Orthodontic practices near Firth
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Firth; 1 practice within 10 and 1 practice within 20. The closest is BRAE DENTAL CLINIC, 6.7 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BRAE DENTAL CLINICBrae | 6.7 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| 4 MARKET STREETLerwick | 20.4 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Firth with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Brae, 6.7 miles south-west; the next are Lerwick (20.4 miles south).
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Firth at a Glance
| Nation | Scotland |
|---|---|
| Council area | Shetland Islands |
| NHS dental services | NHS Shetland |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384 |
| Area type (ONS) | Remote Rural |
| Deprivation | Around the Scotland average |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Shetland Islands | 50th closest to an orthodontic practice of 218 places in the county (the county median is 10.3 miles) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | BRAE DENTAL CLINIC, Brae — 7 miles 4 MARKET STREET, Lerwick — 20 miles DAISYBANK CLINIC, Kirkwall — 118 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 15 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 1 within 10 miles, 1 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 Firth
From Firth the nearest practice is BRAE DENTAL CLINIC, 6.7 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. Within 10 miles there is 1 practice, and within 20 there is 1.
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 Firth are commissioned by NHS Shetland, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is BRAE DENTAL CLINIC, 6.7 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Firth to BRAE DENTAL CLINIC is roughly 15 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 170 to 350 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £75 to £160 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 100 to 170 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey.
Orthodontic Treatment In Firth
Shetland Islands12 nearby locationsResearch orthodontic options in Firth
Orthodontist in Firth: If your search for orthodontic treatment in Firth keeps returning generic directory listings, this page is meant to be more useful. It can also help if you are comparing treatment across nearby parts of Shetland Islands.
Where Firth sits locally
Heading north-east for around 2 km brings you to Mossbank, the closest linked location.
The local picture in Firth
Firth is classified as remote Rural, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Shetland. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Firth; the nearest is about 7 miles away. Firth's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with Scotland as a whole.
Local treatment availability around Firth
There is no orthodontist on our records in Firth itself. The closest on record are BRAE DENTAL CLINIC, about 7 miles away; 4 MARKET STREET in Lerwick, about 20 miles away; and DAISYBANK CLINIC in Kirkwall, about 118 miles away.
More local pages to browse
Pages for Mossbank, Collafirth, Graven, Crooksetter, Sella Ness, and Ulsta follow the same format and can help with wider comparisons.
The Orthodontic Journey in Firth
Starting orthodontic treatment in Firth can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Firth
Orthodontic practices in and around Firth vary in the treatments and appointment types they offer. Firth is classified as remote Rural, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Shetland. People in Firth usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 7 miles away. Firth's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with Scotland as a whole. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
All Orthodontic Options in Firth Explained
Patients in Firth have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
Treatment Options in Firth — Local Context
Appointment availability and the range of treatments on offer both vary practice to practice around Firth. Firth — remote Rural by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Shetland for NHS dentistry. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Firth; the nearest is about 7 miles away. Firth's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with Scotland as a whole. There is no orthodontist on our records in Firth itself. The closest on record are BRAE DENTAL CLINIC, about 7 miles away; 4 MARKET STREET in Lerwick, about 20 miles away; and DAISYBANK CLINIC in Kirkwall, about 118 miles away. Whether aligners or fixed braces are recommended usually comes down to case complexity rather than personal preference alone.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Firth. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Firth
This part of the page is useful if you want to compare Firth, Shetland Islands with surrounding locations. The nearby links also make it easier to compare places such as Mossbank, Collafirth, Graven, Crooksetter, Sella Ness, and Ulsta.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Firth
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Firth often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Firth?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Firth is BRAE DENTAL CLINIC, about 6.7 miles to the south-west. The next closest are 4 MARKET STREET (20.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Firth?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Firth, 1 practice within 10 miles and 1 practice within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Brae, 6.7 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Firth?
The nearest practice to Firth that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is BRAE DENTAL CLINIC, about 6.7 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include 4 MARKET STREET (20.4 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Firth, Shetland Islands?
For many patients, the simplest way to begin is with a remote assessment that helps clarify likely next steps.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Firth, Shetland Islands?
Yes. A review of your photos and concerns can help show whether braces or clear aligners may be the better route.