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Orthodontic practices near Canongate

On our practice register: 118 practices within 5 miles of Canongate, 148 practices within 10 and 237 practices within 20. The closest is Holyrood Dental Care in Edinburgh, 0.1 miles north-east.

PracticeDistanceNHSBracesAlignersGoogle rating
Holyrood Dental CareEdinburgh0.1 miles north-east✓–✓4.6 (154 reviews)
VITALITY DENTALEdinburgh0.4 miles south-west✓–––
YOUR DENTISTEdinburgh0.5 miles south✓–––
UNIVERSITY DENTAL CAREEdinburgh0.5 miles south✓–––
MONTGOMERY STREET DENTAL CAREEdinburgh0.6 miles north✓–––
HOPE PARK DENTAL PRACTICEEdinburgh0.6 miles south✓–––
DENTAL SURGERY 2Edinburgh0.6 miles north-east✓–––
Abbeymount Dental CareEdinburgh0.6 miles north-east–––4.9 (254 reviews)

✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.

Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Canongate

Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is The Row Dental Edinburgh (5.0 from 346 reviews), 0.6 miles north-west.

PracticeGoogle ratingDistance
The Row Dental EdinburghEdinburgh5.0 (346 reviews)0.6 miles north-west
Abbeymount Dental CareEdinburgh4.9 (254 reviews)0.6 miles north-east
Cherrybank Dental SpaEdinburgh4.8 (419 reviews)0.8 miles north-west
Edinburgh Dental SpecialistsEdinburgh4.8 (350 reviews)0.9 miles west

Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.

Canongate at a Glance

NationScotland
Council areaCity of Edinburgh
NHS dental servicesNHS Lothian
NHS orthodontic chargesFree under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384
Area type (ONS)Large Urban Areas
DeprivationAround the Scotland average
Practices within 5 miles118 practices, more than 97% of towns in Scotland
Access within City of Edinburgh3rd closest to an orthodontic practice of 118 places in the county (the county median is 0.4 miles)
Nearest practice compared0.1 miles away, closer than 97% of towns in Scotland
Nearest university dental hospitalDundee Dental Hospital, Dundee — 36 miles
Nearest orthodontic practicesHolyrood Dental Care, Edinburgh — under a mile
CRAIGMILLAR DENTAL CENTRE, Danderhall — 2 miles
MY DENTIST, Musselburgh — 3 miles
Practices within 10 and 20 miles148 within 10 miles, 237 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 Canongate

The nearest practice to Canongate is Holyrood Dental Care in Edinburgh, under a mile away, close enough that the many short appointments in a course of treatment are rarely a burden. Within 10 miles there are 148 practices, and within 20 there are 237.

Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Scottish Orthodontics Carluke (under a mile) mentions a free consultation, and 6 of the practices around Canongate list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile 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 Canongate are commissioned by NHS Lothian; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Holyrood Dental Care in Edinburgh, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee, about 36 miles away.

Orthodontic Treatment In Canongate

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Find orthodontic treatment in Canongate

Orthodontist in Canongate: People exploring braces and clear aligners in Canongate often want a better starting point than a generic directory result. The information here applies just as well to nearby parts of City of Edinburgh.

The local picture in Canongate

By ONS classification, Canongate falls under large Urban Areas. For NHS dental services, Canongate falls under NHS Lothian. With 118 orthodontic practices within five miles, Canongate is better served than 97% of towns in Scotland. National deprivation data puts Canongate close to the Scotland median. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Canongate is about 36 miles from Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee.

Where Canongate sits locally

Heading north for under 1 km brings you to Dumbiedykes, the closest linked location.

Browse nearby orthodontic locations

Nearby location pages including Dumbiedykes, Roxburgh's Court, Abbeyhill, Sciennes, South Side, and York Place can help you keep exploring local orthodontic treatment options.

Useful local orthodontic context for Canongate

We hold no orthodontic practice records in Canongate itself. The nearest recorded are Holyrood Dental Care in Edinburgh, under a mile away; CRAIGMILLAR DENTAL CENTRE in Danderhall, about 2 miles away; and MY DENTIST in Musselburgh, about 3 miles away.

Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Canongate

From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Canongate has the full spectrum of options. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.

How to Choose in Canongate

The right treatment depends on three factors: clinical complexity, lifestyle, and budget. Complex bite problems are best handled by fixed braces. Patients with mild to moderate issues who prioritise aesthetics are good aligner candidates. Budget matters — NHS metal braces are the most affordable route for eligible patients, while payment plans from most Canongate practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.

Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Canongate

Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Canongate helps you ask the right questions. Knowing what happens at each step — and roughly how long it takes — removes most of the uncertainty. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.

The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage

Treatment in Canongate runs through a predictable sequence of stages, set out below so you know what's coming.

This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Canongate. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.

Frequently Asked Questions in Canongate

Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Canongate often want to know before getting started.

Where is the nearest orthodontist to Canongate?

On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Canongate is Holyrood Dental Care in Edinburgh, about 0.1 miles to the north-east. The next closest are VITALITY DENTAL (0.4 miles) and YOUR DENTIST (0.5 miles).

How many orthodontic practices are near Canongate?

Our register has 118 practices within 5 miles of Canongate, 148 practices within 10 miles and 237 practices within 20 miles.

Is there an NHS orthodontist near Canongate?

The nearest practice to Canongate that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Holyrood Dental Care in Edinburgh, about 0.1 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include VITALITY DENTAL (0.4 miles) and YOUR DENTIST (0.5 miles).

How do I start orthodontic treatment in Canongate, City of Edinburgh?

A guided photo assessment is often the easiest starting point because it helps move broad research into something more specific.

Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Canongate, City of Edinburgh?

Yes. A review of your photos and concerns can help show whether braces or clear aligners may be the better route.

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TitleCanongate, City of Edinburgh Clear Aligners
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Published1 June 2022
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