Orthodontic practices near Fern
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Fern; 6 practices within 10 and 49 practices within 20. The closest is FORFAR DENTAL CARE, 6.7 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FORFAR DENTAL CAREForfar | 6.7 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| HIGH STREET DENTAL PRACTICEForfar | 6.7 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| CASTLE STREET DENTALForfar | 6.7 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| R AND PM THOMSONBrechin | 7.1 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| ESK DENTAL CAREBrechin | 7.3 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| KIRRIEMUIR DENTAL PRACTICEKirriemuir | 7.4 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| HIGH STREET DENTAL CENTREMontrose | 14.6 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| LINKS LODGE DENTAL PRACTICEMontrose | 14.7 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Fern with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Forfar, 6.7 miles south; the next are Brechin (7.1 miles east) and Kirriemuir (7.4 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Forfar | 3 | 6.7 miles south |
| Brechin | 2 | 7.1 miles east |
| Kirriemuir | 1 | 7.4 miles south-west |
| Montrose | 3 | 14.6 miles east |
| Arbroath | 4 | 15.9 miles south-east |
| Alyth | 1 | 16.5 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 Fern
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), 18.9 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Perla OrthodonticsTayport | 4.7 (13 reviews) | 18.9 miles south |
| Oris Dental & Implant StudioMonifieth | 4.6 (87 reviews) | 17.9 miles south |
| Kingsway Dental PracticeDundee | 3.2 (14 reviews) | 18.4 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Fern 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 | 148th 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 — 20 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | FORFAR DENTAL CARE, Forfar — 7 miles R AND PM THOMSON, Brechin — 7 miles KIRRIEMUIR DENTAL PRACTICE, Kirriemuir — 7 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 15 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 6 within 10 miles, 49 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 Fern
The nearest practice to Fern is FORFAR DENTAL CARE, 6.7 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 6 practices, and within 20 there are 49.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Kingsway Dental Practice (18.4 miles) mentions a free consultation; Perla Orthodontics (18.9 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 1 of the practices around Fern list clear aligners, the nearest 18.9 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 Fern are commissioned by NHS Tayside; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is FORFAR DENTAL CARE, 6.7 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee, about 20 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Fern to FORFAR DENTAL CARE 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 170 to 350 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £75 to £160 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 100 to 170 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey.
Orthodontic Treatment In Fern
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Orthodontist in Fern: Before booking anything in Fern, this page gives a practical overview of treatment types, cost factors, and next steps. It is also useful for patients researching treatment across Angus and the surrounding area.
What official data says about Fern
Officially, Fern is categorised as accessible Rural. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Tayside. Fern has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 7 miles away. By national deprivation ranking, Fern is roughly mid-table for Scotland. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Fern is about 20 miles from Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee.
Local treatment availability around Fern
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Fern. The nearest recorded are FORFAR DENTAL CARE, about 7 miles away; R AND PM THOMSON in Brechin, about 7 miles away; and KIRRIEMUIR DENTAL PRACTICE, about 7 miles away.
Facts about Fern
Noranside is the closest neighbouring location page, around 2 km south-west of Fern.
More local pages to browse
Pages for Noranside, Tannadice, Finavon, Bogindollo, Glenogil, and Oathlaw follow the same format and can help with wider comparisons.
The Orthodontic Journey in Fern
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Fern helps you ask the right questions. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
Treatment in Fern runs through a predictable sequence of stages, set out below so you know what's coming.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Fern
Patients in Fern have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Fern
No single treatment wins on every measure — this narrows things down to what matters most for your situation:
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Fern. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Fern
For wider local orthodontic research, these links help place Fern, Angus within a broader nearby area. This page links onward to Noranside, Tannadice, Finavon, Bogindollo, Glenogil, and Oathlaw for wider comparison.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Fern
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Fern often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Fern?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Fern is FORFAR DENTAL CARE, about 6.7 miles to the south. The next closest are HIGH STREET DENTAL PRACTICE (6.7 miles) and CASTLE STREET DENTAL (6.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Fern?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Fern, 6 practices within 10 miles and 49 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Forfar, 6.7 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Fern?
The nearest practice to Fern that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is FORFAR DENTAL CARE, about 6.7 miles to the south. Others nearby include HIGH STREET DENTAL PRACTICE (6.7 miles) and CASTLE STREET DENTAL (6.7 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Fern, Angus?
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 Fern, Angus?
Yes. A clinician-reviewed assessment can help you understand whether fixed braces or clear aligners may be more suitable based on the movements required and your treatment goals.