Orthodontic practices near Comers
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Comers; 9 practices within 10 and 77 practices within 20. The closest is DEESIDE DENTAL CARE in Banchory, 6.9 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DEESIDE DENTAL CAREBanchory | 6.9 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| FOUNTAIN DENTAL GROUP-BANCHORYBanchory | 7.0 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Blairdaff DentalBograxie | 8.0 miles north | – | – | – | 4.9 (29 reviews) |
| WESTHILL DENTAL PRACTICEWesthill | 8.5 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| KINTORE DENTAL PRACTICEKintore | 8.6 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Young Smile Dental CareBridge of Alford | 8.6 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (319 reviews) |
| Abercrombie Smile Design and Abercrombie OrthodonticsWesthill | 9.3 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.1 (41 reviews) |
| ABERCROMBIE SMILE DESIGNWesthill | 9.3 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Comers with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Banchory, 6.9 miles south; the next are Bograxie (8.0 miles north) and Westhill (8.5 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Banchory | 2 | 6.9 miles south |
| Bograxie | 1 | 8.0 miles north |
| Westhill | 4 | 8.5 miles east |
| Kintore | 1 | 8.6 miles north-east |
| Bridge of Alford | 1 | 8.6 miles north-west |
| Aboyne | 1 | 10.5 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 Comers
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), 8.6 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Young Smile Dental CareBridge of Alford | 4.9 (319 reviews) | 8.6 miles north-west |
| Andrew Scott Dental CareAberdeen | 4.9 (240 reviews) | 14.8 miles east |
| Mastrick Smile CareAberdeen | 4.9 (213 reviews) | 13.8 miles east |
| Blairdaff DentalBograxie | 4.9 (29 reviews) | 8.0 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Comers 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) | Accessible Rural |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of Scotland |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Aberdeenshire | 378th 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 — 15 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | DEESIDE DENTAL CARE, Banchory — 7 miles Blairdaff Dental, Bograxie — 8 miles WESTHILL DENTAL PRACTICE, Westhill — 8 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 15 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 9 within 10 miles, 77 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 Comers
From Comers the nearest practice is DEESIDE DENTAL CARE in Banchory, 6.9 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 are 9 practices, and within 20 there are 77.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: 4 of the practices around Comers list clear aligners, the nearest 8.6 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Comers are commissioned by NHS Grampian; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is DEESIDE DENTAL CARE in Banchory, 6.9 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Aberdeen Dental School in Aberdeen, about 15 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Comers to DEESIDE DENTAL CARE is roughly 15 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 180 to 360 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £80 to £160 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 110 to 180 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey.
Orthodontic Treatment In Comers
Aberdeenshire12 nearby locationsCompare braces and clear aligners in Comers
Orthodontist in Comers: People exploring braces and clear aligners in Comers often want a better starting point than a generic directory result. The information here applies just as well to nearby parts of Aberdeenshire.
What local practice data suggests in Comers
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Comers itself. The closest on record are DEESIDE DENTAL CARE in Banchory, about 7 miles away; Blairdaff Dental in Bograxie, about 8 miles away; and WESTHILL DENTAL PRACTICE, about 8 miles away.
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The local picture in Comers
Classified by ONS as accessible Rural, Comers sits within NHS Grampian for NHS dental commissioning. Comers has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 7 miles away. Comers's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of Scotland. The nearest university dental hospital to Comers is Aberdeen Dental School, Aberdeen, about 15 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Comers at a glance
The nearest other location we cover is Tillybirloch, under 1 km to the north.
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Comers
Many people in Comers delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
From First Photo to Finished Smile in Comers
Every case in Comers follows broadly the same arc; knowing the stages in advance makes the whole thing feel far more manageable.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Comers
The orthodontic landscape in Comers offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs.
Treatment Options in Comers — Local Context
Treatment range and appointment slots differ between the practices covering Comers — comparing a couple is worthwhile. Comers is classified as accessible Rural. For NHS dental services, Comers falls under NHS Grampian. Comers has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 7 miles away. Comers's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of Scotland. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Comers is about 15 miles from Aberdeen Dental School in Aberdeen. No orthodontic practice is recorded in Comers. The closest on record are DEESIDE DENTAL CARE in Banchory, about 7 miles away; Blairdaff Dental in Bograxie, about 8 miles away; and WESTHILL DENTAL PRACTICE, about 8 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 Comers. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Comers
If Comers, Aberdeenshire is just one of several areas you're considering, this section can help with the rest. If you're still deciding, related pages for Tillybirloch, Midmar, Corsindae, Ordhead, Sauchen, and Moor of Balvack may help.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Comers
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Comers often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Comers?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Comers is DEESIDE DENTAL CARE in Banchory, about 6.9 miles to the south. The next closest are FOUNTAIN DENTAL GROUP-BANCHORY (7.0 miles) and Blairdaff Dental (8.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Comers?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Comers, 9 practices within 10 miles and 77 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Banchory, 6.9 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Comers?
The nearest practice to Comers that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is DEESIDE DENTAL CARE in Banchory, about 6.9 miles to the south. Others nearby include FOUNTAIN DENTAL GROUP-BANCHORY (7.0 miles) and WESTHILL DENTAL PRACTICE (8.5 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Comers, Aberdeenshire?
The usual starting point is a short online assessment: upload a few guided photos and a clinician reviews your case remotely.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Comers, Aberdeenshire?
Yes. A review of your photos and concerns can help show whether braces or clear aligners may be the better route.