Orthodontic practices near Gills
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of Gills; 5 practices within 20. The closest is WICK DENTAL PRACTICE, 12.8 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WICK DENTAL PRACTICEWick | 12.8 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| BRIDGEND HEALTH CARE CENTREThurso | 13.0 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| ORMLIE HILL DENTAL CLINICThurso | 13.7 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| DUNBAR DENTAL CLINICThurso | 13.8 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| THE BRIDGES DENTAL CLINICWick | 14.0 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| ORKNEY DENTALStromness | 22.9 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| THE BALFOURKirkwall | 24.2 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| ORKNEY DENTALKirkwall | 24.7 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Gills with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Wick, 12.8 miles south; the next are Thurso (13.0 miles west) and Stromness (22.9 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Wick | 2 | 12.8 miles south |
| Thurso | 3 | 13.0 miles west |
| Stromness | 1 | 22.9 miles north |
| Kirkwall | 4 | 24.2 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Gills at a Glance
| Nation | Scotland |
|---|---|
| Council area | Highland |
| NHS dental services | NHS Highland |
| 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 Highland | 758th closest to an orthodontic practice of 1,220 places in the county (the county median is 9.2 miles) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | WICK DENTAL PRACTICE, Wick — 13 miles BRIDGEND HEALTH CARE CENTRE, Thurso — 13 miles ORKNEY DENTAL, Stromness — 23 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 30 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 0 within 10 miles, 5 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 Gills
The nearest practice to Gills is WICK DENTAL PRACTICE, 12.8 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. 5 practices are within 20 miles.
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 Gills are commissioned by NHS Highland, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is WICK DENTAL PRACTICE, 12.8 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Gills to WICK DENTAL PRACTICE is roughly 30 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 330 to 670 miles and 10 to 20 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £150 to £300 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 200 to 330 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey.
Orthodontic Treatment In Gills
Highland12 nearby locationsBraces and aligner options in Gills
If you are looking for an orthodontist in Gills, 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 Highland.
Gills in numbers
The nearest other location we cover is Warse, around 2 km to the south-east.
Local orthodontic signals in Gills
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Gills itself. The nearest we do hold are WICK DENTAL PRACTICE, about 13 miles away; BRIDGEND HEALTH CARE CENTRE in Thurso, about 13 miles away; and ORKNEY DENTAL in Stromness, about 23 miles away.
Compare nearby areas
Related pages for Warse, Brabstermire, East Mey, West Canisbay, Canisbay, and East Canisbay are worth a look if you want to widen your search beyond this area.
What official data says about Gills
Gills — remote Rural by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Highland for NHS dentistry. Gills has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 13 miles away. Gills sits close to the Scotland average for deprivation.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Gills
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Gills helps you ask the right questions. Knowing what happens at each step — and roughly how long it takes — removes most of the uncertainty. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
From First Photo to Finished Smile in Gills
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Gills — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Gills
Patients in Gills have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Gills
No single treatment wins on every measure — this narrows things down to what matters most for your situation:
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Gills. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Gills
This page supports early-stage orthodontic research for people exploring treatment in Gills, Highland. The nearby links also make it easier to compare places such as Warse, Brabstermire, East Mey, West Canisbay, Canisbay, and East Canisbay.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Gills
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Gills often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Gills?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Gills is WICK DENTAL PRACTICE, about 12.8 miles to the south. The next closest are BRIDGEND HEALTH CARE CENTRE (13.0 miles) and ORMLIE HILL DENTAL CLINIC (13.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Gills?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Gills, 0 practices within 10 miles and 5 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Wick, 12.8 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Gills?
The nearest practice to Gills that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is WICK DENTAL PRACTICE, about 12.8 miles to the south. Others nearby include BRIDGEND HEALTH CARE CENTRE (13.0 miles) and ORMLIE HILL DENTAL CLINIC (13.7 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Gills, Highland?
A guided photo assessment is often the easiest starting point because it helps move broad research into something more specific.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Gills, Highland?
Yes. Comparing the two properly usually means having someone assess your bite and alignment first.