NHS Treatment in Finegand at a Glance
| NHS dental services | NHS Tayside |
|---|---|
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384 |
| Deprivation | Around the Scotland average |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | INFINITYBLU DENTAL CARE & IMPLANT CLINIC, Alyth — 12.8 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Dundee Dental Hospital, Dundee — about 28 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Remote Rural |
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 listing NHS orthodontics near Finegand
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. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is INFINITYBLU DENTAL CARE & IMPLANT CLINIC, 12.8 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | 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 NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics 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.
The NHS route from Finegand, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Banchory Dental Practice, 39.1 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is INFINITYBLU DENTAL CARE & IMPLANT CLINIC, Alyth, 12.8 miles away. Referrals go to a practice with an NHS contract. |
| 3. The hospital for complex cases | The nearest university dental hospital is Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee, about 28 miles away. |
| 4. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Finegand are commissioned by NHS Tayside. |
NHS orthodontics is free for eligible under-18s and is reached by referral. Distances are straight-line.
NHS orthodontic treatment is not available to everyone. Even visibly crooked teeth may score below the threshold, which is why understanding IOTN matters. Knowing where you stand before the referral process saves time and manages expectations in Finegand.
Eligibility in Finegand — Local Context
How long NHS treatment takes to start in Perth and Kinross depends heavily on the individual practice's current caseload.
What's available in Finegand depends on the practice, so it's worth checking directly what each one offers. National deprivation data puts Finegand close to the Scotland median. 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. Finegand sits within NHS Tayside for NHS dental commissioning. Officially, Finegand is categorised as remote Rural. Finegand has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 13 miles away. See local practice availability in Finegand → If you or your child do not meet the IOTN threshold for NHS treatment, private orthodontic care with no eligibility barrier and no waiting list is available from local practices, typically ranging from £1,500 to £5,500 depending on treatment type.
Not Eligible? Here's What to Do Next in Finegand
An IOTN score below grade 4 does not mean your teeth don't need attention — it means NHS resources are prioritised for the most clinically significant cases. Private treatment is open to everyone and provides more treatment choices, faster access, and a more personalised experience.
Contacting a private orthodontic practice in Finegand for a consultation is a straightforward next step. Many offer a free initial assessment so you can understand your options and costs before making any commitment.
What Is IOTN?
NHS eligibility is decided by the IOTN — a two-part clinical index applied consistently by orthodontists throughout Perth and Kinross.
The Dental Health Component (DHC) grades severity from 1 to 5:
- Grade 1 — No treatment need.
- Grade 2 — Little treatment need: mild malocclusion.
- Grade 3 — Borderline: moderate malocclusion.
- Grade 4 — Treatment need: severe malocclusion impacting dental health.
- Grade 5 — Very great need: most severe cases including impactions and large overjets.
NHS funding is generally available for grades 4 and 5. Grade 3 is borderline and is also judged on the Aesthetic Component (AC), a 1–10 photographic scale — a grade 3 with a high AC score may still qualify.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Eligibility 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.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Finegand?
The nearest practice to Finegand that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is INFINITYBLU DENTAL CARE & IMPLANT CLINIC in Alyth, about 12.8 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include 64 HIGH STREET (13.3 miles) and INFINITYBLU DENTAL CARE (13.4 miles).
Who commissions NHS dentistry in Finegand?
NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Tayside.
What kind of area is Finegand?
ONS classifies Finegand as 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.
Which towns are close to Finegand?
Lair, Meikle Forter, Little Forter are within easy reach of Finegand.
Can I be reassessed if my teeth get worse?
Yes. IOTN reflects the current state of your teeth, so if a malocclusion progresses, a fresh assessment may return a higher grade than before. If you were previously just below the threshold, it's worth asking your dentist to review it again.
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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