Orthodontic practices near Auchmaliddie
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Auchmaliddie; 3 practices within 10 and 22 practices within 20. The closest is GC DENTAL MINTLAW, 7.6 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GC DENTAL MINTLAWMintlaw | 7.6 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| SCHOOLHILL DENTAL PRACTICEEllon | 9.8 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| YTHAN BRIDGE DENTAL CENTREEllon | 9.9 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| TURIFF DENTAL PRACTICETurriff | 10.2 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| OLDMELDRUM DENTAL PRACTICEOldmeldrum | 11.7 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| FAITHLIE DENTAL PRACTICEFraserburgh | 15.2 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| BUCHAN BRAES DENTAL CLINICBoddam | 15.4 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| QUEEN STREET DENTAL PRACTICEPeterhead | 15.5 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Auchmaliddie with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Mintlaw, 7.6 miles east; the next are Ellon (9.8 miles south-east) and Turriff (10.2 miles west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Mintlaw | 1 | 7.6 miles east |
| Ellon | 2 | 9.8 miles south-east |
| Turriff | 1 | 10.2 miles west |
| Oldmeldrum | 1 | 11.7 miles south-west |
| Fraserburgh | 4 | 15.2 miles north-east |
| Boddam | 1 | 15.4 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Auchmaliddie at a Glance
| Nation | Scotland |
|---|---|
| Council area | Aberdeenshire |
| NHS dental services | NHS Grampian |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384 |
| Area type (ONS) | Accessible Rural |
| Deprivation | Around the Scotland average |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Aberdeenshire | 417th closest to an orthodontic practice of 487 places in the county (the county median is 4.3 miles) |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Aberdeen Dental School, Aberdeen — 23 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | GC DENTAL MINTLAW, Mintlaw — 8 miles SCHOOLHILL DENTAL PRACTICE, Ellon — 10 miles TURIFF DENTAL PRACTICE, Turriff — 10 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 15 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 3 within 10 miles, 22 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 Auchmaliddie
From Auchmaliddie the nearest practice is GC DENTAL MINTLAW, 7.6 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. Within 10 miles there are 3 practices, and within 20 there are 22.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Bridge of Don Dental & Aesthetic Clinic (22 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 2 of the practices around Auchmaliddie list clear aligners, the nearest 20.8 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 Auchmaliddie are commissioned by NHS Grampian; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is GC DENTAL MINTLAW, 7.6 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Aberdeen Dental School in Aberdeen, about 23 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Auchmaliddie to GC DENTAL MINTLAW is roughly 15 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 200 to 400 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £90 to £180 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 120 to 200 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey.
Orthodontic Treatment In Auchmaliddie
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If you are looking for an orthodontist in Auchmaliddie, this page is designed to help you compare braces, clear aligners, and online assessment options before arranging a visit. It is relevant to searches focused on both Auchmaliddie and the wider Aberdeenshire area.
The local picture in Auchmaliddie
Auchmaliddie's ONS geography type is accessible Rural. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Grampian. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Auchmaliddie; the nearest is about 8 miles away. Auchmaliddie sits close to the Scotland average for deprivation. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Auchmaliddie is about 23 miles from Aberdeen Dental School in Aberdeen.
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Where Auchmaliddie sits locally
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Practice data for Auchmaliddie
There is no orthodontist on our records in Auchmaliddie itself. The closest on record are GC DENTAL MINTLAW, about 8 miles away; SCHOOLHILL DENTAL PRACTICE in Ellon, about 10 miles away; and TURIFF DENTAL PRACTICE in Turriff, about 10 miles away.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Auchmaliddie
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Auchmaliddie often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Auchmaliddie?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Auchmaliddie is GC DENTAL MINTLAW, about 7.6 miles to the east. The next closest are SCHOOLHILL DENTAL PRACTICE (9.8 miles) and YTHAN BRIDGE DENTAL CENTRE (9.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Auchmaliddie?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Auchmaliddie, 3 practices within 10 miles and 22 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Mintlaw, 7.6 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Auchmaliddie?
The nearest practice to Auchmaliddie that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is GC DENTAL MINTLAW, about 7.6 miles to the east. Others nearby include SCHOOLHILL DENTAL PRACTICE (9.8 miles) and YTHAN BRIDGE DENTAL CENTRE (9.9 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Auchmaliddie, Aberdeenshire?
Many patients begin with an online orthodontic assessment so they can understand possible treatment routes before booking an appointment.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Auchmaliddie, Aberdeenshire?
Yes. A case-specific comparison is more useful than a general one, and an online assessment can provide that.