Orthodontic practices 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.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | 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 orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices 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.
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Finegand has the full spectrum of options. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
Treatment Options in Finegand — Local Context
Appointment availability and the range of treatments on offer both vary practice to practice around Finegand. Finegand — remote Rural by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Tayside for NHS dentistry. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Finegand; the nearest is about 13 miles away. 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. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Finegand itself. The nearest we do hold 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. Whether aligners or fixed braces are recommended usually comes down to case complexity rather than personal preference alone.
Private orthodontic treatment costs in Finegand generally sit between £1,500 and £5,500. NHS metal braces are free for under-18s who meet the IOTN threshold.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Finegand
Every treatment type has strengths and limitations. This filters quickly to the options most relevant to your situation:
If NHS eligibility is your priority
NHS funding only ever covers metal fixed braces, and only for under-18s who meet the IOTN threshold. In Finegand that's delivered through contracted practices via a GP or dentist referral, with a waiting list attached — but the clinical result is no different from going private.
If discretion is your priority
Your realistic options are lingual braces (fully hidden from the front) or clear aligners (close to invisible). Lingual handles more complex cases but costs more and needs specialist fitting; aligners demand consistent daily wear. Ceramic braces sit in between — far less visible than metal, though not hidden.
If budget is your primary concern
On price, metal fixed braces in Finegand are the cheapest private starting point at around £1,500 up, and entry-level aligner systems can compete for mild cases — ceramic and lingual braces sit at the premium end.
If case complexity is high
Complex bite corrections, severe crowding or significant tooth rotation are better matched to a fixed brace — metal, ceramic or lingual. Aligners can stretch to moderate complexity but do have real clinical limits, so a specialist assessment matters more the harder the case.
Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Finegand
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Finegand — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.
- Fixed braces (metal, ceramic or lingual) — the widest case coverage, and the only NHS-funded route for eligible under-18s.
- Clear aligners — removable, discreet, best suited to mild-to-moderate cases with consistent wear.
- Invisalign — the market-leading aligner brand, with the widest case range among aligner systems.
- Full cost breakdown for every option: costs in Finegand.
- NHS eligibility and the referral pathway: NHS orthodontics in Finegand.
Frequently Asked Questions — Treatments 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?
Finegand sits within NHS Tayside for NHS dental commissioning.
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.
Which towns are close to Finegand?
Cray, Spittal of Glenshee, Glenshee Village are within easy reach of Finegand.
What is the cheapest option?
NHS metal braces cost nothing for eligible under-18s. Privately, metal braces from around £1,500 are the entry point, though entry-level aligner systems can compete for mild cases.
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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