Orthodontic practices near Balfield
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Balfield; 2 practices within 10 and 16 practices within 20. The closest is ESK DENTAL CARE in Brechin, 5.8 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ESK DENTAL CAREBrechin | 5.8 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| R AND PM THOMSONBrechin | 5.8 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| HIGH STREET DENTAL PRACTICEForfar | 11.8 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| FORFAR DENTAL CAREForfar | 11.9 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| CASTLE STREET DENTALForfar | 11.9 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| HIGH STREET DENTAL CENTREMontrose | 12.2 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| LINKS LODGE DENTAL PRACTICEMontrose | 12.3 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| 53 JOHN STREETMontrose | 12.3 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Balfield with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Brechin, 5.8 miles south-east; the next are Forfar (11.8 miles south-west) and Montrose (12.2 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Brechin | 2 | 5.8 miles south-east |
| Forfar | 3 | 11.8 miles south-west |
| Montrose | 3 | 12.2 miles south-east |
| Kirriemuir | 1 | 12.9 miles south-west |
| Arbroath | 4 | 17.7 miles south |
| Aboyne | 1 | 19.2 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Balfield at a Glance
| Nation | Scotland |
|---|---|
| Council area | Angus |
| NHS dental services | NHS Tayside |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384 |
| Area type (ONS) | Accessible Rural |
| Deprivation | Around the Scotland average |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Angus | 135th closest to an orthodontic practice of 168 places in the county (the county median is 3.5 miles) |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Dundee Dental Hospital, Dundee — 25 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | ESK DENTAL CARE, Brechin — 6 miles HIGH STREET DENTAL PRACTICE, Forfar — 12 miles HIGH STREET DENTAL CENTRE, Montrose — 12 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 15 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 2 within 10 miles, 16 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 Balfield
From Balfield the nearest practice is ESK DENTAL CARE in Brechin, 5.8 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. Within 10 miles there are 2 practices, and within 20 there are 16.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Kingsway Dental Practice (23.3 miles) mentions a free consultation.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Balfield are commissioned by NHS Tayside; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is ESK DENTAL CARE in Brechin, 5.8 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee, about 25 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Balfield to ESK DENTAL CARE is roughly 15 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 150 to 300 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £70 to £135 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 90 to 150 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey.
Orthodontic Treatment In Balfield
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Orthodontist in Balfield: People exploring braces and clear aligners in Balfield often want a better starting point than a generic directory result. It also gives context for people comparing options from other towns in Angus.
Balfield in context
Balfield — accessible Rural by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Tayside for NHS dentistry. Balfield has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 6 miles away. By national deprivation ranking, Balfield is roughly mid-table for Scotland. The nearest university dental hospital to Balfield is Dundee Dental Hospital, Dundee, about 25 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Local snapshot of Balfield
The nearest other location we cover is West Clochie, under 1 km to the north.
What we know about practices near Balfield
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Balfield itself. The nearest we do hold are ESK DENTAL CARE in Brechin, about 6 miles away; HIGH STREET DENTAL PRACTICE in Forfar, about 12 miles away; and HIGH STREET DENTAL CENTRE in Montrose, about 12 miles away.
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Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Balfield
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Frequently Asked Questions in Balfield
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Balfield often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Balfield?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Balfield is ESK DENTAL CARE in Brechin, about 5.8 miles to the south-east. The next closest are R AND PM THOMSON (5.8 miles) and HIGH STREET DENTAL PRACTICE (11.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Balfield?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Balfield, 2 practices within 10 miles and 16 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Brechin, 5.8 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Balfield?
The nearest practice to Balfield that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is ESK DENTAL CARE in Brechin, about 5.8 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include R AND PM THOMSON (5.8 miles) and HIGH STREET DENTAL PRACTICE (11.8 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Balfield, Angus?
Beginning with an online photo review is usually quicker than arranging an in-person consultation for an initial opinion.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Balfield, Angus?
Yes. A review of your photos and concerns can help show whether braces or clear aligners may be the better route.