Orthodontic practices near Fernybank
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of Fernybank; 12 practices within 20. The closest is ESK DENTAL CARE in Brechin, 10.8 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ESK DENTAL CAREBrechin | 10.8 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| R AND PM THOMSONBrechin | 10.8 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| FOUNTAIN DENTAL GROUP-ABOYNEAboyne | 13.7 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| DEESIDE DENTAL CAREBanchory | 15.1 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| FOUNTAIN DENTAL GROUP-BANCHORYBanchory | 15.3 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| HIGH STREET DENTAL CENTREMontrose | 15.7 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| LINKS LODGE DENTAL PRACTICEMontrose | 15.8 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| 53 JOHN STREETMontrose | 15.8 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Fernybank with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Brechin, 10.8 miles south; the next are Aboyne (13.7 miles north) and Banchory (15.1 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Brechin | 2 | 10.8 miles south |
| Aboyne | 1 | 13.7 miles north |
| Banchory | 2 | 15.1 miles north-east |
| Montrose | 3 | 15.7 miles south-east |
| Forfar | 3 | 17.0 miles south |
| Kirriemuir | 1 | 17.1 miles south-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Fernybank 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 | 162nd closest to an orthodontic practice of 168 places in the county (the county median is 3.5 miles) |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Aberdeen Dental School, Aberdeen — 30 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | ESK DENTAL CARE, Brechin — 11 miles FOUNTAIN DENTAL GROUP-ABOYNE, Aboyne — 14 miles DEESIDE DENTAL CARE, Banchory — 15 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 25 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 0 within 10 miles, 12 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 Fernybank
From Fernybank the nearest practice is ESK DENTAL CARE in Brechin, 10.8 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. 12 practices are within 20 miles.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: 3 of the practices around Fernybank list clear aligners, the nearest 24.4 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 Fernybank are commissioned by NHS Tayside; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is ESK DENTAL CARE in Brechin, 10.8 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Aberdeen Dental School in Aberdeen, about 30 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Fernybank to ESK DENTAL CARE is roughly 25 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 280 to 560 miles and 8 to 17 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £125 to £250 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 170 to 280 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey.
Orthodontic Treatment In Fernybank
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Where Fernybank sits locally
Just around 5 km north-west, Tarfside is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
Area profile for Fernybank
By ONS classification, Fernybank falls under accessible Rural. For NHS dental services, Fernybank falls under NHS Tayside. People in Fernybank usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 11 miles away. Fernybank'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 Fernybank is Aberdeen Dental School in Aberdeen, about 30 miles away.
Compare nearby areas
You can continue browsing related location pages including Balfield, West Clochie, Tarfside, Tigerton, Kirkton of Menmuir, and Edzell if you want to compare orthodontic options across a wider local area.
Practice signals around Fernybank
There is no orthodontist on our records in Fernybank itself. The nearest we do hold are ESK DENTAL CARE in Brechin, about 11 miles away; FOUNTAIN DENTAL GROUP-ABOYNE, about 14 miles away; and DEESIDE DENTAL CARE in Banchory, about 15 miles away.
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Fernybank
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From First Photo to Finished Smile in Fernybank
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Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Fernybank
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Which Treatment Is Right for You?
Start with a consultation — most orthodontists in Fernybank offer a free or low-cost initial assessment. Avoid choosing treatment based on advertising before understanding what your teeth actually need. If discretion is your top priority, aligners or ceramic/lingual braces are the shortlist. If budget is primary and you meet NHS criteria, metal braces deliver excellent outcomes at minimal cost.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Fernybank. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Fernybank
These local links are here for anyone comparing Fernybank, Angus against nearby alternatives. Nearby pages covering Balfield, West Clochie, Tarfside, Tigerton, Kirkton of Menmuir, and Edzell may also help if you are still comparing locations.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Fernybank
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Fernybank often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Fernybank?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Fernybank is ESK DENTAL CARE in Brechin, about 10.8 miles to the south. The next closest are R AND PM THOMSON (10.8 miles) and FOUNTAIN DENTAL GROUP-ABOYNE (13.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Fernybank?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Fernybank, 0 practices within 10 miles and 12 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Brechin, 10.8 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Fernybank?
The nearest practice to Fernybank that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is ESK DENTAL CARE in Brechin, about 10.8 miles to the south. Others nearby include R AND PM THOMSON (10.8 miles) and FOUNTAIN DENTAL GROUP-ABOYNE (13.7 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Fernybank, Angus?
Starting with guided photos helps turn general research into a clearer next step reviewed by a clinician.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Fernybank, Angus?
Yes. A review of your photos and concerns can help show whether braces or clear aligners may be the better route.