Orthodontic practices near Brathens
On our practice register: 2 practices within 5 miles of Brathens, 4 practices within 10 and 77 practices within 20. The closest is DEESIDE DENTAL CARE in Banchory, 1.6 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DEESIDE DENTAL CAREBanchory | 1.6 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| FOUNTAIN DENTAL GROUP-BANCHORYBanchory | 2.0 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| FOUNTAIN DENTAL GROUP-ABOYNEAboyne | 9.2 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| PETERCULTER DENTAL PRACTICEPeterculter | 9.9 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| WESTHILL DENTAL PRACTICEWesthill | 10.3 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| ABERCROMBIE DENTAL PRACTICEWesthill | 10.8 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Abercrombie Smile Design and Abercrombie OrthodonticsWesthill | 11.0 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.1 (41 reviews) |
| ABERCROMBIE SMILE DESIGNWesthill | 11.0 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Brathens with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Banchory, 1.6 miles south-east; the next are Aboyne (9.2 miles west) and Peterculter (9.9 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Banchory | 2 | 1.6 miles south-east |
| Aboyne | 1 | 9.2 miles west |
| Peterculter | 1 | 9.9 miles east |
| Westhill | 4 | 10.3 miles north-east |
| Kingswells | 4 | 12.6 miles north-east |
| Cults | 5 | 12.8 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Brathens
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Portlethen Dental Care (4.9 from 517 reviews), 15.1 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Portlethen Dental CarePortlethen | 4.9 (517 reviews) | 15.1 miles east |
| Young Smile Dental CareBridge of Alford | 4.9 (319 reviews) | 13.0 miles north-west |
| Andrew Scott Dental CareAberdeen | 4.9 (240 reviews) | 15.6 miles east |
| Mastrick Smile CareAberdeen | 4.9 (213 reviews) | 15.0 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Brathens 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) | Accessible Rural |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of Scotland |
| Practices within 5 miles | 2 practices, more than 56% of towns in Scotland |
| Access within Aberdeenshire | 75th closest to an orthodontic practice of 487 places in the county (the county median is 4.3 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 1.6 miles away, closer than 70% of towns in Scotland |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Aberdeen Dental School, Aberdeen — 16 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | DEESIDE DENTAL CARE, Banchory — 2 miles FOUNTAIN DENTAL GROUP-ABOYNE, Aboyne — 9 miles PETERCULTER DENTAL PRACTICE, Peterculter — 10 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 4 within 10 miles, 77 within 20 miles |
| Postcode districts | AB31 |
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 Brathens
The nearest practice to Brathens is DEESIDE DENTAL CARE in Banchory, 1.6 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 4 practices, and within 20 there are 77.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: 5 of the practices around Brathens list clear aligners, the nearest 11 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Brathens are commissioned by NHS Grampian; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is DEESIDE DENTAL CARE in Banchory, 1.6 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Aberdeen Dental School in Aberdeen, about 16 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Brathens
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Practice data for Brathens
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Brathens. The nearest we do hold are DEESIDE DENTAL CARE in Banchory, about 2 miles away; FOUNTAIN DENTAL GROUP-ABOYNE, about 9 miles away; and PETERCULTER DENTAL PRACTICE, about 10 miles away.
Area profile for Brathens
Classified by ONS as accessible Rural, Brathens sits within NHS Grampian for NHS dental commissioning. Brathens has 2 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 56% of towns in Scotland. Brathens falls in a less deprived area than most of Scotland. The nearest university dental hospital to Brathens is Aberdeen Dental School, Aberdeen, about 16 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Brathens
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Brathens often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Brathens?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Brathens is DEESIDE DENTAL CARE in Banchory, about 1.6 miles to the south-east. The next closest are FOUNTAIN DENTAL GROUP-BANCHORY (2.0 miles) and FOUNTAIN DENTAL GROUP-ABOYNE (9.2 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Brathens?
Our register has 2 practices within 5 miles of Brathens, 4 practices within 10 miles and 77 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Brathens?
The nearest practice to Brathens that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is DEESIDE DENTAL CARE in Banchory, about 1.6 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include FOUNTAIN DENTAL GROUP-BANCHORY (2.0 miles) and FOUNTAIN DENTAL GROUP-ABOYNE (9.2 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Brathens, Aberdeenshire?
Starting with guided photos helps turn general research into a clearer next step reviewed by a clinician.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Brathens, Aberdeenshire?
Yes. Once a clinician has reviewed your photos, they can advise which treatment type is more likely to suit your case.