NHS Treatment in Broughty Ferry at a Glance
| NHS dental services | NHS Tayside |
|---|---|
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384 |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of Scotland |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | BROUGHTY FERRY DENTAL CARE, Tayport — under a mile; 28 within 10 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Dundee Dental Hospital, Dundee — about 4 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Large Urban Areas |
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 listing NHS orthodontics near Broughty Ferry
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 NHS orthodontics is BROUGHTY FERRY DENTAL CARE, 0.2 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BROUGHTY FERRY DENTAL CARETayport | 0.2 miles south | ✓ | – | – |
| 196 BROOK STREETTayport | 0.3 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – |
| CHERRY TREE DENTAL PRACTICETayport | 0.4 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – |
| 56 TORRIDON ROADMonifieth | 0.5 miles north | ✓ | – | – |
| Perla OrthodonticsTayport | 0.5 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (13 reviews) |
| PANMURE DENTAL CAREMonifieth | 1.1 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – |
✓ 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 NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Tayport, 0.2 miles south; the next are Monifieth (0.5 miles north) and Dundee (2.3 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Tayport | 5 | 0.2 miles south |
| Monifieth | 4 | 0.5 miles north |
| Dundee | 18 | 2.3 miles north-west |
| Newport-on-Tay | 1 | 3.3 miles south-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 |
| Oris Dental & Implant StudioMonifieth | 4.6 (87 reviews) | 2.1 miles east |
| Discovery Dental CareDundee | 4.4 (47 reviews) | 4.1 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Broughty Ferry, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Bupa Dental Care, 22.7 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is BROUGHTY FERRY DENTAL CARE, Tayport, under a mile away. Referrals go to a practice with an NHS contract. |
| 3. The hospital for complex cases | The nearest university dental hospital is Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee, about 4 miles away. |
| 4. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Broughty Ferry are commissioned by NHS Tayside. |
NHS orthodontics is free for eligible under-18s and is reached by referral. Distances are straight-line.
Orthodontic problems in children are often best identified early. Understanding the difference between monitoring, interceptive and definitive treatment helps parents navigate it. Early review can prevent more complex problems later and simplify treatment when it does begin.
NHS Treatment for Children in Broughty Ferry
Eligible children under 18 in Broughty Ferry are entitled to NHS orthodontic treatment free of charge. The process starts with a dentist IOTN assessment and formal referral to the local NHS orthodontic service.
NHS waiting times vary — some families in the area wait 12-24 months or longer. Private treatment removes the waiting list and offers ceramic braces and aligner options not available on the NHS.
The Age-7 Assessment
The British Orthodontic Society recommends an orthodontic assessment by age 7 for children with notable concerns. At age 7, most children have their first permanent molars and incisors, giving an orthodontist enough information to evaluate jaw relationships, arch development, bite patterns, and likely future crowding.
Many children assessed at age 7-8 are placed on a monitoring programme and reviewed annually before active treatment begins at age 11-13. Early assessment in Broughty Ferry doesn't always mean early treatment — but it means the right treatment at the right time.
Children's Orthodontics in Broughty Ferry — Local Context
Treatment range and appointment slots differ between the practices covering Broughty Ferry — comparing a couple is worthwhile. Broughty Ferry's ONS geography type is large Urban Areas. Broughty Ferry sits within NHS Tayside for NHS dental commissioning. National deprivation data ranks Broughty Ferry among Scotland's less deprived areas. Broughty Ferry has 35 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 90% of towns in Scotland. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Broughty Ferry is about 4 miles from Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee. See local practice availability in Broughty Ferry → They typically offer children's assessments and NHS-funded treatment for eligible patients.
NHS orthodontic treatment for eligible children in Broughty Ferry is free, covering all appointments from assessment to retention. NHS waiting times in Dundee City are not fixed — they depend on the referring practice and local demand at the time. As a guide, private children's orthodontic treatment in Broughty Ferry usually ranges from £1,500 to £5,500.
Frequently Asked Questions — Children 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.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Broughty Ferry?
The nearest practice to Broughty Ferry that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is BROUGHTY FERRY DENTAL CARE in Tayport, about 0.2 miles to the south. Others nearby include 196 BROOK STREET (0.3 miles) and CHERRY TREE DENTAL PRACTICE (0.4 miles).
Which NHS body covers Broughty Ferry for dental care?
Broughty Ferry sits within NHS Tayside for NHS dental commissioning.
What kind of area is Broughty Ferry?
ONS classifies Broughty Ferry as 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.
What towns are near Broughty Ferry?
Nearby towns include Balmossie, Stannergate, Drumsturdy.
Can children get NHS braces in Broughty Ferry?
Yes, if they meet the IOTN threshold — their dentist refers once most adult teeth are through. NHS waiting times around Broughty Ferry vary, so it's worth asking locally for a current estimate.
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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