Braces in Fisherrow at a Glance
| Nearest practice listing fixed braces | Orthodontic Lounge Edinburgh, Danderhall — 1.4 miles |
|---|---|
| Nearest practice listing NHS | CAMPBELL & GIBSON DENTAL PRACTICE, Musselburgh — 1 miles; 28 within 10 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Dundee Dental Hospital, Dundee — about 37 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Large Urban Areas |
| Deprivation | Around the Scotland average |
| Access within East Lothian | 31st closest to a practice of 92 places in the county; the county median is 1.7 miles |
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 offering braces near Fisherrow
On our practice register: 57 practices within 5 miles of Fisherrow, 141 practices within 10 and 223 practices within 20. The closest is CAMPBELL & GIBSON DENTAL PRACTICE in Musselburgh, 1.0 miles north-east. Few practices near here mention fixed braces in their published information, so this lists the nearest of any kind.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CAMPBELL & GIBSON DENTAL PRACTICEMusselburgh | 1.0 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| 23 BRIDGE STREETMusselburgh | 1.1 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| 31/33 HIGH STREETMusselburgh | 1.3 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| ORTHODONTIC LOUNGEDanderhall | 1.4 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Orthodontic Lounge EdinburghDanderhall | 1.4 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (79 reviews) |
| THE CRAIGENTINNY DENTAL HEALTH CENTREMusselburgh | 1.7 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Fisherrow with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Musselburgh, 1.0 miles north-east; the next are Danderhall (1.4 miles north-west) and Dalkeith (2.4 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Musselburgh | 7 | 1.0 miles north-east |
| Danderhall | 7 | 1.4 miles north-west |
| Dalkeith | 4 | 2.4 miles south |
| Edinburgh | 7 | 3.8 miles west |
| Loanhead | 1 | 3.8 miles south-west |
| Bonnyrigg | 2 | 4.0 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Fixed braces remain one of the most effective and versatile orthodontic treatments available. Orthodontists serving Fisherrow offer metal, ceramic, lingual and self-ligating appliances to suit different cases and budgets. No removable option quite matches the control a fixed appliance gives the clinician over each tooth. Typical treatment spans roughly one to two years, depending on complexity.
Picking the Right Orthodontist in Fisherrow
Before choosing a Fisherrow practice, check the fee is genuinely all-inclusive — records, adjustments, retainers and emergency visits — and that you're given a written breakdown, not just a headline price.
For complex bites, a specialist practice earns its fee; for simple alignment, a GDP with orthodontic experience is often perfectly appropriate and more competitive on price.
Local Context for Fisherrow
Not every practice near Fisherrow offers the same treatments, so it's worth checking what each one covers. Classified by ONS as large Urban Areas, Fisherrow sits within NHS Lothian for NHS dental commissioning. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (55), Fisherrow has more choice than 93% of towns in Scotland. Fisherrow sits close to the Scotland average for deprivation. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Fisherrow is about 37 miles from Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Fisherrow itself. The nearest we do hold are CAMPBELL & GIBSON DENTAL PRACTICE in Musselburgh, about a mile away; ORTHODONTIC LOUNGE in Danderhall, about a mile away; and BOSCO DENTAL STUDIO in Dalkeith, about 2 miles away. Whether aligners or fixed braces are recommended usually comes down to case complexity rather than personal preference alone.
NHS waiting times in East Lothian are not fixed — they depend on the referring practice and local demand at the time. Private treatment can usually begin within a few weeks of the initial consultation.
Private brace costs in Fisherrow generally sit between £1,500 and £5,500. Many practices offer 0% or low-interest payment plans spread over 12 to 24 months.
NHS Versus Private Orthodontics in Fisherrow
For children and teenagers in Fisherrow who score highly enough on the IOTN scale, NHS braces are provided free of charge — typically metal appliances, delivered under a defined clinical pathway. Adults aged 26 and over who qualify pay 80% of the NHS fee, capped at £384 for a course of treatment. NHS waiting times in East Lothian are not fixed — they depend on the referring practice and local demand at the time.
Going private removes the waiting list and widens the choice of brace type. Expect roughly £1,500–£3,500 for metal in Fisherrow, more for ceramic and lingual — always confirm retainers are included in the quote.
Teeth Problems Treated by Orthodontists in Fisherrow
Orthodontic problems are far more common than most people realise. Patients across Fisherrow seek assessment for everything from mild crowding to complex bite misalignments. A photo assessment can give you an early steer on what you're dealing with.
The Conditions Orthodontists Treat in Fisherrow
The problems below cover the great majority of cases assessed in Fisherrow, from the very common to the more complex.
Teen Orthodontics in Fisherrow
Teenage orthodontics in Fisherrow spans everything from NHS metal braces to Invisalign Teen. It can have a lasting positive impact on confidence, dental health and facial development. Getting the timing and treatment type right makes a real difference to outcomes.
Teen Orthodontics in Fisherrow — Local Context
How long NHS treatment takes to start in East Lothian depends heavily on the individual practice's current caseload. That's a significant period when timing matters.
Jaw Alignment & Bite Issues in Fisherrow
Some bite problems come from the jaws themselves, not just the teeth. Some patients in Fisherrow have jaw discrepancies that can't be corrected by moving teeth alone. A photo assessment can help flag whether specialist referral is worth pursuing.
Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) Disorders
The TMJ joints, one on each side of the face, are what connect the lower jaw to the skull. Signs of TMJ disorder (TMJD) include jaw or facial pain (often worst on waking), clicking or popping when opening or closing the mouth, a limited range of opening, temple headaches, and earache with no infection behind it.
Frequently Asked Questions — Braces in Fisherrow
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Fisherrow?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Fisherrow is CAMPBELL & GIBSON DENTAL PRACTICE in Musselburgh, about 1.0 miles to the north-east. The next closest are 23 BRIDGE STREET (1.1 miles) and 31/33 HIGH STREET (1.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Fisherrow?
Our register has 57 practices within 5 miles of Fisherrow, 141 practices within 10 miles and 223 practices within 20 miles.
Where can I get braces near Fisherrow?
The nearest practice to Fisherrow that mentions fixed braces is Orthodontic Lounge Edinburgh in Danderhall, about 1.4 miles to the north-west.
Who commissions NHS dentistry in Fisherrow?
Fisherrow sits within NHS Lothian for NHS dental commissioning.
What kind of area is Fisherrow?
ONS classifies Fisherrow as large Urban Areas.
How deprived is Fisherrow compared with the rest of Scotland?
By the national deprivation index, Fisherrow 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 Fisherrow?
Nearby towns include Joppa, Musselburgh, Stoneybank.
Will I need retainers after braces?
Yes, always — without a retainer teeth drift back toward their old position. Retainers go in the same day the brace comes off, typically a bonded wire behind the front teeth plus a removable tray for nights.
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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