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Orthodontic practices near Cothall

On our practice register: 6 practices within 5 miles of Cothall, 65 practices within 10 and 78 practices within 20. The closest is DYCE DENTAL PRACTICE, 2.2 miles south-east.

PracticeDistanceNHSBracesAlignersGoogle rating
DYCE DENTAL PRACTICEDyce2.2 miles south-east✓–––
T/A MINT DENTAL CARE KINGSEATNewmacher3.0 miles north-east✓–––
Old Machar Dental and Implant Centre | Invisalign and Emergency Dentist AberdeenDyce4.2 miles south-east✓–✓4.8 (191 reviews)
OLDMACHAR DENTAL CAREDyce4.3 miles south-east✓–––
NORTHFIELD DENTAL CENTREKingswells4.8 miles south✓–––
GRANDHOLM DENTAL CLINICAberdeen4.9 miles south-east✓–––
KINTORE DENTAL PRACTICEKintore5.1 miles west✓–––
WOODSIDE DENTAL PRACTICEAberdeen5.2 miles south-east✓–––

✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.

Nearest places to Cothall with orthodontic practices

The closest town with orthodontic practices is Dyce, 2.2 miles south-east; the next are Newmacher (3.0 miles north-east) and Kingswells (4.8 miles south).

PlacePracticesNearest
Dyce32.2 miles south-east
Newmacher13.0 miles north-east
Kingswells44.8 miles south
Aberdeen144.9 miles south-east
Kintore15.1 miles west
Bridge of Don15.8 miles south-east

Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.

Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Cothall

Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Mastrick Smile Care in Aberdeen (4.9 from 213 reviews), 5.4 miles south.

PracticeGoogle ratingDistance
Mastrick Smile CareAberdeen4.9 (213 reviews)5.4 miles south
Gray & Ireland Dental PracticeAberdeen4.9 (183 reviews)6.5 miles south-east
Old Machar Dental and Implant Centre | Invisalign and Emergency Dentist AberdeenDyce4.8 (191 reviews)4.2 miles south-east
Bridge of Don Dental & Aesthetic ClinicBridge of Don4.8 (176 reviews)5.8 miles south-east

Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.

Cothall at a Glance

NationScotland
Council areaAberdeenshire
NHS dental servicesNHS Grampian
NHS orthodontic chargesFree under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384
Area type (ONS)Accessible Rural
DeprivationLess deprived than most of Scotland
Practices within 5 miles6 practices, more than 72% of towns in Scotland
Access within Aberdeenshire117th closest to an orthodontic practice of 487 places in the county (the county median is 4.3 miles)
Nearest practice compared2.2 miles away, closer than 65% of towns in Scotland
Nearest university dental hospitalAberdeen Dental School, Aberdeen — 6 miles
Nearest orthodontic practicesDYCE DENTAL PRACTICE, Dyce — 2 miles
T/A MINT DENTAL CARE KINGSEAT, Newmacher — 3 miles
NORTHFIELD DENTAL CENTRE, Kingswells — 5 miles
Practices within 10 and 20 miles65 within 10 miles, 78 within 20 miles
Nearest general dentistDyce Dental Practice Family Dentist — 2 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 Cothall

Cothall is 2.2 miles from DYCE DENTAL PRACTICE, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 65 practices, and within 20 there are 78.

To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Bridge of Don Dental & Aesthetic Clinic (5.8 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 5 of the practices around Cothall list clear aligners, the nearest 4.2 miles away.

If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Cothall are commissioned by NHS Grampian; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is DYCE DENTAL PRACTICE, 2.2 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Aberdeen Dental School in Aberdeen, about 6 miles away.

Orthodontic Treatment In Cothall

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Cothall in context

Cothall is classified as accessible Rural. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Grampian. Cothall has 6 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 72% of towns in Scotland. Cothall'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 Cothall is Aberdeen Dental School in Aberdeen, about 6 miles away.

Local context for Cothall

Heading south for around 1 km brings you to Upper Kirkton, the closest linked location.

Practice data for Cothall

We hold no orthodontic practice records in Cothall itself. The nearest we do hold are DYCE DENTAL PRACTICE, about 2 miles away; T/A MINT DENTAL CARE KINGSEAT in Newmacher, about 3 miles away; and NORTHFIELD DENTAL CENTRE in Kingswells, about 5 miles away.

Continue your local research

If you are comparing a wider local area, you can also browse nearby orthodontic location pages such as Upper Kirkton, Nether Kirkton, Backhill of Goval, Goval, Mains of Dyce, and Beidleston.

Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Cothall

Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Cothall helps you ask the right questions. Knowing what happens at each step — and roughly how long it takes — removes most of the uncertainty. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.

What to Ask Before You Commit in Cothall

  • Why this treatment specifically, and what alternatives were considered?
  • What's the realistic timeline for a case like mine?
  • Does the quoted fee cover retainers, refinements and emergency visits, or are those extra?
  • What happens to the price if treatment runs longer than planned?
  • What retainer will I be given, and for how long am I expected to wear it?
  • Is a payment plan available, and on what terms?

Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step

Treatment in Cothall runs through a predictable sequence of stages, set out below so you know what's coming.

Orthodontic Treatments in Cothall

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Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Cothall

Every treatment type has strengths and limitations. This filters quickly to the options most relevant to your situation:

This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Cothall. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.

Frequently Asked Questions in Cothall

Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Cothall often want to know before getting started.

Where is the nearest orthodontist to Cothall?

On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Cothall is DYCE DENTAL PRACTICE, about 2.2 miles to the south-east. The next closest are T/A MINT DENTAL CARE KINGSEAT (3.0 miles) and Old Machar Dental and Implant Centre | Invisalign and Emergency Dentist Aberdeen (4.2 miles).

How many orthodontic practices are near Cothall?

Our register has 6 practices within 5 miles of Cothall, 65 practices within 10 miles and 78 practices within 20 miles.

Is there an NHS orthodontist near Cothall?

The nearest practice to Cothall that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is DYCE DENTAL PRACTICE, about 2.2 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include T/A MINT DENTAL CARE KINGSEAT (3.0 miles) and Old Machar Dental and Implant Centre | Invisalign and Emergency Dentist Aberdeen (4.2 miles).

How do I start orthodontic treatment in Cothall, 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 Cothall, Aberdeenshire?

Yes. Braces and aligners can be compared more effectively once the case itself has been reviewed.

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TitleCothall, Aberdeenshire Braces & Aligners
PublisherVirtual Consultant Online
Published1 June 2022
Modified10 October 2026
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