Orthodontic practices near Backaland
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of Backaland; 4 practices within 20. The closest is DAISYBANK CLINIC in Kirkwall, 13.8 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DAISYBANK CLINICKirkwall | 13.8 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| KIRKWALL DENTAL PRACTICEKirkwall | 14.1 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| ORKNEY DENTALKirkwall | 14.2 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| THE BALFOURKirkwall | 14.6 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| ORKNEY DENTALStromness | 23.1 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Backaland with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Kirkwall, 13.8 miles south-west; the next are Stromness (23.1 miles south-west).
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Backaland 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 | 113th closest to an orthodontic practice of 149 places in the county (the county median is 8.4 miles) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | DAISYBANK CLINIC, Kirkwall — 14 miles ORKNEY DENTAL, Stromness — 23 miles BRIDGEND HEALTH CARE CENTRE, Thurso — 48 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 30 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 0 within 10 miles, 4 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 Backaland
From Backaland the nearest practice is DAISYBANK CLINIC in Kirkwall, 13.8 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. 4 practices are within 20 miles.
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 Backaland are commissioned by NHS Orkney, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is DAISYBANK CLINIC in Kirkwall, 13.8 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Backaland to DAISYBANK CLINIC is roughly 30 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 360 to 720 miles and 10 to 20 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £160 to £325 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 220 to 360 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey.
Orthodontic Treatment In Backaland
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Orthodontist in Backaland: People exploring braces and clear aligners in Backaland often want a better starting point than a generic directory result. It is a useful starting point whether you search from Backaland or another part of Orkney Islands.
Facts about Backaland
Just around 2 km south-east, Veness is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
Useful local orthodontic context for Backaland
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Backaland. The nearest we do hold are DAISYBANK CLINIC in Kirkwall, about 14 miles away; ORKNEY DENTAL in Stromness, about 23 miles away; and BRIDGEND HEALTH CARE CENTRE in Thurso, about 48 miles away.
More local pages to browse
You can also compare treatment pages for Veness, Guith, Mill Bay, Cusbay, Calfsound, and Burroughston if you are weighing up more than one location.
Backaland in context
Officially, Backaland is categorised as remote Rural. Backaland sits within NHS Orkney for NHS dental commissioning. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Backaland; the nearest is about 14 miles away. Backaland sits close to the Scotland average for deprivation.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Backaland
The orthodontic landscape in Backaland offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.
Which Treatment Is Right for You?
Start with a consultation — most orthodontists in Backaland offer a free or low-cost initial assessment. Avoid choosing treatment based on advertising before understanding what your teeth actually need. If discretion is your top priority, aligners or ceramic/lingual braces are the shortlist. If budget is primary and you meet NHS criteria, metal braces deliver excellent outcomes at minimal cost.
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Backaland
Orthodontic treatment in Backaland is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. Knowing what happens at each step — and roughly how long it takes — removes most of the uncertainty. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.
Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
Every case in Backaland follows broadly the same arc; knowing the stages in advance makes the whole thing feel far more manageable.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Backaland. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Backaland
If Backaland, Orkney Islands is just one of several areas you're considering, this section can help with the rest. If you're still deciding, related pages for Veness, Guith, Mill Bay, Cusbay, Calfsound, and Burroughston may help.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Backaland
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Backaland often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Backaland?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Backaland is DAISYBANK CLINIC in Kirkwall, about 13.8 miles to the south-west. The next closest are KIRKWALL DENTAL PRACTICE (14.1 miles) and ORKNEY DENTAL (14.2 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Backaland?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Backaland, 0 practices within 10 miles and 4 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Kirkwall, 13.8 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Backaland?
The nearest practice to Backaland that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is DAISYBANK CLINIC in Kirkwall, about 13.8 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include KIRKWALL DENTAL PRACTICE (14.1 miles) and ORKNEY DENTAL (14.2 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Backaland, Orkney Islands?
Most patients start by uploading photos rather than booking a first consultation blind, which helps set expectations early.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Backaland, Orkney Islands?
Yes. A guided assessment can help turn a general comparison into advice that is more relevant to your situation.