Orthodontic practices near Croft Outerly
On our practice register: 10 practices within 5 miles of Croft Outerly, 28 practices within 10 and 211 practices within 20. The closest is LESLIE MEADOWS DENTAL CARE, 0.3 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LESLIE MEADOWS DENTAL CARELeslie | 0.3 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| SALTIRE DENTAL PRACTICEGlenrothes | 1.3 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Saltire Dental Practice LtdGlenrothes | 1.3 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.4 (115 reviews) |
| NORTH STREET DENTAL PRACTICEGlenrothes | 1.6 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Balbirnie Oral Care LtdGlenrothes | 2.2 miles east | ✓ | – | – | 4.6 (11 reviews) |
| BALBIRNIE ORAL CARE LTDMarkinch | 2.2 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| BUPA DENTAL CAREThornton | 2.2 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| PUBLIC DENTAL SERVICECoaltown of Balgonie | 2.8 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Croft Outerly with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Leslie, 0.3 miles west; the next are Glenrothes (1.3 miles south-east) and Markinch (2.2 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Leslie | 1 | 0.3 miles west |
| Glenrothes | 4 | 1.3 miles south-east |
| Markinch | 1 | 2.2 miles east |
| Thornton | 1 | 2.2 miles south-east |
| Coaltown of Balgonie | 1 | 2.8 miles south-east |
| Cardenden | 2 | 4.2 miles south-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Croft Outerly
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is International Smiles in Burntisland (5.0 from 29 reviews), 9.9 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| International SmilesBurntisland | 5.0 (29 reviews) | 9.9 miles south |
| Kelty Dental PracticeKelty | 4.9 (282 reviews) | 8.0 miles south-west |
| Breeze Family Dental Care (Cardenden)Cardenden | 4.9 (82 reviews) | 4.2 miles south-west |
| Balbirnie Oral Care LtdGlenrothes | 4.6 (11 reviews) | 2.2 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Croft Outerly 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) | Other Urban Areas |
| Deprivation | Around the Scotland average |
| Practices within 5 miles | 10 practices, more than 76% of towns in Scotland |
| Access within Fife | 30th closest to an orthodontic practice of 229 places in the county (the county median is 1.5 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.3 miles away, closer than 90% of towns in Scotland |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Dundee Dental Hospital, Dundee — 20 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | LESLIE MEADOWS DENTAL CARE, Leslie — under a mile SALTIRE DENTAL PRACTICE, Glenrothes — 1 miles BALBIRNIE ORAL CARE LTD, Markinch — 2 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 28 within 10 miles, 211 within 20 miles |
| Nearest general dentist | Bupa Dental Care — under a mile |
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 Croft Outerly
The nearest practice to Croft Outerly is LESLIE MEADOWS DENTAL CARE, 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 28 practices, and within 20 there are 211.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: 1 of the practices around Croft Outerly list clear aligners, the nearest 1.3 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 Croft Outerly are commissioned by NHS Fife; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is LESLIE MEADOWS DENTAL CARE, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee, about 20 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Croft Outerly
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Orthodontist in Croft Outerly: If your search for orthodontic treatment in Croft Outerly keeps returning generic directory listings, this page is meant to be more useful. It also gives context for people comparing options from other towns in Fife.
Nearby location pages
If distance is not a limiting factor, you may also want to browse pages for Leslie, Macedonia, Tanshall, Caskieberran, Rimbleton, and South Parks.
Practice data for Croft Outerly
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Croft Outerly itself. The nearest recorded are LESLIE MEADOWS DENTAL CARE, under a mile away; SALTIRE DENTAL PRACTICE in Glenrothes, about a mile away; and BALBIRNIE ORAL CARE LTD in Markinch, about 2 miles away.
What official data says about Croft Outerly
ONS classifies Croft Outerly as other Urban Areas. Croft Outerly sits within NHS Fife for NHS dental commissioning. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (10), Croft Outerly has more choice than 76% of towns in Scotland. National deprivation data puts Croft Outerly close to the Scotland median. The nearest university dental hospital to Croft Outerly is Dundee Dental Hospital, Dundee, about 20 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Croft Outerly in numbers
Just under 1 km east, Macedonia is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Croft Outerly
Starting orthodontic treatment in Croft Outerly can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. Knowing what happens at each step — and roughly how long it takes — removes most of the uncertainty. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
Making Treatment Go Smoothly in Croft Outerly
- Don't skip adjustment visits — each one keeps the plan on schedule; missing them just adds time later.
- Step up your cleaning routine — brackets and wires trap plaque, so interdental brushes and fluoride mouthwash matter more than usual.
- Aligner wear time is non-negotiable — under 20–22 hours a day and the plan slips, sometimes needing extra refinement trays.
- Report breakages same-day — a loose bracket or broken wire left unaddressed can undo weeks of progress.
- Retainers start the moment treatment ends — this is the single biggest factor in whether the result actually lasts.
Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
Every case in Croft Outerly follows broadly the same arc; knowing the stages in advance makes the whole thing feel far more manageable.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Croft Outerly
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Croft Outerly can feel overwhelming at first. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.
Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Croft Outerly
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Croft Outerly — 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 Croft Outerly. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Croft Outerly
This section helps connect Croft Outerly, Fife to the wider local area for people comparing treatment options. For a broader comparison, pages for Leslie, Macedonia, Tanshall, Caskieberran, Rimbleton, and South Parks follow the same format.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Croft Outerly
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Croft Outerly often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Croft Outerly?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Croft Outerly is LESLIE MEADOWS DENTAL CARE, about 0.3 miles to the west. The next closest are SALTIRE DENTAL PRACTICE (1.3 miles) and Saltire Dental Practice Ltd (1.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Croft Outerly?
Our register has 10 practices within 5 miles of Croft Outerly, 28 practices within 10 miles and 211 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Croft Outerly?
The nearest practice to Croft Outerly that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is LESLIE MEADOWS DENTAL CARE, about 0.3 miles to the west. Others nearby include SALTIRE DENTAL PRACTICE (1.3 miles) and Saltire Dental Practice Ltd (1.3 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Croft Outerly, Fife?
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 Croft Outerly, Fife?
Yes. Braces and aligners can be compared more effectively once the case itself has been reviewed.