in Anniesland is free, covering all appointments from assessment to retention. Waiting times for NHS orthodontic treatment in Glasgow City differ considerably between practices and can change over time. Private children's orthodontic treatment in Anniesland typically costs between £1,500 and £5,500, depending on case complexity.
The Age-7 Assessment
The British Orthodontic Society recommends an orthodontic assessment by age 7 for children with notable concerns. At age 7, most children have their first permanent molars and incisors, giving an orthodontist enough information to evaluate jaw relationships, arch development, bite patterns, and likely future crowding.
Many children assessed at age 7-8 are placed on a monitoring programme and reviewed annually before active treatment begins at age 11-13. Early assessment in Anniesland doesn't always mean early treatment — but it means the right treatment at the right time.
NHS Treatment for Children in Anniesland
Eligible children under 18 in Anniesland are entitled to NHS orthodontic treatment free of charge. The process starts with a dentist IOTN assessment and formal referral to the local NHS orthodontic service.
NHS waiting times vary — some families in the area wait 12-24 months or longer. Private treatment removes the waiting list and offers ceramic braces and aligner options not available on the NHS.
Frequently Asked Questions — Children in Anniesland
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Anniesland?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Anniesland is FRESH DENTAL & COSMETIC STUDIO in Bearsden, about 0.1 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Fresh Dental Practice (0.1 miles) and Vanguard Dental Anniesland (0.2 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Anniesland?
Our register has 167 practices within 5 miles of Anniesland, 285 practices within 10 miles and 417 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Anniesland?
The nearest practice to Anniesland that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is FRESH DENTAL & COSMETIC STUDIO in Bearsden, about 0.1 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include Fresh Dental Practice (0.1 miles) and Vanguard Dental Anniesland (0.2 miles).
What NHS area is Anniesland in for dental services?
Anniesland sits within NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde for NHS dental commissioning.
What kind of area is Anniesland?
By ONS classification, Anniesland falls under large Urban Areas.
How deprived is Anniesland compared with the rest of Scotland?
By the national deprivation index, Anniesland 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 Anniesland?
Thornwood, Kelvinhaugh, Dowanhill are within easy reach of Anniesland.
What is a space maintainer?
It keeps the gap open where a baby tooth was lost too early, stopping neighbouring teeth drifting in before the adult tooth comes through. Worth asking your child's dentist if one is needed after any early tooth loss.
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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