Orthodontic practices near Friockheim
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Friockheim; 14 practices within 10 and 55 practices within 20. The closest is NO 80 DENTAL PRACTICE in Arbroath, 6.3 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NO 80 DENTAL PRACTICEArbroath | 6.3 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| R AND PM THOMSONBrechin | 6.3 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| 30 KEPTIE STREETArbroath | 6.4 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| ESK DENTAL CAREBrechin | 6.4 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| IAN ROBERTSON DENTAL CAREArbroath | 6.5 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| 121 HIGH STREETArbroath | 6.5 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| HIGH STREET DENTAL PRACTICEForfar | 8.1 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| FORFAR DENTAL CAREForfar | 8.3 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Friockheim with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Arbroath, 6.3 miles south-east; the next are Brechin (6.3 miles north) and Forfar (8.1 miles west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Arbroath | 4 | 6.3 miles south-east |
| Brechin | 2 | 6.3 miles north |
| Forfar | 3 | 8.1 miles west |
| Montrose | 3 | 9.2 miles north-east |
| Carnoustie | 2 | 9.8 miles south |
| Monifieth | 4 | 12.3 miles south-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Friockheim
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), 14.4 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Perla OrthodonticsTayport | 4.7 (13 reviews) | 14.4 miles south-west |
| Oris Dental & Implant StudioMonifieth | 4.6 (87 reviews) | 12.3 miles south-west |
| Kingsway Dental PracticeDundee | 3.2 (14 reviews) | 15.2 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Friockheim 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) | Accessible Rural |
| Deprivation | Around the Scotland average |
| Population | 1,010 |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Angus | 143rd closest to an orthodontic practice of 168 places in the county (the county median is 3.5 miles) |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Dundee Dental Hospital, Dundee — 17 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | NO 80 DENTAL PRACTICE, Arbroath — 6 miles R AND PM THOMSON, Brechin — 6 miles HIGH STREET DENTAL PRACTICE, Forfar — 8 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 | 14 within 10 miles, 55 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 Friockheim
The nearest practice to Friockheim is NO 80 DENTAL PRACTICE in Arbroath, 6.3 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 14 practices, and within 20 there are 55.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Perla Orthodontics (14.4 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 1 of the practices around Friockheim list clear aligners, the nearest 14.4 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 Friockheim are commissioned by NHS Tayside; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is NO 80 DENTAL PRACTICE in Arbroath, 6.3 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee, about 17 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Friockheim to NO 80 DENTAL PRACTICE 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 160 to 330 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £70 to £150 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 100 to 160 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey.
Orthodontic Treatment In Friockheim
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If you are looking for an orthodontist in Friockheim, this page is designed to help you compare braces, clear aligners, and online assessment options before arranging a visit. It also gives context for people comparing options from other towns in Angus. Friockheim — a small village with a population of around 1,010 — is covered on this page specifically.
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For a broader view, related location pages cover Leysmill, Kinnell, Guthrie, Colliston, Ardovie, and Boysack as well as this one.
Practice data for Friockheim
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Friockheim itself. The closest on record are NO 80 DENTAL PRACTICE in Arbroath, about 6 miles away; R AND PM THOMSON in Brechin, about 6 miles away; and HIGH STREET DENTAL PRACTICE in Forfar, about 8 miles away.
What official data says about Friockheim
Friockheim — accessible Rural by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Tayside for NHS dentistry. Friockheim has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 6 miles away. By national deprivation ranking, Friockheim is roughly mid-table for Scotland. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Friockheim is about 17 miles from Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee.
Facts about Friockheim
With a population of roughly 1,010, Friockheim is a small village within Angus. Heading east for around 2 km brings you to Kinnell, the closest linked location.
Orthodontic Treatments in Friockheim
The orthodontic landscape in Friockheim offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs.
Which Treatment Is Right for You?
Start with a consultation — most orthodontists in Friockheim offer a free or low-cost initial assessment. Avoid choosing treatment based on advertising before understanding what your teeth actually need. If discretion is your top priority, aligners or ceramic/lingual braces are the shortlist. If budget is primary and you meet NHS criteria, metal braces deliver excellent outcomes at minimal cost.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Friockheim
Many people in Friockheim delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. 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.
Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
Treatment in Friockheim 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 Friockheim. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Friockheim
These local links are here for anyone comparing Friockheim, Angus against nearby alternatives. You can continue your local browsing with nearby places including Leysmill, Kinnell, Guthrie, Colliston, Ardovie, and Boysack.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Friockheim
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Friockheim often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Friockheim?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Friockheim is NO 80 DENTAL PRACTICE in Arbroath, about 6.3 miles to the south-east. The next closest are R AND PM THOMSON (6.3 miles) and 30 KEPTIE STREET (6.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Friockheim?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Friockheim, 14 practices within 10 miles and 55 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Arbroath, 6.3 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Friockheim?
The nearest practice to Friockheim that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is NO 80 DENTAL PRACTICE in Arbroath, about 6.3 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include R AND PM THOMSON (6.3 miles) and 30 KEPTIE STREET (6.4 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Friockheim, Angus?
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 Friockheim, Angus?
Yes. Once a clinician has reviewed your photos, they can advise which treatment type is more likely to suit your case.