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.
Whether you or your child qualifies for NHS treatment in Broughty Ferry comes down to a structured assessment. The Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need (IOTN) is the primary tool used across Dundee City to decide who receives funded treatment. Knowing where you stand before the referral process saves time and manages expectations in Broughty Ferry.
What If You Don't Qualify for NHS Treatment?
If your IOTN score falls below the threshold for NHS funding, private orthodontic treatment is fully available with no eligibility criteria and no waiting list. This means you can start treatment within weeks of your consultation, with full choice of brace type — metal, ceramic, aligner, or lingual — rather than being limited to NHS metal braces.
For mild cases that fall into IOTN grades 1 or 2, clear aligners from private providers in Broughty Ferry are often a very cost-competitive option. Entry-level aligner systems for straightforward cases can cost significantly less than complex brace treatment, and many practices offer flexible monthly payment plans.
Eligibility in Broughty Ferry — Local Context
NHS orthodontic waiting times in Dundee City vary significantly by practice and by how the referral was made.
Treatment range and appointment slots differ between the practices covering Broughty Ferry — comparing a couple is worthwhile. Broughty Ferry's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most 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. For NHS dental services, Broughty Ferry falls under NHS Tayside. Broughty Ferry is classified as large Urban Areas. With 35 orthodontic practices within five miles, Broughty Ferry is better served than 90% of towns in Scotland. See local practice availability in Broughty Ferry → If you or your child do not meet the IOTN threshold for NHS treatment, private orthodontic care with no eligibility barrier and no waiting list is available from local practices, typically ranging from £1,500 to £5,500 depending on treatment type.
What Is IOTN?
Whether the NHS funds treatment comes down to the IOTN score, a standardised two-part measure used right across Dundee City.
The Dental Health Component (DHC) grades severity from 1 to 5:
- Grade 1 — No treatment need.
- Grade 2 — Little treatment need: mild malocclusion.
- Grade 3 — Borderline: moderate malocclusion.
- Grade 4 — Treatment need: severe malocclusion impacting dental health.
- Grade 5 — Very great need: most severe cases including impactions and large overjets.
The funding line sits at grade 4. Grade 3 cases go to a second measure — the Aesthetic Component, scored 1–10 from photographs — so a borderline case with strong aesthetic impact can still be funded.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Eligibility 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).
What NHS area is Broughty Ferry in for dental services?
NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Tayside.
What kind of area is Broughty Ferry?
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?
Balmossie, Stannergate, Douglas and Angus are within easy reach of Broughty Ferry.
How long is the NHS orthodontic waiting list in Broughty Ferry?
Typically 12-24 months in Dundee City, sometimes longer depending on the area. Private treatment skips the wait entirely — contact local practices for a current NHS 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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