Costs in Granton at a Glance
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384 |
|---|---|
| Deprivation | More deprived than most of Scotland |
| Nearest practice listing private treatment | Ocean Orthodontic Clinic, Edinburgh — 1.9 miles; 6 within 10 miles |
| Nearest practice listing payment plans | Edinburgh Dental Studio, Edinburgh — 2.1 miles |
| Practices on our register | 105 within 5 miles, 154 within 10, 245 within 20 |
| Area type (ONS) | Large Urban Areas |
| Access within City of Edinburgh | 70th closest to a practice of 118 places in the county; the county median is 0.4 miles |
Sources: Census 2021 (NOMIS), DfE Get Information About Schools, ONS geography, UK NHS dental charge schedules and our orthodontic practice register. Distances are straight-line.
Practices near Granton that list payment plans
On our practice register: 105 practices within 5 miles of Granton, 154 practices within 10 and 245 practices within 20. The closest is WEST GRANTON DENTAL CARE in Edinburgh, 0.5 miles west. The nearest that mentions finance or monthly payments is Edinburgh Dental Studio, 2.1 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Finance | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WEST GRANTON DENTAL CAREEdinburgh | 0.5 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| THE TRINITY DENTISTEdinburgh | 0.6 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| 4 INVERLEITH GARDENSEdinburgh | 1.0 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| 25 INVERLEITH ROWEdinburgh | 1.3 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| 3 COMELY BANKEdinburgh | 1.5 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| 4 HOWARD PLACEEdinburgh | 1.6 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Granton with practices listing payment plans
The closest town with practices listing payment plans is Edinburgh, 0.5 miles west; the next are Davidsons Mains (2.0 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Edinburgh | 29 | 0.5 miles west |
| Davidsons Mains | 1 | 2.0 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 Granton
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is The Row Dental Edinburgh (5.0 from 346 reviews), 2.2 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Row Dental EdinburghEdinburgh | 5.0 (346 reviews) | 2.2 miles south-east |
| Edinburgh Dental StudioEdinburgh | 5.0 (242 reviews) | 2.1 miles south |
| Ocean Orthodontic ClinicEdinburgh | 4.9 (238 reviews) | 1.9 miles east |
| Cherrybank Dental SpaEdinburgh | 4.8 (419 reviews) | 2.2 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
What a course costs from Granton, travel included
The fees are typical UK private prices. Travel is added for the journey to WEST GRANTON DENTAL CARE, the nearest practice on our register (under a mile away, about 0.7 miles by road), at the 45p a mile HMRC rate for every visit there and back.
| Treatment | Typical fee | Visits | Travel | Total from here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Metal braces | £1,500 to £3,500 | 10 to 20 | £5 to £10 | £1,505 to £3,510 |
| Ceramic braces | £2,000 to £4,500 | 10 to 20 | £5 to £10 | £2,005 to £4,510 |
| Lingual braces | £4,000 to £8,000 | 10 to 20 | £5 to £10 | £4,005 to £8,010 |
| Clear aligners | £1,500 to £5,500 | 6 to 10 | under £10 | £1,500 to £5,500 |
| Invisalign | £2,500 to £5,500 | 6 to 10 | under £10 | £2,500 to £5,500 |
Estimates. Fees vary by practice and case, so ask what each quote includes (retainers, refinements, emergency visits). NHS treatment for eligible under-18s is free.
What affects cost near Granton
| Cost factor | Look for | Nearest listing it | Next nearest | Within 20 miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Free first appointment | a free consultation | Edinburgh Dental Studio (2.1 miles) | Scottish Orthodontics Carluke (2.1 miles) | 2 |
| Monthly payments | payment plans | Edinburgh Dental Studio (2.1 miles) | none other | 1 |
| NHS treatment | NHS orthodontics | WEST GRANTON DENTAL CARE, Edinburgh (under a mile) | THE TRINITY DENTIST (under a mile); 4 INVERLEITH GARDENS (1 miles) | 28 |
| Private treatment | private fees | Ocean Orthodontic Clinic, Edinburgh (1.9 miles) | Edinburgh Dental Studio (2.1 miles); Scottish Orthodontics Carluke (2.1 miles) | 6 |
| Aligner prices to compare | aligners | Ocean Orthodontic Clinic, Edinburgh (1.9 miles) | Edinburgh Dental Studio (2.1 miles); Scottish Orthodontics Carluke (2.1 miles) | 6 |
| Brace prices to compare | fixed braces | Ocean Orthodontic Clinic, Edinburgh (1.9 miles) | Scottish Orthodontics Carluke (2.1 miles); Edinburgh Dental Specialists (2.2 miles) | 5 |
Built from what each practice's own published information mentions, so a missing entry means not mentioned, which does not mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Price is often the deciding factor when choosing orthodontic treatment in Granton. Case complexity, appliance type and inclusions all move the total up or down. Payment plans can make private treatment accessible even on a tighter budget.
Orthodontic Payment Plans in Granton
Spreading the cost of orthodontic treatment over monthly payments makes even higher-cost options such as Invisalign or ceramic braces more manageable. Most practices in Granton offer payment plans — ask whether they are 0% interest, what deposit is required, and whether payments continue if treatment takes longer than planned.
NHS treatment is free for eligible under-18s. Adults aged 26 and over who qualify pay 80% of the NHS fee, capped at £384 for a course of treatment.
Orthodontic Price Guide for Granton
The table below sets out indicative private ranges in Granton — useful for a like-for-like comparison:
| Treatment type | Typical cost range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| NHS metal braces | Free for eligible under-18s | Adults aged 26 and over who qualify pay 80% of the NHS fee, capped at £384 for a course of treatment. |
| Private metal braces | £1,500–£3,500 | No waiting list. Full arch treatment. Retainers included in good practices. |
| Ceramic braces | £2,000–£4,500 | Tooth-coloured brackets. More discreet than metal. Not NHS-available. |
| Clear aligners (non-Invisalign) | £1,500–£4,500 | Wide range by brand and complexity. Confirm refinements and retainers are included. |
| Invisalign Lite | £2,500–£3,500 | Mild cases only. Limited refinements. |
| Invisalign Comprehensive | £3,500–£5,500 | Moderate to complex. Unlimited refinements within treatment cycle. |
| Lingual braces | £4,000–£8,000 | Completely hidden. Highest cost. Fewest providers in Granton. |
These are typical private fee ranges for Granton — individual practices may charge more or less depending on their overheads, location, and clinician experience. Always request a written treatment plan with the full fee itemised before committing.
Cost Context for Granton
As a guide, private full fixed brace treatment in Granton usually ranges from £1,500 to £5,500. Mild-to-moderate crowding or spacing is often suitable for clear aligners, while more complex cases are more commonly recommended fixed braces.
Treatment range and appointment slots differ between the practices covering Granton — comparing a couple is worthwhile. ONS classifies Granton as large Urban Areas. For NHS dental services, Granton falls under NHS Lothian. Granton has 104 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 95% of towns in Scotland. By national deprivation ranking, Granton sits among the more deprived areas of Scotland. The nearest university dental hospital to Granton is Dundee Dental Hospital, Dundee, about 34 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. See local practice availability in Granton → Costs can vary significantly between providers — getting two or three quotes and comparing what's included (retainers, refinements, both arches) before committing is strongly recommended.
What affects clear aligner cost in Granton?
What you pay for clear aligners in Granton reflects the case, not just the brand. Case complexity, number of trays, refinements and aftercare all move the total. What's included matters more than the sticker price when you compare providers.
Aligner Costs in Granton — Local Context
How quickly you can be seen, and what's on offer, varies between the practices serving Granton. Granton has 104 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 95% of towns in Scotland. Granton's ONS geography type is large Urban Areas. By national deprivation ranking, Granton sits among the more deprived areas of Scotland. NHS Lothian is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Granton. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Granton is Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee, about 34 miles away. Mild-to-moderate crowding or spacing is often suitable for clear aligners, while more complex cases are more commonly recommended fixed braces. As a guide, private aligner treatment (full course including retainers) in Granton usually ranges from £1,500 to £5,500. A photo-based assessment is a practical first step to establish case complexity before comparing quoted fees.
Finding value in clear aligner treatment in Granton
Affordable clear aligner options in Granton genuinely exist and can deliver good results. The key is whether the saving comes from a genuinely simple case or from reduced clinical oversight. This guide explains where corners are sometimes cut and how to spot real value.
What to Watch For in Low-Cost Aligner Offers
Legitimate affordable aligner treatment in Granton is available — the markers of genuine value include: an in-person or photo-based clinical assessment before quoting, a clear treatment plan with defined tooth movements, a named GDC-registered clinician overseeing the case, refinement allowances in writing, and retainers included in the base fee.
Frequently Asked Questions — Costs in Granton
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Granton?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Granton is WEST GRANTON DENTAL CARE in Edinburgh, about 0.5 miles to the west. The next closest are THE TRINITY DENTIST (0.6 miles) and 4 INVERLEITH GARDENS (1.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Granton?
Our register has 105 practices within 5 miles of Granton, 154 practices within 10 miles and 245 practices within 20 miles.
Which practices near Granton offer payment plans?
The nearest practice to Granton that mentions finance or monthly payment options is Edinburgh Dental Studio, about 2.1 miles to the south.
What NHS area is Granton in for dental services?
Granton sits within NHS Lothian for NHS dental commissioning.
Is Granton rural or urban?
By ONS classification, Granton falls under large Urban Areas.
How deprived is Granton compared with the rest of Scotland?
By the national deprivation index, Granton is more deprived than most of Scotland. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
Which towns are close to Granton?
Nearby towns include Inverleith, Murrayfield, Canonmills.
How much do braces cost in Granton?
Metal fixed braces privately in Granton run roughly £1,500-£3,500, ceramic £2,000-£4,500, with NHS braces free for eligible under-18s. Lingual and Invisalign cost more — see the comparison above.
Last updated: October 2026, compiled by the Virtual Consultant Online editorial team from our practice register and public data. Information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute clinical advice; it is not reviewed by a clinician. Sources: NHS, General Dental Council. How we compile our information.
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