Orthodontic practices near Craigleith
On our practice register: 114 practices within 5 miles of Craigleith, 153 practices within 10 and 243 practices within 20. The closest is 3 COMELY BANK in Edinburgh, 0.4 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 COMELY BANKEdinburgh | 0.4 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| 4 GREAT STUART STREETEdinburgh | 0.9 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| E H DENTAL CAREEdinburgh | 1.0 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Edinburgh Dental StudioEdinburgh | 1.0 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 5.0 (242 reviews) |
| NEW TOWN DENTAL PRACTICEEdinburgh | 1.1 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| HAYMARKET DENTALEdinburgh | 1.1 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Integrated DentalcareEdinburgh | 1.1 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (323 reviews) |
| 4 HOWARD PLACEEdinburgh | 1.1 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Craigleith
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Edinburgh Dental Studio (5.0 from 242 reviews), 1.0 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Edinburgh Dental StudioEdinburgh | 5.0 (242 reviews) | 1.0 miles south-east |
| Integrated DentalcareEdinburgh | 4.9 (323 reviews) | 1.1 miles south-east |
| Cherrybank Dental SpaEdinburgh | 4.8 (419 reviews) | 1.3 miles east |
| Edinburgh Dental SpecialistsEdinburgh | 4.8 (350 reviews) | 1.2 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Craigleith 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 | 114 practices, more than 96% of towns in Scotland |
| Access within City of Edinburgh | 56th closest to an orthodontic practice of 118 places in the county (the county median is 0.4 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.4 miles away, closer than 88% of towns in Scotland |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Dundee Dental Hospital, Dundee — 36 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | 3 COMELY BANK, Edinburgh — under a mile 26-28 MAIN STREET, Davidsons Mains — 2 miles Vermilion Orthodontics, Colinton — 2 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 153 within 10 miles, 243 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 Craigleith
The nearest practice to Craigleith is 3 COMELY BANK in Edinburgh, 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 153 practices, and within 20 there are 243.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Edinburgh Dental Studio (1 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 5 of the practices around Craigleith list clear aligners, the nearest 1 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Craigleith are commissioned by NHS Lothian; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is 3 COMELY BANK in Edinburgh, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee, about 36 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Craigleith
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Orthodontist in Craigleith: If your search for orthodontic treatment in Craigleith keeps returning generic directory listings, this page is meant to be more useful. It connects local orthodontic research in Craigleith with the wider City of Edinburgh area.
What official data says about Craigleith
Craigleith is classified as large Urban Areas, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Lothian. Craigleith has 114 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 96% of towns in Scotland. National deprivation data ranks Craigleith among Scotland's less deprived areas. The nearest university dental hospital to Craigleith is Dundee Dental Hospital, Dundee, about 36 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Local orthodontic signals in Craigleith
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Craigleith itself. The nearest recorded are 3 COMELY BANK in Edinburgh, under a mile away; 26-28 MAIN STREET in Davidsons Mains, about 2 miles away; and Vermilion Orthodontics in Colinton, about 2 miles away.
Continue your local research
If distance is not a limiting factor, you may also want to browse pages for Orchard Brae, Comely Bank, East Pilton, Drylaw, Granton, and Gorgie.
Craigleith in numbers
Just under 1 km north, Orchard Brae is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Craigleith
Many people in Craigleith delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Craigleith — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Craigleith
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Craigleith has the full spectrum of options. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs.
Treatment Options in Craigleith — Local Context
Provision in Craigleith varies by practice — it's worth comparing more than one before committing. By ONS classification, Craigleith falls under large Urban Areas. Craigleith sits within NHS Lothian for NHS dental commissioning. Craigleith has 114 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 96% of towns in Scotland. By national deprivation ranking, Craigleith sits among the less deprived areas of Scotland. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Craigleith is about 36 miles from Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Craigleith itself. The nearest recorded are 3 COMELY BANK in Edinburgh, under a mile away; 26-28 MAIN STREET in Davidsons Mains, about 2 miles away; and Vermilion Orthodontics in Colinton, about 2 miles away. Straightforward crowding or spacing cases often suit aligners; more involved bite corrections are more often treated with fixed braces.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Craigleith. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Craigleith
This section helps connect Craigleith, City of Edinburgh to the wider local area for people comparing treatment options. Nearby pages covering Orchard Brae, Comely Bank, East Pilton, Drylaw, Granton, and Gorgie may also help if you are still comparing locations.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Craigleith
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Craigleith often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Craigleith?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Craigleith is 3 COMELY BANK in Edinburgh, about 0.4 miles to the east. The next closest are 4 GREAT STUART STREET (0.9 miles) and E H DENTAL CARE (1.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Craigleith?
Our register has 114 practices within 5 miles of Craigleith, 153 practices within 10 miles and 243 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Craigleith?
The nearest practice to Craigleith that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is 3 COMELY BANK in Edinburgh, about 0.4 miles to the east. Others nearby include 4 GREAT STUART STREET (0.9 miles) and E H DENTAL CARE (1.0 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Craigleith, City of Edinburgh?
A guided photo assessment is often the easiest starting point because it helps move broad research into something more specific.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Craigleith, City of Edinburgh?
Yes. A clinician-reviewed assessment can help you understand whether fixed braces or clear aligners may be more suitable based on the movements required and your treatment goals.