Costs in Backmuir at a Glance
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384 |
|---|---|
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of Scotland |
| Nearest practice listing private treatment | Kingsway Dental Practice, Dundee — 3.1 miles; 9 within 10 miles |
| Nearest practice listing payment plans | Kingsway Dental Practice, Dundee — 3.1 miles; 2 within 10 miles |
| Practices on our register | 34 within 5 miles, 45 within 10, 65 within 20 |
| Area type (ONS) | Accessible Rural |
| Access within Angus | 43rd closest to a practice of 168 places in the county; the county median is 3.5 miles |
Sources: Census 2021 (NOMIS), DfE Get Information About Schools, ONS geography, UK NHS dental charge schedules and our orthodontic practice register. Distances are straight-line.
Practices near Backmuir that list payment plans
On our practice register: 34 practices within 5 miles of Backmuir, 45 practices within 10 and 65 practices within 20. The closest is WHITFIELD DENTAL CARE in Dundee, 2.1 miles south. The nearest that mentions finance or monthly payments is Kingsway Dental Practice, 3.1 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Finance | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WHITFIELD DENTAL CAREDundee | 2.1 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Kingsway Dental PracticeDundee | 3.1 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 3.2 (14 reviews) |
| 143 KINGSWAY EASTDundee | 3.1 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| PANMURE DENTAL CAREMonifieth | 3.3 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| 56 TORRIDON ROADMonifieth | 3.5 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Logie & StanfieldDundee | 3.8 miles south-west | – | ✓ | – | 3.0 (2 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Backmuir with practices listing payment plans
The closest town with practices listing payment plans is Dundee, 2.1 miles south; the next are Monifieth (3.3 miles south-east) and Tayport (3.8 miles south).
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Backmuir
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Beam Orthodontics in Dundee (4.9 from 290 reviews), 4.9 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Beam OrthodonticsDundee | 4.9 (290 reviews) | 4.9 miles south-west |
| Perla OrthodonticsTayport | 4.7 (13 reviews) | 3.8 miles south |
| Oris Dental & Implant StudioMonifieth | 4.6 (87 reviews) | 4.4 miles south-east |
| Discovery Dental CareDundee | 4.4 (47 reviews) | 4.7 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
What a course costs from Backmuir, travel included
The fees are typical UK private prices. Travel is added for the journey to WHITFIELD DENTAL CARE, the nearest practice on our register (2.1 miles away, about 2.7 miles by road), at the 45p a mile HMRC rate for every visit there and back.
| Treatment | Typical fee | Visits | Travel | Total from here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Metal braces | £1,500 to £3,500 | 10 to 20 | £25 to £50 | £1,525 to £3,550 |
| Ceramic braces | £2,000 to £4,500 | 10 to 20 | £25 to £50 | £2,025 to £4,550 |
| Lingual braces | £4,000 to £8,000 | 10 to 20 | £25 to £50 | £4,025 to £8,050 |
| Clear aligners | £1,500 to £5,500 | 6 to 10 | £15 to £25 | £1,515 to £5,525 |
| Invisalign | £2,500 to £5,500 | 6 to 10 | £15 to £25 | £2,515 to £5,525 |
Estimates. Fees vary by practice and case, so ask what each quote includes (retainers, refinements, emergency visits). NHS treatment for eligible under-18s is free.
What affects cost near Backmuir
| Cost factor | Look for | Nearest listing it | Next nearest | Within 20 miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Free first appointment | a free consultation | Kingsway Dental Practice, Dundee (3.1 miles) | Perla Orthodontics (3.8 miles); Beam Orthodontics (4.9 miles) | 3 |
| Monthly payments | payment plans | Kingsway Dental Practice, Dundee (3.1 miles) | Beam Orthodontics (4.9 miles) | 2 |
| NHS treatment | NHS orthodontics | WHITFIELD DENTAL CARE, Dundee (2.1 miles) | Kingsway Dental Practice (3.1 miles); 143 KINGSWAY EAST (3.1 miles) | 27 |
| Private treatment | private fees | Kingsway Dental Practice, Dundee (3.1 miles) | Logie & Stanfield (3.8 miles); Perla Orthodontics (3.8 miles) | 9 |
| Aligner prices to compare | aligners | Perla Orthodontics, Tayport (3.8 miles) | Discovery Dental Care (4.7 miles); Beam Orthodontics (4.9 miles) | 3 |
| Brace prices to compare | fixed braces | Perla Orthodontics, Tayport (3.8 miles) | Discovery Dental Care (4.7 miles); Beam Orthodontics (4.9 miles) | 3 |
Built from what each practice's own published information mentions, so a missing entry means not mentioned, which does not mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
There's no single price for orthodontics in Backmuir — the range is genuinely wide. Case complexity, appliance type and inclusions all move the total up or down. This guide sets out typical fees, what affects them, and how payment plans spread the cost.
Paying for Orthodontic Treatment in Backmuir
Most private orthodontic practices in Backmuir offer payment plans — typically 0% or low-interest monthly instalments spread over the course of treatment (usually 12–24 months). This makes private treatment much more financially accessible. A deposit of 10–25% of the total fee is usually required to start treatment, with the balance spread over equal monthly payments.
Always check whether the payment plan is in-house (directly with the practice) or through a finance provider such as Chrysalis Finance or Medenta. In-house plans typically have no credit check; third-party finance plans involve a formal credit application.
Cost Context for Backmuir
Private full fixed brace treatment costs in Backmuir generally sit between £1,500 and £5,500. Whether aligners or fixed braces are recommended usually comes down to case complexity rather than personal preference alone.
Orthodontic practices in and around Backmuir vary in the treatments and appointment types they offer. Backmuir — accessible Rural by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Tayside for NHS dentistry. Backmuir has 31 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 89% of towns in Scotland. Backmuir falls in a less deprived area than most of Scotland. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Backmuir is Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee, about 5 miles away. See local practice availability in Backmuir → Costs can vary significantly between providers — getting two or three quotes and comparing what's included (retainers, refinements, both arches) before committing is strongly recommended.
What You're Actually Paying For
Treatment type sets the baseline: the appliance you choose, from budget metal to premium lingual, largely decides the starting price before anything else.
Case complexity is the second big lever: the harder the case, the longer the course and the higher the fee, whatever you're treated with.
Number of arches affects the total — treating both upper and lower costs more than one arch alone. Confirm whether a quote covers both before comparing.
Retainers are essential and sometimes billed separately (typically £80–£350 per arch, depending on type). Some practices include them; always confirm which.
Refinements are the additional aligners often needed after the first series; confirm they're covered rather than charged per set.
Practice location and overheads vary across Backmuir — higher-rent locations charge more, which is exactly why comparing a few local quotes pays off.
What affects clear aligner cost in Backmuir?
What you pay for clear aligners in Backmuir reflects the case, not just the brand. Complexity, brand, refinement allowances and clinical input each pull the price up or down. Understanding what sits behind the number is the key to comparing value properly.
Questions to Ask Before Accepting a Quote in Backmuir
Before signing a treatment agreement with any provider in Backmuir, ask: Does the fee include unlimited refinements or is there a defined cap? Are retainers (both fixed bonded and removable) included? Are there charges for broken attachments or replacement aligners? What happens if the final result needs additional trays after the initial series?
Budget aligner options in Backmuir
Lower-cost clear aligners in Backmuir are the right call for some cases and the wrong one for others. Understanding what a lower price actually buys is essential before committing. Knowing the warning signs helps you tell a good-value option from a false economy.
Where the Savings Come From in Backmuir
Treatment scope — capping the trays and appointments for a straightforward case is a legitimate saving, not a corner cut — provided the case is actually that simple.
Frequently Asked Questions — Costs in Backmuir
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Backmuir?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Backmuir is WHITFIELD DENTAL CARE in Dundee, about 2.1 miles to the south. The next closest are Kingsway Dental Practice (3.1 miles) and 143 KINGSWAY EAST (3.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Backmuir?
Our register has 34 practices within 5 miles of Backmuir, 45 practices within 10 miles and 65 practices within 20 miles.
Which practices near Backmuir offer payment plans?
The nearest practice to Backmuir that mentions finance or monthly payment options is Kingsway Dental Practice in Dundee, about 3.1 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include Beam Orthodontics (4.9 miles).
What NHS area is Backmuir in for dental services?
Backmuir sits within NHS Tayside for NHS dental commissioning.
What kind of area is Backmuir?
ONS classifies Backmuir as accessible Rural.
How deprived is Backmuir compared with the rest of Scotland?
By the national deprivation index, Backmuir is less deprived than most of Scotland. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
Which towns are close to Backmuir?
Nearby towns include Wellbank, Douglas and Angus, Murroes.
How much do NHS braces cost?
In Scotland, NHS dental treatment — including clinically necessary orthodontics — is free for everyone under 26. Adults aged 26 and over who qualify pay 80% of the NHS fee, capped at £384 for a course of treatment. Adults on certain benefits or low incomes can be exempt, and one charge covers the full course from fitting to retainers.
Last updated: October 2026, compiled by the Virtual Consultant Online editorial team from our practice register and public data. Information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute clinical advice; it is not reviewed by a clinician. Sources: NHS, General Dental Council. How we compile our information.
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