Retainers in Broughty Ferry at a Glance
| Nearest practice listing retainers | Perla Orthodontics, Tayport — under a mile; 3 within 10 miles |
|---|---|
| Nearest practice with emergency care | None within 30 miles on our register |
| Nearest practice open evenings or weekends | Perla Orthodontics, Tayport — under a mile; 4 within 10 miles |
| Practices on our register | 35 within 5 miles, 46 within 10, 67 within 20 |
| Area type (ONS) | Large Urban Areas |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of Scotland |
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 Broughty Ferry listing retainers
On our practice register: 35 practices within 5 miles of Broughty Ferry, 46 practices within 10 and 67 practices within 20. The closest is BROUGHTY FERRY DENTAL CARE in Tayport, 0.2 miles south. The nearest listing retainers is Perla Orthodontics, 0.5 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | Retainers | Emergency care | Evenings or weekends | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perla OrthodonticsTayport | 0.5 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (13 reviews) |
| Kingsway Dental PracticeDundee | 2.8 miles west | ✓ | – | – | 3.2 (14 reviews) |
| Beam OrthodonticsDundee | 4.2 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (290 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Broughty Ferry with practices listing retainers
The closest town with practices listing retainers is Tayport, 0.5 miles south-west; the next are Dundee (2.8 miles west).
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Broughty Ferry
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Beam Orthodontics in Dundee (4.9 from 290 reviews), 4.2 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Beam OrthodonticsDundee | 4.9 (290 reviews) | 4.2 miles west |
| Perla OrthodonticsTayport | 4.7 (13 reviews) | 0.5 miles south-west |
| Kingsway Dental PracticeDundee | 3.2 (14 reviews) | 2.8 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Retainers near Broughty Ferry
| What you may need | Look for | Nearest listing it | Next nearest | Within 20 miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Retainers | retainers | Perla Orthodontics, Tayport (under a mile) | Kingsway Dental Practice (2.8 miles); Beam Orthodontics (4.2 miles) | 3 |
| Urgent repairs | emergency care | not mentioned nearby | none other | 0 |
| Visits outside working hours | evening or weekend opening | Perla Orthodontics, Tayport (under a mile) | Oris Dental & Implant Studio (2.1 miles); Discovery Dental Care (4.1 miles) | 4 |
| A fresh scan for a new retainer | digital scanning | Beam Orthodontics, Dundee (4.2 miles) | none other | 1 |
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.
The end of active orthodontic treatment in Broughty Ferry is a milestone — but not the end of the process. The de-bond appointment, retainer fitting, whitening timing and retention habits all decide whether your result lasts. Getting aftercare right is what protects everything you've paid for.
Ongoing Check-ups After Treatment
Routine 6-monthly dental check-ups remain important after orthodontic treatment. Your dentist will check fixed retainer integrity, gum health around bonded wires, removable retainer fit, and early signs of tooth movement. Contact your orthodontist promptly if: your removable retainer no longer fits easily, a fixed retainer wire appears to have moved, or you notice teeth changing position.
Protecting Your Result After Treatment in Broughty Ferry
Two things keep a result stable long-term: a fixed retainer you don't have to think about, and a removable one worn consistently at night. Skipping the removable retainer for even a few weeks is often enough for a tooth to start shifting back.
If a removable retainer in Broughty Ferry starts feeling tight, that's an early warning sign, not something to force through — getting it checked promptly is far cheaper than the retreatment a longer delay can lead to.
Aftercare Services in Broughty Ferry
How quickly you can be seen, and what's on offer, varies between the practices serving Broughty Ferry. By ONS classification, Broughty Ferry falls under large Urban Areas. NHS Tayside is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Broughty Ferry. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (35), Broughty Ferry has more choice than 90% of towns in Scotland. National deprivation data ranks Broughty Ferry among Scotland's less deprived areas. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Broughty Ferry is Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee, about 4 miles away. See local practice availability in Broughty Ferry → They typically offer post-treatment services including retainer fitting, replacement, and professional whitening.
Private replacement Essix retainers (per arch) costs in Broughty Ferry generally sit between £80 and £150. Professional whitening after braces costs £200–£450 for a take-home kit, and £300–£700 for in-chair treatment. Most practices offer post-orthodontic whitening packages combining tray whitening with retainer review.
Frequently Asked Questions — Aftercare in Broughty Ferry
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Broughty Ferry?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Broughty Ferry is BROUGHTY FERRY DENTAL CARE in Tayport, about 0.2 miles to the south. The next closest are 196 BROOK STREET (0.3 miles) and CHERRY TREE DENTAL PRACTICE (0.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Broughty Ferry?
Our register has 35 practices within 5 miles of Broughty Ferry, 46 practices within 10 miles and 67 practices within 20 miles.
Where can I get a retainer near Broughty Ferry?
The nearest practice to Broughty Ferry that lists retainers is Perla Orthodontics in Tayport, about 0.5 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include Kingsway Dental Practice (2.8 miles) and Beam Orthodontics (4.2 miles).
What NHS area is Broughty Ferry in for dental services?
NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Tayside.
Is Broughty Ferry rural or urban?
By ONS classification, Broughty Ferry falls under large Urban Areas.
How deprived is Broughty Ferry compared with the rest of Scotland?
By the national deprivation index, Broughty Ferry is less deprived than most of Scotland. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
Which towns are close to Broughty Ferry?
Nearby towns include Kingennie, Murroes, Balmossie.
How long do I need retainers after braces?
Removable retainers should be worn full-time for the first 3-6 months, then nights only indefinitely. Retention is now considered a lifelong commitment — the previous guidance of stopping after 2 years was responsible for significant relapse in many patients. Fixed bonded retainers stay in place permanently.
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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