Teeth Whitening in Craigentinny at a Glance
| Nearest general dentist | Abbeymount Dental Care — 1.3 miles |
|---|---|
| Nearest practice listing private treatment | Abbeymount Dental Care, Edinburgh — 1.3 miles; 4 within 10 miles |
| Nearest practice open evenings or weekends | Holyrood Dental Care, Edinburgh — 1.5 miles; 2 within 10 miles |
| Nearest practice listing payment plans | Holyrood Dental Care, Edinburgh — 1.5 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Large Urban Areas |
| Deprivation | More deprived than most of Scotland |
| Access within City of Edinburgh | 108th closest to a practice of 118 places in the county; the county median is 0.4 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.
Private practices near Craigentinny
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. The nearest listing private treatment is Abbeymount Dental Care, 1.3 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | Private | Payment plans | Evenings or weekends | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abbeymount Dental CareEdinburgh | 1.3 miles west | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (254 reviews) |
| Holyrood Dental CareEdinburgh | 1.5 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (154 reviews) |
| Orthodontic Lounge EdinburghDanderhall | 2.0 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (79 reviews) |
| Ocean Orthodontic ClinicEdinburgh | 2.0 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (238 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Craigentinny with private practices
The closest town with private practices is Edinburgh, 1.3 miles west; the next are Danderhall (2.0 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Edinburgh | 3 | 1.3 miles west |
| Danderhall | 1 | 2.0 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 Craigentinny
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Abbeymount Dental Care in Edinburgh (4.9 from 254 reviews), 1.3 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Abbeymount Dental CareEdinburgh | 4.9 (254 reviews) | 1.3 miles west |
| Ocean Orthodontic ClinicEdinburgh | 4.9 (238 reviews) | 2.0 miles north-west |
| Orthodontic Lounge EdinburghDanderhall | 4.9 (79 reviews) | 2.0 miles south-east |
| Holyrood Dental CareEdinburgh | 4.6 (154 reviews) | 1.5 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Dentist-led whitening is a safe, effective way to lighten tooth shade by several grades. Patients across Craigentinny choose it because the shade lift is calibrated to their teeth and sensitivity. Results can appear in a single in-chair session or build gradually over two to three weeks at home.
Understanding Tooth Shade — The VITA Scale
The VITA guide gives whitening an objective before-and-after in Craigentinny: most teeth start near A2–B3, and a course commonly achieves a 4–8 shade improvement.
Not all teeth respond equally. Intrinsic staining from tetracycline or fluorosis whitens poorly, yellow tones respond best, and grey tones least. Crowns, veneers and fillings don't change colour at all, which can create mismatches to plan around.
Professional Whitening Choices in Craigentinny
In-chair (laser/light-activated) whitening is done at the practice in one 60–90 minute appointment. A high-concentration gel is applied and activated with a light or laser, giving immediate results — typically a 4–8 shade lift, depending on your starting point.
Take-home tray whitening gives you custom-fitted trays to wear at home for a couple of weeks; the slower build tends to be gentler on sensitivity while reaching the same end shade.
Combined whitening pairs a fast in-chair kick-start with trays for maintenance — a popular route in Craigentinny for people who want quick results that last.
Over-the-counter kits sold in shops are limited by law to weak gel concentrations, so they're fine for touch-ups but no substitute for dentist-led whitening.
Teeth Whitening in Craigentinny — Local Context
Expect in-chair whitening in Craigentinny to cost £300–£700, with take-home tray kits typically £200–£450. Provision in Craigentinny varies by practice — it's worth comparing more than one before committing. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (101), Craigentinny has more choice than 95% of towns in Scotland. Craigentinny is classified as large Urban Areas, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Lothian. Craigentinny's deprivation ranking places it in a more deprived band than most of Scotland. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Craigentinny is about 35 miles from Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee. See local practice availability in Craigentinny →
Professional whitening is legally restricted to registered dental professionals in the UK. Always verify that any clinic offering whitening treatment is registered with the General Dental Council before proceeding.
Frequently Asked Questions — Teeth Whitening 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 teeth whitening near Craigentinny?
The nearest practice to Craigentinny that lists private treatment is Abbeymount Dental Care in Edinburgh, about 1.3 miles to the west. Others nearby include Holyrood Dental Care (1.5 miles) and Orthodontic Lounge Edinburgh (2.0 miles).
What NHS area is Craigentinny in for dental services?
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 Piershill, Willowbrae, Restalrig.
How soon after braces can I whiten my teeth?
It's usually best to wait a few weeks after braces are removed so the gums settle and any residual bonding is cleaned off. Whitening after orthodontics is very common — many patients treat it as the finishing touch — but your dentist will confirm the right timing for your case.
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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