Retainers in Crossgates at a Glance
| Nearest practice listing retainers | Dentistry @ No 3, Dunfermline — 3 miles; 2 within 10 miles |
|---|---|
| Nearest practice with emergency care | None within 30 miles on our register |
| Nearest practice open evenings or weekends | Comely Park Dental Practice Dentist Dunfermline, Dunfermline — 3 miles; 2 within 10 miles |
| Practices on our register | 28 within 5 miles, 57 within 10, 265 within 20 |
| Area type (ONS) | Other Urban Areas |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of Scotland |
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 Crossgates listing retainers
On our practice register: 28 practices within 5 miles of Crossgates, 57 practices within 10 and 265 practices within 20. The closest is BLACK AND BROWN DENTAL in Crossgates, 1.0 miles west. The nearest listing retainers is Dentistry @ No 3, 3.0 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | Retainers | Emergency care | Evenings or weekends | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dentistry @ No 3Dunfermline | 3.0 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (579 reviews) |
| M-Brace OrthodonticsDunfermline | 3.2 miles west | ✓ | – | – | 4.6 (19 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Crossgates
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Dentistry @ No 3 in Dunfermline (4.9 from 579 reviews), 3.0 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dentistry @ No 3Dunfermline | 4.9 (579 reviews) | 3.0 miles west |
| M-Brace OrthodonticsDunfermline | 4.6 (19 reviews) | 3.2 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Retainers near Crossgates
| What you may need | Look for | Nearest listing it | Next nearest | Within 20 miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Retainers | retainers | Dentistry @ No 3, Dunfermline (3 miles) | M-Brace Orthodontics (3.2 miles) | 2 |
| Urgent repairs | emergency care | not mentioned nearby | none other | 0 |
| Visits outside working hours | evening or weekend opening | Comely Park Dental Practice Dentist Dunfermline (3 miles) | Dentistry @ No 3 (3 miles) | 2 |
| A fresh scan for a new retainer | digital scanning | M-Brace Orthodontics, Dunfermline (3.2 miles) | Rosyth Dental Care (3.2 miles) | 2 |
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.
Retainers are the final — and permanent — phase of any orthodontic treatment. Relapse begins quickly once active treatment stops, which is why retention never truly ends. How diligently they're worn is what determines how long your Crossgates treatment result lasts. People from Fordell, Mossgreen and Hill of Beath regularly visit orthodontists in Crossgates.
How Long Is Retention?
Guidance has shifted in recent years: removable retainers are now recommended indefinitely — full-time for the first 3–6 months, then nights only, then several nights a week for life. The old 'stop after two years' advice caused many relapses.
Because a fixed retainer removes the compliance question entirely, it's the surest safeguard against long-term drift.
A retainer that no longer seats is a warning sign — get it checked promptly. Catching movement early usually means a fresh retainer, not a full course of retreatment.
Retainer Services in Crossgates
1 local orthodontic practice is listed in our database for Crossgates. Officially, Crossgates is categorised as other Urban Areas. NHS dental commissioning in Crossgates falls under NHS Fife. With 28 orthodontic practices within five miles, Crossgates is better served than 88% of towns in Scotland. Crossgates falls in a less deprived area than most of Scotland. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Crossgates is about 30 miles from Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee. See local practice availability in Crossgates → They typically offer retainer fitting, replacement, and emergency repair appointments. People from Fordell, Mossgreen, and Hill of Beath regularly make use of Crossgates's orthodontic practices for retainer fitting and replacement.
As a guide, private replacement Essix retainers (per arch) in Crossgates usually ranges from £80 to £150. Most practices can fabricate a replacement from a new scan or impression within a few working days. If you have moved away from your original treating practice, any orthodontic or dental practice in Crossgates can usually provide replacement retainers.
Looking After Retainers in Crossgates
Essix retainers need replacing every one to three years on average — heat from dishwashers, hot drinks or a hot car warps the plastic. Clean them with a soft brush and cold water, never abrasive toothpaste, and use cleaning tablets occasionally.
A fixed wire can debond without you noticing, so regular check-ups in Crossgates matter — an unrepaired wire lets a tooth move independently and misalignment can appear within weeks.
Life After Braces in Crossgates
When braces come off or aligner treatment completes in Crossgates, protecting the result begins. How diligently you wear retainers is what separates a lasting result from gradual relapse. Getting aftercare right is what protects everything you've paid for. People from Fordell, Mossgreen and Hill of Beath regularly visit orthodontists in Crossgates.
Aftercare Services in Crossgates
There is 1 orthodontic practice in our database covering Crossgates. Crossgates's ONS geography type is other Urban Areas. NHS Fife is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Crossgates. With 28 orthodontic practices within five miles, Crossgates is better served than 88% of towns in Scotland. Crossgates falls in a less deprived area than most of Scotland. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Crossgates is about 30 miles from Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee. They typically offer post-treatment services including retainer fitting, replacement, and professional whitening. People from Fordell, Mossgreen, and Hill of Beath regularly make use of Crossgates's orthodontic practices for post-treatment retainer and whitening services.
Frequently Asked Questions — Retainers in Crossgates
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Crossgates?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Crossgates is BLACK AND BROWN DENTAL in Crossgates, about 1.0 miles to the west. The next closest are LINBURN DENTAL PRACTICE (1.7 miles) and BREEZE FAMILY DENTAL COWDENBEATH (2.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Crossgates?
Our register has 28 practices within 5 miles of Crossgates, 57 practices within 10 miles and 265 practices within 20 miles.
Where can I get a retainer near Crossgates?
The nearest practice to Crossgates that lists retainers is Dentistry @ No 3 in Dunfermline, about 3.0 miles to the west. Others nearby include M-Brace Orthodontics (3.2 miles).
Which NHS body covers Crossgates for dental care?
Crossgates sits within NHS Fife for NHS dental commissioning.
Is Crossgates rural or urban?
ONS classifies Crossgates as other Urban Areas.
How deprived is Crossgates compared with the rest of Scotland?
By the national deprivation index, Crossgates is less deprived than most of Scotland. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
Which towns are close to Crossgates?
Fordell, Hill of Beath, Donibristle are within easy reach of Crossgates.
Are retainers uncomfortable to wear?
Most people adjust within a few days. Removable retainers may feel tight when first worn or after a gap in wear — a sign they're doing their job. A fixed wire is quickly forgotten once the tongue gets used to it. Any persistent rubbing or sore spot should be checked by your orthodontist.
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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