Orthodontic practices near Carrick Knowe
On our practice register: 109 practices within 5 miles of Carrick Knowe, 156 practices within 10 and 245 practices within 20. The closest is Vermilion Orthodontics in Colinton, 0.3 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vermilion OrthodonticsColinton | 0.3 miles north-west | – | – | – | 5.0 (2 reviews) |
| CORNERSTONE SMILEColinton | 0.4 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| CORSTORPHINE DENTAL CAREColinton | 0.4 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| MY DENTISTColinton | 0.4 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Sunrise Dental Clinic I Award Winning Paediatric I Orthodontic I Implant & Smile Design ClinicColinton | 0.5 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (219 reviews) |
| THE CROSS DENTAL AND IMPLANT CENTREColinton | 0.6 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| 176-178 ST JOHN'S ROADColinton | 0.8 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| HMP EDINBURGHColinton | 0.9 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Carrick Knowe with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Colinton, 0.3 miles north-west; the next are Edinburgh (0.9 miles east) and Cramond Bridge (1.5 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Colinton | 12 | 0.3 miles north-west |
| Edinburgh | 14 | 0.9 miles east |
| Cramond Bridge | 1 | 1.5 miles north-west |
| Clermiston | 2 | 1.6 miles north-west |
| Davidsons Mains | 1 | 1.8 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Carrick Knowe
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Integrated Dentalcare in Edinburgh (4.9 from 323 reviews), 2.2 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated DentalcareEdinburgh | 4.9 (323 reviews) | 2.2 miles east |
| Sunrise Dental Clinic I Award Winning Paediatric I Orthodontic I Implant & Smile Design ClinicColinton | 4.9 (219 reviews) | 0.5 miles north-west |
| Ardmillan Orthodontics LtdEdinburgh | 4.5 (68 reviews) | 1.7 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Carrick Knowe at a Glance
| Nation | Scotland |
|---|---|
| Council area | City of Edinburgh |
| NHS dental services | NHS Lothian |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384 |
| Area type (ONS) | Large Urban Areas |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of Scotland |
| Practices within 5 miles | 109 practices, more than 96% of towns in Scotland |
| Access within City of Edinburgh | 39th closest to an orthodontic practice of 118 places in the county (the county median is 0.4 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.3 miles away, closer than 90% of towns in Scotland |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Dundee Dental Hospital, Dundee — 38 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Vermilion Orthodontics, Colinton — under a mile 91 CORSTORPHINE ROAD, Edinburgh — under a mile 9 BUGHTLIN MARKET, Cramond Bridge — 2 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 156 within 10 miles, 245 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 Carrick Knowe
Carrick Knowe has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Vermilion Orthodontics in Colinton is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 156 practices, and within 20 there are 245.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Ardmillan Orthodontics Ltd (1.7 miles) mentions remote consultations, and 3 of the practices around Carrick Knowe list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Carrick Knowe are commissioned by NHS Lothian; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is CORNERSTONE SMILE in Colinton, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee, about 38 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Carrick Knowe
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Orthodontist in Carrick Knowe: This page is built to support early-stage orthodontic research for people looking at treatment options in Carrick Knowe. It connects local orthodontic research in Carrick Knowe with the wider City of Edinburgh area.
Local orthodontic signals in Carrick Knowe
There is no orthodontist on our records in Carrick Knowe itself. The nearest we do hold are Vermilion Orthodontics in Colinton, under a mile away; 91 CORSTORPHINE ROAD in Edinburgh, under a mile away; and 9 BUGHTLIN MARKET in Cramond Bridge, about 2 miles away.
More local pages to browse
If you want to compare surrounding areas as well as this one, pages such as Broomhouse, Saughton, Stenhouse, Corstorphine, Saughtonhall, and Kingsknowe may also help.
Local snapshot of Carrick Knowe
The nearest other location we cover is Corstorphine, around 1 km to the west.
Area profile for Carrick Knowe
Carrick Knowe's ONS geography type is large Urban Areas. For NHS dental services, Carrick Knowe falls under NHS Lothian. Carrick Knowe has 109 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 96% of towns in Scotland. National deprivation data ranks Carrick Knowe among Scotland's less deprived areas. The nearest university dental hospital to Carrick Knowe is Dundee Dental Hospital, Dundee, about 38 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Carrick Knowe
Orthodontic treatment in Carrick Knowe is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Carrick Knowe
Orthodontic practices in and around Carrick Knowe vary in the treatments and appointment types they offer. Classified by ONS as large Urban Areas, Carrick Knowe sits within NHS Lothian for NHS dental commissioning. With 109 orthodontic practices within five miles, Carrick Knowe is better served than 96% of towns in Scotland. By national deprivation ranking, Carrick Knowe sits among the less deprived areas of Scotland. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Carrick Knowe is about 38 miles from Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Carrick Knowe
The orthodontic landscape in Carrick Knowe offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. The best treatment isn't the most expensive or the most discreet — it's the one that matches your case, lifestyle and budget. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Carrick Knowe
Every treatment type has strengths and limitations. This filters quickly to the options most relevant to your situation:
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Carrick Knowe. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Carrick Knowe
This part of the page is useful if you want to compare Carrick Knowe, City of Edinburgh with surrounding locations. Other local pages worth browsing include Broomhouse, Saughton, Stenhouse, Corstorphine, Saughtonhall, and Kingsknowe.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Carrick Knowe
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Carrick Knowe often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Carrick Knowe?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Carrick Knowe is Vermilion Orthodontics in Colinton, about 0.3 miles to the north-west. The next closest are CORNERSTONE SMILE (0.4 miles) and CORSTORPHINE DENTAL CARE (0.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Carrick Knowe?
Our register has 109 practices within 5 miles of Carrick Knowe, 156 practices within 10 miles and 245 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Carrick Knowe?
The nearest practice to Carrick Knowe that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is CORNERSTONE SMILE in Colinton, about 0.4 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include CORSTORPHINE DENTAL CARE (0.4 miles) and MY DENTIST (0.4 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Carrick Knowe, City of Edinburgh?
Most patients start by uploading photos rather than booking a first consultation blind, which helps set expectations early.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Carrick Knowe, City of Edinburgh?
Yes. Comparing the two properly usually means having someone assess your bite and alignment first.