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Orthodontic practices near Dirleton

On our practice register: 3 practices within 5 miles of Dirleton, 13 practices within 10 and 156 practices within 20. The closest is 1 DIRLETON AVENUE in North Berwick, 2.0 miles east.

PracticeDistanceNHSBracesAlignersGoogle rating
1 DIRLETON AVENUENorth Berwick2.0 miles east✓–––
11 ROSEBERRY PLACEGullane2.4 miles south-west✓–––
CAMPBELL & GIBSON DENTAL AND IMPLANT CENNorth Berwick2.4 miles east✓–––
78 MARKET STREETHaddington6.5 miles south✓–––
40 COURT STREETHaddington6.5 miles south✓–––
43/6 MARKET STREETHaddington6.5 miles south✓–––
7 SIDEGATEHaddington6.6 miles south✓–––
Gavin Caves OrthodonticsHaddington6.6 miles south–––5.0 (480 reviews)

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

Nearest places to Dirleton with orthodontic practices

The closest town with orthodontic practices is North Berwick, 2.0 miles east; the next are Gullane (2.4 miles south-west) and Haddington (6.5 miles south).

PlacePracticesNearest
North Berwick22.0 miles east
Gullane12.4 miles south-west
Haddington56.5 miles south
Longniddry16.8 miles south-west
Cockenzie18.5 miles south-west
Prestonpans19.7 miles south-west

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

Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Dirleton

Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Gavin Caves Orthodontics in Haddington (5.0 from 480 reviews), 6.6 miles south.

PracticeGoogle ratingDistance
Gavin Caves OrthodonticsHaddington5.0 (480 reviews)6.6 miles south
Orthodontic Lounge EdinburghDanderhall4.9 (79 reviews)14.7 miles south-west

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

Dirleton at a Glance

NationScotland
Council areaEast Lothian
NHS dental servicesNHS Lothian
NHS orthodontic chargesFree under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384
Area type (ONS)Accessible Rural
DeprivationLess deprived than most of Scotland
Population496
Practices within 5 miles3 practices, more than 63% of towns in Scotland
Access within East Lothian58th closest to an orthodontic practice of 92 places in the county (the county median is 1.7 miles)
Nearest practice compared2.0 miles away, closer than 66% of towns in Scotland
Nearest university dental hospitalDundee Dental Hospital, Dundee — 29 miles
Nearest orthodontic practices1 DIRLETON AVENUE, North Berwick — 2 miles
11 ROSEBERRY PLACE, Gullane — 2 miles
78 MARKET STREET, Haddington — 6 miles
Practices within 10 and 20 miles13 within 10 miles, 156 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 Dirleton

The nearest practice to Dirleton is 1 DIRLETON AVENUE in North Berwick, 2 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 13 practices, and within 20 there are 156.

To make the first step cheaper or shorter: 1 of the practices around Dirleton list clear aligners, the nearest 14.7 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 Dirleton are commissioned by NHS Lothian; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is 1 DIRLETON AVENUE in North Berwick, 2 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee, about 29 miles away.

Orthodontic Treatment In Dirleton

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Compare orthodontic care in Dirleton

Orthodontist in Dirleton: People exploring braces and clear aligners in Dirleton often want a better starting point than a generic directory result. It is also useful for patients researching treatment across East Lothian and the surrounding area. Dirleton — a small village with a population of around 496 — is covered on this page specifically.

Practice data for Dirleton

We hold no orthodontic practice records in Dirleton itself. The nearest we do hold are 1 DIRLETON AVENUE in North Berwick, about 2 miles away; 11 ROSEBERRY PLACE in Gullane, about 2 miles away; and 78 MARKET STREET in Haddington, about 6 miles away.

Dirleton in context

Dirleton's ONS geography type is accessible Rural. NHS Lothian is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Dirleton. With 3 orthodontic practices within five miles, Dirleton is better served than 63% of towns in Scotland. By national deprivation ranking, Dirleton sits among the less deprived areas of Scotland. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Dirleton is about 29 miles from Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee.

Nearby location pages

You can continue browsing related location pages including Archerfield the Village, Ferrygate, New Mains, Williamstone Farm Steadings, Drem, and Gullane if you want to compare orthodontic options across a wider local area.

Dirleton at a glance

With a population of roughly 496, Dirleton is a small village within East Lothian. The nearest other location we cover is Archerfield the Village, around 1 km to the north-west.

Orthodontic Treatments in Dirleton

Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Dirleton can feel overwhelming at first. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.

Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Dirleton

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

How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Dirleton

Starting orthodontic treatment in Dirleton 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.

Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions in Dirleton

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

Where is the nearest orthodontist to Dirleton?

On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Dirleton is 1 DIRLETON AVENUE in North Berwick, about 2.0 miles to the east. The next closest are 11 ROSEBERRY PLACE (2.4 miles) and CAMPBELL & GIBSON DENTAL AND IMPLANT CEN (2.4 miles).

How many orthodontic practices are near Dirleton?

Our register has 3 practices within 5 miles of Dirleton, 13 practices within 10 miles and 156 practices within 20 miles.

Is there an NHS orthodontist near Dirleton?

The nearest practice to Dirleton that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is 1 DIRLETON AVENUE in North Berwick, about 2.0 miles to the east. Others nearby include 11 ROSEBERRY PLACE (2.4 miles) and CAMPBELL & GIBSON DENTAL AND IMPLANT CEN (2.4 miles).

How do I start orthodontic treatment in Dirleton, East Lothian?

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 Dirleton, East Lothian?

Yes. Once a clinician has reviewed your photos, they can advise which treatment type is more likely to suit your case.

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TitleDirleton, East Lothian Clear Aligners
PublisherVirtual Consultant Online
Published1 June 2022
Modified10 October 2026
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