Orthodontic practices near Colliston
On our practice register: 4 practices within 5 miles of Colliston, 11 practices within 10 and 60 practices within 20. The closest is NO 80 DENTAL PRACTICE in Arbroath, 3.3 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NO 80 DENTAL PRACTICEArbroath | 3.3 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| 30 KEPTIE STREETArbroath | 3.4 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| IAN ROBERTSON DENTAL CAREArbroath | 3.6 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| 121 HIGH STREETArbroath | 3.6 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| CARNOUSTIE DENTAL CARECarnoustie | 7.4 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| LAWS DENTALCarnoustie | 7.6 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| R AND PM THOMSONBrechin | 9.1 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| ESK DENTAL CAREBrechin | 9.2 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Colliston with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Arbroath, 3.3 miles south-east; the next are Carnoustie (7.4 miles south-west) and Brechin (9.1 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Arbroath | 4 | 3.3 miles south-east |
| Carnoustie | 2 | 7.4 miles south-west |
| Brechin | 2 | 9.1 miles north |
| Forfar | 3 | 9.8 miles west |
| Montrose | 3 | 10.2 miles north-east |
| Monifieth | 4 | 10.6 miles south-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Colliston
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Perla Orthodontics in Tayport (4.7 from 13 reviews), 13.0 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Perla OrthodonticsTayport | 4.7 (13 reviews) | 13.0 miles south-west |
| Oris Dental & Implant StudioMonifieth | 4.6 (87 reviews) | 10.6 miles south-west |
| Kingsway Dental PracticeDundee | 3.2 (14 reviews) | 14.2 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Colliston at a Glance
| Nation | Scotland |
|---|---|
| Council area | Angus |
| NHS dental services | NHS Tayside |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384 |
| Area type (ONS) | Accessible Rural |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of Scotland |
| Practices within 5 miles | 4 practices, more than 68% of towns in Scotland |
| Access within Angus | 80th closest to an orthodontic practice of 168 places in the county (the county median is 3.5 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 3.3 miles away, closer than 55% of towns in Scotland |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Dundee Dental Hospital, Dundee — 16 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | NO 80 DENTAL PRACTICE, Arbroath — 3 miles CARNOUSTIE DENTAL CARE, Carnoustie — 7 miles R AND PM THOMSON, Brechin — 9 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 11 within 10 miles, 60 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 Colliston
Colliston is 3.3 miles from NO 80 DENTAL PRACTICE in Arbroath, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 11 practices, and within 20 there are 60.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Perla Orthodontics (13 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 1 of the practices around Colliston list clear aligners, the nearest 13 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Colliston are commissioned by NHS Tayside; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is NO 80 DENTAL PRACTICE in Arbroath, 3.3 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee, about 16 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Colliston
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Orthodontist in Colliston: This page helps people researching orthodontic treatment in Colliston understand their options before committing to an appointment. It also supports people comparing orthodontic options across Angus.
What we know about practices near Colliston
There is no orthodontist on our records in Colliston itself. The nearest recorded are NO 80 DENTAL PRACTICE in Arbroath, about 3 miles away; CARNOUSTIE DENTAL CARE, about 7 miles away; and R AND PM THOMSON in Brechin, about 9 miles away.
Colliston at a glance
The nearest other location we cover is Letham Grange, around 2 km to the east.
Area profile for Colliston
Colliston is classified as accessible Rural, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Tayside. With 4 orthodontic practices within five miles, Colliston is better served than 68% of towns in Scotland. Colliston'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 Colliston is Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee, about 16 miles away.
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For a broader view, related location pages cover Leysmill, Letham Grange, Kinnell, Boysack, Friockheim, and Arbirlot as well as this one.
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Colliston
Orthodontic treatment in Colliston is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Colliston
Not every practice near Colliston offers the same treatments, so it's worth checking what each one covers. ONS classifies Colliston as accessible Rural. NHS dental commissioning in Colliston falls under NHS Tayside. With 4 orthodontic practices within five miles, Colliston is better served than 68% of towns in Scotland. National deprivation data ranks Colliston among Scotland's less deprived areas. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Colliston is Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee, about 16 miles away. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
Orthodontic Treatments in Colliston
The orthodontic landscape in Colliston offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
Treatment Options in Colliston — Local Context
How quickly you can be seen, and what's on offer, varies between the practices serving Colliston. Officially, Colliston is categorised as accessible Rural. NHS dental commissioning in Colliston falls under NHS Tayside. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (4), Colliston has more choice than 68% of towns in Scotland. Colliston falls in a less deprived area than most of Scotland. The nearest university dental hospital to Colliston is Dundee Dental Hospital, Dundee, about 16 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Colliston itself. The closest on record are NO 80 DENTAL PRACTICE in Arbroath, about 3 miles away; CARNOUSTIE DENTAL CARE, about 7 miles away; and R AND PM THOMSON in Brechin, about 9 miles away. Straightforward crowding or spacing cases often suit aligners; more involved bite corrections are more often treated with fixed braces.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Colliston. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Colliston
This section helps connect Colliston, Angus to the wider local area for people comparing treatment options. Nearby pages covering Leysmill, Letham Grange, Kinnell, Boysack, Friockheim, and Arbirlot may also help if you are still comparing locations.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Colliston
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Colliston often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Colliston?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Colliston is NO 80 DENTAL PRACTICE in Arbroath, about 3.3 miles to the south-east. The next closest are 30 KEPTIE STREET (3.4 miles) and IAN ROBERTSON DENTAL CARE (3.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Colliston?
Our register has 4 practices within 5 miles of Colliston, 11 practices within 10 miles and 60 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Colliston?
The nearest practice to Colliston that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is NO 80 DENTAL PRACTICE in Arbroath, about 3.3 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include 30 KEPTIE STREET (3.4 miles) and IAN ROBERTSON DENTAL CARE (3.6 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Colliston, Angus?
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 Colliston, Angus?
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.