Orthodontic practices near Auchterderran
On our practice register: 12 practices within 5 miles of Auchterderran, 52 practices within 10 and 232 practices within 20. The closest is Breeze Family Dental Care (Cardenden), 0.3 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Breeze Family Dental Care (Cardenden)Cardenden | 0.3 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (82 reviews) |
| BREEZE FAMILY DENTAL CARDENDENCardenden | 0.3 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| ROSEWELL DENTAL CLINICBallingry | 2.2 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| CANMORE DENTAL LOCHGELLYLochgelly | 2.3 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| TEMPLEHALL DENTAL PRACTICEKirkcaldy | 3.7 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| BREEZE FAMILY DENTAL COWDENBEATHCowdenbeath | 3.9 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| LESLIE MEADOWS DENTAL CARELeslie | 4.0 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| SALTIRE DENTAL PRACTICEGlenrothes | 4.3 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Auchterderran with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Cardenden, 0.3 miles south-east; the next are Ballingry (2.2 miles west) and Lochgelly (2.3 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Cardenden | 2 | 0.3 miles south-east |
| Ballingry | 1 | 2.2 miles west |
| Lochgelly | 1 | 2.3 miles south-west |
| Kirkcaldy | 6 | 3.7 miles south-east |
| Cowdenbeath | 1 | 3.9 miles south-west |
| Leslie | 1 | 4.0 miles north-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Auchterderran
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is International Smiles in Burntisland (5.0 from 29 reviews), 6.4 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| International SmilesBurntisland | 5.0 (29 reviews) | 6.4 miles south |
| Kelty Dental PracticeKelty | 4.9 (282 reviews) | 4.4 miles west |
| Breeze Family Dental Care (Cardenden)Cardenden | 4.9 (82 reviews) | 0.3 miles south-east |
| Balbirnie Oral Care LtdGlenrothes | 4.6 (11 reviews) | 5.2 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Auchterderran at a Glance
| Nation | Scotland |
|---|---|
| Council area | Fife |
| NHS dental services | NHS Fife |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384 |
| Area type (ONS) | Accessible Small Towns |
| Deprivation | Around the Scotland average |
| Practices within 5 miles | 12 practices, more than 78% of towns in Scotland |
| Access within Fife | 30th closest to an orthodontic practice of 229 places in the county (the county median is 1.5 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.3 miles away, closer than 90% of towns in Scotland |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Dundee Dental Hospital, Dundee — 24 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Breeze Family Dental Care (Cardenden), Cardenden — under a mile ROSEWELL DENTAL CLINIC, Ballingry — 2 miles CANMORE DENTAL LOCHGELLY, Lochgelly — 2 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 52 within 10 miles, 232 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 Auchterderran
Auchterderran has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Breeze Family Dental Care (Cardenden) is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 52 practices, and within 20 there are 232.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: 1 of the practices around Auchterderran list clear aligners, the nearest 4.4 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 Auchterderran are commissioned by NHS Fife; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is BREEZE FAMILY DENTAL CARDENDEN, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee, about 24 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Auchterderran
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Facts about Auchterderran
Just around 1 km south-east, Cardenden is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
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Practice data for Auchterderran
There is no orthodontist on our records in Auchterderran itself. The nearest recorded are Breeze Family Dental Care (Cardenden), under a mile away; ROSEWELL DENTAL CLINIC in Ballingry, about 2 miles away; and CANMORE DENTAL LOCHGELLY, about 2 miles away.
The local picture in Auchterderran
ONS classifies Auchterderran as accessible Small Towns. For NHS dental services, Auchterderran falls under NHS Fife. Auchterderran has 12 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 78% of towns in Scotland. By national deprivation ranking, Auchterderran is roughly mid-table for Scotland. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Auchterderran is Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee, about 24 miles away.
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Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
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Areas We Cover Around Auchterderran
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Frequently Asked Questions in Auchterderran
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Auchterderran often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Auchterderran?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Auchterderran is Breeze Family Dental Care (Cardenden), about 0.3 miles to the south-east. The next closest are BREEZE FAMILY DENTAL CARDENDEN (0.3 miles) and ROSEWELL DENTAL CLINIC (2.2 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Auchterderran?
Our register has 12 practices within 5 miles of Auchterderran, 52 practices within 10 miles and 232 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Auchterderran?
The nearest practice to Auchterderran that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is BREEZE FAMILY DENTAL CARDENDEN, about 0.3 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include ROSEWELL DENTAL CLINIC (2.2 miles) and CANMORE DENTAL LOCHGELLY (2.3 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Auchterderran, Fife?
A practical first step is to upload guided photos online so a clinician can review your teeth, bite, and alignment concerns before you arrange a visit.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Auchterderran, Fife?
Yes. A case-specific comparison is more useful than a general one, and an online assessment can provide that.