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Orthodontic practices near Backhill of Goval

On our practice register: 7 practices within 5 miles of Backhill of Goval, 67 practices within 10 and 78 practices within 20. The closest is DYCE DENTAL PRACTICE, 1.8 miles south.

PracticeDistanceNHSBracesAlignersGoogle rating
DYCE DENTAL PRACTICEDyce1.8 miles south✓–––
T/A MINT DENTAL CARE KINGSEATNewmacher2.5 miles north-east✓–––
Old Machar Dental and Implant Centre | Invisalign and Emergency Dentist AberdeenDyce3.6 miles south-east✓–✓4.8 (191 reviews)
OLDMACHAR DENTAL CAREDyce3.7 miles south-east✓–––
GRANDHOLM DENTAL CLINICAberdeen4.4 miles south-east✓–––
NORTHFIELD DENTAL CENTREKingswells4.5 miles south✓–––
WOODSIDE DENTAL PRACTICEAberdeen4.8 miles south-east✓–––
BRIDGE OF DON DENTAL AND AESTHETIC CLINIAberdeen5.1 miles south-east✓–––

✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.

Nearest places to Backhill of Goval with orthodontic practices

The closest town with orthodontic practices is Dyce, 1.8 miles south; the next are Newmacher (2.5 miles north-east) and Aberdeen (4.4 miles south-east).

PlacePracticesNearest
Dyce31.8 miles south
Newmacher12.5 miles north-east
Aberdeen174.4 miles south-east
Kingswells44.5 miles south
Bridge of Don15.2 miles south-east
Cults15.7 miles south

Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.

Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Backhill of Goval

Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Mastrick Smile Care in Aberdeen (4.9 from 213 reviews), 5.2 miles south.

PracticeGoogle ratingDistance
Mastrick Smile CareAberdeen4.9 (213 reviews)5.2 miles south
Gray & Ireland Dental PracticeAberdeen4.9 (183 reviews)6.1 miles south-east
Old Machar Dental and Implant Centre | Invisalign and Emergency Dentist AberdeenDyce4.8 (191 reviews)3.6 miles south-east
Bridge of Don Dental & Aesthetic ClinicBridge of Don4.8 (176 reviews)5.2 miles south-east

Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.

Backhill of Goval at a Glance

NationScotland
Council areaAberdeenshire
NHS dental servicesNHS Grampian
NHS orthodontic chargesFree under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384
Area type (ONS)Accessible Rural
DeprivationLess deprived than most of Scotland
Practices within 5 miles7 practices, more than 74% of towns in Scotland
Access within Aberdeenshire89th closest to an orthodontic practice of 487 places in the county (the county median is 4.3 miles)
Nearest practice compared1.8 miles away, closer than 68% of towns in Scotland
Nearest university dental hospitalAberdeen Dental School, Aberdeen — 6 miles
Nearest orthodontic practicesDYCE DENTAL PRACTICE, Dyce — 2 miles
T/A MINT DENTAL CARE KINGSEAT, Newmacher — 2 miles
GRANDHOLM DENTAL CLINIC, Aberdeen — 4 miles
Practices within 10 and 20 miles67 within 10 miles, 78 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 Backhill of Goval

The nearest practice to Backhill of Goval is DYCE DENTAL PRACTICE, 1.8 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 67 practices, and within 20 there are 78.

Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Bridge of Don Dental & Aesthetic Clinic (5.2 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 6 of the practices around Backhill of Goval list clear aligners, the nearest 3.6 miles away.

If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Backhill of Goval are commissioned by NHS Grampian; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is DYCE DENTAL PRACTICE, 1.8 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Aberdeen Dental School in Aberdeen, about 6 miles away.

Orthodontic Treatment In Backhill of Goval

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Compare braces and clear aligners in Backhill of Goval

Orthodontist in Backhill of Goval: If you are comparing teeth straightening options in Backhill of Goval, this page brings together treatment guidance, local browsing links, and clear next-step information. The information here applies just as well to nearby parts of Aberdeenshire.

Local treatment availability around Backhill of Goval

We hold no orthodontic practice records in Backhill of Goval itself. The nearest recorded are DYCE DENTAL PRACTICE, about 2 miles away; T/A MINT DENTAL CARE KINGSEAT in Newmacher, about 2 miles away; and GRANDHOLM DENTAL CLINIC in Aberdeen, about 4 miles away.

Backhill of Goval in context

Officially, Backhill of Goval is categorised as accessible Rural. NHS Grampian is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Backhill of Goval. With 7 orthodontic practices within five miles, Backhill of Goval is better served than 74% of towns in Scotland. National deprivation data ranks Backhill of Goval among Scotland's less deprived areas. The nearest university dental hospital to Backhill of Goval is Aberdeen Dental School, Aberdeen, about 6 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.

More local pages to browse

If you are comparing a wider local area, you can also browse nearby orthodontic location pages such as Goval, Hill of Goval, Mains of Dyce, Nether Kirkton, Cothall, and Longhills.

Local snapshot of Backhill of Goval

Just under 1 km north, Goval is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.

Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Backhill of Goval

Orthodontic treatment in Backhill of Goval is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.

Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step

Every case in Backhill of Goval follows broadly the same arc; knowing the stages in advance makes the whole thing feel far more manageable.

Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Backhill of Goval

The orthodontic landscape in Backhill of Goval offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.

Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Backhill of Goval

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This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Backhill of Goval. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.

Frequently Asked Questions in Backhill of Goval

Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Backhill of Goval often want to know before getting started.

Where is the nearest orthodontist to Backhill of Goval?

On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Backhill of Goval is DYCE DENTAL PRACTICE, about 1.8 miles to the south. The next closest are T/A MINT DENTAL CARE KINGSEAT (2.5 miles) and Old Machar Dental and Implant Centre | Invisalign and Emergency Dentist Aberdeen (3.6 miles).

How many orthodontic practices are near Backhill of Goval?

Our register has 7 practices within 5 miles of Backhill of Goval, 67 practices within 10 miles and 78 practices within 20 miles.

Is there an NHS orthodontist near Backhill of Goval?

The nearest practice to Backhill of Goval that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is DYCE DENTAL PRACTICE, about 1.8 miles to the south. Others nearby include T/A MINT DENTAL CARE KINGSEAT (2.5 miles) and Old Machar Dental and Implant Centre | Invisalign and Emergency Dentist Aberdeen (3.6 miles).

How do I start orthodontic treatment in Backhill of Goval, Aberdeenshire?

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 Backhill of Goval, Aberdeenshire?

Yes. The most suitable treatment depends on the case, and an assessment can help compare braces and aligners in a more meaningful way.

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TitleBackhill of Goval, Aberdeenshire Orthodontics
PublisherVirtual Consultant Online
Published1 June 2022
Modified10 October 2026
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