Orthodontic practices near Burroughston
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Burroughston; 4 practices within 10 and 5 practices within 20. The closest is DAISYBANK CLINIC in Kirkwall, 7.8 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DAISYBANK CLINICKirkwall | 7.8 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| KIRKWALL DENTAL PRACTICEKirkwall | 8.1 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| ORKNEY DENTALKirkwall | 8.2 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| THE BALFOURKirkwall | 8.7 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| ORKNEY DENTALStromness | 18.8 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Burroughston with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Kirkwall, 7.8 miles south-west; the next are Stromness (18.8 miles south-west).
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Burroughston 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 | 70th closest to an orthodontic practice of 149 places in the county (the county median is 8.4 miles) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | DAISYBANK CLINIC, Kirkwall — 8 miles ORKNEY DENTAL, Stromness — 19 miles BRIDGEND HEALTH CARE CENTRE, Thurso — 42 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 15 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 4 within 10 miles, 5 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 Burroughston
From Burroughston the nearest practice is DAISYBANK CLINIC in Kirkwall, 7.8 miles away. A course of braces or aligners involves many appointments, so the length of that journey matters when comparing it with practices further afield. Within 10 miles there are 4 practices, and within 20 there are 5.
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 Burroughston are commissioned by NHS Orkney, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is DAISYBANK CLINIC in Kirkwall, 7.8 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Burroughston to DAISYBANK CLINIC is roughly 15 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 200 to 410 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £90 to £185 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 120 to 200 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey.
Orthodontic Treatment In Burroughston
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Orthodontist in Burroughston: People weighing up braces or aligners in Burroughston can use this page to understand the options before making contact with a practice. The information here applies just as well to nearby parts of Orkney Islands.
Practice data for Burroughston
There is no orthodontist on our records in Burroughston itself. The closest on record are DAISYBANK CLINIC in Kirkwall, about 8 miles away; ORKNEY DENTAL in Stromness, about 19 miles away; and BRIDGEND HEALTH CARE CENTRE in Thurso, about 42 miles away.
Continue your local research
Related pages for Backaland, Yinstay, Veness, Balfour, Tankerness, and Guith are worth a look if you want to widen your search beyond this area.
Local context for Burroughston
Just around 7 km south-west, Balfour is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
What official data says about Burroughston
Officially, Burroughston is categorised as remote Rural. NHS dental commissioning in Burroughston falls under NHS Orkney. Burroughston has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 8 miles away. Burroughston sits close to the Scotland average for deprivation.
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Burroughston
Orthodontic treatment in Burroughston is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Burroughston
What's available in Burroughston depends on the practice, so it's worth checking directly what each one offers. Burroughston is classified as remote Rural. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Orkney. People in Burroughston usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 8 miles away. Burroughston sits close to the Scotland average for deprivation. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
Orthodontic Treatments in Burroughston
Patients in Burroughston have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. The best treatment isn't the most expensive or the most discreet — it's the one that matches your case, lifestyle and budget. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs.
Which Treatment Is Right for You?
Start with a consultation — most orthodontists in Burroughston offer a free or low-cost initial assessment. Avoid choosing treatment based on advertising before understanding what your teeth actually need. If discretion is your top priority, aligners or ceramic/lingual braces are the shortlist. If budget is primary and you meet NHS criteria, metal braces deliver excellent outcomes at minimal cost.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Burroughston. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Burroughston
This part of the page is useful if you want to compare Burroughston, Orkney Islands with surrounding locations. You can continue your local browsing with nearby places including Backaland, Yinstay, Veness, Balfour, Tankerness, and Guith.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Burroughston
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Burroughston often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Burroughston?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Burroughston is DAISYBANK CLINIC in Kirkwall, about 7.8 miles to the south-west. The next closest are KIRKWALL DENTAL PRACTICE (8.1 miles) and ORKNEY DENTAL (8.2 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Burroughston?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Burroughston, 4 practices within 10 miles and 5 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Kirkwall, 7.8 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Burroughston?
The nearest practice to Burroughston that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is DAISYBANK CLINIC in Kirkwall, about 7.8 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include KIRKWALL DENTAL PRACTICE (8.1 miles) and ORKNEY DENTAL (8.2 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Burroughston, Orkney Islands?
The usual starting point is a short online assessment: upload a few guided photos and a clinician reviews your case remotely.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Burroughston, Orkney Islands?
Yes. Once a clinician has reviewed your photos, they can advise which treatment type is more likely to suit your case.