Orthodontic practices near Birse
On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of Birse, 3 practices within 10 and 13 practices within 20. The closest is FOUNTAIN DENTAL GROUP-ABOYNE, 2.1 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FOUNTAIN DENTAL GROUP-ABOYNEAboyne | 2.1 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| DEESIDE DENTAL CAREBanchory | 8.6 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| FOUNTAIN DENTAL GROUP-BANCHORYBanchory | 9.0 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Young Smile Dental CareBridge of Alford | 12.0 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (319 reviews) |
| Blairdaff DentalBograxie | 16.5 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (29 reviews) |
| WESTHILL DENTAL PRACTICEWesthill | 17.3 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| PETERCULTER DENTAL PRACTICEPeterculter | 17.5 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| ABERCROMBIE DENTAL PRACTICEWesthill | 17.9 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Birse with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Aboyne, 2.1 miles north-west; the next are Banchory (8.6 miles east) and Bridge of Alford (12.0 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Aboyne | 1 | 2.1 miles north-west |
| Banchory | 2 | 8.6 miles east |
| Bridge of Alford | 1 | 12.0 miles north |
| Bograxie | 1 | 16.5 miles north-east |
| Westhill | 4 | 17.3 miles north-east |
| Peterculter | 1 | 17.5 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Birse
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Young Smile Dental Care in Bridge of Alford (4.9 from 319 reviews), 12.0 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Young Smile Dental CareBridge of Alford | 4.9 (319 reviews) | 12.0 miles north |
| Blairdaff DentalBograxie | 4.9 (29 reviews) | 16.5 miles north-east |
| Abercrombie Smile Design and Abercrombie OrthodonticsWesthill | 4.1 (41 reviews) | 18.0 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Birse at a Glance
| Nation | Scotland |
|---|---|
| Council area | Aberdeenshire |
| NHS dental services | NHS Grampian |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384 |
| Area type (ONS) | Remote Rural |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of Scotland |
| Practices within 5 miles | 1 practice |
| Access within Aberdeenshire | 111th closest to an orthodontic practice of 487 places in the county (the county median is 4.3 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 2.1 miles away, closer than 65% of towns in Scotland |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Aberdeen Dental School, Aberdeen — 24 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | FOUNTAIN DENTAL GROUP-ABOYNE, Aboyne — 2 miles DEESIDE DENTAL CARE, Banchory — 9 miles Young Smile Dental Care, Bridge of Alford — 12 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 3 within 10 miles, 13 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 Birse
Birse is 2.1 miles from FOUNTAIN DENTAL GROUP-ABOYNE, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 3 practices, and within 20 there are 13.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: 4 of the practices around Birse list clear aligners, the nearest 12 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Birse are commissioned by NHS Grampian; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is FOUNTAIN DENTAL GROUP-ABOYNE, 2.1 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Aberdeen Dental School in Aberdeen, about 24 miles away.
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Where Birse sits locally
Ballogie is the closest neighbouring location page, around 2 km south-east of Birse.
What local practice data suggests in Birse
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Birse itself. The nearest recorded are FOUNTAIN DENTAL GROUP-ABOYNE, about 2 miles away; DEESIDE DENTAL CARE in Banchory, about 9 miles away; and Young Smile Dental Care in Bridge of Alford, about 12 miles away.
What official data says about Birse
Birse is classified as remote Rural, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Grampian. By national deprivation ranking, Birse sits among the less deprived areas of Scotland. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Birse is about 24 miles from Aberdeen Dental School in Aberdeen.
All Orthodontic Options in Birse Explained
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Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Birse
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The Orthodontic Journey in Birse
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Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Birse
How quickly you can be seen, and what's on offer, varies between the practices serving Birse. Birse is classified as remote Rural. NHS Grampian is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Birse. Birse 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 Birse is Aberdeen Dental School in Aberdeen, about 24 miles away. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Birse. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Birse
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Frequently Asked Questions in Birse
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Birse often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Birse?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Birse is FOUNTAIN DENTAL GROUP-ABOYNE, about 2.1 miles to the north-west. The next closest are DEESIDE DENTAL CARE (8.6 miles) and FOUNTAIN DENTAL GROUP-BANCHORY (9.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Birse?
Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of Birse, 3 practices within 10 miles and 13 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Birse?
The nearest practice to Birse that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is FOUNTAIN DENTAL GROUP-ABOYNE, about 2.1 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include DEESIDE DENTAL CARE (8.6 miles) and FOUNTAIN DENTAL GROUP-BANCHORY (9.0 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Birse, Aberdeenshire?
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 Birse, Aberdeenshire?
Yes. Once a clinician has reviewed your photos, they can advise which treatment type is more likely to suit your case.