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Orthodontic practices near Ellon

On our practice register: 2 practices within 5 miles of Ellon, 4 practices within 10 and 75 practices within 20. The closest is YTHAN BRIDGE DENTAL CENTRE in Ellon, 0.3 miles north-west.

PracticeDistanceNHSBracesAlignersGoogle rating
YTHAN BRIDGE DENTAL CENTREEllon0.3 miles north-west✓–––
SCHOOLHILL DENTAL PRACTICEEllon0.4 miles north✓–––
T/A MINT DENTAL CARE KINGSEATNewmacher7.5 miles south-west✓–––
OLDMELDRUM DENTAL PRACTICEOldmeldrum9.6 miles west✓–––
DYCE DENTAL PRACTICEDyce11.5 miles south✓–––
GC DENTAL MINTLAWMintlaw11.6 miles north✓–––
Old Machar Dental and Implant Centre | Invisalign and Emergency Dentist AberdeenDyce11.8 miles south✓–✓4.8 (191 reviews)
OLDMACHAR DENTAL CAREDyce11.8 miles south✓–––

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

Nearest places to Ellon with orthodontic practices

The closest town with orthodontic practices is Ellon, 0.3 miles north-west; the next are Newmacher (7.5 miles south-west) and Oldmeldrum (9.6 miles west).

PlacePracticesNearest
Ellon20.3 miles north-west
Newmacher17.5 miles south-west
Oldmeldrum19.6 miles west
Dyce311.5 miles south
Mintlaw111.6 miles north
Inverurie412.5 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 Ellon

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), 14.5 miles south.

PracticeGoogle ratingDistance
Mastrick Smile CareAberdeen4.9 (213 reviews)14.5 miles south
Old Machar Dental and Implant Centre | Invisalign and Emergency Dentist AberdeenDyce4.8 (191 reviews)11.8 miles south
Bridge of Don Dental & Aesthetic ClinicBridge of Don4.8 (176 reviews)12.6 miles south
Aberdeen OrthodonticsAberdeen4.8 (106 reviews)14.5 miles south

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

Ellon at a Glance

NationScotland
Council areaAberdeenshire
NHS dental servicesNHS Grampian
NHS orthodontic chargesFree under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384
Area type (ONS)Other Urban Areas
DeprivationLess deprived than most of Scotland
Population10,200
Practices within 5 miles2 practices, more than 56% of towns in Scotland
Access within Aberdeenshire13th closest to an orthodontic practice of 487 places in the county (the county median is 4.3 miles)
Nearest practice compared0.3 miles away, closer than 90% of towns in Scotland
Nearest university dental hospitalAberdeen Dental School, Aberdeen — 14 miles
Orthodontic practices on record2
Practices within 10 and 20 miles4 within 10 miles, 75 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 Ellon

The nearest practice to Ellon is YTHAN BRIDGE DENTAL CENTRE in Ellon, 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 75.

Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Bridge of Don Dental & Aesthetic Clinic (12.6 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 5 of the practices around Ellon list clear aligners, the nearest 11.8 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 Ellon are commissioned by NHS Grampian; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is YTHAN BRIDGE DENTAL CENTRE in Ellon, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Aberdeen Dental School in Aberdeen, about 14 miles away.

Orthodontic Treatment In Ellon

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Compare braces and clear aligners in Ellon

Orthodontist in Ellon: If your search for orthodontic treatment in Ellon keeps returning generic directory listings, this page is meant to be more useful. It is relevant to searches focused on both Ellon and the wider Aberdeenshire area. Ellon — a market town with a population of around 10,200 — is covered on this page specifically.

The local picture in Ellon

Ellon's ONS geography type is other Urban Areas. For NHS dental services, Ellon falls under NHS Grampian. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (2), Ellon has more choice than 56% of towns in Scotland. Ellon's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of Scotland. The nearest university dental hospital to Ellon is Aberdeen Dental School, Aberdeen, about 14 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.

What local practice data suggests in Ellon

Source-linked practice data helps make this page more specific: 2 published orthodontic practices in the database currently link to Ellon or nearby searches; 2 include NHS signals and 0 include private treatment signals. Nearby practice records include SCHOOLHILL DENTAL PRACTICE and YTHAN BRIDGE DENTAL CENTRE.

Keep exploring nearby

Pages for Meiklemill, Tipperty, Cookston, Tarty, Esslemont, and Kinharrachie follow the same format and can help with wider comparisons.

A quick look at Ellon

Around 10,200 people live in Ellon, which is a market town within Aberdeenshire. Heading west for around 1 km brings you to Meiklemill, the closest linked location.

Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Ellon

Many people in Ellon delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. 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. People from Meiklemill, Tipperty and Esslemont regularly visit orthodontists in Ellon.

Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Ellon

We track 2 orthodontic practices serving Ellon and the surrounding area. Ellon — other Urban Areas by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Grampian for NHS dentistry. With 2 orthodontic practices within five miles, Ellon is better served than 56% of towns in Scotland. National deprivation data ranks Ellon among Scotland's less deprived areas. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Ellon is about 14 miles from Aberdeen Dental School in Aberdeen. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention. People from Meiklemill, Tipperty, and Esslemont regularly make use of Ellon's orthodontic practices for starting orthodontic treatment.

Orthodontic Treatments in Ellon

Patients in Ellon have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms. People from Meiklemill, Tipperty and Esslemont regularly visit orthodontists in Ellon.

Treatment Options in Ellon — Local Context

We track 2 orthodontic practices serving Ellon and the surrounding area. Ellon's ONS geography type is other Urban Areas. NHS dental commissioning in Ellon falls under NHS Grampian. Ellon has 2 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 56% of towns in Scotland. By national deprivation ranking, Ellon sits among the less deprived areas of Scotland. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Ellon is Aberdeen Dental School in Aberdeen, about 14 miles away. Looking at the 2 practices listed around Ellon, 2 record NHS provision. This is drawn from published practice information, so confirm the details that matter to you when you make contact. Case complexity — not just preference — is usually what determines whether aligners or fixed braces are recommended. People from Meiklemill, Tipperty, and Esslemont regularly make use of Ellon's orthodontic practices for orthodontic treatment comparison.

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

Frequently Asked Questions in Ellon

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

Where is the nearest orthodontist to Ellon?

On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Ellon is YTHAN BRIDGE DENTAL CENTRE in Ellon, about 0.3 miles to the north-west. The next closest are SCHOOLHILL DENTAL PRACTICE (0.4 miles) and T/A MINT DENTAL CARE KINGSEAT (7.5 miles).

How many orthodontic practices are near Ellon?

Our register has 2 practices within 5 miles of Ellon, 4 practices within 10 miles and 75 practices within 20 miles.

Is there an NHS orthodontist near Ellon?

The nearest practice to Ellon that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is YTHAN BRIDGE DENTAL CENTRE in Ellon, about 0.3 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include SCHOOLHILL DENTAL PRACTICE (0.4 miles) and T/A MINT DENTAL CARE KINGSEAT (7.5 miles).

How do I start orthodontic treatment in Ellon, Aberdeenshire?

Many patients begin with an online orthodontic assessment so they can understand possible treatment routes before booking an appointment.

Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Ellon, Aberdeenshire?

Yes. Comparing the two properly usually means having someone assess your bite and alignment first.

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TitleEllon, Aberdeenshire Orthodontics
PublisherVirtual Consultant Online
Published1 June 2022
Modified10 October 2026
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