Costs in Crimond at a Glance
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384 |
|---|---|
| Deprivation | More deprived than most of Scotland |
| Nearest practice listing private treatment | Old Machar Dental and Implant Centre | Invisalign and Emergency Dentist Aberdeen, Dyce — 29.2 miles |
| Nearest practice listing payment plans | Bridge of Don Dental & Aesthetic Clinic, Bridge of Don — 29.9 miles |
| Practices on our register | 0 within 5 miles, 7 within 10, 10 within 20 |
| Area type (ONS) | Accessible Rural |
| Access within Aberdeenshire | 344th closest to a practice of 487 places in the county; the county median is 4.3 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.
Practices near Crimond that list payment plans
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Crimond; 7 practices within 10 and 10 practices within 20. The closest is GC DENTAL MINTLAW, 6.1 miles south-west. The nearest that mentions finance or monthly payments is Bridge of Don Dental & Aesthetic Clinic, 29.9 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Finance | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GC DENTAL MINTLAWMintlaw | 6.1 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| FAITHLIE DENTAL PRACTICEFraserburgh | 7.1 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| T/A FRITHSIDE DENTAL CAREFraserburgh | 7.1 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| CLARK DENTAL CLINIC LTDFraserburgh | 7.3 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| T/A FRASERBURGH DENTAL CAREFraserburgh | 7.3 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| QUEEN STREET DENTAL PRACTICEPeterhead | 8.1 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Crimond with practices listing payment plans
The closest town with practices listing payment plans is Mintlaw, 6.1 miles south-west; the next are Fraserburgh (7.1 miles north-west) and Peterhead (8.1 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Mintlaw | 1 | 6.1 miles south-west |
| Fraserburgh | 4 | 7.1 miles north-west |
| Peterhead | 2 | 8.1 miles south-east |
| Boddam | 1 | 10.3 miles south-east |
| Ellon | 2 | 17.1 miles south |
| Turriff | 1 | 20.5 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
What a course costs from Crimond, travel included
The fees are typical UK private prices. Travel is added for the journey to GC DENTAL MINTLAW, the nearest practice on our register (6.1 miles away, about 7.9 miles by road), at the 45p a mile HMRC rate for every visit there and back.
| Treatment | Typical fee | Visits | Travel | Total from here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Metal braces | £1,500 to £3,500 | 10 to 20 | £70 to £145 | £1,570 to £3,645 |
| Ceramic braces | £2,000 to £4,500 | 10 to 20 | £70 to £145 | £2,070 to £4,645 |
| Lingual braces | £4,000 to £8,000 | 10 to 20 | £70 to £145 | £4,070 to £8,145 |
| Clear aligners | £1,500 to £5,500 | 6 to 10 | £45 to £70 | £1,545 to £5,570 |
| Invisalign | £2,500 to £5,500 | 6 to 10 | £45 to £70 | £2,545 to £5,570 |
Estimates. Fees vary by practice and case, so ask what each quote includes (retainers, refinements, emergency visits). NHS treatment for eligible under-18s is free.
What affects cost near Crimond
| Cost factor | Look for | Nearest listing it | Next nearest | Within 20 miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Free first appointment | a free consultation | Bridge of Don Dental & Aesthetic Clinic (29.9 miles) | none other | 0 |
| Monthly payments | payment plans | Bridge of Don Dental & Aesthetic Clinic (29.9 miles) | none other | 0 |
| NHS treatment | NHS orthodontics | GC DENTAL MINTLAW (6.1 miles) | FAITHLIE DENTAL PRACTICE (7.1 miles); T/A FRITHSIDE DENTAL CARE (7.1 miles) | 10 |
| Private treatment | private fees | Old Machar Dental and Implant Centre | Invisalign and Emergency Dentist Aberdeen, Dyce (29.2 miles) | Bridge of Don Dental & Aesthetic Clinic (29.9 miles) | 0 |
| Aligner prices to compare | aligners | Old Machar Dental and Implant Centre | Invisalign and Emergency Dentist Aberdeen, Dyce (29.2 miles) | Bridge of Don Dental & Aesthetic Clinic (29.9 miles) | 0 |
| Brace prices to compare | fixed braces | Bridge of Don Dental & Aesthetic Clinic (29.9 miles) | 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.
The cost of straightening teeth in Crimond runs from free NHS treatment for eligible under-18s to over £7,000 for complex private cases. Understanding what drives the price, and what should be included in the fee, helps you compare quotes accurately. This guide sets out typical fees, what affects them, and how payment plans spread the cost.
Paying for Orthodontic Treatment in Crimond
Most private orthodontic practices in Crimond offer payment plans — typically 0% or low-interest monthly instalments spread over the course of treatment (usually 12–24 months). This makes private treatment much more financially accessible. A deposit of 10–25% of the total fee is usually required to start treatment, with the balance spread over equal monthly payments.
Always check whether the payment plan is in-house (directly with the practice) or through a finance provider such as Chrysalis Finance or Medenta. In-house plans typically have no credit check; third-party finance plans involve a formal credit application.
Orthodontic Price Guide for Crimond
The table below sets out indicative private ranges in Crimond — useful for a like-for-like comparison:
| Treatment type | Typical cost range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| NHS metal braces | Free for eligible under-18s | Adults aged 26 and over who qualify pay 80% of the NHS fee, capped at £384 for a course of treatment. |
| Private metal braces | £1,500–£3,500 | No waiting list. Full arch treatment. Retainers included in good practices. |
| Ceramic braces | £2,000–£4,500 | Tooth-coloured brackets. More discreet than metal. Not NHS-available. |
| Clear aligners (non-Invisalign) | £1,500–£4,500 | Wide range by brand and complexity. Confirm refinements and retainers are included. |
| Invisalign Lite | £2,500–£3,500 | Mild cases only. Limited refinements. |
| Invisalign Comprehensive | £3,500–£5,500 | Moderate to complex. Unlimited refinements within treatment cycle. |
| Lingual braces | £4,000–£8,000 | Completely hidden. Highest cost. Fewest providers in Crimond. |
These are typical private fee ranges for Crimond — individual practices may charge more or less depending on their overheads, location, and clinician experience. Always request a written treatment plan with the full fee itemised before committing.
Cost Context for Crimond
As a guide, private full fixed brace treatment in Crimond usually ranges from £1,500 to £5,500. Case complexity — not just preference — is usually what determines whether aligners or fixed braces are recommended.
Orthodontic practices in and around Crimond vary in the treatments and appointment types they offer. Crimond — accessible Rural by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Grampian for NHS dentistry. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Crimond; the nearest is about 6 miles away. By national deprivation ranking, Crimond sits among the more deprived areas of Scotland. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Crimond is Aberdeen Dental School in Aberdeen, about 32 miles away. See local practice availability in Crimond → Costs can vary significantly between providers — getting two or three quotes and comparing what's included (retainers, refinements, both arches) before committing is strongly recommended.
What affects clear aligner cost in Crimond?
There is no single price for clear aligners in Crimond — it depends on several factors. Complexity, brand, refinement allowances and clinical input each pull the price up or down. Comparing quotes only makes sense once you know what each one covers.
Typical Aligner Price Bands in Crimond
Indicative private aligner pricing in Crimond looks like this:
Clear aligners in Crimond — comparing lower-cost options
'Affordable' and 'cheap' are meaningfully different when it comes to aligner treatment in Crimond. A lower fee can reflect a simpler case — or corners cut on refinements and supervision. Knowing the warning signs helps you tell a good-value option from a false economy.
How to Find Genuine Value in Crimond
The most reliable route to good value in Crimond is to establish case complexity first, then compare quotes on like-for-like terms. A photo assessment gives you a clinician's read on likely complexity before paid consultations, so you compare from an informed position.
Frequently Asked Questions — Costs in Crimond
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Crimond?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Crimond is GC DENTAL MINTLAW, about 6.1 miles to the south-west. The next closest are FAITHLIE DENTAL PRACTICE (7.1 miles) and T/A FRITHSIDE DENTAL CARE (7.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Crimond?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Crimond, 7 practices within 10 miles and 10 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Mintlaw, 6.1 miles away.
Which practices near Crimond offer payment plans?
The nearest practice to Crimond that mentions finance or monthly payment options is Bridge of Don Dental & Aesthetic Clinic, about 29.9 miles to the south.
Which NHS body covers Crimond for dental care?
Crimond sits within NHS Grampian for NHS dental commissioning.
What kind of area is Crimond?
By ONS classification, Crimond falls under accessible Rural.
How deprived is Crimond compared with the rest of Scotland?
By the national deprivation index, Crimond 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 Crimond?
Blackhills, Cortes Village, New Leads are within easy reach of Crimond.
Are there hidden costs in orthodontic treatment?
Watch for retainers not included in the headline fee, aligner refinements, mid-treatment X-rays, emergency appointments for breakages, and charges for treatment running beyond the original plan — a full itemised quote up front avoids surprises.
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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