Costs in Cleish at a Glance
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384 |
|---|---|
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of Scotland |
| Nearest practice listing private treatment | Kelty Dental Practice, Kelty — 3.9 miles; 8 within 10 miles |
| Nearest practice listing payment plans | Canmore Dental Practice, Dunfermline — 6.9 miles; 4 within 10 miles |
| Practices on our register | 3 within 5 miles, 37 within 10, 252 within 20 |
| Area type (ONS) | Accessible Rural |
| Access within Perth and Kinross | 96th closest to a practice of 278 places in the county; the county median is 3.9 miles |
Sources: Census 2021 (NOMIS), DfE Get Information About Schools, ONS geography, UK NHS dental charge schedules and our orthodontic practice register. Distances are straight-line.
Practices near Cleish that list payment plans
On our practice register: 3 practices within 5 miles of Cleish, 37 practices within 10 and 252 practices within 20. The closest is KINROSS FAMILY DENTAL, 2.8 miles north-east. The nearest that mentions finance or monthly payments is Canmore Dental Practice, 6.9 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Finance | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KINROSS FAMILY DENTALKinross | 2.8 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| 75 HIGH STREETKinross | 2.9 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Kelty Dental PracticeKelty | 3.9 miles south-east | – | ✓ | – | 4.9 (282 reviews) |
| ROSEWELL DENTAL CLINICBallingry | 5.3 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| BREEZE FAMILY DENTAL COWDENBEATHCowdenbeath | 5.9 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| BLACK AND BROWN DENTALCrossgates | 6.5 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Cleish with practices listing payment plans
The closest town with practices listing payment plans is Kinross, 2.8 miles north-east; the next are Kelty (3.9 miles south-east) and Ballingry (5.3 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Kinross | 2 | 2.8 miles north-east |
| Kelty | 1 | 3.9 miles south-east |
| Ballingry | 1 | 5.3 miles east |
| Cowdenbeath | 1 | 5.9 miles south-east |
| Crossgates | 1 | 6.5 miles south |
| Lochgelly | 1 | 6.5 miles south-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Cleish
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), 8.7 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Linden Tree Dental LoungeDunfermline | 5.0 (279 reviews) | 8.7 miles south |
| Dentistry @ No 3Dunfermline | 4.9 (579 reviews) | 7.0 miles south |
| Kelty Dental PracticeKelty | 4.9 (282 reviews) | 3.9 miles south-east |
| Breeze Family Dental Care (Cardenden)Cardenden | 4.9 (82 reviews) | 7.7 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
What a course costs from Cleish, travel included
The fees are typical UK private prices. Travel is added for the journey to KINROSS FAMILY DENTAL, the nearest practice on our register (2.8 miles away, about 3.6 miles by road), at the 45p a mile HMRC rate for every visit there and back.
| Treatment | Typical fee | Visits | Travel | Total from here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Metal braces | £1,500 to £3,500 | 10 to 20 | £35 to £65 | £1,535 to £3,565 |
| Ceramic braces | £2,000 to £4,500 | 10 to 20 | £35 to £65 | £2,035 to £4,565 |
| Lingual braces | £4,000 to £8,000 | 10 to 20 | £35 to £65 | £4,035 to £8,065 |
| Clear aligners | £1,500 to £5,500 | 6 to 10 | £20 to £35 | £1,520 to £5,535 |
| Invisalign | £2,500 to £5,500 | 6 to 10 | £20 to £35 | £2,520 to £5,535 |
Estimates. Fees vary by practice and case, so ask what each quote includes (retainers, refinements, emergency visits). NHS treatment for eligible under-18s is free.
What affects cost near Cleish
| Cost factor | Look for | Nearest listing it | Next nearest | Within 20 miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Free first appointment | a free consultation | M-Brace Orthodontics, Dunfermline (6.9 miles) | Dentistry @ No 3 (7 miles) | 2 |
| Monthly payments | payment plans | Canmore Dental Practice, Dunfermline (6.9 miles) | M-Brace Orthodontics (6.9 miles); Comely Park Dental Practice Dentist Dunfermline (7 miles) | 4 |
| NHS treatment | NHS orthodontics | KINROSS FAMILY DENTAL (2.8 miles) | 75 HIGH STREET (2.9 miles); ROSEWELL DENTAL CLINIC (5.3 miles) | 24 |
| Private treatment | private fees | Kelty Dental Practice (3.9 miles) | Canmore Dental Practice (6.9 miles); M-Brace Orthodontics (6.9 miles) | 8 |
| Aligner prices to compare | aligners | M-Brace Orthodontics, Dunfermline (6.9 miles) | Comely Park Dental Practice Dentist Dunfermline (7 miles); Dentistry @ No 3 (7 miles) | 3 |
| Brace prices to compare | fixed braces | M-Brace Orthodontics, Dunfermline (6.9 miles) | none other | 1 |
Built from what each practice's own published information mentions, so a missing entry means not mentioned, which does not mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Orthodontic treatment costs in Cleish vary widely by treatment type, case complexity and practice. Case complexity, appliance type and inclusions all move the total up or down. Below we break down NHS and private pricing and the finance options available locally.
Orthodontic Payment Plans in Cleish
Spreading the cost of orthodontic treatment over monthly payments makes even higher-cost options such as Invisalign or ceramic braces more manageable. Most practices in Cleish offer payment plans — ask whether they are 0% interest, what deposit is required, and whether payments continue if treatment takes longer than planned.
NHS treatment is free for eligible under-18s. Adults aged 26 and over who qualify pay 80% of the NHS fee, capped at £384 for a course of treatment.
What Each Treatment Costs in Cleish
The table below sets out indicative private ranges in Cleish — useful for a like-for-like comparison:
| Treatment type | Typical cost range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| NHS metal braces | Free for eligible under-18s | Adults aged 26 and over who qualify pay 80% of the NHS fee, capped at £384 for a course of treatment. |
| Private metal braces | £1,500–£3,500 | No waiting list. Full arch treatment. Retainers included in good practices. |
| Ceramic braces | £2,000–£4,500 | Tooth-coloured brackets. More discreet than metal. Not NHS-available. |
| Clear aligners (non-Invisalign) | £1,500–£4,500 | Wide range by brand and complexity. Confirm refinements and retainers are included. |
| Invisalign Lite | £2,500–£3,500 | Mild cases only. Limited refinements. |
| Invisalign Comprehensive | £3,500–£5,500 | Moderate to complex. Unlimited refinements within treatment cycle. |
| Lingual braces | £4,000–£8,000 | Completely hidden. Highest cost. Fewest providers in Cleish. |
These are typical private fee ranges for Cleish — individual practices may charge more or less depending on their overheads, location, and clinician experience. Always request a written treatment plan with the full fee itemised before committing.
Cost Context for Cleish
Private full fixed brace treatment costs in Cleish generally sit between £1,500 and £5,500. Straightforward crowding or spacing cases often suit aligners; more involved bite corrections are more often treated with fixed braces.
Appointment availability and the range of treatments on offer both vary practice to practice around Cleish. Cleish's ONS geography type is accessible Rural. Cleish sits within NHS Tayside for NHS dental commissioning. Cleish has 3 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 63% of towns in Scotland. By national deprivation ranking, Cleish sits among the less deprived areas of Scotland. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Cleish is about 27 miles from Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee. See local practice availability in Cleish → Costs can vary significantly between providers — getting two or three quotes and comparing what's included (retainers, refinements, both arches) before committing is strongly recommended.
Budget aligner options in Cleish
There are competitively priced aligner routes in Cleish — the trick is knowing what a lower price represents. The saving is fine when it matches a simple case; it's a risk when it means less clinical input. A photo assessment first tells you whether a budget option even suits your case.
Why Some Aligners Cost Less in Cleish
Treatment scope — capping the trays and appointments for a straightforward case is a legitimate saving, not a corner cut — provided the case is actually that simple.
Clear aligner cost in Cleish
What you pay for clear aligners in Cleish reflects the case, not just the brand. The main drivers are treatment complexity, the aligner brand, the provider's experience, and what the fee actually includes. Comparing quotes only makes sense once you know what each one covers.
Aligner Costs in Cleish — Local Context
Orthodontic practices in and around Cleish vary in the treatments and appointment types they offer. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (3), Cleish has more choice than 63% of towns in Scotland. Cleish — accessible Rural by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Tayside for NHS dentistry. National deprivation data ranks Cleish among Scotland's less deprived areas. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Cleish is about 27 miles from Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee. Straightforward crowding or spacing cases often suit aligners; more involved bite corrections are more often treated with fixed braces. Private aligner treatment (full course including retainers) in Cleish typically costs between £1,500 and £5,500, depending on case complexity. A photo-based assessment is a practical first step to establish case complexity before comparing quoted fees.
Frequently Asked Questions — Costs in Cleish
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Cleish?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Cleish is KINROSS FAMILY DENTAL, about 2.8 miles to the north-east. The next closest are 75 HIGH STREET (2.9 miles) and Kelty Dental Practice (3.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Cleish?
Our register has 3 practices within 5 miles of Cleish, 37 practices within 10 miles and 252 practices within 20 miles.
Which practices near Cleish offer payment plans?
The nearest practice to Cleish that mentions finance or monthly payment options is Canmore Dental Practice in Dunfermline, about 6.9 miles to the south. Others nearby include M-Brace Orthodontics (6.9 miles) and Comely Park Dental Practice Dentist Dunfermline (7.0 miles).
Who commissions NHS dentistry in Cleish?
NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Tayside.
What kind of area is Cleish?
By ONS classification, Cleish falls under accessible Rural.
How deprived is Cleish compared with the rest of Scotland?
By the national deprivation index, Cleish is less deprived than most of Scotland. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
What towns are near Cleish?
Nearby towns include Blairforge, Gairneybridge, Carnbo.
Are there payment plans for orthodontic treatment?
Yes, most private practices offer monthly plans, often 0% interest, with a 10-25% deposit to start. Worth checking whether it's in-house or through a finance provider, and what happens to payments if treatment overruns.
Last updated: October 2026, compiled by the Virtual Consultant Online editorial team from our practice register and public data. Information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute clinical advice; it is not reviewed by a clinician. Sources: NHS, General Dental Council. How we compile our information.
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