Orthodontic practices near Dava
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Dava; 1 practice within 10 and 23 practices within 20. The closest is YOUR PERFECT SMILE DENTAL CLINIC in Grantown on Spey, 7.1 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| YOUR PERFECT SMILE DENTAL CLINICGrantown on Spey | 7.1 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| 8TO8 DENTAL (FORRES)Forres | 11.5 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| ORCHARD ROAD DENTAL PRACTICEForres | 12.4 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| WINDSOR HOUSE DENTAL PRACTICE LTDNairn | 13.2 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| GLENRIDDING DENTAL PRACTICENairn | 13.4 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| CROY DENTALCantray | 14.6 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| SPEYSIDE DENTAL CLINICCharlestown of Aberlour | 16.3 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Your Perfect Smile Dental & Implant ClinicAviemore | 16.9 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (19 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Dava with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Grantown on Spey, 7.1 miles south; the next are Forres (11.5 miles north) and Nairn (13.2 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Grantown on Spey | 1 | 7.1 miles south |
| Forres | 2 | 11.5 miles north |
| Nairn | 2 | 13.2 miles north-west |
| Cantray | 1 | 14.6 miles north-west |
| Charlestown of Aberlour | 1 | 16.3 miles east |
| Aviemore | 3 | 16.9 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Dava
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Eilertsen Dental Care in Inverness (5.0 from 87 reviews), 19.2 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Eilertsen Dental CareInverness | 5.0 (87 reviews) | 19.2 miles west |
| Your Perfect Smile Dental & Implant ClinicAviemore | 5.0 (19 reviews) | 16.9 miles south |
| Trinity Dental PracticeElgin | 4.9 (142 reviews) | 19.8 miles north-east |
| Aviemore Dental & Implant ClinicAviemore | 4.9 (140 reviews) | 17.4 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Dava at a Glance
| Nation | Scotland |
|---|---|
| Council area | Highland |
| NHS dental services | NHS Highland |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384 |
| Area type (ONS) | Remote Rural |
| Deprivation | Around the Scotland average |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Highland | 495th closest to an orthodontic practice of 1,220 places in the county (the county median is 9.2 miles) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | YOUR PERFECT SMILE DENTAL CLINIC, Grantown on Spey — 7 miles 8TO8 DENTAL (FORRES), Forres — 12 miles WINDSOR HOUSE DENTAL PRACTICE LTD, Nairn — 13 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 | 1 within 10 miles, 23 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 Dava
The nearest practice to Dava is YOUR PERFECT SMILE DENTAL CLINIC in Grantown on Spey, 7.1 miles away. Treatment usually needs a visit every six to ten weeks, so it is worth choosing a practice whose journey you can sustain and asking how many appointments can be combined. Within 10 miles there is 1 practice, and within 20 there are 23.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: 4 of the practices around Dava list clear aligners, the nearest 16.9 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 Dava are commissioned by NHS Highland, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is YOUR PERFECT SMILE DENTAL CLINIC in Grantown on Spey, 7.1 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Dava to YOUR PERFECT SMILE DENTAL CLINIC 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 180 to 370 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £80 to £165 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 110 to 180 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey.
Orthodontic Treatment In Dava
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Orthodontist in Dava: This page is built to support early-stage orthodontic research for people looking at treatment options in Dava. It also gives context for people comparing options from other towns in Highland.
Dava in context
Dava is classified as remote Rural, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Highland. People in Dava usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 7 miles away. National deprivation data puts Dava close to the Scotland median.
Widen your local search
You can also compare treatment pages for Aitnoch, Upper Derraid, Lochindorb, Glaschoil, Camerory, and Derraid if you are weighing up more than one location.
Local snapshot of Dava
Just around 4 km north-west, Aitnoch is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
What local practice data suggests in Dava
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Dava itself. The closest on record are YOUR PERFECT SMILE DENTAL CLINIC in Grantown on Spey, about 7 miles away; 8TO8 DENTAL (FORRES), about 12 miles away; and WINDSOR HOUSE DENTAL PRACTICE LTD in Nairn, about 13 miles away.
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Dava
Starting orthodontic treatment in Dava 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. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.
Tips for Getting the Most From Treatment in Dava
- Attend all appointments — missing adjustment appointments extends treatment and can affect the outcome.
- Keep teeth clean — orthodontic treatment makes cleaning harder. Use interdental brushes and fluoride mouthwash daily.
- For aligner patients: wear your trays — 20–22 hours per day is non-negotiable for achieving the planned result.
- Contact your practice promptly if something breaks — a detached bracket or broken wire delays treatment. Call the same day.
- Start wearing retainers immediately — the most important single factor in protecting your result long-term.
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
Every case in Dava follows broadly the same arc; knowing the stages in advance makes the whole thing feel far more manageable.
Orthodontic Treatments in Dava
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Dava 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.
Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Dava
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Dava — 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 Dava. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Dava
This section is aimed at people whose search for treatment isn't limited to Dava, Highland alone. If you're still deciding, related pages for Aitnoch, Upper Derraid, Lochindorb, Glaschoil, Camerory, and Derraid may help.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Dava
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Dava often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Dava?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Dava is YOUR PERFECT SMILE DENTAL CLINIC in Grantown on Spey, about 7.1 miles to the south. The next closest are 8TO8 DENTAL (FORRES) (11.5 miles) and ORCHARD ROAD DENTAL PRACTICE (12.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Dava?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Dava, 1 practice within 10 miles and 23 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Grantown on Spey, 7.1 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Dava?
The nearest practice to Dava that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is YOUR PERFECT SMILE DENTAL CLINIC in Grantown on Spey, about 7.1 miles to the south. Others nearby include 8TO8 DENTAL (FORRES) (11.5 miles) and ORCHARD ROAD DENTAL PRACTICE (12.4 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Dava, Highland?
For many patients, the simplest way to begin is with a remote assessment that helps clarify likely next steps.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Dava, Highland?
Yes. Once a clinician has reviewed your photos, they can advise which treatment type is more likely to suit your case.