Orthodontic practices near Forfar
On our practice register: 3 practices within 5 miles of Forfar, 4 practices within 10 and 58 practices within 20. The closest is FORFAR DENTAL CARE, 0.4 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FORFAR DENTAL CAREForfar | 0.4 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| HIGH STREET DENTAL PRACTICEForfar | 0.4 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| CASTLE STREET DENTALForfar | 0.4 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| KIRRIEMUIR DENTAL PRACTICEKirriemuir | 5.1 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| WHITFIELD DENTAL CAREDundee | 10.4 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| R AND PM THOMSONBrechin | 10.6 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| ESK DENTAL CAREBrechin | 10.9 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| PANMURE DENTAL CAREMonifieth | 10.9 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Forfar with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Forfar, 0.4 miles north; the next are Kirriemuir (5.1 miles north-west) and Dundee (10.4 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Forfar | 3 | 0.4 miles north |
| Kirriemuir | 1 | 5.1 miles north-west |
| Dundee | 14 | 10.4 miles south |
| Brechin | 2 | 10.6 miles north-east |
| Monifieth | 4 | 10.9 miles south |
| Carnoustie | 2 | 11.5 miles south-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Forfar
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Perla Orthodontics in Tayport (4.7 from 13 reviews), 12.0 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Perla OrthodonticsTayport | 4.7 (13 reviews) | 12.0 miles south |
| Oris Dental & Implant StudioMonifieth | 4.6 (87 reviews) | 11.3 miles south |
| Wrights DentalDundee | 4.1 (19 reviews) | 12.0 miles south |
| Kingsway Dental PracticeDundee | 3.2 (14 reviews) | 11.3 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Forfar at a Glance
| Nation | Scotland |
|---|---|
| Council area | Angus |
| NHS dental services | NHS Tayside |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384 |
| Area type (ONS) | Other Urban Areas |
| Deprivation | Around the Scotland average |
| Population | 13,970 |
| Practices within 5 miles | 3 practices, more than 63% of towns in Scotland |
| Access within Angus | 6th closest to an orthodontic practice of 168 places in the county (the county median is 3.5 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.4 miles away, closer than 88% of towns in Scotland |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Dundee Dental Hospital, Dundee — 13 miles |
| Orthodontic practices on record | 3 |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 4 within 10 miles, 58 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 Forfar
Forfar has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: FORFAR DENTAL CARE is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 4 practices, and within 20 there are 58.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Kingsway Dental Practice (11.3 miles) mentions a free consultation; Perla Orthodontics (12 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 1 of the practices around Forfar list clear aligners, the nearest 12 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 Forfar are commissioned by NHS Tayside; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is FORFAR DENTAL CARE, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee, about 13 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Forfar
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Orthodontist in Forfar: This page helps people researching orthodontic treatment in Forfar understand their options before committing to an appointment. The information here applies just as well to nearby parts of Angus. Forfar — a market town with a population of around 13,970 — is covered on this page specifically.
Practice signals around Forfar
Source-linked practice data helps make this page more specific: 3 published orthodontic practices in the database currently link to Forfar or nearby searches; 3 include NHS signals and 0 include private treatment signals. Nearby practice records include CASTLE STREET DENTAL, FORFAR DENTAL CARE, and HIGH STREET DENTAL PRACTICE.
What official data says about Forfar
By ONS classification, Forfar falls under other Urban Areas. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Tayside. With 3 orthodontic practices within five miles, Forfar is better served than 63% of towns in Scotland. National deprivation data puts Forfar close to the Scotland median. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Forfar is about 13 miles from Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee.
Continue your local research
If you are comparing a wider local area, you can also browse nearby orthodontic location pages such as South Whitehills, Caldhame, Gowanbank, Kingsmuir, Lunanhead, and Auchterforfar.
Facts about Forfar
With a population of roughly 13,970, Forfar is a market town within Angus. The nearest other location we cover is South Whitehills, around 1 km to the north-east.
The Orthodontic Journey in Forfar
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Forfar helps you ask the right questions. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention. People from South Whitehills, Gowanbank and Caldhame regularly visit orthodontists in Forfar.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Forfar
3 local orthodontic practices are listed in our database for Forfar. Classified by ONS as other Urban Areas, Forfar sits within NHS Tayside for NHS dental commissioning. Forfar has 3 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 63% of towns in Scotland. National deprivation data puts Forfar close to the Scotland median. The nearest university dental hospital to Forfar is Dundee Dental Hospital, Dundee, about 13 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention. People from South Whitehills, Gowanbank, and Caldhame regularly make use of Forfar's orthodontic practices for starting orthodontic treatment.
Orthodontic Treatments in Forfar
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Forfar can feel overwhelming at first. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms. People from South Whitehills, Gowanbank and Caldhame regularly visit orthodontists in Forfar.
Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Forfar
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Forfar — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Forfar. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Forfar
This part of the page is useful if you want to compare Forfar, Angus with surrounding locations. This page links onward to South Whitehills, Caldhame, Gowanbank, Kingsmuir, Lunanhead, and Auchterforfar for wider comparison.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Forfar
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Forfar often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Forfar?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Forfar is FORFAR DENTAL CARE, about 0.4 miles to the north. The next closest are HIGH STREET DENTAL PRACTICE (0.4 miles) and CASTLE STREET DENTAL (0.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Forfar?
Our register has 3 practices within 5 miles of Forfar, 4 practices within 10 miles and 58 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Forfar?
The nearest practice to Forfar that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is FORFAR DENTAL CARE, about 0.4 miles to the north. Others nearby include HIGH STREET DENTAL PRACTICE (0.4 miles) and CASTLE STREET DENTAL (0.4 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Forfar, Angus?
Beginning with an online photo review is usually quicker than arranging an in-person consultation for an initial opinion.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Forfar, Angus?
Yes. Braces and aligners can be compared more effectively once the case itself has been reviewed.