Orthodontic practices near Burnside
On our practice register: 3 practices within 5 miles of Burnside, 6 practices within 10 and 57 practices within 20. The closest is HIGH STREET DENTAL PRACTICE in Forfar, 2.4 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HIGH STREET DENTAL PRACTICEForfar | 2.4 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| FORFAR DENTAL CAREForfar | 2.7 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| CASTLE STREET DENTALForfar | 2.7 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| KIRRIEMUIR DENTAL PRACTICEKirriemuir | 7.5 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| R AND PM THOMSONBrechin | 8.6 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| ESK DENTAL CAREBrechin | 8.8 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| NO 80 DENTAL PRACTICEArbroath | 10.3 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| LAWS DENTALCarnoustie | 10.3 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Burnside with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Forfar, 2.4 miles west; the next are Kirriemuir (7.5 miles west) and Brechin (8.6 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Forfar | 3 | 2.4 miles west |
| Kirriemuir | 1 | 7.5 miles west |
| Brechin | 2 | 8.6 miles north-east |
| Arbroath | 4 | 10.3 miles south-east |
| Carnoustie | 2 | 10.3 miles south |
| Monifieth | 4 | 10.9 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Burnside
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Perla Orthodontics in Tayport (4.7 from 13 reviews), 12.2 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Perla OrthodonticsTayport | 4.7 (13 reviews) | 12.2 miles south |
| Oris Dental & Implant StudioMonifieth | 4.6 (87 reviews) | 10.9 miles south |
| Kingsway Dental PracticeDundee | 3.2 (14 reviews) | 12.1 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Burnside at a Glance
| Nation | Scotland |
|---|---|
| Council area | Angus |
| NHS dental services | NHS Tayside |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384 |
| Area type (ONS) | Accessible Rural |
| Deprivation | Around the Scotland average |
| Practices within 5 miles | 3 practices, more than 63% of towns in Scotland |
| Access within Angus | 56th closest to an orthodontic practice of 168 places in the county (the county median is 3.5 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 2.4 miles away, closer than 63% of towns in Scotland |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Dundee Dental Hospital, Dundee — 14 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | HIGH STREET DENTAL PRACTICE, Forfar — 2 miles KIRRIEMUIR DENTAL PRACTICE, Kirriemuir — 8 miles R AND PM THOMSON, Brechin — 9 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 6 within 10 miles, 57 within 20 miles |
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 Burnside
Burnside is 2.4 miles from HIGH STREET DENTAL PRACTICE in Forfar, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 6 practices, and within 20 there are 57.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Kingsway Dental Practice (12.1 miles) mentions a free consultation; Perla Orthodontics (12.2 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 1 of the practices around Burnside list clear aligners, the nearest 12.2 miles away.
For NHS treatment, which is free for eligible under-18s and reached by dentist referral rather than by contacting a practice: NHS dental services around Burnside are commissioned by NHS Tayside; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is HIGH STREET DENTAL PRACTICE in Forfar, 2.4 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee, about 14 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Burnside
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If you are looking for an orthodontist in Burnside, this page is designed to help you compare braces, clear aligners, and online assessment options before arranging a visit. It connects local orthodontic research in Burnside with the wider Angus area.
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If you are comparing a wider local area, you can also browse nearby orthodontic location pages such as Reswallie, Dunnichen, Clocksbriggs, Rescobie, Auchterforfar, and Craichie.
Burnside in context
Burnside is classified as accessible Rural. Burnside sits within NHS Tayside for NHS dental commissioning. Burnside has 3 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 63% of towns in Scotland. Burnside sits close to the Scotland average for deprivation. The nearest university dental hospital to Burnside is Dundee Dental Hospital, Dundee, about 14 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Practice data for Burnside
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Burnside. The nearest we do hold are HIGH STREET DENTAL PRACTICE in Forfar, about 2 miles away; KIRRIEMUIR DENTAL PRACTICE, about 8 miles away; and R AND PM THOMSON in Brechin, about 9 miles away.
About Burnside
Heading north for around 1 km brings you to Reswallie, the closest linked location.
The Orthodontic Journey in Burnside
Orthodontic treatment in Burnside is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
Treatment in Burnside runs through a predictable sequence of stages, set out below so you know what's coming.
Orthodontic Treatments in Burnside
The orthodontic landscape in Burnside offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
Treatment Options in Burnside — Local Context
How quickly you can be seen, and what's on offer, varies between the practices serving Burnside. Burnside's ONS geography type is accessible Rural. NHS Tayside is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Burnside. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (3), Burnside has more choice than 63% of towns in Scotland. Burnside sits close to the Scotland average for deprivation. The nearest university dental hospital to Burnside is Dundee Dental Hospital, Dundee, about 14 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Burnside itself. The nearest recorded are HIGH STREET DENTAL PRACTICE in Forfar, about 2 miles away; KIRRIEMUIR DENTAL PRACTICE, about 8 miles away; and R AND PM THOMSON in Brechin, about 9 miles away. Case complexity — not just preference — is usually what determines whether aligners or fixed braces are recommended.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Burnside. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Burnside
These local links are here for anyone comparing Burnside, Angus against nearby alternatives. Related nearby location pages such as Reswallie, Dunnichen, Clocksbriggs, Rescobie, Auchterforfar, and Craichie can help you compare a wider local area.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Burnside
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Burnside often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Burnside?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Burnside is HIGH STREET DENTAL PRACTICE in Forfar, about 2.4 miles to the west. The next closest are FORFAR DENTAL CARE (2.7 miles) and CASTLE STREET DENTAL (2.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Burnside?
Our register has 3 practices within 5 miles of Burnside, 6 practices within 10 miles and 57 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Burnside?
The nearest practice to Burnside that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is HIGH STREET DENTAL PRACTICE in Forfar, about 2.4 miles to the west. Others nearby include FORFAR DENTAL CARE (2.7 miles) and CASTLE STREET DENTAL (2.7 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Burnside, Angus?
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 Burnside, Angus?
Yes. The most suitable treatment depends on the case, and an assessment can help compare braces and aligners in a more meaningful way.