Costs in Finegand at a Glance
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384 |
|---|---|
| Deprivation | Around the Scotland average |
| Nearest practice listing private treatment | Wrights Dental, Dundee — 25.8 miles |
| Nearest practice listing payment plans | None within 30 miles on our register |
| Practices on our register | 0 within 5 miles, 0 within 10, 6 within 20 |
| Area type (ONS) | Remote Rural |
| Access within Perth and Kinross | 267th closest to a practice of 278 places in the county; the county median is 3.9 miles |
Sources: Census 2021 (NOMIS), DfE Get Information About Schools, ONS geography, UK NHS dental charge schedules and our orthodontic practice register. Distances are straight-line.
Practices near Finegand that list payment plans
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of Finegand; 6 practices within 20. The closest is INFINITYBLU DENTAL CARE & IMPLANT CLINIC in Alyth, 12.8 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Finance | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| INFINITYBLU DENTAL CARE & IMPLANT CLINICAlyth | 12.8 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| 64 HIGH STREETBlairgowrie and Rattray | 13.3 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| INFINITYBLU DENTAL CAREPitlochry | 13.4 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| INFINITYBLU DENTAL PRACTICEDunkeld | 16.3 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| KIRRIEMUIR DENTAL PRACTICEKirriemuir | 16.9 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| COUPAR ANGUS DENTAL CARECoupar Angus | 17.0 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Finegand with practices listing payment plans
The closest town with practices listing payment plans is Alyth, 12.8 miles south-east; the next are Blairgowrie and Rattray (13.3 miles south) and Pitlochry (13.4 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Alyth | 1 | 12.8 miles south-east |
| Blairgowrie and Rattray | 1 | 13.3 miles south |
| Pitlochry | 1 | 13.4 miles south-west |
| Dunkeld | 1 | 16.3 miles south-west |
| Kirriemuir | 1 | 16.9 miles south-east |
| Coupar Angus | 1 | 17.0 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
What a course costs from Finegand, travel included
The fees are typical UK private prices. Travel is added for the journey to INFINITYBLU DENTAL CARE & IMPLANT CLINIC, the nearest practice on our register (12.8 miles away, about 16.6 miles by road), at the 45p a mile HMRC rate for every visit there and back.
| Treatment | Typical fee | Visits | Travel | Total from here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Metal braces | £1,500 to £3,500 | 10 to 20 | £150 to £300 | £1,650 to £3,800 |
| Ceramic braces | £2,000 to £4,500 | 10 to 20 | £150 to £300 | £2,150 to £4,800 |
| Lingual braces | £4,000 to £8,000 | 10 to 20 | £150 to £300 | £4,150 to £8,300 |
| Clear aligners | £1,500 to £5,500 | 6 to 10 | £90 to £150 | £1,590 to £5,650 |
| Invisalign | £2,500 to £5,500 | 6 to 10 | £90 to £150 | £2,590 to £5,650 |
Estimates. Fees vary by practice and case, so ask what each quote includes (retainers, refinements, emergency visits). NHS treatment for eligible under-18s is free.
What affects cost near Finegand
| Cost factor | Look for | Nearest listing it | Next nearest | Within 20 miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Free first appointment | a free consultation | not mentioned nearby | none other | 0 |
| Monthly payments | payment plans | not mentioned nearby | none other | 0 |
| NHS treatment | NHS orthodontics | INFINITYBLU DENTAL CARE & IMPLANT CLINIC, Alyth (12.8 miles) | 64 HIGH STREET (13.3 miles); INFINITYBLU DENTAL CARE (13.4 miles) | 6 |
| Private treatment | private fees | Wrights Dental, Dundee (25.8 miles) | Perth Orthodontics (26.2 miles); Amanda Duke Dental (26.5 miles) | 0 |
| Aligner prices to compare | aligners | Amanda Duke Dental, Perth (26.5 miles) | none other | 0 |
| Brace prices to compare | fixed braces | Amanda Duke Dental, Perth (26.5 miles) | none other | 0 |
Built from what each practice's own published information mentions, so a missing entry means not mentioned, which does not mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
There's no single price for orthodontics in Finegand — the range is genuinely wide. Understanding what drives the price, and what should be included in the fee, helps you compare quotes accurately. A photo assessment helps you gauge likely complexity before comparing quotes.
Why Quotes Vary So Much
Treatment type matters most. The gap between metal and lingual braces reflects real differences in materials, lab work and chair time.
Case complexity adds to it regardless of appliance — more movement means more trays or adjustments, more visits, and more of the clinician's time.
Number of arches is an easy thing to miss: a single-arch quote will look cheaper than a dual-arch one, so check like for like.
Retainers close out treatment but aren't always in the headline fee — ask whether they're included or charged on top.
Refinements (for aligner treatment) are the extra trays that finish the result. They should be included — ask explicitly before signing.
Practice location and overheads vary across Finegand — higher-rent locations charge more, which is exactly why comparing a few local quotes pays off.
Cost Context for Finegand
Private full fixed brace treatment in Finegand typically costs between £1,500 and £5,500, depending on case complexity. Straightforward crowding or spacing cases often suit aligners; more involved bite corrections are more often treated with fixed braces.
Provision in Finegand varies by practice — it's worth comparing more than one before committing. ONS classifies Finegand as remote Rural. NHS Tayside is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Finegand. People in Finegand usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 13 miles away. By national deprivation ranking, Finegand is roughly mid-table for Scotland. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Finegand is Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee, about 28 miles away. See local practice availability in Finegand → Costs can vary significantly between providers — getting two or three quotes and comparing what's included (retainers, refinements, both arches) before committing is strongly recommended.
Orthodontic Price Guide for Finegand
The table below sets out indicative private ranges in Finegand — useful for a like-for-like comparison:
| Treatment type | Typical cost range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| NHS metal braces | Free for eligible under-18s | Adults aged 26 and over who qualify pay 80% of the NHS fee, capped at £384 for a course of treatment. |
| Private metal braces | £1,500–£3,500 | No waiting list. Full arch treatment. Retainers included in good practices. |
| Ceramic braces | £2,000–£4,500 | Tooth-coloured brackets. More discreet than metal. Not NHS-available. |
| Clear aligners (non-Invisalign) | £1,500–£4,500 | Wide range by brand and complexity. Confirm refinements and retainers are included. |
| Invisalign Lite | £2,500–£3,500 | Mild cases only. Limited refinements. |
| Invisalign Comprehensive | £3,500–£5,500 | Moderate to complex. Unlimited refinements within treatment cycle. |
| Lingual braces | £4,000–£8,000 | Completely hidden. Highest cost. Fewest providers in Finegand. |
These are typical private fee ranges for Finegand — individual practices may charge more or less depending on their overheads, location, and clinician experience. Always request a written treatment plan with the full fee itemised before committing.
Frequently Asked Questions — Costs in Finegand
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Finegand?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Finegand is INFINITYBLU DENTAL CARE & IMPLANT CLINIC in Alyth, about 12.8 miles to the south-east. The next closest are 64 HIGH STREET (13.3 miles) and INFINITYBLU DENTAL CARE (13.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Finegand?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Finegand, 0 practices within 10 miles and 6 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Alyth, 12.8 miles away.
Which practices near Finegand offer payment plans?
None of the practices within 30 miles mentions finance or monthly payments in its published information, though many offer them on request.
Which NHS body covers Finegand for dental care?
Finegand sits within NHS Tayside for NHS dental commissioning.
Is Finegand rural or urban?
By ONS classification, Finegand falls under remote Rural.
How deprived is Finegand compared with the rest of Scotland?
By the national deprivation index, Finegand is close to the Scotland average for deprivation. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
What towns are near Finegand?
Spittal of Glenshee, Little Forter, Meikle Forter are within easy reach of Finegand.
How much do NHS braces cost?
In Scotland, NHS dental treatment — including clinically necessary orthodontics — is free for everyone under 26. Adults aged 26 and over who qualify pay 80% of the NHS fee, capped at £384 for a course of treatment. Adults on certain benefits or low incomes can be exempt, and one charge covers the full course from fitting to retainers.
Last updated: October 2026, compiled by the Virtual Consultant Online editorial team from our practice register and public data. Information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute clinical advice; it is not reviewed by a clinician. Sources: NHS, General Dental Council. How we compile our information.
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