Orthodontic practices near Comiston
On our practice register: 105 practices within 5 miles of Comiston, 141 practices within 10 and 234 practices within 20. The closest is FAIRMILEHEAD DENTAL PRACTICE in Colinton, 0.2 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FAIRMILEHEAD DENTAL PRACTICEColinton | 0.2 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| 302 OXGANGS ROAD NORTHColinton | 0.8 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| 31 MORNINGSIDE DRIVEEdinburgh | 1.7 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| 27 COMISTON ROADEdinburgh | 1.7 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| 21 BRIDGE ROADColinton | 1.9 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| EH10 DENTALEdinburgh | 1.9 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| CRAIGLOCKHART CLINICColinton | 2.0 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| MORNINGSIDE DENTAL CAREEdinburgh | 2.0 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Comiston with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Colinton, 0.2 miles north-east; the next are Edinburgh (1.7 miles north) and Danderhall (2.1 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Colinton | 6 | 0.2 miles north-east |
| Edinburgh | 21 | 1.7 miles north |
| Danderhall | 1 | 2.1 miles north-east |
| Loanhead | 2 | 2.2 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Comiston
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Edinburgh Dental (4.9 from 806 reviews), 2.6 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Edinburgh DentalEdinburgh | 4.9 (806 reviews) | 2.6 miles north-east |
| Southside Dental CareEdinburgh | 4.8 (437 reviews) | 2.3 miles north-east |
| Ardmillan Orthodontics LtdEdinburgh | 4.5 (68 reviews) | 2.7 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Comiston at a Glance
| Nation | Scotland |
|---|---|
| Council area | City of Edinburgh |
| NHS dental services | NHS Lothian |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384 |
| Area type (ONS) | Large Urban Areas |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of Scotland |
| Practices within 5 miles | 103 practices, more than 95% of towns in Scotland |
| Access within City of Edinburgh | 15th closest to an orthodontic practice of 118 places in the county (the county median is 0.4 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.2 miles away, closer than 93% of towns in Scotland |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Dundee Dental Hospital, Dundee — 40 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | FAIRMILEHEAD DENTAL PRACTICE, Colinton — under a mile 31 MORNINGSIDE DRIVE, Edinburgh — 2 miles 1 LIBERTON BRAE, Danderhall — 2 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 141 within 10 miles, 234 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 Comiston
The nearest practice to Comiston is FAIRMILEHEAD DENTAL PRACTICE in Colinton, under a mile away, close enough that the many short appointments in a course of treatment are rarely a burden. Within 10 miles there are 141 practices, and within 20 there are 234.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Ardmillan Orthodontics Ltd (2.7 miles) mentions remote consultations, and 1 of the practices around Comiston list clear aligners, the nearest 2.7 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 Comiston are commissioned by NHS Lothian; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is FAIRMILEHEAD DENTAL PRACTICE in Colinton, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee, about 40 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Comiston
City of Edinburgh12 nearby locationsCompare braces and clear aligners in Comiston
Orthodontist in Comiston: People weighing up braces or aligners in Comiston can use this page to understand the options before making contact with a practice. It also supports people comparing orthodontic options across City of Edinburgh.
Comiston in context
Comiston is classified as large Urban Areas. NHS dental commissioning in Comiston falls under NHS Lothian. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (103), Comiston has more choice than 95% of towns in Scotland. National deprivation data ranks Comiston among Scotland's less deprived areas. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Comiston is about 40 miles from Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee.
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If you want to compare surrounding areas as well as this one, pages such as Fairmilehead, Lothianburn, Oxgangs, Colinton Mains, The Braids, and Churchhill may also help.
Useful local orthodontic context for Comiston
There is no orthodontist on our records in Comiston itself. The closest on record are FAIRMILEHEAD DENTAL PRACTICE in Colinton, under a mile away; 31 MORNINGSIDE DRIVE in Edinburgh, about 2 miles away; and 1 LIBERTON BRAE in Danderhall, about 2 miles away.
About Comiston
Heading north-east for around 1 km brings you to Fairmilehead, the closest linked location.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Comiston
The orthodontic landscape in Comiston offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Comiston
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Comiston — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Comiston
Starting orthodontic treatment in Comiston can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. 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.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Comiston
What's available in Comiston depends on the practice, so it's worth checking directly what each one offers. By ONS classification, Comiston falls under large Urban Areas. NHS Lothian is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Comiston. With 103 orthodontic practices within five miles, Comiston is better served than 95% of towns in Scotland. By national deprivation ranking, Comiston sits among the less deprived areas of Scotland. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Comiston is about 40 miles from Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Comiston. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Comiston
If you are researching orthodontic treatment in and around Comiston, City of Edinburgh, these local links help you keep browsing. The nearby links also make it easier to compare places such as Fairmilehead, Lothianburn, Oxgangs, Colinton Mains, The Braids, and Churchhill.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Comiston
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Comiston often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Comiston?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Comiston is FAIRMILEHEAD DENTAL PRACTICE in Colinton, about 0.2 miles to the north-east. The next closest are 302 OXGANGS ROAD NORTH (0.8 miles) and 31 MORNINGSIDE DRIVE (1.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Comiston?
Our register has 105 practices within 5 miles of Comiston, 141 practices within 10 miles and 234 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Comiston?
The nearest practice to Comiston that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is FAIRMILEHEAD DENTAL PRACTICE in Colinton, about 0.2 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include 302 OXGANGS ROAD NORTH (0.8 miles) and 31 MORNINGSIDE DRIVE (1.7 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Comiston, City of Edinburgh?
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 Comiston, City of Edinburgh?
Yes. Braces and aligners can be compared more effectively once the case itself has been reviewed.