Orthodontic practices near Backmuir of Pitfirrane
On our practice register: 24 practices within 5 miles of Backmuir of Pitfirrane, 47 practices within 10 and 270 practices within 20. The closest is CHONG KWAN 6A HIGH STR in Dunfermline, 1.9 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CHONG KWAN 6A HIGH STRDunfermline | 1.9 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Mrs Shilan Jaf - Dental SurgeryDunfermline | 1.9 miles east | – | – | – | 5.0 (5 reviews) |
| EAST WING SURGERYDunfermline | 1.9 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| THE WEST WINGDunfermline | 1.9 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Canmore Dental PracticeDunfermline | 2.0 miles east | ✓ | – | – | 4.3 (18 reviews) |
| CANMORE DENTAL DUNFERMLINEDunfermline | 2.0 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| M-Brace OrthodonticsDunfermline | 2.0 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (19 reviews) |
| LORNE HOUSE PRACTICE LTDDunfermline | 2.1 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Backmuir of Pitfirrane with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Dunfermline, 1.9 miles east; the next are Carnock (2.2 miles west) and High Valleyfield (3.6 miles west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Dunfermline | 18 | 1.9 miles east |
| Carnock | 1 | 2.2 miles west |
| High Valleyfield | 1 | 3.6 miles west |
| Crossgates | 1 | 4.1 miles east |
| Rosyth | 3 | 4.3 miles south-east |
| Inverkeithing | 1 | 5.5 miles south-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Backmuir of Pitfirrane
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is The Linden Tree Dental Lounge in Dunfermline (5.0 from 279 reviews), 4.4 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Linden Tree Dental LoungeDunfermline | 5.0 (279 reviews) | 4.4 miles south-east |
| Dentistry @ No 3Dunfermline | 4.9 (579 reviews) | 2.2 miles east |
| Kelty Dental PracticeKelty | 4.9 (282 reviews) | 6.2 miles north-east |
| Comely Park Dental Practice Dentist DunfermlineDunfermline | 4.8 (40 reviews) | 2.3 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Backmuir of Pitfirrane 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 Rural |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of Scotland |
| Practices within 5 miles | 24 practices, more than 86% of towns in Scotland |
| Access within Fife | 130th closest to an orthodontic practice of 229 places in the county (the county median is 1.5 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 1.9 miles away, closer than 67% of towns in Scotland |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Glasgow Dental Hospital, Glasgow — 33 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | CHONG KWAN 6A HIGH STR, Dunfermline — 2 miles OAKLEY DENTAL PRACTICE, Carnock — 2 miles HIGH VALLEYFIELD DENTAL CLINIC, High Valleyfield — 4 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 47 within 10 miles, 270 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 Backmuir of Pitfirrane
The nearest practice to Backmuir of Pitfirrane is CHONG KWAN 6A HIGH STR in Dunfermline, 1.9 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 47 practices, and within 20 there are 270.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: M-Brace Orthodontics (2 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 4 of the practices around Backmuir of Pitfirrane list clear aligners, the nearest 2 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Backmuir of Pitfirrane are commissioned by NHS Fife; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is CHONG KWAN 6A HIGH STR in Dunfermline, 1.9 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Glasgow Dental Hospital in Glasgow, about 33 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Backmuir of Pitfirrane
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Orthodontist in Backmuir of Pitfirrane: This page is built to support early-stage orthodontic research for people looking at treatment options in Backmuir of Pitfirrane. It is also useful for patients researching treatment across Fife and the surrounding area.
More local pages to browse
If distance is not a limiting factor, you may also want to browse pages for Milesmark, Gowkhall, Parkneuk, Crossford, Carnock, and Rumblingwell.
Backmuir of Pitfirrane in context
Backmuir of Pitfirrane's ONS geography type is accessible Rural. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Fife. With 24 orthodontic practices within five miles, Backmuir of Pitfirrane is better served than 86% of towns in Scotland. By national deprivation ranking, Backmuir of Pitfirrane sits among the less deprived areas of Scotland. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Backmuir of Pitfirrane is Glasgow Dental Hospital in Glasgow, about 33 miles away.
Local provider signals in Backmuir of Pitfirrane
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Backmuir of Pitfirrane. The closest on record are CHONG KWAN 6A HIGH STR in Dunfermline, about 2 miles away; OAKLEY DENTAL PRACTICE in Carnock, about 2 miles away; and HIGH VALLEYFIELD DENTAL CLINIC, about 4 miles away.
Facts about Backmuir of Pitfirrane
Just under 1 km east, Milesmark is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Backmuir of Pitfirrane
Orthodontic treatment in Backmuir of Pitfirrane 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.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Backmuir of Pitfirrane
Practices serving Backmuir of Pitfirrane differ in what they offer, from brace type to appointment availability. By ONS classification, Backmuir of Pitfirrane falls under accessible Rural. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Fife. Backmuir of Pitfirrane has 24 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 86% of towns in Scotland. Backmuir of Pitfirrane falls in a less deprived area than most of Scotland. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Backmuir of Pitfirrane is about 33 miles from Glasgow Dental Hospital in Glasgow. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
Orthodontic Treatments in Backmuir of Pitfirrane
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Backmuir of Pitfirrane has the full spectrum of options. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
Treatment Options in Backmuir of Pitfirrane — Local Context
How quickly you can be seen, and what's on offer, varies between the practices serving Backmuir of Pitfirrane. Backmuir of Pitfirrane is classified as accessible Rural, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Fife. With 24 orthodontic practices within five miles, Backmuir of Pitfirrane is better served than 86% of towns in Scotland. National deprivation data ranks Backmuir of Pitfirrane among Scotland's less deprived areas. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Backmuir of Pitfirrane is about 33 miles from Glasgow Dental Hospital in Glasgow. There is no orthodontist on our records in Backmuir of Pitfirrane itself. The nearest we do hold are CHONG KWAN 6A HIGH STR in Dunfermline, about 2 miles away; OAKLEY DENTAL PRACTICE in Carnock, about 2 miles away; and HIGH VALLEYFIELD DENTAL CLINIC, about 4 miles away. Whether aligners or fixed braces are recommended usually comes down to case complexity rather than personal preference alone.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Backmuir of Pitfirrane. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Backmuir of Pitfirrane
This section is aimed at people whose search for treatment isn't limited to Backmuir of Pitfirrane, Fife alone. For a broader comparison, pages for Milesmark, Gowkhall, Parkneuk, Crossford, Carnock, and Rumblingwell follow the same format.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Backmuir of Pitfirrane
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Backmuir of Pitfirrane often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Backmuir of Pitfirrane?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Backmuir of Pitfirrane is CHONG KWAN 6A HIGH STR in Dunfermline, about 1.9 miles to the east. The next closest are Mrs Shilan Jaf - Dental Surgery (1.9 miles) and EAST WING SURGERY (1.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Backmuir of Pitfirrane?
Our register has 24 practices within 5 miles of Backmuir of Pitfirrane, 47 practices within 10 miles and 270 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Backmuir of Pitfirrane?
The nearest practice to Backmuir of Pitfirrane that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is CHONG KWAN 6A HIGH STR in Dunfermline, about 1.9 miles to the east. Others nearby include EAST WING SURGERY (1.9 miles) and THE WEST WING (1.9 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Backmuir of Pitfirrane, Fife?
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 Backmuir of Pitfirrane, Fife?
Yes. Comparing the two properly usually means having someone assess your bite and alignment first.