Orthodontic practices near Fordoun
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Fordoun; 4 practices within 10 and 25 practices within 20. The closest is ARDUTHIE DENTAL PRACTICE in Stonehaven, 9.1 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ARDUTHIE DENTAL PRACTICEStonehaven | 9.1 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| MARKET SQUARE DENTAL PRACTICEStonehaven | 9.5 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| STONEHAVEN DENTAL PRACTICEStonehaven | 9.5 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| C. A. GARDENStonehaven | 9.6 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| LINKS LODGE DENTAL PRACTICEMontrose | 11.7 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| HIGH STREET DENTAL CENTREMontrose | 11.7 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| 53 JOHN STREETMontrose | 11.7 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| FOUNTAIN DENTAL GROUP-BANCHORYBanchory | 12.2 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Fordoun with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Stonehaven, 9.1 miles north-east; the next are Montrose (11.7 miles south) and Banchory (12.2 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Stonehaven | 4 | 9.1 miles north-east |
| Montrose | 3 | 11.7 miles south |
| Banchory | 2 | 12.2 miles north |
| Brechin | 2 | 13.9 miles south-west |
| Peterculter | 1 | 15.8 miles north |
| Portlethen | 1 | 16.4 miles north-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Fordoun
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Portlethen Dental Care (4.9 from 517 reviews), 16.4 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Portlethen Dental CarePortlethen | 4.9 (517 reviews) | 16.4 miles north-east |
| Cove Dental & Implant Centre | Private & Nhs Dentist AberdeenAberdeen | 4.1 (88 reviews) | 19.7 miles north-east |
| Abercrombie Smile Design and Abercrombie OrthodonticsWesthill | 4.1 (41 reviews) | 19.5 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Fordoun 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 | Less deprived than most of Scotland |
| 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 — 22 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | ARDUTHIE DENTAL PRACTICE, Stonehaven — 9 miles LINKS LODGE DENTAL PRACTICE, Montrose — 12 miles FOUNTAIN DENTAL GROUP-BANCHORY, Banchory — 12 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 | 4 within 10 miles, 25 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 Fordoun
The nearest practice to Fordoun is ARDUTHIE DENTAL PRACTICE in Stonehaven, 9.1 miles away. Treatment usually needs a visit every six to ten weeks, so it is worth choosing a practice whose journey you can sustain and asking how many appointments can be combined. Within 10 miles there are 4 practices, and within 20 there are 25.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: 4 of the practices around Fordoun list clear aligners, the nearest 16.4 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 Fordoun are commissioned by NHS Grampian; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is ARDUTHIE DENTAL PRACTICE in Stonehaven, 9.1 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Aberdeen Dental School in Aberdeen, about 22 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Fordoun to ARDUTHIE 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 Fordoun
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Orthodontist in Fordoun: This page is built to support early-stage orthodontic research for people looking at treatment options in Fordoun. It is also useful for patients researching treatment across Aberdeenshire and the surrounding area.
What we know about practices near Fordoun
There is no orthodontist on our records in Fordoun itself. The closest on record are ARDUTHIE DENTAL PRACTICE in Stonehaven, about 9 miles away; LINKS LODGE DENTAL PRACTICE in Montrose, about 12 miles away; and FOUNTAIN DENTAL GROUP-BANCHORY, about 12 miles away.
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If you want to compare surrounding areas as well as this one, pages such as Auchenblae, Glenbervie, Mondynes, Garvock, Haulkerton, and Drumlithie may also help.
Local snapshot of Fordoun
Just around 3 km north-west, Auchenblae is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
Area profile for Fordoun
Fordoun is classified as accessible Rural, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Grampian. Fordoun has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 9 miles away. National deprivation data ranks Fordoun among Scotland's less deprived areas. The nearest university dental hospital to Fordoun is Aberdeen Dental School, Aberdeen, about 22 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Fordoun
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Fordoun can feel overwhelming at first. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.
Treatment Options in Fordoun — Local Context
How quickly you can be seen, and what's on offer, varies between the practices serving Fordoun. Classified by ONS as accessible Rural, Fordoun sits within NHS Grampian for NHS dental commissioning. Fordoun has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 9 miles away. Fordoun's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of Scotland. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Fordoun is Aberdeen Dental School in Aberdeen, about 22 miles away. There is no orthodontist on our records in Fordoun itself. The closest on record are ARDUTHIE DENTAL PRACTICE in Stonehaven, about 9 miles away; LINKS LODGE DENTAL PRACTICE in Montrose, about 12 miles away; and FOUNTAIN DENTAL GROUP-BANCHORY, about 12 miles away. Mild-to-moderate crowding or spacing is often suitable for clear aligners, while more complex cases are more commonly recommended fixed braces.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Fordoun
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Fordoun helps you ask the right questions. Knowing what happens at each step — and roughly how long it takes — removes most of the uncertainty. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.
From First Photo to Finished Smile in Fordoun
Every case in Fordoun follows broadly the same arc; knowing the stages in advance makes the whole thing feel far more manageable.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Fordoun. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Fordoun
This section is aimed at people whose search for treatment isn't limited to Fordoun, Aberdeenshire alone. You can also browse nearby location pages including Auchenblae, Glenbervie, Mondynes, Garvock, Haulkerton, and Drumlithie.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Fordoun
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Fordoun often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Fordoun?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Fordoun is ARDUTHIE DENTAL PRACTICE in Stonehaven, about 9.1 miles to the north-east. The next closest are MARKET SQUARE DENTAL PRACTICE (9.5 miles) and STONEHAVEN DENTAL PRACTICE (9.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Fordoun?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Fordoun, 4 practices within 10 miles and 25 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Stonehaven, 9.1 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Fordoun?
The nearest practice to Fordoun that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is ARDUTHIE DENTAL PRACTICE in Stonehaven, about 9.1 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include MARKET SQUARE DENTAL PRACTICE (9.5 miles) and STONEHAVEN DENTAL PRACTICE (9.5 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Fordoun, Aberdeenshire?
A practical first step is to upload guided photos online so a clinician can review your teeth, bite, and alignment concerns before you arrange a visit.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Fordoun, Aberdeenshire?
Yes. A clinician-reviewed assessment can help you understand whether fixed braces or clear aligners may be more suitable based on the movements required and your treatment goals.