Orthodontic practices near Ethie
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Ethie; 9 practices within 10 and 27 practices within 20. The closest is 121 HIGH STREET in Arbroath, 5.2 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 121 HIGH STREETArbroath | 5.2 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| IAN ROBERTSON DENTAL CAREArbroath | 5.3 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| NO 80 DENTAL PRACTICEArbroath | 5.4 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| 30 KEPTIE STREETArbroath | 5.4 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| LINKS LODGE DENTAL PRACTICEMontrose | 6.6 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| HIGH STREET DENTAL CENTREMontrose | 6.6 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| 53 JOHN STREETMontrose | 6.6 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| ESK DENTAL CAREBrechin | 9.8 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Ethie with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Arbroath, 5.2 miles south-west; the next are Montrose (6.6 miles north) and Brechin (9.8 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Arbroath | 4 | 5.2 miles south-west |
| Montrose | 3 | 6.6 miles north |
| Brechin | 2 | 9.8 miles north-west |
| Carnoustie | 2 | 11.6 miles south-west |
| Forfar | 3 | 14.7 miles west |
| Monifieth | 4 | 15.4 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 Ethie
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Perla Orthodontics in Tayport (4.7 from 13 reviews), 18.0 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Perla OrthodonticsTayport | 4.7 (13 reviews) | 18.0 miles south-west |
| Oris Dental & Implant StudioMonifieth | 4.6 (87 reviews) | 15.4 miles south-west |
| Kingsway Dental PracticeDundee | 3.2 (14 reviews) | 19.5 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Ethie at a Glance
| Nation | Scotland |
|---|---|
| Council area | Angus |
| NHS dental services | NHS Tayside |
| 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 | None on our register |
| Access within Angus | 128th closest to an orthodontic practice of 168 places in the county (the county median is 3.5 miles) |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Dundee Dental Hospital, Dundee — 21 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | 121 HIGH STREET, Arbroath — 5 miles LINKS LODGE DENTAL PRACTICE, Montrose — 7 miles ESK DENTAL CARE, Brechin — 10 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 10 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 9 within 10 miles, 27 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 Ethie
From Ethie the nearest practice is 121 HIGH STREET in Arbroath, 5.2 miles away. A course of braces or aligners involves many appointments, so the length of that journey matters when comparing it with practices further afield. Within 10 miles there are 9 practices, and within 20 there are 27.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Perla Orthodontics (18 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 1 of the practices around Ethie list clear aligners, the nearest 18 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 Ethie are commissioned by NHS Tayside; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is 121 HIGH STREET in Arbroath, 5.2 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee, about 21 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Ethie to 121 HIGH STREET is roughly 10 minutes each way. A course of fixed braces typically means 10 to 20 visits (a consultation, the fitting, 7 to 17 adjustments and the removal), which from here comes to about 140 to 270 miles and 3 to 7 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £65 to £120 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 80 to 140 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey.
Orthodontic Treatment In Ethie
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Orthodontist in Ethie: This page helps people researching orthodontic treatment in Ethie understand their options before committing to an appointment. It is written to be useful for anyone researching treatment across Angus, not just Ethie.
Widen your local search
You can carry on your local research by browsing related pages for Ethie Haven, Auchmithie, Braehead of Lunan, Lunan, Lunan Bay Hamlet, and Braehead Village.
Area profile for Ethie
Ethie is classified as accessible Rural, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Tayside. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Ethie; the nearest is about 5 miles away. Ethie's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with Scotland as a whole. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Ethie is Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee, about 21 miles away.
A quick look at Ethie
Just around 1 km north-east, Ethie Haven is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
Useful local orthodontic context for Ethie
There is no orthodontist on our records in Ethie itself. The closest on record are 121 HIGH STREET in Arbroath, about 5 miles away; LINKS LODGE DENTAL PRACTICE in Montrose, about 7 miles away; and ESK DENTAL CARE in Brechin, about 10 miles away.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Ethie
Starting orthodontic treatment in Ethie can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
Every case in Ethie follows broadly the same arc; knowing the stages in advance makes the whole thing feel far more manageable.
Orthodontic Treatments in Ethie
Patients in Ethie have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.
Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Ethie
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Ethie — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Ethie. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Ethie
This part of the page is useful if you want to compare Ethie, Angus with surrounding locations. The nearby links also make it easier to compare places such as Ethie Haven, Auchmithie, Braehead of Lunan, Lunan, Lunan Bay Hamlet, and Braehead Village.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Ethie
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Ethie often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Ethie?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Ethie is 121 HIGH STREET in Arbroath, about 5.2 miles to the south-west. The next closest are IAN ROBERTSON DENTAL CARE (5.3 miles) and NO 80 DENTAL PRACTICE (5.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Ethie?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Ethie, 9 practices within 10 miles and 27 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Arbroath, 5.2 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Ethie?
The nearest practice to Ethie that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is 121 HIGH STREET in Arbroath, about 5.2 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include IAN ROBERTSON DENTAL CARE (5.3 miles) and NO 80 DENTAL PRACTICE (5.4 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Ethie, Angus?
For many patients, the simplest way to begin is with a remote assessment that helps clarify likely next steps.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Ethie, Angus?
Yes. Once a clinician has reviewed your photos, they can advise which treatment type is more likely to suit your case.