Orthodontic practices near Crawfordjohn
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of Crawfordjohn; 28 practices within 20. The closest is LESMAHAGOW DENTAL, 10.6 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LESMAHAGOW DENTALLesmahagow | 10.6 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| LANARK SMILE STUDIOSLanark | 12.0 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| WOODSTOCK DENTALLanark | 12.1 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| WATERLOO DENTAL PRACTICELanark | 12.2 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| HIGH STREET DENTALBiggar | 12.8 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| KIRKMUIRHILL DENTALLesmahagow | 12.9 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| BIGGAR DENTAL PRACTICEBiggar | 13.1 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| CLYDE VALLEY DENTAL PRACTICENetherburn | 14.3 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Crawfordjohn with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Lesmahagow, 10.6 miles north-west; the next are Lanark (12.0 miles north) and Biggar (12.8 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Lesmahagow | 2 | 10.6 miles north-west |
| Lanark | 3 | 12.0 miles north |
| Biggar | 2 | 12.8 miles north-east |
| Netherburn | 1 | 14.3 miles north |
| Glassford | 1 | 16.0 miles north-west |
| Carluke | 3 | 16.2 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Crawfordjohn
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is The Tooth Doctor in Carluke (4.9 from 576 reviews), 16.2 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Tooth DoctorCarluke | 4.9 (576 reviews) | 16.2 miles north |
| Wishaw Dental ClinicWishaw | 4.6 (63 reviews) | 19.8 miles north |
| Cross House Dental SurgeryMeikle Earnock | 4.4 (15 reviews) | 18.5 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Crawfordjohn at a Glance
| Nation | Scotland |
|---|---|
| Council area | South Lanarkshire |
| NHS dental services | NHS Lanarkshire |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384 |
| Area type (ONS) | Accessible Rural |
| Deprivation | More deprived than most of Scotland |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within South Lanarkshire | 150th closest to an orthodontic practice of 154 places in the county (the county median is 0.9 miles) |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Glasgow Dental Hospital, Glasgow — 32 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | LESMAHAGOW DENTAL, Lesmahagow — 11 miles LANARK SMILE STUDIOS, Lanark — 12 miles HIGH STREET DENTAL, Biggar — 13 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 25 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 0 within 10 miles, 28 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 Crawfordjohn
From Crawfordjohn the nearest practice is LESMAHAGOW DENTAL, 10.6 miles away. A course of braces or aligners involves many appointments, so the length of that journey matters when comparing it with practices further afield. 28 practices are within 20 miles.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: The Tooth Doctor (16.2 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 1 of the practices around Crawfordjohn list clear aligners, the nearest 16.2 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Crawfordjohn are commissioned by NHS Lanarkshire; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is LESMAHAGOW DENTAL, 10.6 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Glasgow Dental Hospital in Glasgow, about 32 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Crawfordjohn to LESMAHAGOW DENTAL is roughly 25 minutes each way. A course of fixed braces typically means 10 to 20 visits (a consultation, the fitting, 7 to 17 adjustments and the removal), which from here comes to about 280 to 550 miles and 8 to 17 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £125 to £250 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 170 to 280 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey.
Orthodontic Treatment In Crawfordjohn
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Orthodontist in Crawfordjohn: This page was put together for people in Crawfordjohn who want more than a generic search result before choosing a treatment route. It is relevant to searches focused on both Crawfordjohn and the wider South Lanarkshire area.
What official data says about Crawfordjohn
Crawfordjohn is classified as accessible Rural, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Lanarkshire. People in Crawfordjohn usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 11 miles away. By national deprivation ranking, Crawfordjohn sits among the more deprived areas of Scotland. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Crawfordjohn is Glasgow Dental Hospital in Glasgow, about 32 miles away.
Crawfordjohn at a glance
Heading south-east for around 5 km brings you to Abington, the closest linked location.
Practice signals around Crawfordjohn
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Crawfordjohn itself. The nearest we do hold are LESMAHAGOW DENTAL, about 11 miles away; LANARK SMILE STUDIOS, about 12 miles away; and HIGH STREET DENTAL in Biggar, about 13 miles away.
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How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Crawfordjohn
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From First Photo to Finished Smile in Crawfordjohn
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Orthodontic Treatments in Crawfordjohn
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Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Crawfordjohn
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Crawfordjohn — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Crawfordjohn. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Crawfordjohn
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Frequently Asked Questions in Crawfordjohn
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Crawfordjohn often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Crawfordjohn?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Crawfordjohn is LESMAHAGOW DENTAL, about 10.6 miles to the north-west. The next closest are LANARK SMILE STUDIOS (12.0 miles) and WOODSTOCK DENTAL (12.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Crawfordjohn?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Crawfordjohn, 0 practices within 10 miles and 28 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Lesmahagow, 10.6 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Crawfordjohn?
The nearest practice to Crawfordjohn that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is LESMAHAGOW DENTAL, about 10.6 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include LANARK SMILE STUDIOS (12.0 miles) and WOODSTOCK DENTAL (12.1 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Crawfordjohn, South Lanarkshire?
For many patients, the simplest way to begin is with a remote assessment that helps clarify likely next steps.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Crawfordjohn, South Lanarkshire?
Yes. The most suitable treatment depends on the case, and an assessment can help compare braces and aligners in a more meaningful way.