Costs in Craichie at a Glance
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384 |
|---|---|
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of Scotland |
| Nearest practice listing private treatment | Oris Dental & Implant Studio, Monifieth — 8.9 miles |
| Nearest practice listing payment plans | Kingsway Dental Practice, Dundee — 10.4 miles |
| Practices on our register | 3 within 5 miles, 16 within 10, 62 within 20 |
| Area type (ONS) | Accessible Rural |
| Access within Angus | 88th closest to a practice of 168 places in the county; the county median is 3.5 miles |
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 near Craichie that list payment plans
On our practice register: 3 practices within 5 miles of Craichie, 16 practices within 10 and 62 practices within 20. The closest is HIGH STREET DENTAL PRACTICE in Forfar, 3.7 miles north-west. The nearest that mentions finance or monthly payments is Kingsway Dental Practice, 10.4 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Finance | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HIGH STREET DENTAL PRACTICEForfar | 3.7 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| FORFAR DENTAL CAREForfar | 3.9 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| CASTLE STREET DENTALForfar | 3.9 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| LAWS DENTALCarnoustie | 8.3 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| CARNOUSTIE DENTAL CARECarnoustie | 8.4 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| KIRRIEMUIR DENTAL PRACTICEKirriemuir | 8.8 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Craichie with practices listing payment plans
The closest town with practices listing payment plans is Forfar, 3.7 miles north-west; the next are Carnoustie (8.3 miles south-east) and Kirriemuir (8.8 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Forfar | 3 | 3.7 miles north-west |
| Carnoustie | 2 | 8.3 miles south-east |
| Kirriemuir | 1 | 8.8 miles north-west |
| Monifieth | 4 | 8.9 miles south |
| Arbroath | 4 | 9.0 miles south-east |
| Dundee | 9 | 9.3 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 Craichie
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), 10.3 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Perla OrthodonticsTayport | 4.7 (13 reviews) | 10.3 miles south |
| Oris Dental & Implant StudioMonifieth | 4.6 (87 reviews) | 8.9 miles south |
| Kingsway Dental PracticeDundee | 3.2 (14 reviews) | 10.4 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
What a course costs from Craichie, travel included
The fees are typical UK private prices. Travel is added for the journey to HIGH STREET DENTAL PRACTICE, the nearest practice on our register (3.7 miles away, about 4.8 miles by road), at the 45p a mile HMRC rate for every visit there and back.
| Treatment | Typical fee | Visits | Travel | Total from here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Metal braces | £1,500 to £3,500 | 10 to 20 | £45 to £85 | £1,545 to £3,585 |
| Ceramic braces | £2,000 to £4,500 | 10 to 20 | £45 to £85 | £2,045 to £4,585 |
| Lingual braces | £4,000 to £8,000 | 10 to 20 | £45 to £85 | £4,045 to £8,085 |
| Clear aligners | £1,500 to £5,500 | 6 to 10 | £25 to £45 | £1,525 to £5,545 |
| Invisalign | £2,500 to £5,500 | 6 to 10 | £25 to £45 | £2,525 to £5,545 |
Estimates. Fees vary by practice and case, so ask what each quote includes (retainers, refinements, emergency visits). NHS treatment for eligible under-18s is free.
What affects cost near Craichie
| Cost factor | Look for | Nearest listing it | Next nearest | Within 20 miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Free first appointment | a free consultation | Perla Orthodontics, Tayport (10.3 miles) | Kingsway Dental Practice (10.4 miles) | 2 |
| Monthly payments | payment plans | Kingsway Dental Practice, Dundee (10.4 miles) | none other | 1 |
| NHS treatment | NHS orthodontics | HIGH STREET DENTAL PRACTICE, Forfar (3.7 miles) | FORFAR DENTAL CARE (3.9 miles); CASTLE STREET DENTAL (3.9 miles) | 29 |
| Private treatment | private fees | Oris Dental & Implant Studio, Monifieth (8.9 miles) | Perla Orthodontics (10.3 miles); Kingsway Dental Practice (10.4 miles) | 4 |
| Aligner prices to compare | aligners | Perla Orthodontics, Tayport (10.3 miles) | none other | 1 |
| Brace prices to compare | fixed braces | Perla Orthodontics, Tayport (10.3 miles) | none other | 1 |
Built from what each practice's own published information mentions, so a missing entry means not mentioned, which does not mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
The cost of straightening teeth in Craichie runs from free NHS treatment for eligible under-18s to over £7,000 for complex private cases. Most patients fall somewhere in the middle, and knowing each tier's typical cost is the first step. Below we break down NHS and private pricing and the finance options available locally.
Why Quotes Vary So Much
Treatment type matters most. The gap between metal and lingual braces reflects real differences in materials, lab work and chair time.
Case complexity moves the price within any treatment type. A mild spacing case needs fewer appointments and less clinical time than a complex overbite correction with extractions.
Number of arches is an easy thing to miss: a single-arch quote will look cheaper than a dual-arch one, so check like for like.
Retainers close out treatment but aren't always in the headline fee — ask whether they're included or charged on top.
Refinements can quietly inflate an aligner bill if capped, so pin down the refinement policy up front.
Practice location and overheads push city-centre fees above suburban ones. Craichie usually has practices at several price points, so two or three quotes are worthwhile.
Cost Context for Craichie
Private full fixed brace treatment costs in Craichie generally sit between £1,500 and £5,500. Straightforward crowding or spacing cases often suit aligners; more involved bite corrections are more often treated with fixed braces.
How quickly you can be seen, and what's on offer, varies between the practices serving Craichie. Craichie is classified as accessible Rural, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Tayside. With 3 orthodontic practices within five miles, Craichie is better served than 63% of towns in Scotland. Craichie's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of Scotland. The nearest university dental hospital to Craichie is Dundee Dental Hospital, Dundee, about 12 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. See local practice availability in Craichie → Costs can vary significantly between providers — getting two or three quotes and comparing what's included (retainers, refinements, both arches) before committing is strongly recommended.
Orthodontic Payment Plans in Craichie
Spreading the cost of orthodontic treatment over monthly payments makes even higher-cost options such as Invisalign or ceramic braces more manageable. Most practices in Craichie offer payment plans — ask whether they are 0% interest, what deposit is required, and whether payments continue if treatment takes longer than planned.
NHS treatment is free for eligible under-18s. Adults aged 26 and over who qualify pay 80% of the NHS fee, capped at £384 for a course of treatment.
Budget aligner options in Craichie
Affordable clear aligner options in Craichie genuinely exist and can deliver good results. The key is whether the saving comes from a genuinely simple case or from reduced clinical oversight. A photo assessment first tells you whether a budget option even suits your case.
Risks of Very Low-Cost Aligner Treatment
The greatest risk in very low-cost aligner treatment is mismatched case selection — where a treatment system designed for mild cases is applied to a more complex one. Signs that an aligner package may be cutting corners: no clinical X-rays requested before treatment, no in-person assessment at any stage, no mention of refinements or a very low refinement cap, retainers not included, and no clear escalation path if treatment isn't progressing as planned.
Aligner pricing in Craichie explained
Aligner pricing in Craichie is driven by more than the headline figure. Two quotes at the same headline price can include very different levels of clinical input. Understanding what sits behind the number is the key to comparing value properly.
Aligner Costs in Craichie — Local Context
Provision in Craichie varies by practice — it's worth comparing more than one before committing. With 3 orthodontic practices within five miles, Craichie is better served than 63% of towns in Scotland. Craichie — accessible Rural by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Tayside for NHS dentistry. By national deprivation ranking, Craichie sits among the less deprived areas of Scotland. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Craichie is about 12 miles from Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee. Straightforward crowding or spacing cases often suit aligners; more involved bite corrections are more often treated with fixed braces. Expect private aligner treatment (full course including retainers) costs in Craichie to fall roughly between £1,500 and £5,500. A photo-based assessment is a practical first step to establish case complexity before comparing quoted fees.
Frequently Asked Questions — Costs in Craichie
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Craichie?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Craichie is HIGH STREET DENTAL PRACTICE in Forfar, about 3.7 miles to the north-west. The next closest are FORFAR DENTAL CARE (3.9 miles) and CASTLE STREET DENTAL (3.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Craichie?
Our register has 3 practices within 5 miles of Craichie, 16 practices within 10 miles and 62 practices within 20 miles.
Which practices near Craichie offer payment plans?
The nearest practice to Craichie that mentions finance or monthly payment options is Kingsway Dental Practice in Dundee, about 10.4 miles to the south-west.
What NHS area is Craichie in for dental services?
NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Tayside.
Is Craichie rural or urban?
By ONS classification, Craichie falls under accessible Rural.
How deprived is Craichie compared with the rest of Scotland?
By the national deprivation index, Craichie is less deprived than most of Scotland. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
Which towns are close to Craichie?
Nearby towns include Auchterforfar, Bowriefauld, Lownie Moor.
How much do NHS braces cost?
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. Adults on certain benefits or low incomes can be exempt, and one charge covers the full course from fitting to retainers.
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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