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Orthodontic practices near Danderhall

On our practice register: 95 practices within 5 miles of Danderhall, 142 practices within 10 and 225 practices within 20. The closest is BRITE DENTAL GILMERTON in Danderhall, 1.0 miles west.

PracticeDistanceNHSBracesAlignersGoogle rating
BRITE DENTAL GILMERTONDanderhall1.0 miles west✓–––
SHANKS DENTAL CARE LTDLoanhead1.8 miles west✓–––
21 HIGH STREETDalkeith1.9 miles south-east✓–––
25A SOUTH STREETDalkeith1.9 miles south-east✓–––
MIDLOTHIAN DENTAL PRACTICEDalkeith1.9 miles south-east✓–––
CRAIGMILLAR DENTAL CENTREDanderhall2.0 miles north-west✓–––
ORTHODONTIC LOUNGEDanderhall2.0 miles north✓–––
Orthodontic Lounge EdinburghDanderhall2.0 miles north–✓✓4.9 (79 reviews)

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

Nearest places to Danderhall with orthodontic practices

The closest town with orthodontic practices is Danderhall, 1.0 miles west; the next are Loanhead (1.8 miles west) and Dalkeith (1.9 miles south-east).

PlacePracticesNearest
Danderhall71.0 miles west
Loanhead21.8 miles west
Dalkeith41.9 miles south-east
Bonnyrigg32.3 miles south
Musselburgh72.4 miles north
Edinburgh62.7 miles north-west

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

Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Danderhall

Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Edinburgh Dental (4.9 from 806 reviews), 3.1 miles north-west.

PracticeGoogle ratingDistance
Edinburgh DentalEdinburgh4.9 (806 reviews)3.1 miles north-west
Orthodontic Lounge EdinburghDanderhall4.9 (79 reviews)2.0 miles north
Southside Dental CareEdinburgh4.8 (437 reviews)2.7 miles north-west

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

Danderhall at a Glance

NationScotland
Council areaMidlothian
NHS dental servicesNHS Lothian
NHS orthodontic chargesFree under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384
Area type (ONS)Accessible Small Towns
DeprivationAround the Scotland average
Population2,770
Practices within 5 miles93 practices, more than 95% of towns in Scotland
Access within Midlothian36th closest to an orthodontic practice of 67 places in the county (the county median is 0.8 miles)
Nearest practice compared1.0 miles away, closer than 76% of towns in Scotland
Nearest university dental hospitalDundee Dental Hospital, Dundee — 38 miles
Orthodontic practices on record7
Practices within 10 and 20 miles142 within 10 miles, 225 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 Danderhall

The nearest practice to Danderhall is BRITE DENTAL GILMERTON in Danderhall, 1 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 142 practices, and within 20 there are 225.

Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: 1 of the practices around Danderhall list clear aligners, the nearest 2 miles away.

If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Danderhall are commissioned by NHS Lothian; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is BRITE DENTAL GILMERTON in Danderhall, 1 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee, about 38 miles away.

Orthodontic Treatment In Danderhall

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Teeth straightening options in Danderhall

Orthodontist in Danderhall: People weighing up braces or aligners in Danderhall can use this page to understand the options before making contact with a practice. The information here applies just as well to nearby parts of Midlothian. Danderhall — a small village with a population of around 2,770 — is covered on this page specifically.

Danderhall in context

Classified by ONS as accessible Small Towns, Danderhall sits within NHS Lothian for NHS dental commissioning. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (93), Danderhall has more choice than 95% of towns in Scotland. Danderhall's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with Scotland as a whole. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Danderhall is about 38 miles from Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee.

Compare nearby areas

If you want to compare surrounding areas as well as this one, pages such as Cleikimin, Newton Village, Niddrie, Broomieknowe, Lasswade, and Millerhill may also help.

Local snapshot of Danderhall

Danderhall has a population of around 2,770, making it a small village within Midlothian. The nearest other location we cover is Newton Village, around 1 km to the east.

Local orthodontic signals in Danderhall

Source-linked practice data helps make this page more specific: 7 published orthodontic practices in the database currently link to Danderhall or nearby searches; 1 mention clear aligners or Invisalign; 1 mention fixed braces; 6 include NHS signals and 1 include private treatment signals. Nearby practice records include Orthodontic Lounge Edinburgh, 1 LIBERTON BRAE, 2 SOUTHFIELD LOAN, BRITE DENTAL GILMERTON, and CRAIGMILLAR DENTAL CENTRE.

All Orthodontic Options in Danderhall Explained

Patients in Danderhall have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. The best treatment isn't the most expensive or the most discreet — it's the one that matches your case, lifestyle and budget. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything. People from Newton Village, Millerhill and Moredun regularly visit orthodontists in Danderhall.

Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Danderhall

Every mainstream option is available to patients in Danderhall — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.

The Orthodontic Journey in Danderhall

Starting orthodontic treatment in Danderhall can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention. People from Newton Village, Millerhill and Moredun regularly visit orthodontists in Danderhall.

From First Photo to Finished Smile in Danderhall

The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Danderhall — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.

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

Frequently Asked Questions in Danderhall

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

Where is the nearest orthodontist to Danderhall?

On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Danderhall is BRITE DENTAL GILMERTON in Danderhall, about 1.0 miles to the west. The next closest are SHANKS DENTAL CARE LTD (1.8 miles) and 21 HIGH STREET (1.9 miles).

How many orthodontic practices are near Danderhall?

Our register has 95 practices within 5 miles of Danderhall, 142 practices within 10 miles and 225 practices within 20 miles.

Is there an NHS orthodontist near Danderhall?

The nearest practice to Danderhall that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is BRITE DENTAL GILMERTON in Danderhall, about 1.0 miles to the west. Others nearby include SHANKS DENTAL CARE LTD (1.8 miles) and 21 HIGH STREET (1.9 miles).

How do I start orthodontic treatment in Danderhall, Midlothian?

Many patients begin with an online orthodontic assessment so they can understand possible treatment routes before booking an appointment.

Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Danderhall, Midlothian?

Yes. A review of your photos and concerns can help show whether braces or clear aligners may be the better route.

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TitleDanderhall, Midlothian Braces & Aligners
PublisherVirtual Consultant Online
Published1 June 2022
Modified10 October 2026
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