Orthodontic practices near Dubford
On our practice register: 44 practices within 5 miles of Dubford, 61 practices within 10 and 77 practices within 20. The closest is Old Machar Dental and Implant Centre | Invisalign and Emergency Dentist Aberdeen in Dyce, 1.5 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Old Machar Dental and Implant Centre | Invisalign and Emergency Dentist AberdeenDyce | 1.5 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (191 reviews) |
| OLDMACHAR DENTAL CAREDyce | 1.5 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| RANKIN DENTALAberdeen | 2.2 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| BRIDGE OF DON DENTAL AND AESTHETIC CLINIAberdeen | 2.3 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Bridge of Don Dental & Aesthetic ClinicBridge of Don | 2.3 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (176 reviews) |
| GRANDHOLM DENTAL CLINICAberdeen | 2.5 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| DYCE DENTAL PRACTICEDyce | 2.9 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| WOODSIDE DENTAL PRACTICEAberdeen | 2.9 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Dubford with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Dyce, 1.5 miles south-west; the next are Aberdeen (2.2 miles south) and Bridge of Don (2.3 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Dyce | 3 | 1.5 miles south-west |
| Aberdeen | 22 | 2.2 miles south |
| Bridge of Don | 1 | 2.3 miles south |
| Kingswells | 3 | 3.8 miles south-west |
| Newmacher | 1 | 4.1 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 Dubford
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Mastrick Smile Care in Aberdeen (4.9 from 213 reviews), 4.4 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Mastrick Smile CareAberdeen | 4.9 (213 reviews) | 4.4 miles south-west |
| Gray & Ireland Dental PracticeAberdeen | 4.9 (183 reviews) | 4.3 miles south |
| Fergus & GloverAberdeen | 4.9 (129 reviews) | 4.5 miles south |
| Old Machar Dental and Implant Centre | Invisalign and Emergency Dentist AberdeenDyce | 4.8 (191 reviews) | 1.5 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Dubford at a Glance
| Nation | Scotland |
|---|---|
| Council area | Aberdeen City |
| 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 | Less deprived than most of Scotland |
| Practices within 5 miles | 44 practices, more than 91% of towns in Scotland |
| Access within Aberdeen City | 47th closest to an orthodontic practice of 60 places in the county (the county median is 0.8 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 1.5 miles away, closer than 71% of towns in Scotland |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Aberdeen Dental School, Aberdeen — 4 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Old Machar Dental and Implant Centre | Invisalign and Emergency Dentist Aberdeen, Dyce — 2 miles RANKIN DENTAL, Aberdeen — 2 miles Bridge of Don Dental & Aesthetic Clinic, Bridge of Don — 2 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 61 within 10 miles, 77 within 20 miles |
| Postcode districts | AB23 |
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 Dubford
Dubford is 1.5 miles from Old Machar Dental and Implant Centre | Invisalign and Emergency Dentist Aberdeen in Dyce, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 61 practices, and within 20 there are 77.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Bridge of Don Dental & Aesthetic Clinic (2.3 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 6 of the practices around Dubford list clear aligners, the nearest 1.5 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Dubford are commissioned by NHS Grampian; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Old Machar Dental and Implant Centre | Invisalign and Emergency Dentist Aberdeen in Dyce, 1.5 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Aberdeen Dental School in Aberdeen, about 4 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Dubford
Aberdeen City12 nearby locationsBraces and aligner options in Dubford
Orthodontist in Dubford: People weighing up braces or aligners in Dubford can use this page to understand the options before making contact with a practice. It is written to be useful for anyone researching treatment across Aberdeen City, not just Dubford.
What we know about practices near Dubford
There is no orthodontist on our records in Dubford itself. The nearest we do hold are Old Machar Dental and Implant Centre | Invisalign and Emergency Dentist Aberdeen in Dyce, about 2 miles away; RANKIN DENTAL in Aberdeen, about 2 miles away; and Bridge of Don Dental & Aesthetic Clinic, about 2 miles away.
Local snapshot of Dubford
The nearest other location we cover is Mundurno, under 1 km to the north.
Widen your local search
Pages for Mundurno, Shielhill, Cloverhill, Bridge of Don Industrial Estate, Berryhill, and Bridge of Don follow the same format and can help with wider comparisons.
What official data says about Dubford
Dubford — accessible Rural by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Grampian for NHS dentistry. Dubford has 44 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 91% of towns in Scotland. Dubford falls in a less deprived area than most of Scotland. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Dubford is about 4 miles from Aberdeen Dental School in Aberdeen.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Dubford
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Dubford helps you ask the right questions. 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.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Dubford
Provision in Dubford varies by practice — it's worth comparing more than one before committing. Dubford's ONS geography type is accessible Rural. NHS dental commissioning in Dubford falls under NHS Grampian. Dubford has 44 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 91% of towns in Scotland. Dubford falls in a less deprived area than most of Scotland. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Dubford is Aberdeen Dental School in Aberdeen, about 4 miles away. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
Orthodontic Treatments in Dubford
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Dubford can feel overwhelming at first. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs.
Treatment Options in Dubford — Local Context
Treatment range and appointment slots differ between the practices covering Dubford — comparing a couple is worthwhile. ONS classifies Dubford as accessible Rural. NHS Grampian is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Dubford. Dubford has 44 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 91% of towns in Scotland. By national deprivation ranking, Dubford sits among the less deprived areas of Scotland. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Dubford is about 4 miles from Aberdeen Dental School in Aberdeen. There is no orthodontist on our records in Dubford itself. The closest on record are Old Machar Dental and Implant Centre | Invisalign and Emergency Dentist Aberdeen in Dyce, about 2 miles away; RANKIN DENTAL in Aberdeen, about 2 miles away; and Bridge of Don Dental & Aesthetic Clinic, about 2 miles away. Mild-to-moderate crowding or spacing is often suitable for clear aligners, while more complex cases are more commonly recommended fixed braces.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Dubford. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Dubford
For wider local orthodontic research, these links help place Dubford, Aberdeen City within a broader nearby area. You can keep exploring with related pages for Mundurno, Shielhill, Cloverhill, Bridge of Don Industrial Estate, Berryhill, and Bridge of Don.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Dubford
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Dubford often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Dubford?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Dubford is Old Machar Dental and Implant Centre | Invisalign and Emergency Dentist Aberdeen in Dyce, about 1.5 miles to the south-west. The next closest are OLDMACHAR DENTAL CARE (1.5 miles) and RANKIN DENTAL (2.2 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Dubford?
Our register has 44 practices within 5 miles of Dubford, 61 practices within 10 miles and 77 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Dubford?
The nearest practice to Dubford that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Old Machar Dental and Implant Centre | Invisalign and Emergency Dentist Aberdeen in Dyce, about 1.5 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include OLDMACHAR DENTAL CARE (1.5 miles) and RANKIN DENTAL (2.2 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Dubford, Aberdeen City?
The usual starting point is a short online assessment: upload a few guided photos and a clinician reviews your case remotely.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Dubford, Aberdeen City?
Yes. A clinician-reviewed assessment can help you understand whether fixed braces or clear aligners may be more suitable based on the movements required and your treatment goals.