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.
The NHS orthodontic pathway in Finegand focuses limited resources on the greatest clinical need. For eligible under-18s it's outstanding value — full treatment at no charge at all. The main limitation is waiting time, which can be substantial across Perth and Kinross.
How the NHS Route Works in Finegand
For eligible patients in Finegand, the NHS route follows a defined sequence from dentist to specialist:
- Dental check-up: Your dentist performs an initial IOTN assessment and, if eligible, makes a formal referral.
- Referral to NHS orthodontist: You join the waiting list for the local NHS orthodontic service covering Finegand.
- Specialist assessment: An orthodontist confirms your IOTN score, takes records, and confirms whether NHS treatment proceeds.
- Brace fitting: Metal fixed braces are fitted — typically 60–90 minutes.
- Active treatment: Adjustment appointments every 6–8 weeks for 18–24 months on average.
- Retention: Retainers provided at completion as part of the NHS course of care.
NHS Orthodontic Access in Finegand
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. How long NHS treatment takes to start in Perth and Kinross depends heavily on the individual practice's current caseload.
Treatment range and appointment slots differ between the practices covering Finegand — comparing a couple is worthwhile. Finegand'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 Finegand is Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee, about 28 miles away. Classified by ONS as remote Rural, Finegand sits within NHS Tayside for NHS dental commissioning. People in Finegand usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 13 miles away. No orthodontic practice is recorded in Finegand. The closest on record are INFINITYBLU DENTAL CARE & IMPLANT CLINIC in Alyth, about 13 miles away; 64 HIGH STREET in Blairgowrie and Rattray, about 13 miles away; and INFINITYBLU DENTAL CARE in Pitlochry, about 13 miles away. NHS capacity is limited — practices often have closed lists for new NHS patients, which is why private treatment is the realistic route for many adults and for those who cannot wait.
How Long Is the NHS Wait in Finegand?
Many patients in Perth and Kinross wait 18 months or longer between NHS referral and treatment starting. During this period teeth continue to develop and cases can become more complex. Private treatment, while more expensive, begins promptly and offers far greater choice of treatment type.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment 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).
What NHS area is Finegand in for dental services?
NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Tayside.
What kind of area is Finegand?
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?
Alrick, Folda, Lair are within easy reach of Finegand.
How long is the NHS orthodontic wait in Finegand?
Typically 12-24 months in Perth and Kinross, sometimes more depending on the area. Private treatment skips the list entirely, usually starting within weeks.
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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