Orthodontic practices near Dunshillock
On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of Dunshillock, 4 practices within 10 and 14 practices within 20. The closest is GC DENTAL MINTLAW, 0.9 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GC DENTAL MINTLAWMintlaw | 0.9 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| QUEEN STREET DENTAL PRACTICEPeterhead | 9.2 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| PETERHEAD DENTAL AND IMPLANT CENTREPeterhead | 9.5 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| BUCHAN BRAES DENTAL CLINICBoddam | 10.0 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| FAITHLIE DENTAL PRACTICEFraserburgh | 10.9 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| T/A FRITHSIDE DENTAL CAREFraserburgh | 11.2 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| CLARK DENTAL CLINIC LTDFraserburgh | 11.3 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| T/A FRASERBURGH DENTAL CAREFraserburgh | 11.3 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Dunshillock with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Mintlaw, 0.9 miles east; the next are Peterhead (9.2 miles east) and Boddam (10.0 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Mintlaw | 1 | 0.9 miles east |
| Peterhead | 2 | 9.2 miles east |
| Boddam | 1 | 10.0 miles south-east |
| Fraserburgh | 4 | 10.9 miles north |
| Ellon | 2 | 11.4 miles south |
| Turriff | 1 | 16.0 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Dunshillock at a Glance
| Nation | Scotland |
|---|---|
| Council area | Aberdeenshire |
| 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 | Around the Scotland average |
| Practices within 5 miles | 1 practice |
| Access within Aberdeenshire | 39th closest to an orthodontic practice of 487 places in the county (the county median is 4.3 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.9 miles away, closer than 78% of towns in Scotland |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Aberdeen Dental School, Aberdeen — 26 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | GC DENTAL MINTLAW, Mintlaw — under a mile QUEEN STREET DENTAL PRACTICE, Peterhead — 9 miles BUCHAN BRAES DENTAL CLINIC, Boddam — 10 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 4 within 10 miles, 14 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 Dunshillock
The nearest practice to Dunshillock is GC DENTAL MINTLAW, 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 4 practices, and within 20 there are 14.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Bridge of Don Dental & Aesthetic Clinic (24.5 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 2 of the practices around Dunshillock list clear aligners, the nearest 23.6 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Dunshillock are commissioned by NHS Grampian; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is GC DENTAL MINTLAW, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Aberdeen Dental School in Aberdeen, about 26 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Dunshillock
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If you are looking for an orthodontist in Dunshillock, this page is designed to help you compare braces, clear aligners, and online assessment options before arranging a visit. It can also help if you are comparing treatment across nearby parts of Aberdeenshire.
What official data says about Dunshillock
Dunshillock is classified as accessible Rural. For NHS dental services, Dunshillock falls under NHS Grampian. National deprivation data puts Dunshillock close to the Scotland median. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Dunshillock is Aberdeen Dental School in Aberdeen, about 26 miles away.
Nearby location pages
You can carry on your local research by browsing related pages for Old Deer, Fetterangus, Mintlaw, Stuartfield, Millbreck, and Skelmuir.
Local provider signals in Dunshillock
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Dunshillock itself. The closest on record are GC DENTAL MINTLAW, under a mile away; QUEEN STREET DENTAL PRACTICE in Peterhead, about 9 miles away; and BUCHAN BRAES DENTAL CLINIC in Boddam, about 10 miles away.
Dunshillock in numbers
Just around 1 km south-west, Old Deer is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Dunshillock
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Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Dunshillock
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Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Dunshillock
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Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
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Areas We Cover Around Dunshillock
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Frequently Asked Questions in Dunshillock
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Dunshillock often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Dunshillock?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Dunshillock is GC DENTAL MINTLAW, about 0.9 miles to the east. The next closest are QUEEN STREET DENTAL PRACTICE (9.2 miles) and PETERHEAD DENTAL AND IMPLANT CENTRE (9.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Dunshillock?
Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of Dunshillock, 4 practices within 10 miles and 14 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Dunshillock?
The nearest practice to Dunshillock that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is GC DENTAL MINTLAW, about 0.9 miles to the east. Others nearby include QUEEN STREET DENTAL PRACTICE (9.2 miles) and PETERHEAD DENTAL AND IMPLANT CENTRE (9.5 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Dunshillock, Aberdeenshire?
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 Dunshillock, Aberdeenshire?
Yes. Comparing the two properly usually means having someone assess your bite and alignment first.