Costs in Broughty Ferry at a Glance
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384 |
|---|---|
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of Scotland |
| Nearest practice listing private treatment | Perla Orthodontics, Tayport — under a mile; 8 within 10 miles |
| Nearest practice listing payment plans | Kingsway Dental Practice, Dundee — 2.8 miles; 2 within 10 miles |
| Practices on our register | 35 within 5 miles, 46 within 10, 67 within 20 |
| Area type (ONS) | Large Urban Areas |
| Access within Dundee City | 3rd closest to a practice of 17 places in the county; the county median is 0.6 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 Broughty Ferry that list payment plans
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 that mentions finance or monthly payments is Kingsway Dental Practice, 2.8 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Finance | 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 payment plans
The closest town with practices listing payment plans 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 | 20 | 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.
What a course costs from Broughty Ferry, travel included
The fees are typical UK private prices. Travel is added for the journey to BROUGHTY FERRY DENTAL CARE, the nearest practice on our register (under a mile away, about 0.3 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 | under £10 | £1,500 to £3,500 |
| Ceramic braces | £2,000 to £4,500 | 10 to 20 | under £10 | £2,000 to £4,500 |
| Lingual braces | £4,000 to £8,000 | 10 to 20 | under £10 | £4,000 to £8,000 |
| Clear aligners | £1,500 to £5,500 | 6 to 10 | under £10 | £1,500 to £5,500 |
| Invisalign | £2,500 to £5,500 | 6 to 10 | under £10 | £2,500 to £5,500 |
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 Broughty Ferry
| Cost factor | Look for | Nearest listing it | Next nearest | Within 20 miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Free first appointment | a free consultation | Perla Orthodontics, Tayport (under a mile) | Kingsway Dental Practice (2.8 miles); Beam Orthodontics (4.2 miles) | 3 |
| Monthly payments | payment plans | Kingsway Dental Practice, Dundee (2.8 miles) | Beam Orthodontics (4.2 miles) | 2 |
| NHS treatment | NHS orthodontics | BROUGHTY FERRY DENTAL CARE, Tayport (under a mile) | 196 BROOK STREET (under a mile); CHERRY TREE DENTAL PRACTICE (under a mile) | 28 |
| Private treatment | private fees | Perla Orthodontics, Tayport (under a mile) | Oris Dental & Implant Studio (2.1 miles); Kingsway Dental Practice (2.8 miles) | 8 |
| Aligner prices to compare | aligners | Perla Orthodontics, Tayport (under a mile) | Discovery Dental Care (4.1 miles); Beam Orthodontics (4.2 miles) | 3 |
| Brace prices to compare | fixed braces | Perla Orthodontics, Tayport (under a mile) | Discovery Dental Care (4.1 miles); Beam Orthodontics (4.2 miles) | 3 |
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 Broughty Ferry. What's included in a quote matters as much as the headline figure when you compare providers. This guide sets out typical fees, what affects them, and how payment plans spread the cost.
What Affects Orthodontic Costs?
Treatment type sets the baseline: the appliance you choose, from budget metal to premium lingual, largely decides the starting price before anything else.
Case complexity adds to it regardless of appliance — more movement means more trays or adjustments, more visits, and more of the clinician's time.
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 are the additional aligners often needed after the first series; confirm they're covered rather than charged per set.
Practice location and overheads explain part of the spread: overheads differ practice to practice in Broughty Ferry, and shopping around is standard for private treatment.
What Each Treatment Costs in Broughty Ferry
The table below sets out indicative private ranges in Broughty Ferry — useful for a like-for-like comparison:
| Treatment type | Typical cost range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| NHS metal braces | 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. |
| Private metal braces | £1,500–£3,500 | No waiting list. Full arch treatment. Retainers included in good practices. |
| Ceramic braces | £2,000–£4,500 | Tooth-coloured brackets. More discreet than metal. Not NHS-available. |
| Clear aligners (non-Invisalign) | £1,500–£4,500 | Wide range by brand and complexity. Confirm refinements and retainers are included. |
| Invisalign Lite | £2,500–£3,500 | Mild cases only. Limited refinements. |
| Invisalign Comprehensive | £3,500–£5,500 | Moderate to complex. Unlimited refinements within treatment cycle. |
| Lingual braces | £4,000–£8,000 | Completely hidden. Highest cost. Fewest providers in Broughty Ferry. |
These are typical private fee ranges for Broughty Ferry — individual practices may charge more or less depending on their overheads, location, and clinician experience. Always request a written treatment plan with the full fee itemised before committing.
Cost Context for Broughty Ferry
Expect private full fixed brace treatment costs in Broughty Ferry to fall roughly 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 Broughty Ferry vary in the treatments and appointment types they offer. Broughty Ferry's ONS geography type is large Urban Areas. For NHS dental services, Broughty Ferry falls under NHS Tayside. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (35), Broughty Ferry has more choice than 90% of towns in Scotland. By national deprivation ranking, Broughty Ferry sits among the less deprived areas of Scotland. 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 → 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.
Frequently Asked Questions — Costs 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.
Which practices near Broughty Ferry offer payment plans?
The nearest practice to Broughty Ferry that mentions finance or monthly payment options is Kingsway Dental Practice in Dundee, about 2.8 miles to the west. Others nearby include Beam Orthodontics (4.2 miles).
Who commissions NHS dentistry in Broughty Ferry?
NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Tayside.
Is Broughty Ferry rural or urban?
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, Fetterdale, Tayport.
How much does Invisalign cost?
Invisalign costs typically range from £2,500 for Invisalign Lite (mild cases) to £5,500 for Invisalign Comprehensive (complex full-arch treatment). Fees should include ClinCheck planning, all aligner trays, refinements within the treatment cycle, and retainers.
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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