Costs in Benholm at a Glance
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384 |
|---|---|
| Deprivation | Around the Scotland average |
| Nearest practice listing private treatment | Portlethen Dental Care, Portlethen — 18.2 miles |
| Nearest practice listing payment plans | Portlethen Dental Care, Portlethen — 18.2 miles |
| Practices on our register | 0 within 5 miles, 3 within 10, 13 within 20 |
| Area type (ONS) | Accessible Rural |
| Access within Aberdeenshire | 458th closest to a practice of 487 places in the county; the county median is 4.3 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 Benholm that list payment plans
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Benholm; 3 practices within 10 and 13 practices within 20. The closest is LINKS LODGE DENTAL PRACTICE in Montrose, 9.2 miles south-west. The nearest that mentions finance or monthly payments is Portlethen Dental Care, 18.2 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Finance | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LINKS LODGE DENTAL PRACTICEMontrose | 9.2 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| 53 JOHN STREETMontrose | 9.2 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| HIGH STREET DENTAL CENTREMontrose | 9.3 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| ARDUTHIE DENTAL PRACTICEStonehaven | 10.7 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| STONEHAVEN DENTAL PRACTICEStonehaven | 10.7 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| MARKET SQUARE DENTAL PRACTICEStonehaven | 10.8 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Benholm with practices listing payment plans
The closest town with practices listing payment plans is Montrose, 9.2 miles south-west; the next are Stonehaven (10.7 miles north) and Brechin (14.2 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Montrose | 3 | 9.2 miles south-west |
| Stonehaven | 4 | 10.7 miles north |
| Brechin | 2 | 14.2 miles south-west |
| Banchory | 2 | 17.2 miles north |
| Portlethen | 1 | 18.2 miles north-east |
| Peterculter | 1 | 19.2 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
What a course costs from Benholm, travel included
The fees are typical UK private prices. Travel is added for the journey to LINKS LODGE DENTAL PRACTICE, the nearest practice on our register (9.2 miles away, about 12 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 | £110 to £215 | £1,610 to £3,715 |
| Ceramic braces | £2,000 to £4,500 | 10 to 20 | £110 to £215 | £2,110 to £4,715 |
| Lingual braces | £4,000 to £8,000 | 10 to 20 | £110 to £215 | £4,110 to £8,215 |
| Clear aligners | £1,500 to £5,500 | 6 to 10 | £65 to £110 | £1,565 to £5,610 |
| Invisalign | £2,500 to £5,500 | 6 to 10 | £65 to £110 | £2,565 to £5,610 |
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 Benholm
| Cost factor | Look for | Nearest listing it | Next nearest | Within 20 miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Free first appointment | a free consultation | not mentioned nearby | none other | 0 |
| Monthly payments | payment plans | Portlethen Dental Care (18.2 miles) | Abercrombie Smile Design and Abercrombie Orthodontics (23.1 miles) | 1 |
| NHS treatment | NHS orthodontics | LINKS LODGE DENTAL PRACTICE, Montrose (9.2 miles) | 53 JOHN STREET (9.2 miles); HIGH STREET DENTAL CENTRE (9.3 miles) | 13 |
| Private treatment | private fees | Portlethen Dental Care (18.2 miles) | Cove Dental & Implant Centre | Private & Nhs Dentist Aberdeen (21.5 miles); Holburn Dental and Implant Centre (22.4 miles) | 1 |
| Aligner prices to compare | aligners | Portlethen Dental Care (18.2 miles) | Holburn Dental and Implant Centre (22.4 miles); Abercrombie Smile Design and Abercrombie Orthodontics (23.1 miles) | 1 |
| Brace prices to compare | fixed braces | Portlethen Dental Care (18.2 miles) | Holburn Dental and Implant Centre (22.4 miles); Abercrombie Smile Design and Abercrombie Orthodontics (23.1 miles) | 1 |
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.
The cost of straightening teeth in Benholm runs from free NHS treatment for eligible under-18s to over £7,000 for complex private cases. Most patients fall somewhere in the middle, and knowing each tier's typical cost is the first step. This guide sets out typical fees, what affects them, and how payment plans spread the cost.
What Each Treatment Costs in Benholm
As a private-fee guide for Benholm, the main options compare roughly as follows:
| Treatment type | Typical cost range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| NHS metal braces | Free for eligible under-18s | Adults aged 26 and over who qualify pay 80% of the NHS fee, capped at £384 for a course of treatment. |
| Private metal braces | £1,500–£3,500 | No waiting list. Full arch treatment. Retainers included in good practices. |
| Ceramic braces | £2,000–£4,500 | Tooth-coloured brackets. More discreet than metal. Not NHS-available. |
| Clear aligners (non-Invisalign) | £1,500–£4,500 | Wide range by brand and complexity. Confirm refinements and retainers are included. |
| Invisalign Lite | £2,500–£3,500 | Mild cases only. Limited refinements. |
| Invisalign Comprehensive | £3,500–£5,500 | Moderate to complex. Unlimited refinements within treatment cycle. |
| Lingual braces | £4,000–£8,000 | Completely hidden. Highest cost. Fewest providers in Benholm. |
These are typical private fee ranges for Benholm — individual practices may charge more or less depending on their overheads, location, and clinician experience. Always request a written treatment plan with the full fee itemised before committing.
Cost Context for Benholm
Private full fixed brace treatment in Benholm typically costs between £1,500 and £5,500, depending on case complexity. Mild-to-moderate crowding or spacing is often suitable for clear aligners, while more complex cases are more commonly recommended fixed braces.
Provision in Benholm varies by practice — it's worth comparing more than one before committing. Benholm — accessible Rural by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Grampian for NHS dentistry. People in Benholm usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 9 miles away. Benholm sits close to the Scotland average for deprivation. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Benholm is Aberdeen Dental School in Aberdeen, about 24 miles away. See local practice availability in Benholm → 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.
Paying for Orthodontic Treatment in Benholm
Most private orthodontic practices in Benholm 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.
What affects clear aligner cost in Benholm?
Aligner pricing in Benholm is driven by more than the headline figure. The main drivers are treatment complexity, the aligner brand, the provider's experience, and what the fee actually includes. The most common mistake is treating headline cost as a like-for-like comparison.
Why Aligner Quotes Vary in Benholm
Case complexity sets the baseline: the number of trays and the difficulty of the movements largely decide the fee. It's assessed in person, but an online screen can give you a rough steer first.
Finding value in clear aligner treatment in Benholm
Lower-cost clear aligners in Benholm are the right call for some cases and the wrong one for others. Understanding what a lower price actually buys is essential before committing. Below, we break down what drives the low end of the market and how to compare it safely.
What to Watch For in Low-Cost Aligner Offers
Legitimate affordable aligner treatment in Benholm is available — the markers of genuine value include: an in-person or photo-based clinical assessment before quoting, a clear treatment plan with defined tooth movements, a named GDC-registered clinician overseeing the case, refinement allowances in writing, and retainers included in the base fee.
Frequently Asked Questions — Costs in Benholm
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Benholm?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Benholm is LINKS LODGE DENTAL PRACTICE in Montrose, about 9.2 miles to the south-west. The next closest are 53 JOHN STREET (9.2 miles) and HIGH STREET DENTAL CENTRE (9.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Benholm?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Benholm, 3 practices within 10 miles and 13 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Montrose, 9.2 miles away.
Which practices near Benholm offer payment plans?
The nearest practice to Benholm that mentions finance or monthly payment options is Portlethen Dental Care, about 18.2 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Abercrombie Smile Design and Abercrombie Orthodontics (23.1 miles).
Which NHS body covers Benholm for dental care?
NHS dental commissioning in Benholm falls under NHS Grampian.
What kind of area is Benholm?
By ONS classification, Benholm falls under accessible Rural.
How deprived is Benholm compared with the rest of Scotland?
By the national deprivation index, Benholm is close to the Scotland average for deprivation. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
What towns are near Benholm?
Arbuthnott, Saint Cyrus, Garvock are within easy reach of Benholm.
Is it worth getting multiple quotes?
Yes — for private orthodontic treatment, getting two or three quotes from practices in your area is sensible. Fees vary by practice, clinician experience, and overheads. Ensure you're comparing like-for-like: same treatment type, same number of arches, retainers and refinements included.
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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