Orthodontic practices near Fisherford
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Fisherford; 5 practices within 10 and 21 practices within 20. The closest is HUNTLY DENTAL PRACTICE, 9.1 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HUNTLY DENTAL PRACTICEHuntly | 9.1 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| DEVERON DENTALHuntly | 9.2 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Deveron Dental Centre, HuntlyHuntly | 9.3 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (160 reviews) |
| TURIFF DENTAL PRACTICETurriff | 9.4 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| OLDMELDRUM DENTAL PRACTICEOldmeldrum | 9.9 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Blairdaff DentalBograxie | 10.1 miles south | – | – | – | 4.9 (29 reviews) |
| INVERURIE DENTAL CAREInverurie | 10.6 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| GARIOCH DENTAL PRACTICEInverurie | 10.9 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Fisherford with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Huntly, 9.1 miles west; the next are Turriff (9.4 miles north) and Oldmeldrum (9.9 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Huntly | 3 | 9.1 miles west |
| Turriff | 1 | 9.4 miles north |
| Oldmeldrum | 1 | 9.9 miles south-east |
| Bograxie | 1 | 10.1 miles south |
| Inverurie | 4 | 10.6 miles south-east |
| Bridge of Alford | 1 | 13.5 miles south-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Fisherford
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Young Smile Dental Care in Bridge of Alford (4.9 from 319 reviews), 13.5 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Young Smile Dental CareBridge of Alford | 4.9 (319 reviews) | 13.5 miles south-west |
| The Keith Dental HouseKeith | 4.9 (39 reviews) | 17.3 miles north-west |
| Blairdaff DentalBograxie | 4.9 (29 reviews) | 10.1 miles south |
| Deveron Dental Centre, HuntlyHuntly | 4.8 (160 reviews) | 9.3 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Fisherford at a Glance
| Nation | Scotland |
|---|---|
| Council area | Aberdeenshire |
| NHS dental services | NHS Grampian |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384 |
| Area type (ONS) | Accessible Rural |
| Deprivation | Around the Scotland average |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Aberdeenshire | 455th closest to an orthodontic practice of 487 places in the county (the county median is 4.3 miles) |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Aberdeen Dental School, Aberdeen — 24 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | HUNTLY DENTAL PRACTICE, Huntly — 9 miles TURIFF DENTAL PRACTICE, Turriff — 9 miles OLDMELDRUM DENTAL PRACTICE, Oldmeldrum — 10 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 20 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 5 within 10 miles, 21 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 Fisherford
From Fisherford the nearest practice is HUNTLY DENTAL PRACTICE, 9.1 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 are 5 practices, and within 20 there are 21.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Deveron Dental Centre, Huntly (9.3 miles) mentions a free consultation; The Keith Dental House (17.3 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 5 of the practices around Fisherford list clear aligners, the nearest 9.3 miles away.
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 Fisherford are commissioned by NHS Grampian; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is HUNTLY DENTAL PRACTICE, 9.1 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Aberdeen Dental School in Aberdeen, about 24 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Fisherford to HUNTLY DENTAL PRACTICE is roughly 20 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 240 to 470 miles and 7 to 13 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £110 to £210 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 140 to 240 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey.
Orthodontic Treatment In Fisherford
Aberdeenshire12 nearby locationsResearch orthodontic options in Fisherford
Orthodontist in Fisherford: Before booking anything in Fisherford, this page gives a practical overview of treatment types, cost factors, and next steps. It can also help if you are comparing treatment across nearby parts of Aberdeenshire.
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If distance is not a limiting factor, you may also want to browse pages for Logie Newton, Kirkton of Culsalmond, Tocher, Gariochsford, Wells of Ythan, and Balgaveny.
Practice signals around Fisherford
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Fisherford. The nearest we do hold are HUNTLY DENTAL PRACTICE, about 9 miles away; TURIFF DENTAL PRACTICE in Turriff, about 9 miles away; and OLDMELDRUM DENTAL PRACTICE, about 10 miles away.
Fisherford at a glance
Just around 3 km west, Wells of Ythan is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
Area profile for Fisherford
Fisherford is classified as accessible Rural. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Grampian. People in Fisherford usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 9 miles away. Fisherford sits close to the Scotland average for deprivation. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Fisherford is about 24 miles from Aberdeen Dental School in Aberdeen.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Fisherford
The orthodontic landscape in Fisherford offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs.
Treatment Options in Fisherford — Local Context
Not every practice near Fisherford offers the same treatments, so it's worth checking what each one covers. Officially, Fisherford is categorised as accessible Rural. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Grampian. People in Fisherford usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 9 miles away. By national deprivation ranking, Fisherford is roughly mid-table for Scotland. The nearest university dental hospital to Fisherford is Aberdeen Dental School, Aberdeen, about 24 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Fisherford itself. The nearest recorded are HUNTLY DENTAL PRACTICE, about 9 miles away; TURIFF DENTAL PRACTICE in Turriff, about 9 miles away; and OLDMELDRUM DENTAL PRACTICE, about 10 miles away. Straightforward crowding or spacing cases often suit aligners; more involved bite corrections are more often treated with fixed braces.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Fisherford
Many people in Fisherford delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Fisherford — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Fisherford. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Fisherford
This part of the page is useful if you want to compare Fisherford, Aberdeenshire with surrounding locations. You can keep exploring with related pages for Logie Newton, Kirkton of Culsalmond, Tocher, Gariochsford, Wells of Ythan, and Balgaveny.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Fisherford
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Fisherford often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Fisherford?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Fisherford is HUNTLY DENTAL PRACTICE, about 9.1 miles to the west. The next closest are DEVERON DENTAL (9.2 miles) and Deveron Dental Centre, Huntly (9.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Fisherford?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Fisherford, 5 practices within 10 miles and 21 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Huntly, 9.1 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Fisherford?
The nearest practice to Fisherford that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is HUNTLY DENTAL PRACTICE, about 9.1 miles to the west. Others nearby include DEVERON DENTAL (9.2 miles) and Deveron Dental Centre, Huntly (9.3 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Fisherford, Aberdeenshire?
Many patients begin with an online orthodontic assessment so they can understand possible treatment routes before booking an appointment.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Fisherford, Aberdeenshire?
Yes. Comparing the two properly usually means having someone assess your bite and alignment first.