Costs in Broughtown 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 | None within 30 miles on our register |
| Nearest practice listing payment plans | None within 30 miles on our register |
| Area type (ONS) | Remote Rural |
| Access within Orkney Islands | 134th closest to a practice of 149 places in the county; the county median is 8.4 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 Broughtown that list payment plans
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 | Private | Finance | 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.
What a course costs from Broughtown, travel included
The fees are typical UK private prices. Travel is added for the journey to DAISYBANK CLINIC, the nearest practice on our register (22.2 miles away, about 28.9 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 | £260 to £520 | £1,760 to £4,020 |
| Ceramic braces | £2,000 to £4,500 | 10 to 20 | £260 to £520 | £2,260 to £5,020 |
| Lingual braces | £4,000 to £8,000 | 10 to 20 | £260 to £520 | £4,260 to £8,520 |
| Clear aligners | £1,500 to £5,500 | 6 to 10 | £155 to £260 | £1,655 to £5,760 |
| Invisalign | £2,500 to £5,500 | 6 to 10 | £155 to £260 | £2,655 to £5,760 |
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 Broughtown
| 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 | not mentioned nearby | none other | 0 |
| NHS treatment | NHS orthodontics | DAISYBANK CLINIC, Kirkwall (22.2 miles) | KIRKWALL DENTAL PRACTICE (22.5 miles); ORKNEY DENTAL (22.6 miles) | 0 |
| Private treatment | private fees | not mentioned nearby | none other | 0 |
| Aligner prices to compare | aligners | not mentioned nearby | none other | 0 |
| Brace prices to compare | fixed braces | not mentioned nearby | none other | 0 |
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.
Price is often the deciding factor when choosing orthodontic treatment in Broughtown. Understanding what drives the price, and what should be included in the fee, helps you compare quotes accurately. Payment plans can make private treatment accessible even on a tighter budget.
Cost Context for Broughtown
Private full fixed brace treatment costs in Broughtown generally sit between £1,500 and £5,500. Straightforward crowding or spacing cases often suit aligners; more involved bite corrections are more often treated with fixed braces.
Orthodontic practices in and around Broughtown vary in the treatments and appointment types they offer. By ONS classification, Broughtown falls under remote Rural. For NHS dental services, Broughtown falls under NHS Orkney. Broughtown has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 22 miles away. Broughtown sits close to the Scotland average for deprivation. See local practice availability in Broughtown → 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.
What Affects Orthodontic Costs?
Treatment type matters most. The gap between metal and lingual braces reflects real differences in materials, lab work and chair time.
Case complexity moves the price within any treatment type. A mild spacing case needs fewer appointments and less clinical time than a complex overbite correction with extractions.
Number of arches affects the total — treating both upper and lower costs more than one arch alone. Confirm whether a quote covers both before comparing.
Retainers are a recurring cost people forget; check whether the quote bundles them or adds them at the end.
Refinements (for aligner treatment) are the extra trays that finish the result. They should be included — ask explicitly before signing.
Practice location and overheads push city-centre fees above suburban ones. Broughtown usually has practices at several price points, so two or three quotes are worthwhile.
Orthodontic Payment Plans in Broughtown
Spreading the cost of orthodontic treatment over monthly payments makes even higher-cost options such as Invisalign or ceramic braces more manageable. Most practices in Broughtown offer payment plans — ask whether they are 0% interest, what deposit is required, and whether payments continue if treatment takes longer than planned.
NHS treatment is 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.
Finding value in clear aligner treatment in Broughtown
Affordable clear aligner options in Broughtown genuinely exist and can deliver good results. Understanding what a lower price actually buys is essential before committing. A photo assessment first tells you whether a budget option even suits your case.
What to Watch For in Low-Cost Aligner Offers
Legitimate affordable aligner treatment in Broughtown 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.
What affects clear aligner cost in Broughtown?
Clear aligner cost in Broughtown varies considerably from case to case. Two quotes at the same headline price can include very different levels of clinical input. Understanding what sits behind the number is the key to comparing value properly.
Questions to Ask Before Accepting a Quote in Broughtown
Before signing a treatment agreement with any provider in Broughtown, ask: Does the fee include unlimited refinements or is there a defined cap? Are retainers (both fixed bonded and removable) included? Are there charges for broken attachments or replacement aligners? What happens if the final result needs additional trays after the initial series?
Frequently Asked Questions — Costs in Broughtown
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.
Which practices near Broughtown offer payment plans?
None of the practices within 30 miles mentions finance or monthly payments in its published information, though many offer them on request.
What NHS area is Broughtown in for dental services?
NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Orkney.
Is Broughtown rural or urban?
ONS classifies Broughtown as remote Rural.
How deprived is Broughtown compared with the rest of Scotland?
By the national deprivation index, Broughtown 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 Broughtown?
Sellibister, Braeswick, Burness are within easy reach of Broughtown.
Does treating both arches cost more?
Yes — treating both upper and lower teeth costs more than treating one arch. Some quotes are for a single arch only. Confirm whether a quote covers both arches when comparing prices between practices.
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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