NHS Treatment in Collessie at a Glance
| NHS dental services | NHS Fife |
|---|---|
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384 |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of Scotland |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | INFINITYBLU DENTAL CARE & IMPLANT CLINIC, Auchtermuchty — 3.3 miles; 16 within 10 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Dundee Dental Hospital, Dundee — about 12 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Accessible Rural |
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 listing NHS orthodontics near Collessie
On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of Collessie, 16 practices within 10 and 96 practices within 20. The closest is INFINITYBLU DENTAL CARE & IMPLANT CLINIC in Auchtermuchty, 3.3 miles west. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is INFINITYBLU DENTAL CARE & IMPLANT CLINIC, 3.3 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| INFINITYBLU DENTAL CARE & IMPLANT CLINICAuchtermuchty | 3.3 miles west | ✓ | – | – |
| BONNYGATE DENTAL PRACTICECupar | 5.2 miles east | ✓ | – | – |
| EDEN DENTAL CARECupar | 5.4 miles east | ✓ | – | – |
| THE CUPAR DENTISTCupar | 5.4 miles east | ✓ | – | – |
| PRODENTALCupar | 5.4 miles east | ✓ | – | – |
| NORTH STREET DENTAL PRACTICEGlenrothes | 7.9 miles south | ✓ | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Collessie with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Auchtermuchty, 3.3 miles west; the next are Cupar (5.2 miles east) and Glenrothes (7.9 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Auchtermuchty | 1 | 3.3 miles west |
| Cupar | 4 | 5.2 miles east |
| Glenrothes | 4 | 7.9 miles south |
| Leslie | 1 | 8.0 miles south |
| Markinch | 1 | 8.3 miles south |
| Thornton | 1 | 8.8 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Collessie
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Beam Orthodontics in Dundee (4.9 from 290 reviews), 12.2 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Beam OrthodonticsDundee | 4.9 (290 reviews) | 12.2 miles north-east |
| Balbirnie Oral Care LtdGlenrothes | 4.6 (11 reviews) | 8.3 miles south |
| Saltire Dental Practice LtdGlenrothes | 4.4 (115 reviews) | 8.4 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Collessie, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Bupa Dental Care, 7.9 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is INFINITYBLU DENTAL CARE & IMPLANT CLINIC, Auchtermuchty, 3.3 miles away. Referrals go to a practice with an NHS contract. |
| 3. The hospital for complex cases | The nearest university dental hospital is Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee, about 12 miles away. |
| 4. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Collessie are commissioned by NHS Fife. |
NHS orthodontics is free for eligible under-18s and is reached by referral. Distances are straight-line.
The NHS orthodontic pathway in Collessie focuses limited resources on the greatest clinical need. The process starts with your dentist, includes a formal eligibility assessment, and places you on a waiting list. Knowing what the NHS can and cannot provide makes the NHS-versus-private decision clearer.
NHS vs Private Fees in Collessie
On the NHS, one course of treatment runs from fitting right through to retainers, with nothing added along the way.
Equivalent private metal braces in Collessie typically run £1,500–£3,500 — far more than NHS treatment, but with no waiting list and a wider choice of appliance.
How Long Is the NHS Wait in Collessie?
Many patients in Fife wait 18 months or longer between NHS referral and treatment starting. During this period teeth continue to develop and cases can become more complex. Private treatment, while more expensive, begins promptly and offers far greater choice of treatment type.
NHS Orthodontic Access in Collessie
In Scotland, NHS dental treatment — including clinically necessary orthodontics — is free for everyone under 26. Adults aged 26 and over who qualify pay 80% of the NHS fee, capped at £384 for a course of treatment. How long NHS treatment takes to start in Fife depends heavily on the individual practice's current caseload.
Treatment range and appointment slots differ between the practices covering Collessie — comparing a couple is worthwhile. Collessie'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 Collessie is Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee, about 12 miles away. Collessie is classified as accessible Rural, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Fife. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Collessie itself. The nearest we do hold are INFINITYBLU DENTAL CARE & IMPLANT CLINIC in Auchtermuchty, about 3 miles away; BONNYGATE DENTAL PRACTICE in Cupar, about 5 miles away; and NORTH STREET DENTAL PRACTICE in Glenrothes, about 8 miles away. NHS capacity is limited — practices often have closed lists for new NHS patients, which is why private treatment is the realistic route for many adults and for those who cannot wait.
Children's Orthodontics in Collessie
Orthodontic problems in children are often best identified early. Not every child who sees an orthodontist needs treatment right away, but early identification allows targeted intervention. It means the right treatment at the right time rather than rushing in early.
Children's Orthodontics in Collessie — Local Context
Not every practice near Collessie offers the same treatments, so it's worth checking what each one covers. ONS classifies Collessie as accessible Rural. NHS dental commissioning in Collessie falls under NHS Fife. National deprivation data ranks Collessie among Scotland's less deprived areas. The nearest university dental hospital to Collessie is Dundee Dental Hospital, Dundee, about 12 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. They typically offer children's assessments and NHS-funded treatment for eligible patients.
Orthodontic Eligibility in Collessie
Many patients in Collessie are surprised they don't automatically qualify for NHS braces. The Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need (IOTN) is the primary tool used across Fife to decide who receives funded treatment. Knowing where you stand before the referral process saves time and manages expectations in Collessie.
Can Adults Get NHS Braces in Collessie?
In practice, NHS orthodontic treatment in Collessie is almost exclusively for patients under 18. Adult NHS orthodontic slots are very limited and reserved for exceptional functional cases. Adults seeking orthodontic treatment should plan for private care — no waiting list and full choice of treatment type.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Collessie
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Collessie?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Collessie is INFINITYBLU DENTAL CARE & IMPLANT CLINIC in Auchtermuchty, about 3.3 miles to the west. The next closest are BONNYGATE DENTAL PRACTICE (5.2 miles) and EDEN DENTAL CARE (5.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Collessie?
Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of Collessie, 16 practices within 10 miles and 96 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Collessie?
The nearest practice to Collessie that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is INFINITYBLU DENTAL CARE & IMPLANT CLINIC in Auchtermuchty, about 3.3 miles to the west. Others nearby include BONNYGATE DENTAL PRACTICE (5.2 miles) and EDEN DENTAL CARE (5.4 miles).
What NHS area is Collessie in for dental services?
NHS dental commissioning in Collessie falls under NHS Fife.
Is Collessie rural or urban?
ONS classifies Collessie as accessible Rural.
How deprived is Collessie compared with the rest of Scotland?
By the national deprivation index, Collessie 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 Collessie?
Nearby towns include Edenstown, Kettlebridge, Inchrye Steading.
How do I get an NHS referral?
Ask your dentist for an orthodontic assessment — if the IOTN score clears the threshold, they refer you to the local NHS orthodontic service. Some practices also take self-referrals directly.
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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