Orthodontic practices near Hillside
On our practice register: 3 practices within 5 miles of Hillside, 5 practices within 10 and 18 practices within 20. The closest is LINKS LODGE DENTAL PRACTICE in Montrose, 1.9 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LINKS LODGE DENTAL PRACTICEMontrose | 1.9 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| HIGH STREET DENTAL CENTREMontrose | 1.9 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| 53 JOHN STREETMontrose | 1.9 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| ESK DENTAL CAREBrechin | 7.2 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| R AND PM THOMSONBrechin | 7.4 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| 121 HIGH STREETArbroath | 13.2 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| IAN ROBERTSON DENTAL CAREArbroath | 13.3 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| NO 80 DENTAL PRACTICEArbroath | 13.3 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Hillside with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Montrose, 1.9 miles south; the next are Brechin (7.2 miles west) and Arbroath (13.2 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Montrose | 3 | 1.9 miles south |
| Brechin | 2 | 7.2 miles west |
| Arbroath | 4 | 13.2 miles south |
| Forfar | 3 | 17.0 miles west |
| Stonehaven | 4 | 18.1 miles north-east |
| Carnoustie | 2 | 19.0 miles south-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Hillside 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 | Less deprived than most of Scotland |
| Population | 1,170 |
| Practices within 5 miles | 3 practices, more than 63% of towns in Scotland |
| Access within Angus | 37th closest to an orthodontic practice of 168 places in the county (the county median is 3.5 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 1.9 miles away, closer than 67% of towns in Scotland |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Dundee Dental Hospital, Dundee — 27 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | LINKS LODGE DENTAL PRACTICE, Montrose — 2 miles ESK DENTAL CARE, Brechin — 7 miles 121 HIGH STREET, Arbroath — 13 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 5 within 10 miles, 18 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 Hillside
The nearest practice to Hillside is LINKS LODGE DENTAL PRACTICE in Montrose, 1.9 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 5 practices, and within 20 there are 18.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Perla Orthodontics (24.5 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 1 of the practices around Hillside list clear aligners, the nearest 24.5 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 Hillside are commissioned by NHS Tayside; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is LINKS LODGE DENTAL PRACTICE in Montrose, 1.9 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee, about 27 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Hillside
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Orthodontist in Hillside: People weighing up braces or aligners in Hillside can use this page to understand the options before making contact with a practice. It can also help if you are comparing treatment across nearby parts of Angus. Hillside — a small village with a population of around 1,170 — is covered on this page specifically.
Local treatment availability around Hillside
There is no orthodontist on our records in Hillside itself. The nearest recorded are LINKS LODGE DENTAL PRACTICE in Montrose, about 2 miles away; ESK DENTAL CARE in Brechin, about 7 miles away; and 121 HIGH STREET in Arbroath, about 13 miles away.
Nearby location pages
Related pages for Borrowfield, Dubton, Montrose, Ferryden, Inchbraoch, and Craigo are worth a look if you want to widen your search beyond this area.
About Hillside
Hillside is home to around 1,170 people, classing it as a small village within Angus. Heading south for around 1 km brings you to Borrowfield, the closest linked location.
What official data says about Hillside
Hillside is classified as accessible Rural, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Tayside. With 3 orthodontic practices within five miles, Hillside is better served than 63% of towns in Scotland. Hillside's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of Scotland. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Hillside is about 27 miles from Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Hillside
The orthodontic landscape in Hillside offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. The best treatment isn't the most expensive or the most discreet — it's the one that matches your case, lifestyle and budget. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Hillside
Every treatment type has strengths and limitations. This filters quickly to the options most relevant to your situation:
The Orthodontic Journey in Hillside
Starting orthodontic treatment in Hillside can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. 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.
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Hillside — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Hillside. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Hillside
These local links are here for anyone comparing Hillside, Angus against nearby alternatives. Other local pages worth browsing include Borrowfield, Dubton, Montrose, Ferryden, Inchbraoch, and Craigo.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Hillside
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Hillside often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Hillside?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Hillside is LINKS LODGE DENTAL PRACTICE in Montrose, about 1.9 miles to the south. The next closest are HIGH STREET DENTAL CENTRE (1.9 miles) and 53 JOHN STREET (1.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Hillside?
Our register has 3 practices within 5 miles of Hillside, 5 practices within 10 miles and 18 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Hillside?
The nearest practice to Hillside that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is LINKS LODGE DENTAL PRACTICE in Montrose, about 1.9 miles to the south. Others nearby include HIGH STREET DENTAL CENTRE (1.9 miles) and 53 JOHN STREET (1.9 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Hillside, Angus?
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 Hillside, Angus?
Yes. A case-specific comparison is more useful than a general one, and an online assessment can provide that.