Orthodontic practices near Burness
On our practice register: None within 20 miles of Burness. The closest is DAISYBANK CLINIC in Kirkwall, 24.9 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DAISYBANK CLINICKirkwall | 24.9 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| KIRKWALL DENTAL PRACTICEKirkwall | 25.2 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| ORKNEY DENTALKirkwall | 25.3 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| THE BALFOURKirkwall | 25.8 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Burness at a Glance
| Nation | Scotland |
|---|---|
| Council area | Orkney Islands |
| NHS dental services | NHS Orkney |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384 |
| Area type (ONS) | Remote Rural |
| Deprivation | Around the Scotland average |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Orkney Islands | 140th closest to an orthodontic practice of 149 places in the county (the county median is 8.4 miles) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | DAISYBANK CLINIC, Kirkwall — 25 miles ORKNEY DENTAL, Stromness — 34 miles BRIDGEND HEALTH CARE CENTRE, Thurso — 59 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 55 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
Sources: ONS geography via postcodes.io, Census 2021 (NOMIS), DfE school statistics and Get Information About Schools, OHID Fingertips, UK NHS dental charge schedules and our orthodontic practice register. Distances are straight-line.
Getting orthodontic treatment from Burness
No practice on our register is within 15 miles of Burness; the nearest is DAISYBANK CLINIC in Kirkwall, 24.9 miles away. With a journey that long, an online photo assessment first can tell you whether treatment is likely to suit you before you travel, and aligner treatment needs fewer visits than fixed braces.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Burness are commissioned by NHS Orkney, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is DAISYBANK CLINIC in Kirkwall, 24.9 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Burness to DAISYBANK CLINIC is roughly 55 minutes each way. A course of fixed braces typically means 10 to 20 visits (a consultation, the fitting, 7 to 17 adjustments and the removal), which from here comes to about 650 to 1,290 miles and 18 to 37 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £290 to £580 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 390 to 650 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey.
Orthodontic Treatment In Burness
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Orthodontist in Burness: People exploring braces and clear aligners in Burness often want a better starting point than a generic directory result. It also supports people comparing orthodontic options across Orkney Islands.
Local provider signals in Burness
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Burness. The nearest we do hold are DAISYBANK CLINIC in Kirkwall, about 25 miles away; ORKNEY DENTAL in Stromness, about 34 miles away; and BRIDGEND HEALTH CARE CENTRE in Thurso, about 59 miles away.
Where Burness sits locally
Otterswick is the closest neighbouring location page, around 4 km south of Burness.
The local picture in Burness
Officially, Burness is categorised as remote Rural. NHS dental commissioning in Burness falls under NHS Orkney. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Burness; the nearest is about 25 miles away. Burness's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with Scotland as a whole.
Browse nearby orthodontic locations
Related pages for Otterswick, Broughtown, Templehall, Lady, Overbister, and Kettletoft are worth a look if you want to widen your search beyond this area.
Orthodontic Treatments in Burness
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Burness can feel overwhelming at first. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Burness
Every treatment type has strengths and limitations. This filters quickly to the options most relevant to your situation:
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Burness
Orthodontic treatment in Burness is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. Knowing what happens at each step — and roughly how long it takes — removes most of the uncertainty. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.
From First Photo to Finished Smile in Burness
Every case in Burness follows broadly the same arc; knowing the stages in advance makes the whole thing feel far more manageable.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Burness. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Burness
If Burness, Orkney Islands is just one of several areas you're considering, this section can help with the rest. You can continue your local browsing with nearby places including Otterswick, Broughtown, Templehall, Lady, Overbister, and Kettletoft.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Burness
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Burness often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Burness?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Burness is DAISYBANK CLINIC in Kirkwall, about 24.9 miles to the south-west. The next closest are KIRKWALL DENTAL PRACTICE (25.2 miles) and ORKNEY DENTAL (25.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Burness?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Burness, 0 practices within 10 miles and 0 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Kirkwall, 24.9 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Burness?
The nearest practice to Burness that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is DAISYBANK CLINIC in Kirkwall, about 24.9 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include KIRKWALL DENTAL PRACTICE (25.2 miles) and ORKNEY DENTAL (25.3 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Burness, Orkney Islands?
Many patients begin with an online orthodontic assessment so they can understand possible treatment routes before booking an appointment.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Burness, Orkney Islands?
Yes. The most suitable treatment depends on the case, and an assessment can help compare braces and aligners in a more meaningful way.