Orthodontic practices near Drumbrae
On our practice register: 102 practices within 5 miles of Drumbrae, 160 practices within 10 and 248 practices within 20. The closest is 9 BUGHTLIN MARKET in Cramond Bridge, 0.2 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 BUGHTLIN MARKETCramond Bridge | 0.2 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| 176-178 ST JOHN'S ROADColinton | 0.6 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| BARNTON DENTALClermiston | 0.8 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| BARNTON DENTAL SPAClermiston | 0.8 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| CORNERSTONE SMILEColinton | 0.9 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| MY DENTISTColinton | 0.9 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Sunrise Dental Clinic I Award Winning Paediatric I Orthodontic I Implant & Smile Design ClinicColinton | 0.9 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (219 reviews) |
| Vermilion OrthodonticsColinton | 1.0 miles south-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (2 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Drumbrae with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Cramond Bridge, 0.2 miles north-west; the next are Colinton (0.6 miles south-east) and Clermiston (0.8 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Cramond Bridge | 1 | 0.2 miles north-west |
| Colinton | 12 | 0.6 miles south-east |
| Clermiston | 2 | 0.8 miles north-east |
| Edinburgh | 12 | 1.4 miles north-east |
| Davidsons Mains | 1 | 1.5 miles north-east |
| Currie | 2 | 2.9 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Drumbrae
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Sunrise Dental Clinic I Award Winning Paediatric I Orthodontic I Implant & Smile Design Clinic in Colinton (4.9 from 219 reviews), 0.9 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sunrise Dental Clinic I Award Winning Paediatric I Orthodontic I Implant & Smile Design ClinicColinton | 4.9 (219 reviews) | 0.9 miles south-east |
| Ardmillan Orthodontics LtdEdinburgh | 4.5 (68 reviews) | 3.0 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Drumbrae at a Glance
| Nation | Scotland |
|---|---|
| Council area | City of Edinburgh |
| NHS dental services | NHS Lothian |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384 |
| Area type (ONS) | Large Urban Areas |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of Scotland |
| Practices within 5 miles | 97 practices, more than 95% of towns in Scotland |
| Access within City of Edinburgh | 15th closest to an orthodontic practice of 118 places in the county (the county median is 0.4 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.2 miles away, closer than 93% of towns in Scotland |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Dundee Dental Hospital, Dundee — 37 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | 9 BUGHTLIN MARKET, Cramond Bridge — under a mile 176-178 ST JOHN'S ROAD, Colinton — under a mile BARNTON DENTAL, Clermiston — under a mile |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 160 within 10 miles, 248 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 Drumbrae
The nearest practice to Drumbrae is 9 BUGHTLIN MARKET in Cramond Bridge, under a mile away, close enough that the many short appointments in a course of treatment are rarely a burden. Within 10 miles there are 160 practices, and within 20 there are 248.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Ardmillan Orthodontics Ltd (3 miles) mentions remote consultations, and 2 of the practices around Drumbrae list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile 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 Drumbrae are commissioned by NHS Lothian; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is 9 BUGHTLIN MARKET in Cramond Bridge, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee, about 37 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Drumbrae
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Orthodontist in Drumbrae: This page helps people researching orthodontic treatment in Drumbrae understand their options before committing to an appointment. It is written to be useful for anyone researching treatment across City of Edinburgh, not just Drumbrae.
Local snapshot of Drumbrae
Cramond Bridge is the closest neighbouring location page, under 1 km north of Drumbrae.
Local provider signals in Drumbrae
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Drumbrae. The closest on record are 9 BUGHTLIN MARKET in Cramond Bridge, under a mile away; 176-178 ST JOHN'S ROAD in Colinton, under a mile away; and BARNTON DENTAL in Clermiston, under a mile away.
The local picture in Drumbrae
Drumbrae's ONS geography type is large Urban Areas. For NHS dental services, Drumbrae falls under NHS Lothian. Drumbrae has 97 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 95% of towns in Scotland. Drumbrae's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of Scotland. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Drumbrae is about 37 miles from Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee.
Keep exploring nearby
You can continue browsing related location pages including Cramond Bridge, The Gyle, Bughtlin, East Craigs, Clermiston, and Corstorphine if you want to compare orthodontic options across a wider local area.
All Orthodontic Options in Drumbrae Explained
The orthodontic landscape in Drumbrae offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs.
Treatment Options in Drumbrae — Local Context
Appointment availability and the range of treatments on offer both vary practice to practice around Drumbrae. ONS classifies Drumbrae as large Urban Areas. NHS Lothian is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Drumbrae. With 97 orthodontic practices within five miles, Drumbrae is better served than 95% of towns in Scotland. National deprivation data ranks Drumbrae among Scotland's less deprived areas. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Drumbrae is about 37 miles from Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee. There is no orthodontist on our records in Drumbrae itself. The nearest we do hold are 9 BUGHTLIN MARKET in Cramond Bridge, under a mile away; 176-178 ST JOHN'S ROAD in Colinton, under a mile away; and BARNTON DENTAL in Clermiston, under a mile away. Straightforward crowding or spacing cases often suit aligners; more involved bite corrections are more often treated with fixed braces.
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Drumbrae
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Drumbrae helps you ask the right questions. Knowing what happens at each step — and roughly how long it takes — removes most of the uncertainty. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
Questions to Ask at Your Consultation in Drumbrae
- What treatment do you recommend and why?
- How long will treatment take for my specific case?
- What is included in the fee — retainers? Refinements? Emergency appointments?
- What happens if treatment takes longer than planned?
- What type of retainer will I receive and for how long should I wear it?
- Is there a payment plan available, and what are the terms?
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
Every case in Drumbrae follows broadly the same arc; knowing the stages in advance makes the whole thing feel far more manageable.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Drumbrae. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Drumbrae
This section is aimed at people whose search for treatment isn't limited to Drumbrae, City of Edinburgh alone. You can keep exploring with related pages for Cramond Bridge, The Gyle, Bughtlin, East Craigs, Clermiston, and Corstorphine.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Drumbrae
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Drumbrae often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Drumbrae?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Drumbrae is 9 BUGHTLIN MARKET in Cramond Bridge, about 0.2 miles to the north-west. The next closest are 176-178 ST JOHN'S ROAD (0.6 miles) and BARNTON DENTAL (0.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Drumbrae?
Our register has 102 practices within 5 miles of Drumbrae, 160 practices within 10 miles and 248 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Drumbrae?
The nearest practice to Drumbrae that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is 9 BUGHTLIN MARKET in Cramond Bridge, about 0.2 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include 176-178 ST JOHN'S ROAD (0.6 miles) and BARNTON DENTAL (0.8 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Drumbrae, City of Edinburgh?
A guided photo assessment is often the easiest starting point because it helps move broad research into something more specific.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Drumbrae, City of Edinburgh?
Yes. A guided assessment can help turn a general comparison into advice that is more relevant to your situation.