Orthodontic practices near Glenrothes
On our practice register: 10 practices within 5 miles of Glenrothes, 26 practices within 10 and 222 practices within 20. The closest is NORTH STREET DENTAL PRACTICE in Glenrothes, 0.3 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NORTH STREET DENTAL PRACTICEGlenrothes | 0.3 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Saltire Dental Practice LtdGlenrothes | 0.8 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.4 (115 reviews) |
| Balbirnie Oral Care LtdGlenrothes | 0.9 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | 4.6 (11 reviews) |
| BALBIRNIE ORAL CARE LTDMarkinch | 0.9 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| SALTIRE DENTAL PRACTICEGlenrothes | 0.9 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| BUPA DENTAL CAREThornton | 1.3 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| PUBLIC DENTAL SERVICECoaltown of Balgonie | 1.5 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| LESLIE MEADOWS DENTAL CARELeslie | 1.9 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Glenrothes with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Glenrothes, 0.3 miles south; the next are Markinch (0.9 miles south-east) and Thornton (1.3 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Glenrothes | 4 | 0.3 miles south |
| Markinch | 1 | 0.9 miles south-east |
| Thornton | 1 | 1.3 miles south |
| Coaltown of Balgonie | 1 | 1.5 miles south-east |
| Leslie | 1 | 1.9 miles west |
| Kirkcaldy | 6 | 4.9 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Glenrothes
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is International Smiles in Burntisland (5.0 from 29 reviews), 10.2 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| International SmilesBurntisland | 5.0 (29 reviews) | 10.2 miles south |
| Kelty Dental PracticeKelty | 4.9 (282 reviews) | 9.3 miles south-west |
| Breeze Family Dental Care (Cardenden)Cardenden | 4.9 (82 reviews) | 5.1 miles south-west |
| Balbirnie Oral Care LtdGlenrothes | 4.6 (11 reviews) | 0.9 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Glenrothes at a Glance
| Nation | Scotland |
|---|---|
| Council area | Fife |
| NHS dental services | NHS Fife |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384 |
| Area type (ONS) | Other Urban Areas |
| Deprivation | More deprived than most of Scotland |
| Population | 38,360 |
| Practices within 5 miles | 9 practices, more than 76% of towns in Scotland |
| Access within Fife | 30th closest to an orthodontic practice of 229 places in the county (the county median is 1.5 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.3 miles away, closer than 90% of towns in Scotland |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Dundee Dental Hospital, Dundee — 19 miles |
| Orthodontic practices on record | 4 |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 26 within 10 miles, 222 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 Glenrothes
The nearest practice to Glenrothes is NORTH STREET DENTAL PRACTICE in Glenrothes, under a mile away, close enough that the many short appointments in a course of treatment are rarely a burden. Within 10 miles there are 26 practices, and within 20 there are 222.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: 1 of the practices around Glenrothes list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile 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 Glenrothes are commissioned by NHS Fife; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is NORTH STREET DENTAL PRACTICE in Glenrothes, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee, about 19 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Glenrothes
Fife12 nearby locationsLocal orthodontic treatment in Glenrothes
Orthodontist in Glenrothes: If you are comparing teeth straightening options in Glenrothes, this page brings together treatment guidance, local browsing links, and clear next-step information. It can also help if you are comparing treatment across nearby parts of Fife. Glenrothes — a large town with a population of around 38,360 — is covered on this page specifically.
Practice data for Glenrothes
Source-linked practice data helps make this page more specific: 4 published orthodontic practices in the database currently link to Glenrothes or nearby searches; 1 mention clear aligners or Invisalign; 4 include NHS signals and 2 include private treatment signals; 1 mention finance or monthly payment options; access-related signals include parking from 1, wheelchair access from 1, and evening or weekend availability from 0. Nearby practice records include Balbirnie Oral Care Ltd, Saltire Dental Practice Ltd, NORTH STREET DENTAL PRACTICE, and SALTIRE DENTAL PRACTICE.
A quick look at Glenrothes
Glenrothes has a population of around 38,360, making it a large town within Fife. The nearest other location we cover is Queensway, under 1 km to the north.
What official data says about Glenrothes
By ONS classification, Glenrothes falls under other Urban Areas. NHS Fife is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Glenrothes. Glenrothes has 9 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 76% of towns in Scotland. Glenrothes's deprivation ranking places it in a more deprived band than most of Scotland. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Glenrothes is about 19 miles from Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee.
More local pages to browse
You can also compare treatment pages for Queensway, Auchmuty, Cadham, Pitcoudie, Balfarg, and Forester's Lodge if you are weighing up more than one location.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Glenrothes
The orthodontic landscape in Glenrothes offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side. People from Queensway, Auchmuty and Cadham regularly visit orthodontists in Glenrothes.
Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Glenrothes
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Glenrothes — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Glenrothes
Many people in Glenrothes 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. People from Queensway, Auchmuty and Cadham regularly visit orthodontists in Glenrothes.
From First Photo to Finished Smile in Glenrothes
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Glenrothes — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Glenrothes. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Glenrothes
This part of the page places Glenrothes, Fife in context alongside the towns and areas around it. For a broader comparison, pages for Queensway, Auchmuty, Cadham, Pitcoudie, Balfarg, and Forester's Lodge follow the same format.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Glenrothes
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Glenrothes often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Glenrothes?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Glenrothes is NORTH STREET DENTAL PRACTICE in Glenrothes, about 0.3 miles to the south. The next closest are Saltire Dental Practice Ltd (0.8 miles) and Balbirnie Oral Care Ltd (0.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Glenrothes?
Our register has 10 practices within 5 miles of Glenrothes, 26 practices within 10 miles and 222 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Glenrothes?
The nearest practice to Glenrothes that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is NORTH STREET DENTAL PRACTICE in Glenrothes, about 0.3 miles to the south. Others nearby include Saltire Dental Practice Ltd (0.8 miles) and Balbirnie Oral Care Ltd (0.9 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Glenrothes, Fife?
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 Glenrothes, Fife?
Yes. Comparing the two properly usually means having someone assess your bite and alignment first.