Orthodontic practices near Crail
On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of Crail, 6 practices within 10 and 52 practices within 20. The closest is EAST NEUK DENTAL PRACTICE in Anstruther, 3.7 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EAST NEUK DENTAL PRACTICEAnstruther | 3.7 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| OASIS DENTAL CARE T/A BUPA DENTAL CARESaint Andrews | 8.2 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| St. Andrews OrthodonticsSaint Andrews | 8.3 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.3 (6 reviews) |
| GENTLE DENTAL CARESaint Andrews | 8.4 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| SMILE DENTAL CLINIC ST ANDREWSSaint Andrews | 8.4 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| St Andrews Dental CareSaint Andrews | 8.6 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (230 reviews) |
| CAMPBELL & GIBSON DENTAL AND IMPLANT CENNorth Berwick | 14.3 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| 1 DIRLETON AVENUENorth Berwick | 14.5 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Crail with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Anstruther, 3.7 miles south-west; the next are Saint Andrews (8.2 miles north-west) and North Berwick (14.3 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Anstruther | 1 | 3.7 miles south-west |
| Saint Andrews | 5 | 8.2 miles north-west |
| North Berwick | 2 | 14.3 miles south |
| Leven | 1 | 14.8 miles west |
| Cupar | 4 | 15.2 miles west |
| Methil | 1 | 15.9 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Crail
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is St Andrews Dental Care in Saint Andrews (4.9 from 230 reviews), 8.6 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Andrews Dental CareSaint Andrews | 4.9 (230 reviews) | 8.6 miles north-west |
| Perla OrthodonticsTayport | 4.7 (13 reviews) | 17.2 miles north-west |
| Oris Dental & Implant StudioMonifieth | 4.6 (87 reviews) | 16.9 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Crail at a Glance
| Nation | Scotland |
|---|---|
| Council area | Fife |
| NHS dental services | NHS Fife |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384 |
| Area type (ONS) | Accessible Rural |
| Deprivation | Around the Scotland average |
| Population | 1,670 |
| Practices within 5 miles | 1 practice |
| Access within Fife | 188th closest to an orthodontic practice of 229 places in the county (the county median is 1.5 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 3.7 miles away, closer than 52% of towns in Scotland |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Dundee Dental Hospital, Dundee — 19 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | EAST NEUK DENTAL PRACTICE, Anstruther — 4 miles OASIS DENTAL CARE T/A BUPA DENTAL CARE, Saint Andrews — 8 miles CAMPBELL & GIBSON DENTAL AND IMPLANT CEN, North Berwick — 14 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 6 within 10 miles, 52 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 Crail
Crail is 3.7 miles from EAST NEUK DENTAL PRACTICE in Anstruther, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 6 practices, and within 20 there are 52.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: St Andrews Dental Care (8.6 miles) mentions a free consultation; Perla Orthodontics (17.2 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 3 of the practices around Crail list clear aligners, the nearest 8.3 miles away.
For NHS treatment, which is free for eligible under-18s and reached by dentist referral rather than by contacting a practice: NHS dental services around Crail are commissioned by NHS Fife; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is EAST NEUK DENTAL PRACTICE in Anstruther, 3.7 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee, about 19 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Crail
Fife12 nearby locationsResearch orthodontic options in Crail
Orthodontist in Crail: People weighing up braces or aligners in Crail can use this page to understand the options before making contact with a practice. It also supports people comparing orthodontic options across Fife. Crail — a small village with a population of around 1,670 — is covered on this page specifically.
More local pages to browse
You can also compare treatment pages for Kingsbarns, Kilrenny, East Neuk, Cellardyke, Anstruther, and Anstruther Easter if you are weighing up more than one location.
Where Crail sits locally
Around 1,670 people live in Crail, which is a small village within Fife. Heading west for around 4 km brings you to East Neuk, the closest linked location.
Area profile for Crail
Crail is classified as accessible Rural. For NHS dental services, Crail falls under NHS Fife. Crail's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with Scotland as a whole. The nearest university dental hospital to Crail is Dundee Dental Hospital, Dundee, about 19 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Local provider signals in Crail
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Crail. The nearest recorded are EAST NEUK DENTAL PRACTICE in Anstruther, about 4 miles away; OASIS DENTAL CARE T/A BUPA DENTAL CARE in Saint Andrews, about 8 miles away; and CAMPBELL & GIBSON DENTAL AND IMPLANT CEN in North Berwick, about 14 miles away.
The Orthodontic Journey in Crail
Orthodontic treatment in Crail is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Crail
How quickly you can be seen, and what's on offer, varies between the practices serving Crail. ONS classifies Crail as accessible Rural. Crail sits within NHS Fife for NHS dental commissioning. Crail's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with Scotland as a whole. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Crail is Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee, about 19 miles away. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
Orthodontic Treatments in Crail
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Crail can feel overwhelming at first. The best treatment isn't the most expensive or the most discreet — it's the one that matches your case, lifestyle and budget. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Crail
No single treatment wins on every measure — this narrows things down to what matters most for your situation:
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Crail. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Crail
This part of the page is useful if you want to compare Crail, Fife with surrounding locations. Nearby pages covering Kingsbarns, Kilrenny, East Neuk, Cellardyke, Anstruther, and Anstruther Easter may also help if you are still comparing locations.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Crail
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Crail often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Crail?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Crail is EAST NEUK DENTAL PRACTICE in Anstruther, about 3.7 miles to the south-west. The next closest are OASIS DENTAL CARE T/A BUPA DENTAL CARE (8.2 miles) and St. Andrews Orthodontics (8.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Crail?
Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of Crail, 6 practices within 10 miles and 52 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Crail?
The nearest practice to Crail that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is EAST NEUK DENTAL PRACTICE in Anstruther, about 3.7 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include OASIS DENTAL CARE T/A BUPA DENTAL CARE (8.2 miles) and GENTLE DENTAL CARE (8.4 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Crail, Fife?
Starting with guided photos helps turn general research into a clearer next step reviewed by a clinician.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Crail, Fife?
Yes. A review of your photos and concerns can help show whether braces or clear aligners may be the better route.