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Orthodontic practices near Ethie Haven

On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Ethie Haven; 9 practices within 10 and 25 practices within 20. The closest is LINKS LODGE DENTAL PRACTICE in Montrose, 5.8 miles north.

PracticeDistanceNHSBracesAlignersGoogle rating
LINKS LODGE DENTAL PRACTICEMontrose5.8 miles north✓–––
HIGH STREET DENTAL CENTREMontrose5.8 miles north✓–––
53 JOHN STREETMontrose5.8 miles north✓–––
121 HIGH STREETArbroath6.0 miles south-west✓–––
IAN ROBERTSON DENTAL CAREArbroath6.1 miles south-west✓–––
NO 80 DENTAL PRACTICEArbroath6.2 miles south-west✓–––
30 KEPTIE STREETArbroath6.2 miles south-west✓–––
ESK DENTAL CAREBrechin9.5 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 Haven with orthodontic practices

The closest town with orthodontic practices is Montrose, 5.8 miles north; the next are Arbroath (6.0 miles south-west) and Brechin (9.5 miles north-west).

PlacePracticesNearest
Montrose35.8 miles north
Arbroath46.0 miles south-west
Brechin29.5 miles north-west
Carnoustie212.4 miles south-west
Forfar315.0 miles west
Monifieth416.1 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 Haven

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), 18.7 miles south-west.

PracticeGoogle ratingDistance
Perla OrthodonticsTayport4.7 (13 reviews)18.7 miles south-west
Oris Dental & Implant StudioMonifieth4.6 (87 reviews)16.2 miles south-west

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

Ethie Haven at a Glance

NationScotland
Council areaAngus
NHS dental servicesNHS Tayside
NHS orthodontic chargesFree under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384
Area type (ONS)Accessible Rural
DeprivationAround the Scotland average
Practices within 5 milesNone on our register
Access within Angus135th closest to an orthodontic practice of 168 places in the county (the county median is 3.5 miles)
Nearest university dental hospitalDundee Dental Hospital, Dundee — 22 miles
Nearest orthodontic practicesLINKS LODGE DENTAL PRACTICE, Montrose — 6 miles
121 HIGH STREET, Arbroath — 6 miles
ESK DENTAL CARE, Brechin — 10 miles
Estimated drive to the nearest practiceabout 15 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph)
Practices within 10 and 20 miles9 within 10 miles, 25 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 Haven

The nearest practice to Ethie Haven is LINKS LODGE DENTAL PRACTICE in Montrose, 5.8 miles away. Treatment usually needs a visit every six to ten weeks, so it is worth choosing a practice whose journey you can sustain and asking how many appointments can be combined. Within 10 miles there are 9 practices, and within 20 there are 25.

Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Perla Orthodontics (18.7 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 1 of the practices around Ethie Haven list clear aligners, the nearest 18.7 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 Haven are commissioned by NHS Tayside; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is LINKS LODGE DENTAL PRACTICE in Montrose, 5.8 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee, about 22 miles away.

Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Ethie Haven to LINKS LODGE DENTAL PRACTICE is roughly 15 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 150 to 300 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £70 to £135 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 90 to 150 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey.

Orthodontic Treatment In Ethie Haven

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Orthodontist in Ethie Haven: People weighing up braces or aligners in Ethie Haven can use this page to understand the options before making contact with a practice. It is also useful for patients researching treatment across Angus and the surrounding area.

Local context for Ethie Haven

The nearest other location we cover is Ethie, around 1 km to the south-west.

Ethie Haven in context

Ethie Haven's ONS geography type is accessible Rural. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Tayside. Ethie Haven has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 6 miles away. Ethie Haven'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 Haven is Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee, about 22 miles away.

What we know about practices near Ethie Haven

There is no orthodontist on our records in Ethie Haven itself. The nearest recorded are LINKS LODGE DENTAL PRACTICE in Montrose, about 6 miles away; 121 HIGH STREET in Arbroath, about 6 miles away; and ESK DENTAL CARE in Brechin, about 10 miles away.

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All Orthodontic Options in Ethie Haven Explained

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Treatment Options in Ethie Haven — Local Context

Practices serving Ethie Haven differ in what they offer, from brace type to appointment availability. Ethie Haven is classified as accessible Rural, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Tayside. Ethie Haven has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 6 miles away. By national deprivation ranking, Ethie Haven is roughly mid-table for Scotland. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Ethie Haven is Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee, about 22 miles away. No orthodontic practice is recorded in Ethie Haven. The nearest we do hold are LINKS LODGE DENTAL PRACTICE in Montrose, about 6 miles away; 121 HIGH STREET in Arbroath, about 6 miles away; and ESK DENTAL CARE in Brechin, about 10 miles away. Case complexity — not just preference — is usually what determines whether aligners or fixed braces are recommended.

How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Ethie Haven

Starting orthodontic treatment in Ethie Haven can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.

From First Photo to Finished Smile in Ethie Haven

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

Frequently Asked Questions in Ethie Haven

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

Where is the nearest orthodontist to Ethie Haven?

On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Ethie Haven is LINKS LODGE DENTAL PRACTICE in Montrose, about 5.8 miles to the north. The next closest are HIGH STREET DENTAL CENTRE (5.8 miles) and 53 JOHN STREET (5.8 miles).

How many orthodontic practices are near Ethie Haven?

Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Ethie Haven, 9 practices within 10 miles and 25 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Montrose, 5.8 miles away.

Is there an NHS orthodontist near Ethie Haven?

The nearest practice to Ethie Haven that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is LINKS LODGE DENTAL PRACTICE in Montrose, about 5.8 miles to the north. Others nearby include HIGH STREET DENTAL CENTRE (5.8 miles) and 53 JOHN STREET (5.8 miles).

How do I start orthodontic treatment in Ethie Haven, Angus?

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 Ethie Haven, Angus?

Yes. A guided assessment can help turn a general comparison into advice that is more relevant to your situation.

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Published1 June 2022
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