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Orthodontic practices near Boddam

On our practice register: 3 practices within 5 miles of Boddam, 4 practices within 10 and 10 practices within 20. The closest is BUCHAN BRAES DENTAL CLINIC in Boddam, 0.2 miles west.

PracticeDistanceNHSBracesAlignersGoogle rating
BUCHAN BRAES DENTAL CLINICBoddam0.2 miles west✓–––
PETERHEAD DENTAL AND IMPLANT CENTREPeterhead2.4 miles north✓–––
QUEEN STREET DENTAL PRACTICEPeterhead2.7 miles north✓–––
GC DENTAL MINTLAWMintlaw9.2 miles north-west✓–––
SCHOOLHILL DENTAL PRACTICEEllon13.0 miles south-west✓–––
YTHAN BRIDGE DENTAL CENTREEllon13.3 miles south-west✓–––
FAITHLIE DENTAL PRACTICEFraserburgh17.5 miles north-west✓–––
T/A FRITHSIDE DENTAL CAREFraserburgh17.5 miles north-west✓–––

✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.

Nearest places to Boddam with orthodontic practices

The closest town with orthodontic practices is Boddam, 0.2 miles west; the next are Peterhead (2.4 miles north) and Mintlaw (9.2 miles north-west).

PlacePracticesNearest
Boddam10.2 miles west
Peterhead22.4 miles north
Mintlaw19.2 miles north-west
Ellon213.0 miles south-west
Fraserburgh417.5 miles north-west
Newmacher120.1 miles south-west

Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.

Boddam at a Glance

NationScotland
Council areaAberdeenshire
NHS dental servicesNHS Grampian
NHS orthodontic chargesFree under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384
Area type (ONS)Accessible Rural
DeprivationAround the Scotland average
Population1,290
Practices within 5 miles3 practices, more than 63% of towns in Scotland
Access within Aberdeenshire3rd closest to an orthodontic practice of 487 places in the county (the county median is 4.3 miles)
Nearest practice compared0.2 miles away, closer than 93% of towns in Scotland
Nearest university dental hospitalAberdeen Dental School, Aberdeen — 25 miles
Orthodontic practices on record1
Practices within 10 and 20 miles4 within 10 miles, 10 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 Boddam

The nearest practice to Boddam is BUCHAN BRAES DENTAL CLINIC in Boddam, under a mile away, close enough that the many short appointments in a course of treatment are rarely a burden. Within 10 miles there are 4 practices, and within 20 there are 10.

To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Bridge of Don Dental & Aesthetic Clinic (23.3 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 4 of the practices around Boddam list clear aligners, the nearest 23.1 miles away.

If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Boddam are commissioned by NHS Grampian; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is BUCHAN BRAES DENTAL CLINIC in Boddam, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Aberdeen Dental School in Aberdeen, about 25 miles away.

Orthodontic Treatment In Boddam

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Orthodontic care near Boddam

Orthodontist in Boddam: People weighing up braces or aligners in Boddam can use this page to understand the options before making contact with a practice. The information here applies just as well to nearby parts of Aberdeenshire. Boddam — a small village with a population of around 1,290 — is covered on this page specifically.

Local provider signals in Boddam

Source-linked practice data helps make this page more specific: 1 published orthodontic practice in the database currently link to Boddam or nearby searches; 1 include NHS signals and 0 include private treatment signals. Nearby practice records include BUCHAN BRAES DENTAL CLINIC.

The local picture in Boddam

Boddam is classified as accessible Rural, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Grampian. With 3 orthodontic practices within five miles, Boddam is better served than 63% of towns in Scotland. Boddam sits close to the Scotland average for deprivation. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Boddam is about 25 miles from Aberdeen Dental School in Aberdeen.

Explore more local orthodontic pages

You can continue browsing related location pages including Stirling Village, Burnhaven, Invernettie, Sandfordhill, Keith Inch, and Clerkhill if you want to compare orthodontic options across a wider local area.

Local context for Boddam

Boddam has a population of around 1,290, making it a small village within Aberdeenshire. The nearest other location we cover is Stirling Village, under 1 km to the west.

Teeth Straightening Options Available in Boddam

Patients in Boddam have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. The best treatment isn't the most expensive or the most discreet — it's the one that matches your case, lifestyle and budget. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms. People from Stirling Village, Sandfordhill and Burnhaven regularly visit orthodontists in Boddam.

Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Boddam

Every treatment type has strengths and limitations. This filters quickly to the options most relevant to your situation:

Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Boddam

Orthodontic treatment in Boddam is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention. People from Stirling Village, Sandfordhill and Burnhaven regularly visit orthodontists in Boddam.

Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Boddam

1 local orthodontic practice is listed in our database for Boddam. By ONS classification, Boddam falls under accessible Rural. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Grampian. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (3), Boddam has more choice than 63% of towns in Scotland. Boddam's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with Scotland as a whole. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Boddam is Aberdeen Dental School in Aberdeen, about 25 miles away. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention. People from Stirling Village, Sandfordhill, and Burnhaven regularly make use of Boddam's orthodontic practices for starting orthodontic treatment.

This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Boddam. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.

Frequently Asked Questions in Boddam

Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Boddam often want to know before getting started.

Where is the nearest orthodontist to Boddam?

On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Boddam is BUCHAN BRAES DENTAL CLINIC in Boddam, about 0.2 miles to the west. The next closest are PETERHEAD DENTAL AND IMPLANT CENTRE (2.4 miles) and QUEEN STREET DENTAL PRACTICE (2.7 miles).

How many orthodontic practices are near Boddam?

Our register has 3 practices within 5 miles of Boddam, 4 practices within 10 miles and 10 practices within 20 miles.

Is there an NHS orthodontist near Boddam?

The nearest practice to Boddam that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is BUCHAN BRAES DENTAL CLINIC in Boddam, about 0.2 miles to the west. Others nearby include PETERHEAD DENTAL AND IMPLANT CENTRE (2.4 miles) and QUEEN STREET DENTAL PRACTICE (2.7 miles).

How do I start orthodontic treatment in Boddam, Aberdeenshire?

Many patients begin with an online orthodontic assessment so they can understand possible treatment routes before booking an appointment.

Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Boddam, Aberdeenshire?

Yes. A clinician-reviewed assessment can help you understand whether fixed braces or clear aligners may be more suitable based on the movements required and your treatment goals.

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TitleBoddam, Aberdeenshire Braces & Aligners
PublisherVirtual Consultant Online
Published1 June 2022
Modified10 October 2026
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