Orthodontic practices near Ballathie
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Ballathie; 17 practices within 10 and 63 practices within 20. The closest is COUPAR ANGUS DENTAL CARE, 5.1 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| COUPAR ANGUS DENTAL CARECoupar Angus | 5.1 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| 64 HIGH STREETBlairgowrie and Rattray | 5.3 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| SCONE DENTAL PRACTICEScone | 7.2 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| INFINITYBLU DENTAL PRACTICEDunkeld | 8.1 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| BALHOUSIE DENTAL PRACTICEPerth | 8.4 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| 11 MAIN STREETPerth | 8.4 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Perth OrthodonticsPerth | 8.4 miles south | – | – | – | 3.1 (35 reviews) |
| Amanda Duke DentalPerth | 8.7 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (7 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Ballathie with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Coupar Angus, 5.1 miles east; the next are Blairgowrie and Rattray (5.3 miles north) and Scone (7.2 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Coupar Angus | 1 | 5.1 miles east |
| Blairgowrie and Rattray | 1 | 5.3 miles north |
| Scone | 1 | 7.2 miles south |
| Dunkeld | 1 | 8.1 miles north-west |
| Perth | 12 | 8.4 miles south |
| Alyth | 1 | 9.4 miles north-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Ballathie
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Cherrybank Dental Spa in Perth (4.9 from 161 reviews), 9.4 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Cherrybank Dental SpaPerth | 4.9 (161 reviews) | 9.4 miles south |
| Wrights DentalDundee | 4.1 (19 reviews) | 14.9 miles east |
| White Pearl Dental PracticeDundee | 3.4 (30 reviews) | 16.0 miles east |
| Perth OrthodonticsPerth | 3.1 (35 reviews) | 8.4 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Ballathie at a Glance
| Nation | Scotland |
|---|---|
| Council area | Perth and Kinross |
| 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 | Less deprived than most of Scotland |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Perth and Kinross | 187th closest to an orthodontic practice of 278 places in the county (the county median is 3.9 miles) |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Dundee Dental Hospital, Dundee — 16 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | COUPAR ANGUS DENTAL CARE, Coupar Angus — 5 miles 64 HIGH STREET, Blairgowrie and Rattray — 5 miles SCONE DENTAL PRACTICE, Scone — 7 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 10 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 17 within 10 miles, 63 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 Ballathie
The nearest practice to Ballathie is COUPAR ANGUS DENTAL CARE, 5.1 miles away. Treatment usually needs a visit every six to ten weeks, so it is worth choosing a practice whose journey you can sustain and asking how many appointments can be combined. Within 10 miles there are 17 practices, and within 20 there are 63.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Cherrybank Dental Spa (9.4 miles) mentions remote consultations, and 2 of the practices around Ballathie list clear aligners, the nearest 8.7 miles away.
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 Ballathie are commissioned by NHS Tayside; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is COUPAR ANGUS DENTAL CARE, 5.1 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee, about 16 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Ballathie to COUPAR ANGUS DENTAL CARE is roughly 10 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 130 to 270 miles and 3 to 7 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £60 to £120 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 80 to 130 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey.
Orthodontic Treatment In Ballathie
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Orthodontist in Ballathie: This page helps people researching orthodontic treatment in Ballathie understand their options before committing to an appointment. It also supports people comparing orthodontic options across Perth and Kinross.
Practice data for Ballathie
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Ballathie itself. The closest on record are COUPAR ANGUS DENTAL CARE, about 5 miles away; 64 HIGH STREET in Blairgowrie and Rattray, about 5 miles away; and SCONE DENTAL PRACTICE, about 7 miles away.
Nearby location pages
Related pages for Cargill, Kinclaven, Meikleour, Wolfhill, Delvine, and Kirkton of Lethendy are worth a look if you want to widen your search beyond this area.
Ballathie in numbers
Cargill is the closest neighbouring location page, around 1 km south-east of Ballathie.
The local picture in Ballathie
Ballathie is classified as accessible Rural. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Tayside. Ballathie has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 5 miles away. Ballathie's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of Scotland. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Ballathie is about 16 miles from Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee.
The Orthodontic Journey in Ballathie
Starting orthodontic treatment in Ballathie can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
What to Ask Before You Commit in Ballathie
- Why this treatment specifically, and what alternatives were considered?
- What's the realistic timeline for a case like mine?
- Does the quoted fee cover retainers, refinements and emergency visits, or are those extra?
- What happens to the price if treatment runs longer than planned?
- What retainer will I be given, and for how long am I expected to wear it?
- Is a payment plan available, and on what terms?
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Ballathie
What's available in Ballathie depends on the practice, so it's worth checking directly what each one offers. Officially, Ballathie is categorised as accessible Rural. NHS dental commissioning in Ballathie falls under NHS Tayside. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Ballathie; the nearest is about 5 miles away. Ballathie 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 Ballathie is Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee, about 16 miles away. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Ballathie
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Ballathie has the full spectrum of options. 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.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Ballathie
No single treatment wins on every measure — this narrows things down to what matters most for your situation:
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Ballathie. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Ballathie
If you are researching orthodontic treatment in and around Ballathie, Perth and Kinross, these local links help you keep browsing. Other local pages worth browsing include Cargill, Kinclaven, Meikleour, Wolfhill, Delvine, and Kirkton of Lethendy.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Ballathie
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Ballathie often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Ballathie?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Ballathie is COUPAR ANGUS DENTAL CARE, about 5.1 miles to the east. The next closest are 64 HIGH STREET (5.3 miles) and SCONE DENTAL PRACTICE (7.2 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Ballathie?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Ballathie, 17 practices within 10 miles and 63 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Coupar Angus, 5.1 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Ballathie?
The nearest practice to Ballathie that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is COUPAR ANGUS DENTAL CARE, about 5.1 miles to the east. Others nearby include 64 HIGH STREET (5.3 miles) and SCONE DENTAL PRACTICE (7.2 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Ballathie, Perth and Kinross?
A guided photo assessment is often the easiest starting point because it helps move broad research into something more specific.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Ballathie, Perth and Kinross?
Yes. A review of your photos and concerns can help show whether braces or clear aligners may be the better route.