Retainers in Craigentinny at a Glance
| Nearest practice listing retainers | Ocean Orthodontic Clinic, Edinburgh — 2 miles |
|---|---|
| Nearest practice with emergency care | None within 30 miles on our register |
| Nearest practice open evenings or weekends | Holyrood Dental Care, Edinburgh — 1.5 miles; 2 within 10 miles |
| Practices on our register | 102 within 5 miles, 147 within 10, 235 within 20 |
| Area type (ONS) | Large Urban Areas |
| Deprivation | More deprived than most of Scotland |
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 Craigentinny listing retainers
On our practice register: 102 practices within 5 miles of Craigentinny, 147 practices within 10 and 235 practices within 20. The closest is MEADOWBANK DENTAL PRACTICE in Edinburgh, 1.1 miles west. Few practices near here list retainers in their published information, so this lists the nearest of any kind.
| Practice | Distance | Retainers | Emergency care | Evenings or weekends | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MEADOWBANK DENTAL PRACTICEEdinburgh | 1.1 miles west | – | – | – | – |
| 6 EAST HERMITAGE PLACEEdinburgh | 1.1 miles north-west | – | – | – | – |
| 100-102 EASTER ROADEdinburgh | 1.2 miles west | – | – | – | – |
| MY DENTISTMusselburgh | 1.2 miles south-east | – | – | – | – |
| 2 SOUTHFIELD LOANDanderhall | 1.3 miles south-east | – | – | – | – |
| DENTAL SURGERY 2Edinburgh | 1.3 miles west | – | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Craigentinny with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Edinburgh, 1.1 miles west; the next are Musselburgh (1.2 miles south-east) and Danderhall (1.3 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Edinburgh | 21 | 1.1 miles west |
| Musselburgh | 4 | 1.2 miles south-east |
| Danderhall | 5 | 1.3 miles south-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Retainers near Craigentinny
| What you may need | Look for | Nearest listing it | Next nearest | Within 20 miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Retainers | retainers | Ocean Orthodontic Clinic, Edinburgh (2 miles) | none other | 1 |
| Urgent repairs | emergency care | not mentioned nearby | none other | 0 |
| Visits outside working hours | evening or weekend opening | Holyrood Dental Care, Edinburgh (1.5 miles) | Ocean Orthodontic Clinic (2 miles) | 2 |
| A fresh scan for a new retainer | digital scanning | not mentioned nearby | none other | 0 |
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.
Retention is a lifelong commitment, not a short-term measure many patients expect. Relapse begins quickly once active treatment stops, which is why retention never truly ends. Any orthodontic practice in Craigentinny can fit, replace or repair them if you need it.
Retainer Replacement and Emergency Care in Craigentinny
Expect to replace an Essix retainer every couple of years; Hawley plates last far longer, and bonded wires longest of all. The one thing to watch with a fixed retainer is a wire quietly debonding from a tooth.
Treat a lost or broken retainer as time-sensitive. Any orthodontic practice in Craigentinny can help, and catching a problem early is always far cheaper than dealing with relapse later.
Retainer Services in Craigentinny
How quickly you can be seen, and what's on offer, varies between the practices serving Craigentinny. Craigentinny is classified as large Urban Areas, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Lothian. With 101 orthodontic practices within five miles, Craigentinny is better served than 95% of towns in Scotland. Craigentinny falls in a more deprived area than most of Scotland, which can be relevant to NHS orthodontic eligibility. The nearest university dental hospital to Craigentinny is Dundee Dental Hospital, Dundee, about 35 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. See local practice availability in Craigentinny → They typically offer retainer fitting, replacement, and emergency repair appointments.
Expect private replacement Essix retainers (per arch) costs in Craigentinny to fall roughly between £80 and £150. Most practices can fabricate a replacement from a new scan or impression within a few working days. If you have moved away from your original treating practice, any orthodontic or dental practice in Craigentinny can usually provide replacement retainers.
The Retainer Wear Schedule
Guidance has shifted in recent years: removable retainers are now recommended indefinitely — full-time for the first 3–6 months, then nights only, then several nights a week for life. The old 'stop after two years' advice caused many relapses.
Fixed bonded retainers stay in place permanently unless they break, needing no daily decision — which makes them the most reliable long-term method.
If a removable retainer stops fitting after a gap in wear, don't force it — contact your orthodontist. A new retainer, or occasionally a short retreatment, is far cheaper than letting relapse set in.
After Your Braces Come Off in Craigentinny
Finishing active treatment is the start of retention, not the finish line. Many patients are surprised how much goes into keeping teeth exactly where treatment left them. This guide covers everything that happens after active treatment ends.
Keeping Teeth Straight Long-Term in Craigentinny
The practical commitment is modest: a fixed wire you don't think about, plus a removable retainer worn while sleeping. The reward is a straight smile that lasts decades. If you notice your removable retainer getting tighter or no longer fitting, contact an orthodontist promptly — early correction is far less costly than retreatment.
Frequently Asked Questions — Retainers in Craigentinny
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Craigentinny?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Craigentinny is MEADOWBANK DENTAL PRACTICE in Edinburgh, about 1.1 miles to the west. The next closest are 6 EAST HERMITAGE PLACE (1.1 miles) and 100-102 EASTER ROAD (1.2 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Craigentinny?
Our register has 102 practices within 5 miles of Craigentinny, 147 practices within 10 miles and 235 practices within 20 miles.
Where can I get a retainer near Craigentinny?
The nearest practice to Craigentinny that lists retainers is Ocean Orthodontic Clinic in Edinburgh, about 2.0 miles to the north-west.
Who commissions NHS dentistry in Craigentinny?
NHS dental commissioning in Craigentinny falls under NHS Lothian.
What kind of area is Craigentinny?
ONS classifies Craigentinny as large Urban Areas.
How deprived is Craigentinny compared with the rest of Scotland?
By the national deprivation index, Craigentinny is more deprived than most of Scotland. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
What towns are near Craigentinny?
Nearby towns include Restalrig, South Leith, Portobello.
How much does a replacement retainer cost?
Essix replacements typically run £80-£150 per arch, Hawley retainers £150-£250 but last longer, and rebonding a fixed wire is usually £50-£150. Prices vary by practice, so it's worth getting a quote locally.
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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