Orthodontic practices near Clova
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Clova; 1 practice within 10 and 13 practices within 20. The closest is Young Smile Dental Care in Bridge of Alford, 8.1 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Young Smile Dental CareBridge of Alford | 8.1 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (319 reviews) |
| DEVERON DENTALHuntly | 11.9 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Deveron Dental Centre, HuntlyHuntly | 11.9 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (160 reviews) |
| HUNTLY DENTAL PRACTICEHuntly | 12.3 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| FOUNTAIN DENTAL GROUP-ABOYNEAboyne | 14.8 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Blairdaff DentalBograxie | 14.8 miles east | – | – | – | 4.9 (29 reviews) |
| SPEYSIDE DENTAL CLINICCharlestown of Aberlour | 17.9 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| The Keith Dental HouseKeith | 18.0 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (39 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Clova with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Bridge of Alford, 8.1 miles south-east; the next are Huntly (11.9 miles north) and Aboyne (14.8 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Bridge of Alford | 1 | 8.1 miles south-east |
| Huntly | 3 | 11.9 miles north |
| Aboyne | 1 | 14.8 miles south |
| Bograxie | 1 | 14.8 miles east |
| Charlestown of Aberlour | 1 | 17.9 miles north-west |
| Keith | 2 | 18.0 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Clova
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Young Smile Dental Care in Bridge of Alford (4.9 from 319 reviews), 8.1 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Young Smile Dental CareBridge of Alford | 4.9 (319 reviews) | 8.1 miles south-east |
| The Keith Dental HouseKeith | 4.9 (39 reviews) | 18.0 miles north |
| Blairdaff DentalBograxie | 4.9 (29 reviews) | 14.8 miles east |
| Deveron Dental Centre, HuntlyHuntly | 4.8 (160 reviews) | 11.9 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Clova at a Glance
| Nation | Scotland |
|---|---|
| Council area | Aberdeenshire |
| NHS dental services | NHS Grampian |
| 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 Aberdeenshire | 434th closest to an orthodontic practice of 487 places in the county (the county median is 4.3 miles) |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Aberdeen Dental School, Aberdeen — 30 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Young Smile Dental Care, Bridge of Alford — 8 miles DEVERON DENTAL, Huntly — 12 miles FOUNTAIN DENTAL GROUP-ABOYNE, Aboyne — 15 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 20 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 1 within 10 miles, 13 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 Clova
From Clova the nearest practice is Young Smile Dental Care in Bridge of Alford, 8.1 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 is 1 practice, and within 20 there are 13.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Deveron Dental Centre, Huntly (11.9 miles) mentions a free consultation; The Keith Dental House (18 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 5 of the practices around Clova list clear aligners, the nearest 8.1 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 Clova are commissioned by NHS Grampian; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Young Smile Dental Care in Bridge of Alford, 8.1 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Aberdeen Dental School in Aberdeen, about 30 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Clova to Young Smile Dental Care is roughly 20 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 210 to 420 miles and 7 to 13 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £95 to £190 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 130 to 210 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey.
Orthodontic Treatment In Clova
Aberdeenshire12 nearby locationsFind orthodontic treatment in Clova
Orthodontist in Clova: This page helps people researching orthodontic treatment in Clova understand their options before committing to an appointment. It can also help if you are comparing treatment across nearby parts of Aberdeenshire.
A quick look at Clova
Heading north-east for around 2 km brings you to Lumsden, the closest linked location.
Nearby location pages
If you want to compare surrounding areas as well as this one, pages such as Lumsden, Mossat, Kildrummy, Wheedlemont, Glenkindie, and Towie may also help.
What local practice data suggests in Clova
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Clova. The nearest we do hold are Young Smile Dental Care in Bridge of Alford, about 8 miles away; DEVERON DENTAL in Huntly, about 12 miles away; and FOUNTAIN DENTAL GROUP-ABOYNE, about 15 miles away.
Clova in context
By ONS classification, Clova falls under remote Rural. NHS dental commissioning in Clova falls under NHS Grampian. Clova has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 8 miles away. Clova's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with Scotland as a whole. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Clova is about 30 miles from Aberdeen Dental School in Aberdeen.
Orthodontic Treatments in Clova
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Clova can feel overwhelming at first. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.
Treatment Options in Clova — Local Context
Orthodontic practices in and around Clova vary in the treatments and appointment types they offer. Classified by ONS as remote Rural, Clova sits within NHS Grampian for NHS dental commissioning. Clova has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 8 miles away. National deprivation data puts Clova close to the Scotland median. The nearest university dental hospital to Clova is Aberdeen Dental School, Aberdeen, about 30 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Clova itself. The nearest recorded are Young Smile Dental Care in Bridge of Alford, about 8 miles away; DEVERON DENTAL in Huntly, about 12 miles away; and FOUNTAIN DENTAL GROUP-ABOYNE, about 15 miles away. Whether aligners or fixed braces are recommended usually comes down to case complexity rather than personal preference alone.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Clova
Orthodontic treatment in Clova is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. Knowing what happens at each step — and roughly how long it takes — removes most of the uncertainty. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.
Questions to Ask at Your Consultation in Clova
- What treatment do you recommend and why?
- How long will treatment take for my specific case?
- What is included in the fee — retainers? Refinements? Emergency appointments?
- What happens if treatment takes longer than planned?
- What type of retainer will I receive and for how long should I wear it?
- Is there a payment plan available, and what are the terms?
Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Clova — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Clova. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Clova
This page supports early-stage orthodontic research for people exploring treatment in Clova, Aberdeenshire. This page links onward to Lumsden, Mossat, Kildrummy, Wheedlemont, Glenkindie, and Towie for wider comparison.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Clova
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Clova often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Clova?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Clova is Young Smile Dental Care in Bridge of Alford, about 8.1 miles to the south-east. The next closest are DEVERON DENTAL (11.9 miles) and Deveron Dental Centre, Huntly (11.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Clova?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Clova, 1 practice within 10 miles and 13 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Bridge of Alford, 8.1 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Clova?
The nearest practice to Clova that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Young Smile Dental Care in Bridge of Alford, about 8.1 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include DEVERON DENTAL (11.9 miles) and Deveron Dental Centre, Huntly (11.9 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Clova, Aberdeenshire?
Beginning with an online photo review is usually quicker than arranging an in-person consultation for an initial opinion.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Clova, Aberdeenshire?
Yes. A clinician-reviewed assessment can help you understand whether fixed braces or clear aligners may be more suitable based on the movements required and your treatment goals.