Orthodontic practices near Forth
On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of Forth, 31 practices within 10 and 215 practices within 20. The closest is SHOTTS DENTAL PRACTICE, 4.9 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SHOTTS DENTAL PRACTICEShotts | 4.9 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| STATION DENTAL PRACTICEShotts | 5.4 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| CARLUKE DENTAL STUDIOCarluke | 6.2 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| {MY}DENTISTCarluke | 6.3 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| The Tooth DoctorCarluke | 6.4 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (576 reviews) |
| 61 EAST MAIN STREETWhitburn | 6.7 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| MACAULAY DENTAL PRACTICEWhitburn | 6.7 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| WOODSTOCK DENTALLanark | 7.3 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Forth with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Shotts, 4.9 miles north-west; the next are Carluke (6.2 miles south-west) and Whitburn (6.7 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Shotts | 2 | 4.9 miles north-west |
| Carluke | 3 | 6.2 miles south-west |
| Whitburn | 2 | 6.7 miles north |
| Lanark | 3 | 7.3 miles south-west |
| West Calder | 1 | 7.3 miles north-east |
| Morningside | 1 | 7.4 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Forth
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is The Tooth Doctor in Carluke (4.9 from 576 reviews), 6.4 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Tooth DoctorCarluke | 4.9 (576 reviews) | 6.4 miles south-west |
| Iriston House Dental PracticeBathgate | 4.9 (420 reviews) | 9.2 miles north |
| Bathgate Dental PracticeBathgate | 4.9 (289 reviews) | 9.5 miles north |
| M-Brace OrthodonticsBathgate | 4.7 (77 reviews) | 9.3 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Forth at a Glance
| Nation | Scotland |
|---|---|
| Council area | South Lanarkshire |
| NHS dental services | NHS Lanarkshire |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384 |
| Area type (ONS) | Accessible Rural |
| Deprivation | More deprived than most of Scotland |
| Population | 2,240 |
| Practices within 5 miles | 1 practice |
| Access within South Lanarkshire | 130th closest to an orthodontic practice of 154 places in the county (the county median is 0.9 miles) |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Glasgow Dental Hospital, Glasgow — 23 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | SHOTTS DENTAL PRACTICE, Shotts — 5 miles CARLUKE DENTAL STUDIO, Carluke — 6 miles 61 EAST MAIN STREET, Whitburn — 7 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 31 within 10 miles, 215 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 Forth
The nearest practice to Forth is SHOTTS DENTAL PRACTICE, 4.9 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 31 practices, and within 20 there are 215.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: The Tooth Doctor (6.4 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 3 of the practices around Forth list clear aligners, the nearest 6.4 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Forth are commissioned by NHS Lanarkshire; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is SHOTTS DENTAL PRACTICE, 4.9 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Glasgow Dental Hospital in Glasgow, about 23 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Forth
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Orthodontist in Forth: This page helps people researching orthodontic treatment in Forth understand their options before committing to an appointment. It is a useful starting point whether you search from Forth or another part of South Lanarkshire. Forth — a small village with a population of around 2,240 — is covered on this page specifically.
Practice data for Forth
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Forth. The closest on record are SHOTTS DENTAL PRACTICE, about 5 miles away; CARLUKE DENTAL STUDIO, about 6 miles away; and 61 EAST MAIN STREET in Whitburn, about 7 miles away.
Local context for Forth
Around 2,240 people live in Forth, which is a small village within South Lanarkshire. Heading north-east for around 1 km brings you to Wilsontown, the closest linked location.
The local picture in Forth
ONS classifies Forth as accessible Rural. NHS dental commissioning in Forth falls under NHS Lanarkshire. Forth's deprivation ranking places it in a more deprived band than most of Scotland. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Forth is Glasgow Dental Hospital in Glasgow, about 23 miles away.
Keep exploring nearby
You can carry on your local research by browsing related pages for Wilsontown, Climpy, Greenwall, Stobwood, Greenburn, and Crofthead.
Orthodontic Treatments in Forth
Patients in Forth have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
Treatment Options in Forth — Local Context
How quickly you can be seen, and what's on offer, varies between the practices serving Forth. Forth — accessible Rural by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Lanarkshire for NHS dentistry. Forth falls in a more deprived area than most of Scotland, which can be relevant to NHS orthodontic eligibility. The nearest university dental hospital to Forth is Glasgow Dental Hospital, Glasgow, about 23 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Forth itself. The nearest recorded are SHOTTS DENTAL PRACTICE, about 5 miles away; CARLUKE DENTAL STUDIO, about 6 miles away; and 61 EAST MAIN STREET in Whitburn, about 7 miles away. Straightforward crowding or spacing cases often suit aligners; more involved bite corrections are more often treated with fixed braces.
The Orthodontic Journey in Forth
Orthodontic treatment in Forth is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. Knowing what happens at each step — and roughly how long it takes — removes most of the uncertainty. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Forth
How quickly you can be seen, and what's on offer, varies between the practices serving Forth. Forth's ONS geography type is accessible Rural. NHS dental commissioning in Forth falls under NHS Lanarkshire. Forth's deprivation ranking places it in a more deprived band than most of Scotland. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Forth is about 23 miles from Glasgow Dental Hospital in Glasgow. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Forth. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Forth
For wider local orthodontic research, these links help place Forth, South Lanarkshire within a broader nearby area. This page links onward to Wilsontown, Climpy, Greenwall, Stobwood, Greenburn, and Crofthead for wider comparison.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Forth
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Forth often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Forth?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Forth is SHOTTS DENTAL PRACTICE, about 4.9 miles to the north-west. The next closest are STATION DENTAL PRACTICE (5.4 miles) and CARLUKE DENTAL STUDIO (6.2 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Forth?
Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of Forth, 31 practices within 10 miles and 215 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Forth?
The nearest practice to Forth that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is SHOTTS DENTAL PRACTICE, about 4.9 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include STATION DENTAL PRACTICE (5.4 miles) and CARLUKE DENTAL STUDIO (6.2 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Forth, South Lanarkshire?
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 Forth, South Lanarkshire?
Yes. Once a clinician has reviewed your photos, they can advise which treatment type is more likely to suit your case.