Retainers in Burdiehouse at a Glance
| Nearest practice listing retainers | None within 30 miles on our register |
|---|---|
| Nearest practice with emergency care | None within 30 miles on our register |
| Nearest practice open evenings or weekends | None within 30 miles on our register |
| Practices on our register | 96 within 5 miles, 141 within 10, 224 within 20 |
| Area type (ONS) | Accessible Rural |
| Deprivation | Around the Scotland average |
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 Burdiehouse listing retainers
On our practice register: 96 practices within 5 miles of Burdiehouse, 141 practices within 10 and 224 practices within 20. The closest is 50 FOUNTAIN PLACE in Loanhead, 0.8 miles south-east. Few practices near here list retainers in their published information, so this lists the nearest of any kind.
| Practice | Distance | Retainers | Emergency care | Evenings or weekends | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50 FOUNTAIN PLACELoanhead | 0.8 miles south-east | – | – | – | – |
| SHANKS DENTAL CARE LTDLoanhead | 0.9 miles north | – | – | – | – |
| BRITE DENTAL GILMERTONDanderhall | 1.5 miles north-east | – | – | – | – |
| FAIRMILEHEAD DENTAL PRACTICEColinton | 2.0 miles north-west | – | – | – | – |
| 1 LIBERTON BRAEDanderhall | 2.0 miles north | – | – | – | – |
| BONNYRIGG DENTAL CAREBonnyrigg | 2.3 miles south-east | – | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Burdiehouse with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Loanhead, 0.8 miles south-east; the next are Danderhall (1.5 miles north-east) and Colinton (2.0 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Loanhead | 2 | 0.8 miles south-east |
| Danderhall | 3 | 1.5 miles north-east |
| Colinton | 2 | 2.0 miles north-west |
| Bonnyrigg | 3 | 2.3 miles south-east |
| Roslin | 1 | 2.3 miles south |
| Edinburgh | 16 | 2.6 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Retainers near Burdiehouse
None of the 30 practices nearest Burdiehouse on our register mentions the treatments or services in its own published information, so this page cannot say which of them offers what. The nearest practice of any kind is 50 FOUNTAIN PLACE, Loanhead, under a mile away, and a call or its website will say what it offers.
After braces or aligners, the bone and fibres around each tooth need time to settle. During the months of remodelling, retainers hold the teeth precisely where treatment left them. Practices across Burdiehouse usually supply both a fixed wire and a removable tray for belt-and-braces protection.
Looking After Retainers in Burdiehouse
Essix retainers need replacing every one to three years on average — heat from dishwashers, hot drinks or a hot car warps the plastic. Clean them with a soft brush and cold water, never abrasive toothpaste, and use cleaning tablets occasionally.
Treat a lost or broken retainer as time-sensitive. Any orthodontic practice in Burdiehouse can help, and catching a problem early is always far cheaper than dealing with relapse later.
Retainer Services in Burdiehouse
Appointment availability and the range of treatments on offer both vary practice to practice around Burdiehouse. Burdiehouse's ONS geography type is accessible Rural. NHS dental commissioning in Burdiehouse falls under NHS Lothian. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (93), Burdiehouse has more choice than 95% of towns in Scotland. Burdiehouse sits close to the Scotland average for deprivation. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Burdiehouse is Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee, about 40 miles away. See local practice availability in Burdiehouse → They typically offer retainer fitting, replacement, and emergency repair appointments.
Private replacement Essix retainers (per arch) in Burdiehouse typically costs between £80 and £150, depending on case complexity. Most practices can fabricate a replacement from a new scan or impression within a few working days. If you have moved away from your original treating practice, any orthodontic or dental practice in Burdiehouse can usually provide replacement retainers.
Retainer Options in Burdiehouse
Fixed (bonded) retainers sit permanently behind the front teeth as a discreet bonded wire, holding the result with zero patient effort. The trade-off is cleaning: floss threaders or interdental brushes are needed to keep the area healthy.
Essix retainers are clear thermoplastic trays much like aligners, removed for eating and cleaning. They're discreet and comfortable but can warp with heat and typically need replacing every 1–3 years.
Hawley retainers are the traditional acrylic-plate-and-wire design. They're more durable than Essix trays, adjustable if minor movement occurs, and can last many years — but they're more visible when worn.
Many orthodontists in Burdiehouse now provide both a fixed wire for continuous protection and a removable Essix tray for overnight use, combining the strengths of each.
After Your Braces Come Off in Burdiehouse
When braces come off or aligner treatment completes in Burdiehouse, protecting the result begins. How diligently you wear retainers is what separates a lasting result from gradual relapse. Below we walk through the de-bond, retainers, whitening timing and long-term check-ups.
Aftercare Services in Burdiehouse
How quickly you can be seen, and what's on offer, varies between the practices serving Burdiehouse. Burdiehouse's ONS geography type is accessible Rural. NHS dental commissioning in Burdiehouse falls under NHS Lothian. Burdiehouse has 93 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 95% of towns in Scotland. Burdiehouse's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with Scotland as a whole. The nearest university dental hospital to Burdiehouse is Dundee Dental Hospital, Dundee, about 40 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. They typically offer post-treatment services including retainer fitting, replacement, and professional whitening.
Frequently Asked Questions — Retainers in Burdiehouse
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Burdiehouse?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Burdiehouse is 50 FOUNTAIN PLACE in Loanhead, about 0.8 miles to the south-east. The next closest are SHANKS DENTAL CARE LTD (0.9 miles) and BRITE DENTAL GILMERTON (1.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Burdiehouse?
Our register has 96 practices within 5 miles of Burdiehouse, 141 practices within 10 miles and 224 practices within 20 miles.
Where can I get a retainer near Burdiehouse?
None of the practices within 30 miles lists retainers in its published information. Most orthodontic practices supply them, so ask the nearest ones directly.
What NHS area is Burdiehouse in for dental services?
NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Lothian.
Is Burdiehouse rural or urban?
ONS classifies Burdiehouse as accessible Rural.
How deprived is Burdiehouse compared with the rest of Scotland?
By the national deprivation index, Burdiehouse 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 Burdiehouse?
Kaimes, Liberton, Moredun are within easy reach of Burdiehouse.
How much does a replacement retainer cost?
Essix replacements typically run £80-£150 per arch, Hawley retainers £150-£250 but last longer, and rebonding a fixed wire is usually £50-£150. Prices vary by practice, so it's worth getting a quote locally.
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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