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Orthodontic practices near Crossbrae

On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of Crossbrae, 3 practices within 10 and 16 practices within 20. The closest is TURIFF DENTAL PRACTICE in Turriff, 2.7 miles south-east.

PracticeDistanceNHSBracesAlignersGoogle rating
TURIFF DENTAL PRACTICETurriff2.7 miles south-east✓–––
BANFF DENTAL PRACTICEBanff7.3 miles north✓–––
MACDUFF DENTAL SURGERYMacduff7.6 miles north✓–––
HUNTLY DENTAL PRACTICEHuntly12.5 miles south-west✓–––
DEVERON DENTALHuntly12.9 miles south-west✓–––
Deveron Dental Centre, HuntlyHuntly12.9 miles south-west✓✓✓4.8 (160 reviews)
8TO8 DENTALKeith15.7 miles west✓–––
The Keith Dental HouseKeith15.9 miles west✓✓✓4.9 (39 reviews)

✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.

Nearest places to Crossbrae with orthodontic practices

The closest town with orthodontic practices is Turriff, 2.7 miles south-east; the next are Banff (7.3 miles north) and Macduff (7.6 miles north).

PlacePracticesNearest
Turriff12.7 miles south-east
Banff17.3 miles north
Macduff17.6 miles north
Huntly312.5 miles south-west
Keith215.7 miles west
Oldmeldrum117.2 miles south-east

Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.

Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Crossbrae

Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is 8to8 Dental in Buckie (4.9 from 491 reviews), 18.4 miles north-west.

PracticeGoogle ratingDistance
8to8 DentalBuckie4.9 (491 reviews)18.4 miles north-west
The Keith Dental HouseKeith4.9 (39 reviews)15.9 miles west
Deveron Dental Centre, HuntlyHuntly4.8 (160 reviews)12.9 miles south-west

Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.

Crossbrae at a Glance

NationScotland
Council areaAberdeenshire
NHS dental servicesNHS Grampian
NHS orthodontic chargesFree under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384
Area type (ONS)Remote Rural
DeprivationLess deprived than most of Scotland
Practices within 5 miles1 practice
Access within Aberdeenshire148th closest to an orthodontic practice of 487 places in the county (the county median is 4.3 miles)
Nearest practice compared2.7 miles away, closer than 60% of towns in Scotland
Nearest university dental hospitalAberdeen Dental School, Aberdeen — 32 miles
Nearest orthodontic practicesTURIFF DENTAL PRACTICE, Turriff — 3 miles
BANFF DENTAL PRACTICE, Banff — 7 miles
MACDUFF DENTAL SURGERY, Macduff — 8 miles
Practices within 10 and 20 miles3 within 10 miles, 16 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 Crossbrae

The nearest practice to Crossbrae is TURIFF DENTAL PRACTICE in Turriff, 2.7 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 3 practices, and within 20 there are 16.

To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Deveron Dental Centre, Huntly (12.9 miles) mentions a free consultation; The Keith Dental House (15.9 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 4 of the practices around Crossbrae list clear aligners, the nearest 12.9 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 Crossbrae are commissioned by NHS Grampian; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is TURIFF DENTAL PRACTICE in Turriff, 2.7 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Aberdeen Dental School in Aberdeen, about 32 miles away.

Orthodontic Treatment In Crossbrae

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Orthodontic care near Crossbrae

Orthodontist in Crossbrae: People weighing up braces or aligners in Crossbrae can use this page to understand the options before making contact with a practice. It is also useful for patients researching treatment across Aberdeenshire and the surrounding area.

Compare nearby areas

Nearby location pages including Dunlugas, Crofts of Brownside, Mountblairy, Carnousie, Kirktown of Alvah, and Turriff can help you keep exploring local orthodontic treatment options.

Practice signals around Crossbrae

We hold no orthodontic practice records in Crossbrae itself. The closest on record are TURIFF DENTAL PRACTICE in Turriff, about 3 miles away; BANFF DENTAL PRACTICE, about 7 miles away; and MACDUFF DENTAL SURGERY, about 8 miles away.

Area profile for Crossbrae

Classified by ONS as remote Rural, Crossbrae sits within NHS Grampian for NHS dental commissioning. Crossbrae's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of Scotland. The nearest university dental hospital to Crossbrae is Aberdeen Dental School, Aberdeen, about 32 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.

Where Crossbrae sits locally

Heading north-west for around 2 km brings you to Crofts of Brownside, the closest linked location.

All Orthodontic Options in Crossbrae Explained

From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Crossbrae has the full spectrum of options. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.

Treatment Options in Crossbrae — Local Context

How quickly you can be seen, and what's on offer, varies between the practices serving Crossbrae. Crossbrae's ONS geography type is remote Rural. For NHS dental services, Crossbrae falls under NHS Grampian. Crossbrae falls in a less deprived area than most of Scotland. The nearest university dental hospital to Crossbrae is Aberdeen Dental School, Aberdeen, about 32 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. There is no orthodontist on our records in Crossbrae itself. The nearest we do hold are TURIFF DENTAL PRACTICE in Turriff, about 3 miles away; BANFF DENTAL PRACTICE, about 7 miles away; and MACDUFF DENTAL SURGERY, about 8 miles away. Mild-to-moderate crowding or spacing is often suitable for clear aligners, while more complex cases are more commonly recommended fixed braces.

Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Crossbrae

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Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Crossbrae

How quickly you can be seen, and what's on offer, varies between the practices serving Crossbrae. Crossbrae — remote Rural by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Grampian for NHS dentistry. By national deprivation ranking, Crossbrae sits among the less deprived areas of Scotland. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Crossbrae is about 32 miles from Aberdeen Dental School in Aberdeen. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.

This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Crossbrae. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.

Frequently Asked Questions in Crossbrae

Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Crossbrae often want to know before getting started.

Where is the nearest orthodontist to Crossbrae?

On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Crossbrae is TURIFF DENTAL PRACTICE in Turriff, about 2.7 miles to the south-east. The next closest are BANFF DENTAL PRACTICE (7.3 miles) and MACDUFF DENTAL SURGERY (7.6 miles).

How many orthodontic practices are near Crossbrae?

Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of Crossbrae, 3 practices within 10 miles and 16 practices within 20 miles.

Is there an NHS orthodontist near Crossbrae?

The nearest practice to Crossbrae that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is TURIFF DENTAL PRACTICE in Turriff, about 2.7 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include BANFF DENTAL PRACTICE (7.3 miles) and MACDUFF DENTAL SURGERY (7.6 miles).

How do I start orthodontic treatment in Crossbrae, Aberdeenshire?

Most patients start by uploading photos rather than booking a first consultation blind, which helps set expectations early.

Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Crossbrae, Aberdeenshire?

Yes. A guided assessment can help turn a general comparison into advice that is more relevant to your situation.

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TitleCrossbrae, Aberdeenshire Clear Braces & Aligners
PublisherVirtual Consultant Online
Published1 June 2022
Modified10 October 2026
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