Costs in Hillside at a Glance
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384 |
|---|---|
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of Scotland |
| Nearest practice listing private treatment | Oris Dental & Implant Studio, Monifieth — 22.2 miles |
| Nearest practice listing payment plans | None within 30 miles on our register |
| Practices on our register | 3 within 5 miles, 5 within 10, 18 within 20 |
| Area type (ONS) | Accessible Rural |
| Access within Angus | 37th closest to a practice of 168 places in the county; the county median is 3.5 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 Hillside that list payment plans
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 | Private | Finance | 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 | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Hillside with practices listing payment plans
The closest town with practices listing payment plans 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.
What a course costs from Hillside, travel included
The fees are typical UK private prices. Travel is added for the journey to LINKS LODGE DENTAL PRACTICE, the nearest practice on our register (1.9 miles away, about 2.5 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 | £20 to £45 | £1,520 to £3,545 |
| Ceramic braces | £2,000 to £4,500 | 10 to 20 | £20 to £45 | £2,020 to £4,545 |
| Lingual braces | £4,000 to £8,000 | 10 to 20 | £20 to £45 | £4,020 to £8,045 |
| Clear aligners | £1,500 to £5,500 | 6 to 10 | £15 to £20 | £1,515 to £5,520 |
| Invisalign | £2,500 to £5,500 | 6 to 10 | £15 to £20 | £2,515 to £5,520 |
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 Hillside
| Cost factor | Look for | Nearest listing it | Next nearest | Within 20 miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Free first appointment | a free consultation | Perla Orthodontics, Tayport (24.5 miles) | none other | 0 |
| Monthly payments | payment plans | not mentioned nearby | none other | 0 |
| NHS treatment | NHS orthodontics | LINKS LODGE DENTAL PRACTICE, Montrose (1.9 miles) | HIGH STREET DENTAL CENTRE (1.9 miles); 53 JOHN STREET (1.9 miles) | 18 |
| Private treatment | private fees | Oris Dental & Implant Studio, Monifieth (22.2 miles) | Perla Orthodontics (24.5 miles) | 0 |
| Aligner prices to compare | aligners | Perla Orthodontics, Tayport (24.5 miles) | none other | 0 |
| Brace prices to compare | fixed braces | Perla Orthodontics, Tayport (24.5 miles) | none other | 0 |
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.
There's no single price for orthodontics in Hillside — the range is genuinely wide. Understanding what drives the price, and what should be included in the fee, helps you compare quotes accurately. This guide sets out typical fees, what affects them, and how payment plans spread the cost.
Why Quotes Vary So Much
Treatment type sets the baseline: the appliance you choose, from budget metal to premium lingual, largely decides the starting price before anything else.
Case complexity adds to it regardless of appliance — more movement means more trays or adjustments, more visits, and more of the clinician's time.
Number of arches should be clarified in every quote, since one-arch and two-arch treatment are priced very differently.
Retainers close out treatment but aren't always in the headline fee — ask whether they're included or charged on top.
Refinements are the additional aligners often needed after the first series; confirm they're covered rather than charged per set.
Practice location and overheads push city-centre fees above suburban ones. Hillside usually has practices at several price points, so two or three quotes are worthwhile.
Typical Orthodontic Costs in Hillside
The table below sets out indicative private ranges in Hillside — 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 Hillside. |
These are typical private fee ranges for Hillside — 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 Hillside
Private full fixed brace treatment costs in Hillside generally sit between £1,500 and £5,500. Whether aligners or fixed braces are recommended usually comes down to case complexity rather than personal preference alone.
How quickly you can be seen, and what's on offer, varies between the practices serving 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. See local practice availability in Hillside → 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 Hillside?
Clear aligner cost in Hillside varies considerably from case to case. Complexity, brand, refinement allowances and clinical input each pull the price up or down. Understanding what sits behind the number is the key to comparing value properly.
Typical Aligner Price Bands in Hillside
Private clear aligner treatment in Hillside typically ranges as follows:
Affordable clear aligners in Hillside
Lower-cost clear aligners in Hillside are the right call for some cases and the wrong one for others. A lower fee can reflect a simpler case — or corners cut on refinements and supervision. This guide explains where corners are sometimes cut and how to spot real value.
Where the Savings Come From in Hillside
Treatment scope — capping the trays and appointments for a straightforward case is a legitimate saving, not a corner cut — provided the case is actually that simple.
Frequently Asked Questions — Costs in Hillside
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.
Which practices near Hillside offer payment plans?
None of the practices within 30 miles mentions finance or monthly payments in its published information, though many offer them on request.
What NHS area is Hillside in for dental services?
NHS dental commissioning in Hillside falls under NHS Tayside.
What kind of area is Hillside?
ONS classifies Hillside as accessible Rural.
How deprived is Hillside compared with the rest of Scotland?
By the national deprivation index, Hillside is less deprived than most of Scotland. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
What towns are near Hillside?
Craigo, Rossie Mills, Marykirk are within easy reach of Hillside.
Does treating both arches cost more?
Yes, both arches costs more than one — some quotes are single-arch only, so confirm exactly what's covered when comparing prices between practices.
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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