Orthodontic practices near Faulds
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Faulds; 5 practices within 10 and 5 practices within 20. The closest is BRIDGEND HEALTH CARE CENTRE in Thurso, 8.8 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BRIDGEND HEALTH CARE CENTREThurso | 8.8 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| WICK DENTAL PRACTICEWick | 8.8 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| DUNBAR DENTAL CLINICThurso | 9.0 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| ORMLIE HILL DENTAL CLINICThurso | 9.2 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| THE BRIDGES DENTAL CLINICWick | 9.8 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Faulds with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Thurso, 8.8 miles north-west; the next are Wick (8.8 miles south-east).
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Faulds at a Glance
| Nation | Scotland |
|---|---|
| Council area | Highland |
| NHS dental services | NHS Highland |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384 |
| Area type (ONS) | Remote Rural |
| Deprivation | Around the Scotland average |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Highland | 578th closest to an orthodontic practice of 1,220 places in the county (the county median is 9.2 miles) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | BRIDGEND HEALTH CARE CENTRE, Thurso — 9 miles WICK DENTAL PRACTICE, Wick — 9 miles ORKNEY DENTAL, Stromness — 31 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 20 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 5 within 10 miles, 5 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 Faulds
The nearest practice to Faulds is BRIDGEND HEALTH CARE CENTRE in Thurso, 8.8 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 5 practices, and within 20 there are 5.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Faulds are commissioned by NHS Highland, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is BRIDGEND HEALTH CARE CENTRE in Thurso, 8.8 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Faulds to BRIDGEND HEALTH CARE CENTRE is roughly 20 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 230 to 460 miles and 7 to 13 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £105 to £205 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 140 to 230 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey.
Orthodontic Treatment In Faulds
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Orthodontist in Faulds: People exploring braces and clear aligners in Faulds often want a better starting point than a generic directory result. The information here applies just as well to nearby parts of Highland.
Local provider signals in Faulds
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Faulds. The nearest we do hold are BRIDGEND HEALTH CARE CENTRE in Thurso, about 9 miles away; WICK DENTAL PRACTICE, about 9 miles away; and ORKNEY DENTAL in Stromness, about 31 miles away.
Where Faulds sits locally
Just around 1 km north, Bowertower is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
Area profile for Faulds
Faulds is classified as remote Rural, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Highland. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Faulds; the nearest is about 9 miles away. By national deprivation ranking, Faulds is roughly mid-table for Scotland.
Widen your local search
Pages for Bowertower, Halcro, Brabsterdorran, Gillock, Hastigrow, and Bowermadden follow the same format and can help with wider comparisons.
All Orthodontic Options in Faulds Explained
Patients in Faulds have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.
Treatment Options in Faulds — Local Context
Treatment range and appointment slots differ between the practices covering Faulds — comparing a couple is worthwhile. Faulds's ONS geography type is remote Rural. Faulds sits within NHS Highland for NHS dental commissioning. Faulds has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 9 miles away. By national deprivation ranking, Faulds is roughly mid-table for Scotland. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Faulds itself. The closest on record are BRIDGEND HEALTH CARE CENTRE in Thurso, about 9 miles away; WICK DENTAL PRACTICE, about 9 miles away; and ORKNEY DENTAL in Stromness, about 31 miles away. Mild-to-moderate crowding or spacing is often suitable for clear aligners, while more complex cases are more commonly recommended fixed braces.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Faulds
Many people in Faulds 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. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Faulds
Provision in Faulds varies by practice — it's worth comparing more than one before committing. Faulds's ONS geography type is remote Rural. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Highland. Faulds has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 9 miles away. National deprivation data puts Faulds close to the Scotland median. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Faulds. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Faulds
If Faulds, Highland is just one of several areas you're considering, this section can help with the rest. Nearby pages covering Bowertower, Halcro, Brabsterdorran, Gillock, Hastigrow, and Bowermadden may also help if you are still comparing locations.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Faulds
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Faulds often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Faulds?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Faulds is BRIDGEND HEALTH CARE CENTRE in Thurso, about 8.8 miles to the north-west. The next closest are WICK DENTAL PRACTICE (8.8 miles) and DUNBAR DENTAL CLINIC (9.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Faulds?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Faulds, 5 practices within 10 miles and 5 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Thurso, 8.8 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Faulds?
The nearest practice to Faulds that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is BRIDGEND HEALTH CARE CENTRE in Thurso, about 8.8 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include WICK DENTAL PRACTICE (8.8 miles) and DUNBAR DENTAL CLINIC (9.0 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Faulds, Highland?
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 Faulds, Highland?
Yes. A guided assessment can help turn a general comparison into advice that is more relevant to your situation.