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Orthodontic practices near Headwell

On our practice register: 27 practices within 5 miles of Headwell, 47 practices within 10 and 277 practices within 20. The closest is CHONG KWAN 6A HIGH STR in Dunfermline, 0.6 miles south.

PracticeDistanceNHSBracesAlignersGoogle rating
CHONG KWAN 6A HIGH STRDunfermline0.6 miles south✓–––
DENTISTRY@CENTURY HOUSEDunfermline0.6 miles south-east✓–––
LORNE HOUSE PRACTICE LTDDunfermline0.6 miles south✓–––
NEW ROW DENTAL PRACTICEDunfermline0.6 miles south✓–––
Mrs Shilan Jaf - Dental SurgeryDunfermline0.6 miles south–––5.0 (5 reviews)
EAST WING SURGERYDunfermline0.6 miles south✓–––
THE WEST WINGDunfermline0.6 miles south✓–––
Canmore Dental PracticeDunfermline0.7 miles south✓––4.3 (18 reviews)

✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.

Nearest places to Headwell with orthodontic practices

The closest town with orthodontic practices is Dunfermline, 0.6 miles south; the next are Crossgates (2.1 miles east) and Rosyth (3.0 miles south-east).

PlacePracticesNearest
Dunfermline180.6 miles south
Crossgates12.1 miles east
Rosyth33.0 miles south-east
Carnock14.2 miles west
Inverkeithing14.2 miles south-east
Kelty14.8 miles north-east

Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.

Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Headwell

Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is The Linden Tree Dental Lounge in Dunfermline (5.0 from 279 reviews), 2.9 miles south-east.

PracticeGoogle ratingDistance
The Linden Tree Dental LoungeDunfermline5.0 (279 reviews)2.9 miles south-east
Dentistry @ No 3Dunfermline4.9 (579 reviews)0.8 miles south
Kelty Dental PracticeKelty4.9 (282 reviews)4.8 miles north-east
Comely Park Dental Practice Dentist DunfermlineDunfermline4.8 (40 reviews)0.8 miles south

Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.

Headwell at a Glance

NationScotland
Council areaFife
NHS dental servicesNHS Fife
NHS orthodontic chargesFree under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384
Area type (ONS)Other Urban Areas
DeprivationLess deprived than most of Scotland
Practices within 5 miles27 practices, more than 88% of towns in Scotland
Access within Fife54th closest to an orthodontic practice of 229 places in the county (the county median is 1.5 miles)
Nearest practice compared0.6 miles away, closer than 83% of towns in Scotland
Nearest university dental hospitalDundee Dental Hospital, Dundee — 32 miles
Nearest orthodontic practicesCHONG KWAN 6A HIGH STR, Dunfermline — under a mile
BLACK AND BROWN DENTAL, Crossgates — 2 miles
THE LINDEN TREE DENTAL LOUNGE, Rosyth — 3 miles
Practices within 10 and 20 miles47 within 10 miles, 277 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 Headwell

The nearest practice to Headwell is CHONG KWAN 6A HIGH STR in Dunfermline, 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 47 practices, and within 20 there are 277.

Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: M-Brace Orthodontics (under a mile) mentions a free consultation, and 4 of the practices around Headwell list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile away.

If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Headwell are commissioned by NHS Fife; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is CHONG KWAN 6A HIGH STR in Dunfermline, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee, about 32 miles away.

Orthodontic Treatment In Headwell

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Orthodontist in Headwell: This page was put together for people in Headwell who want more than a generic search result before choosing a treatment route. It connects local orthodontic research in Headwell with the wider Fife area.

Practice data for Headwell

There is no orthodontist on our records in Headwell itself. The nearest recorded are CHONG KWAN 6A HIGH STR in Dunfermline, under a mile away; BLACK AND BROWN DENTAL in Crossgates, about 2 miles away; and THE LINDEN TREE DENTAL LOUNGE in Rosyth, about 3 miles away.

Area profile for Headwell

Headwell — other Urban Areas by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Fife for NHS dentistry. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (27), Headwell has more choice than 88% of towns in Scotland. National deprivation data ranks Headwell among Scotland's less deprived areas. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Headwell is about 32 miles from Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee.

Widen your local search

Related pages for Castleblair Park, Wellwood, Abbey Parks, Baldridgeburn, Beveridgewell, and Dunfermline are worth a look if you want to widen your search beyond this area.

Headwell in numbers

The nearest other location we cover is Castleblair Park, under 1 km to the north.

The Orthodontic Journey in Headwell

Starting orthodontic treatment in Headwell can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.

Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Headwell

Practices serving Headwell differ in what they offer, from brace type to appointment availability. Classified by ONS as other Urban Areas, Headwell sits within NHS Fife for NHS dental commissioning. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (27), Headwell has more choice than 88% of towns in Scotland. National deprivation data ranks Headwell among Scotland's less deprived areas. The nearest university dental hospital to Headwell is Dundee Dental Hospital, Dundee, about 32 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.

Orthodontic Treatments in Headwell

The orthodontic landscape in Headwell offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.

Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Headwell

Every mainstream option is available to patients in Headwell — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.

This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Headwell. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.

Frequently Asked Questions in Headwell

Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Headwell often want to know before getting started.

Where is the nearest orthodontist to Headwell?

On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Headwell is CHONG KWAN 6A HIGH STR in Dunfermline, about 0.6 miles to the south. The next closest are DENTISTRY@CENTURY HOUSE (0.6 miles) and LORNE HOUSE PRACTICE LTD (0.6 miles).

How many orthodontic practices are near Headwell?

Our register has 27 practices within 5 miles of Headwell, 47 practices within 10 miles and 277 practices within 20 miles.

Is there an NHS orthodontist near Headwell?

The nearest practice to Headwell that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is CHONG KWAN 6A HIGH STR in Dunfermline, about 0.6 miles to the south. Others nearby include DENTISTRY@CENTURY HOUSE (0.6 miles) and LORNE HOUSE PRACTICE LTD (0.6 miles).

How do I start orthodontic treatment in Headwell, Fife?

Many patients begin with an online orthodontic assessment so they can understand possible treatment routes before booking an appointment.

Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Headwell, Fife?

Yes. The most suitable treatment depends on the case, and an assessment can help compare braces and aligners in a more meaningful way.

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TitleHeadwell, Fife Teeth Straightening | Free Online Assessment
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Published1 June 2022
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