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Orthodontic practices near Charlestown

On our practice register: 28 practices within 5 miles of Charlestown, 56 practices within 10 and 280 practices within 20. The closest is Comely Park Dental Practice Dentist Dunfermline, 2.6 miles north-east.

PracticeDistanceNHSBracesAlignersGoogle rating
Comely Park Dental Practice Dentist DunfermlineDunfermline2.6 miles north-east––✓4.8 (40 reviews)
Canmore Dental PracticeDunfermline2.6 miles north-east✓––4.3 (18 reviews)
CHONG KWAN 6A HIGH STRDunfermline2.6 miles north-east✓–––
COMELY PARK DENTAL PRACTICEDunfermline2.6 miles north-east✓–––
Dentistry @ No 3Dunfermline2.6 miles north-east✓–✓4.9 (579 reviews)
CANMORE DENTAL DUNFERMLINEDunfermline2.6 miles north-east✓–––
M-Brace OrthodonticsDunfermline2.6 miles north-east–✓✓4.6 (19 reviews)
Mrs Shilan Jaf - Dental SurgeryDunfermline2.6 miles north-east–––5.0 (5 reviews)

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

Nearest places to Charlestown with orthodontic practices

The closest town with orthodontic practices is Dunfermline, 2.6 miles north-east; the next are Rosyth (3.0 miles east) and High Valleyfield (4.0 miles west).

PlacePracticesNearest
Dunfermline182.6 miles north-east
Rosyth33.0 miles east
High Valleyfield14.0 miles west
Inverkeithing14.0 miles east
Carnock14.1 miles north-west
Bo’ness24.4 miles west

Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.

Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Charlestown

Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is The Linden Tree Dental Lounge in Dunfermline (5.0 from 279 reviews), 3.4 miles east.

PracticeGoogle ratingDistance
The Linden Tree Dental LoungeDunfermline5.0 (279 reviews)3.4 miles east
Dentistry @ No 3Dunfermline4.9 (579 reviews)2.6 miles north-east
Comely Park Dental Practice Dentist DunfermlineDunfermline4.8 (40 reviews)2.6 miles north-east
Rosyth Dental CareRosyth4.7 (86 reviews)3.1 miles east

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

Charlestown at a Glance

NationScotland
Council areaFife
NHS dental servicesNHS Fife
NHS orthodontic chargesFree under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384
Area type (ONS)Accessible Rural
DeprivationLess deprived than most of Scotland
Practices within 5 miles27 practices, more than 88% of towns in Scotland
Access within Fife154th closest to an orthodontic practice of 229 places in the county (the county median is 1.5 miles)
Nearest practice compared2.6 miles away, closer than 61% of towns in Scotland
Nearest university dental hospitalGlasgow Dental Hospital, Glasgow — 32 miles
Nearest orthodontic practicesComely Park Dental Practice Dentist Dunfermline, Dunfermline — 3 miles
CHONG KWAN ROSYTH, Rosyth — 3 miles
HIGH VALLEYFIELD DENTAL CLINIC, High Valleyfield — 4 miles
Practices within 10 and 20 miles56 within 10 miles, 280 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 Charlestown

The nearest practice to Charlestown is Comely Park Dental Practice Dentist Dunfermline, 2.6 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 56 practices, and within 20 there are 280.

Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Dentistry @ No 3 (2.6 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 4 of the practices around Charlestown list clear aligners, the nearest 2.6 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 Charlestown are commissioned by NHS Fife; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Canmore Dental Practice in Dunfermline, 2.6 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Glasgow Dental Hospital in Glasgow, about 32 miles away.

Orthodontic Treatment In Charlestown

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Orthodontic treatment options in Charlestown

Orthodontist in Charlestown: Before booking anything in Charlestown, this page gives a practical overview of treatment types, cost factors, and next steps. It can also help if you are comparing treatment across nearby parts of Fife.

Local provider signals in Charlestown

We hold no orthodontic practice records in Charlestown itself. The closest on record are Comely Park Dental Practice Dentist Dunfermline, about 3 miles away; CHONG KWAN ROSYTH, about 3 miles away; and HIGH VALLEYFIELD DENTAL CLINIC, about 4 miles away.

Area profile for Charlestown

Charlestown's ONS geography type is accessible Rural. NHS dental commissioning in Charlestown falls under NHS Fife. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (27), Charlestown has more choice than 88% of towns in Scotland. Charlestown's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of Scotland. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Charlestown is Glasgow Dental Hospital in Glasgow, about 32 miles away.

Nearby location pages

You can also compare treatment pages for Crossford, Limekilns, Crombie, Milesmark, Backmuir of Pitfirrane, and Parkneuk if you are weighing up more than one location.

Facts about Charlestown

The nearest other location we cover is Limekilns, around 2 km to the south-east.

All Orthodontic Options in Charlestown Explained

Patients in Charlestown have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs.

Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Charlestown

Every mainstream option is available to patients in Charlestown — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.

Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Charlestown

Starting orthodontic treatment in Charlestown can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. Knowing what happens at each step — and roughly how long it takes — removes most of the uncertainty. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.

Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step

The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Charlestown — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.

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

Frequently Asked Questions in Charlestown

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

Where is the nearest orthodontist to Charlestown?

On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Charlestown is Comely Park Dental Practice Dentist Dunfermline, about 2.6 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Canmore Dental Practice (2.6 miles) and CHONG KWAN 6A HIGH STR (2.6 miles).

How many orthodontic practices are near Charlestown?

Our register has 28 practices within 5 miles of Charlestown, 56 practices within 10 miles and 280 practices within 20 miles.

Is there an NHS orthodontist near Charlestown?

The nearest practice to Charlestown that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Canmore Dental Practice in Dunfermline, about 2.6 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include CHONG KWAN 6A HIGH STR (2.6 miles) and COMELY PARK DENTAL PRACTICE (2.6 miles).

How do I start orthodontic treatment in Charlestown, Fife?

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 Charlestown, Fife?

Yes. The most suitable treatment depends on the case, and an assessment can help compare braces and aligners in a more meaningful way.

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TitleCharlestown, Fife Clear Braces & Aligners
PublisherVirtual Consultant Online
Published1 June 2022
Modified10 October 2026
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