Orthodontic practices near Broughtown
On our practice register: None within 20 miles of Broughtown. The closest is DAISYBANK CLINIC in Kirkwall, 22.2 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DAISYBANK CLINICKirkwall | 22.2 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| KIRKWALL DENTAL PRACTICEKirkwall | 22.5 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| ORKNEY DENTALKirkwall | 22.6 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| THE BALFOURKirkwall | 23.1 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Broughtown at a Glance
| Nation | Scotland |
|---|---|
| Council area | Orkney Islands |
| NHS dental services | NHS Orkney |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384 |
| Area type (ONS) | Remote Rural |
| Deprivation | Around the Scotland average |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Orkney Islands | 134th closest to an orthodontic practice of 149 places in the county (the county median is 8.4 miles) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | DAISYBANK CLINIC, Kirkwall — 22 miles ORKNEY DENTAL, Stromness — 32 miles BRIDGEND HEALTH CARE CENTRE, Thurso — 56 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 50 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
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 Broughtown
Broughtown is a long way from a practice: the nearest we list is DAISYBANK CLINIC in Kirkwall, 22.2 miles away. Starting with a remote assessment, and asking any practice how few visits a plan can be built around, avoids journeys you do not need.
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 Broughtown are commissioned by NHS Orkney, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is DAISYBANK CLINIC in Kirkwall, 22.2 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Broughtown to DAISYBANK CLINIC is roughly 50 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 580 to 1,150 miles and 17 to 33 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £260 to £520 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 350 to 580 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey.
Orthodontic Treatment In Broughtown
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Orthodontist in Broughtown: This page is built to support early-stage orthodontic research for people looking at treatment options in Broughtown. The information here applies just as well to nearby parts of Orkney Islands.
Area profile for Broughtown
Classified by ONS as remote Rural, Broughtown sits within NHS Orkney for NHS dental commissioning. People in Broughtown usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 22 miles away. Broughtown sits close to the Scotland average for deprivation.
Broughtown in numbers
Just around 2 km south, Kettletoft is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
Local treatment availability around Broughtown
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Broughtown itself. The nearest we do hold are DAISYBANK CLINIC in Kirkwall, about 22 miles away; ORKNEY DENTAL in Stromness, about 32 miles away; and BRIDGEND HEALTH CARE CENTRE in Thurso, about 56 miles away.
Browse nearby orthodontic locations
If you want to compare surrounding areas as well as this one, pages such as Kettletoft, Templehall, Otterswick, Burness, Lady, and Overbister may also help.
All Orthodontic Options in Broughtown Explained
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Broughtown has the full spectrum of options. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs.
Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Broughtown
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Broughtown — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Broughtown
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Broughtown helps you ask the right questions. Knowing what happens at each step — and roughly how long it takes — removes most of the uncertainty. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
From First Photo to Finished Smile in Broughtown
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Broughtown — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Broughtown. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Broughtown
If Broughtown, Orkney Islands is just one of several areas you're considering, this section can help with the rest. You can continue your local browsing with nearby places including Kettletoft, Templehall, Otterswick, Burness, Lady, and Overbister.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Broughtown
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Broughtown often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Broughtown?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Broughtown is DAISYBANK CLINIC in Kirkwall, about 22.2 miles to the south-west. The next closest are KIRKWALL DENTAL PRACTICE (22.5 miles) and ORKNEY DENTAL (22.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Broughtown?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Broughtown, 0 practices within 10 miles and 0 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Kirkwall, 22.2 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Broughtown?
The nearest practice to Broughtown that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is DAISYBANK CLINIC in Kirkwall, about 22.2 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include KIRKWALL DENTAL PRACTICE (22.5 miles) and ORKNEY DENTAL (22.6 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Broughtown, Orkney Islands?
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 Broughtown, Orkney Islands?
Yes. Once a clinician has reviewed your photos, they can advise which treatment type is more likely to suit your case.