Orthodontic practices near Foss
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Foss; 2 practices within 10 and 3 practices within 20. The closest is ANDERSON DENTISTRY in Aberfeldy, 7.0 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ANDERSON DENTISTRYAberfeldy | 7.0 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| INFINITYBLU DENTAL CAREPitlochry | 9.3 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| INFINITYBLU DENTAL PRACTICEDunkeld | 17.6 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| INFINITYBLU DENTAL CARE & IMPLANT CLINICKillin | 20.6 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| SPRING GROVE CLINICComrie | 22.5 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| INFINITYBLU DENTAL CARECrieff | 22.9 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Care DentalCrieff | 23.1 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (283 reviews) |
| 64 HIGH STREETBlairgowrie and Rattray | 25.4 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Foss with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Aberfeldy, 7.0 miles south-east; the next are Pitlochry (9.3 miles east) and Dunkeld (17.6 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Aberfeldy | 1 | 7.0 miles south-east |
| Pitlochry | 1 | 9.3 miles east |
| Dunkeld | 1 | 17.6 miles south-east |
| Killin | 1 | 20.6 miles south-west |
| Comrie | 1 | 22.5 miles south |
| Crieff | 2 | 22.9 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Foss at a Glance
| Nation | Scotland |
|---|---|
| Council area | Perth and Kinross |
| NHS dental services | NHS Tayside |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384 |
| Area type (ONS) | Remote Rural |
| Deprivation | Around the Scotland average |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Perth and Kinross | 233rd closest to an orthodontic practice of 278 places in the county (the county median is 3.9 miles) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | ANDERSON DENTISTRY, Aberfeldy — 7 miles INFINITYBLU DENTAL CARE, Pitlochry — 9 miles INFINITYBLU DENTAL PRACTICE, Dunkeld — 18 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 15 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 2 within 10 miles, 3 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 Foss
The nearest practice to Foss is ANDERSON DENTISTRY in Aberfeldy, 7 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 2 practices, and within 20 there are 3.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Cherrybank Dental Spa (29.4 miles) mentions remote consultations, and 4 of the practices around Foss list clear aligners, the nearest 23.1 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Foss are commissioned by NHS Tayside, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is ANDERSON DENTISTRY in Aberfeldy, 7 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Foss to ANDERSON DENTISTRY is roughly 15 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 180 to 360 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £80 to £160 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 110 to 180 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey.
Orthodontic Treatment In Foss
Perth and Kinross12 nearby locationsBraces and aligner options in Foss
Orthodontist in Foss: This page is built to support early-stage orthodontic research for people looking at treatment options in Foss. It is relevant to searches focused on both Foss and the wider Perth and Kinross area.
What official data says about Foss
By ONS classification, Foss falls under remote Rural. NHS dental commissioning in Foss falls under NHS Tayside. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Foss; the nearest is about 7 miles away. National deprivation data puts Foss close to the Scotland median.
What local practice data suggests in Foss
There is no orthodontist on our records in Foss itself. The nearest we do hold are ANDERSON DENTISTRY in Aberfeldy, about 7 miles away; INFINITYBLU DENTAL CARE in Pitlochry, about 9 miles away; and INFINITYBLU DENTAL PRACTICE in Dunkeld, about 18 miles away.
Where Foss sits locally
Heading north-west for around 3 km brings you to Tummel Bridge, the closest linked location.
Widen your local search
You can continue browsing related location pages including Tummel Bridge, Easter Bohespie, Strathtummel, White Bridge, Old Struan, and Calvine if you want to compare orthodontic options across a wider local area.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Foss
The orthodontic landscape in Foss offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. The best treatment isn't the most expensive or the most discreet — it's the one that matches your case, lifestyle and budget. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.
Treatment Options in Foss — Local Context
Orthodontic practices in and around Foss vary in the treatments and appointment types they offer. Officially, Foss is categorised as remote Rural. NHS Tayside is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Foss. Foss has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 7 miles away. National deprivation data puts Foss close to the Scotland median. No orthodontic practice is recorded in Foss. The nearest recorded are ANDERSON DENTISTRY in Aberfeldy, about 7 miles away; INFINITYBLU DENTAL CARE in Pitlochry, about 9 miles away; and INFINITYBLU DENTAL PRACTICE in Dunkeld, about 18 miles away. Straightforward crowding or spacing cases often suit aligners; more involved bite corrections are more often treated with fixed braces.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Foss
Orthodontic treatment in Foss is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. 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.
From First Photo to Finished Smile in Foss
Treatment in Foss runs through a predictable sequence of stages, set out below so you know what's coming.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Foss. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Foss
This section helps connect Foss, Perth and Kinross to the wider local area for people comparing treatment options. If you're still deciding, related pages for Tummel Bridge, Easter Bohespie, Strathtummel, White Bridge, Old Struan, and Calvine may help.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Foss
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Foss often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Foss?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Foss is ANDERSON DENTISTRY in Aberfeldy, about 7.0 miles to the south-east. The next closest are INFINITYBLU DENTAL CARE (9.3 miles) and INFINITYBLU DENTAL PRACTICE (17.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Foss?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Foss, 2 practices within 10 miles and 3 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Aberfeldy, 7.0 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Foss?
The nearest practice to Foss that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is ANDERSON DENTISTRY in Aberfeldy, about 7.0 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include INFINITYBLU DENTAL CARE (9.3 miles) and INFINITYBLU DENTAL PRACTICE (17.6 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Foss, Perth and Kinross?
For many patients, the simplest way to begin is with a remote assessment that helps clarify likely next steps.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Foss, Perth and Kinross?
Yes. Braces and aligners can be compared more effectively once the case itself has been reviewed.