Orthodontic practices near Crudie
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Crudie; 3 practices within 10 and 12 practices within 20. The closest is TURIFF DENTAL PRACTICE in Turriff, 6.7 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TURIFF DENTAL PRACTICETurriff | 6.7 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| MACDUFF DENTAL SURGERYMacduff | 7.0 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| BANFF DENTAL PRACTICEBanff | 7.8 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| FAITHLIE DENTAL PRACTICEFraserburgh | 13.0 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| T/A FRASERBURGH DENTAL CAREFraserburgh | 13.4 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| CLARK DENTAL CLINIC LTDFraserburgh | 13.5 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| T/A FRITHSIDE DENTAL CAREFraserburgh | 13.6 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| GC DENTAL MINTLAWMintlaw | 13.7 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Crudie with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Turriff, 6.7 miles south-west; the next are Macduff (7.0 miles north-west) and Banff (7.8 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Turriff | 1 | 6.7 miles south-west |
| Macduff | 1 | 7.0 miles north-west |
| Banff | 1 | 7.8 miles north-west |
| Fraserburgh | 4 | 13.0 miles north-east |
| Mintlaw | 1 | 13.7 miles south-east |
| Oldmeldrum | 1 | 19.0 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Crudie at a Glance
| Nation | Scotland |
|---|---|
| Council area | Aberdeenshire |
| NHS dental services | NHS Grampian |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384 |
| Area type (ONS) | Accessible Rural |
| Deprivation | Around the Scotland average |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Aberdeenshire | 371st closest to an orthodontic practice of 487 places in the county (the county median is 4.3 miles) |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Aberdeen Dental School, Aberdeen — 32 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | TURIFF DENTAL PRACTICE, Turriff — 7 miles MACDUFF DENTAL SURGERY, Macduff — 7 miles BANFF DENTAL PRACTICE, Banff — 8 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 15 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 3 within 10 miles, 12 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 Crudie
From Crudie the nearest practice is TURIFF DENTAL PRACTICE in Turriff, 6.7 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. Within 10 miles there are 3 practices, and within 20 there are 12.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Deveron Dental Centre, Huntly (20.4 miles) mentions a free consultation; The Keith Dental House (23.1 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 4 of the practices around Crudie list clear aligners, the nearest 20.4 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 Crudie are commissioned by NHS Grampian; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is TURIFF DENTAL PRACTICE in Turriff, 6.7 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Aberdeen Dental School in Aberdeen, about 32 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Crudie to TURIFF DENTAL PRACTICE is roughly 15 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 170 to 350 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £75 to £160 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 100 to 170 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey.
Orthodontic Treatment In Crudie
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Orthodontist in Crudie: This page was put together for people in Crudie who want more than a generic search result before choosing a treatment route. It connects local orthodontic research in Crudie with the wider Aberdeenshire area.
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Useful local orthodontic context for Crudie
There is no orthodontist on our records in Crudie itself. The nearest recorded are TURIFF DENTAL PRACTICE in Turriff, about 7 miles away; MACDUFF DENTAL SURGERY, about 7 miles away; and BANFF DENTAL PRACTICE, about 8 miles away.
Crudie in context
Crudie is classified as accessible Rural, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Grampian. People in Crudie usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 7 miles away. Crudie sits close to the Scotland average for deprivation. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Crudie is Aberdeen Dental School in Aberdeen, about 32 miles away.
About Crudie
Netherbrae is the closest neighbouring location page, around 1 km north of Crudie.
The Orthodontic Journey in Crudie
Orthodontic treatment in Crudie is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Crudie
Treatment range and appointment slots differ between the practices covering Crudie — comparing a couple is worthwhile. Crudie's ONS geography type is accessible Rural. For NHS dental services, Crudie falls under NHS Grampian. Crudie has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 7 miles away. National deprivation data puts Crudie close to the Scotland median. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Crudie is Aberdeen Dental School in Aberdeen, about 32 miles away. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
All Orthodontic Options in Crudie Explained
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Crudie can feel overwhelming at first. The best treatment isn't the most expensive or the most discreet — it's the one that matches your case, lifestyle and budget. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Crudie
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Crudie — 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 Crudie. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Crudie
This part of the page places Crudie, Aberdeenshire in context alongside the towns and areas around it. Related nearby location pages such as Netherbrae, Cauldwells, Overbrae, Broadmuir, Gamrie, and Tillymauld can help you compare a wider local area.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Crudie
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Crudie often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Crudie?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Crudie is TURIFF DENTAL PRACTICE in Turriff, about 6.7 miles to the south-west. The next closest are MACDUFF DENTAL SURGERY (7.0 miles) and BANFF DENTAL PRACTICE (7.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Crudie?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Crudie, 3 practices within 10 miles and 12 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Turriff, 6.7 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Crudie?
The nearest practice to Crudie that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is TURIFF DENTAL PRACTICE in Turriff, about 6.7 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include MACDUFF DENTAL SURGERY (7.0 miles) and BANFF DENTAL PRACTICE (7.8 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Crudie, 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 Crudie, Aberdeenshire?
Yes. A case-specific comparison is more useful than a general one, and an online assessment can provide that.