Orthodontic practices near Howe
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Howe; 2 practices within 10 and 5 practices within 20. The closest is WICK DENTAL PRACTICE, 6.6 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WICK DENTAL PRACTICEWick | 6.6 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| THE BRIDGES DENTAL CLINICWick | 7.8 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| BRIDGEND HEALTH CARE CENTREThurso | 12.1 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| DUNBAR DENTAL CLINICThurso | 12.6 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| ORMLIE HILL DENTAL CLINICThurso | 12.6 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| ORKNEY DENTALStromness | 29.5 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Howe with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Wick, 6.6 miles south-east; the next are Thurso (12.1 miles west) and Stromness (29.5 miles north).
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Howe at a Glance
| Nation | Scotland |
|---|---|
| Council area | Highland |
| NHS dental services | NHS Highland |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384 |
| Area type (ONS) | Remote Rural |
| Deprivation | Around the Scotland average |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Highland | 456th closest to an orthodontic practice of 1,220 places in the county (the county median is 9.2 miles) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | WICK DENTAL PRACTICE, Wick — 7 miles BRIDGEND HEALTH CARE CENTRE, Thurso — 12 miles ORKNEY DENTAL, Stromness — 30 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 15 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 2 within 10 miles, 5 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 Howe
From Howe the nearest practice is WICK DENTAL PRACTICE, 6.6 miles away. A course of braces or aligners involves many appointments, so the length of that journey matters when comparing it with practices further afield. Within 10 miles there are 2 practices, and within 20 there are 5.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Howe are commissioned by NHS Highland, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is WICK DENTAL PRACTICE, 6.6 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Howe to WICK DENTAL PRACTICE is roughly 15 minutes each way. A course of fixed braces typically means 10 to 20 visits (a consultation, the fitting, 7 to 17 adjustments and the removal), which from here comes to about 170 to 340 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £75 to £155 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 100 to 170 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey.
Orthodontic Treatment In Howe
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Orthodontist in Howe: Searching for orthodontic treatment in Howe? This page sets out braces, aligner, and assessment options in one place. It is also useful for patients researching treatment across Highland and the surrounding area.
Compare nearby areas
If you want to compare surrounding areas as well as this one, pages such as Ruthers of Howe, Mireland, Sortat, Alterwall, Myrelandhorn, and Slickly may also help.
Howe in context
Howe's ONS geography type is remote Rural. NHS dental commissioning in Howe falls under NHS Highland. People in Howe usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 7 miles away. National deprivation data puts Howe close to the Scotland median.
About Howe
Just around 1 km north-west, Ruthers of Howe is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
Local provider signals in Howe
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Howe itself. The nearest we do hold are WICK DENTAL PRACTICE, about 7 miles away; BRIDGEND HEALTH CARE CENTRE in Thurso, about 12 miles away; and ORKNEY DENTAL in Stromness, about 30 miles away.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Howe
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Howe helps you ask the right questions. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
From First Photo to Finished Smile in Howe
Every case in Howe follows broadly the same arc; knowing the stages in advance makes the whole thing feel far more manageable.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Howe
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Howe has the full spectrum of options. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
Treatment Options in Howe — Local Context
Appointment availability and the range of treatments on offer both vary practice to practice around Howe. Classified by ONS as remote Rural, Howe sits within NHS Highland for NHS dental commissioning. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Howe; the nearest is about 7 miles away. By national deprivation ranking, Howe is roughly mid-table for Scotland. There is no orthodontist on our records in Howe itself. The nearest recorded are WICK DENTAL PRACTICE, about 7 miles away; BRIDGEND HEALTH CARE CENTRE in Thurso, about 12 miles away; and ORKNEY DENTAL in Stromness, about 30 miles away. Straightforward crowding or spacing cases often suit aligners; more involved bite corrections are more often treated with fixed braces.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Howe. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Howe
If Howe, Highland is just one of several areas you're considering, this section can help with the rest. If you're still deciding, related pages for Ruthers of Howe, Mireland, Sortat, Alterwall, Myrelandhorn, and Slickly may help.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Howe
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Howe often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Howe?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Howe is WICK DENTAL PRACTICE, about 6.6 miles to the south-east. The next closest are THE BRIDGES DENTAL CLINIC (7.8 miles) and BRIDGEND HEALTH CARE CENTRE (12.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Howe?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Howe, 2 practices within 10 miles and 5 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Wick, 6.6 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Howe?
The nearest practice to Howe that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is WICK DENTAL PRACTICE, about 6.6 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include THE BRIDGES DENTAL CLINIC (7.8 miles) and BRIDGEND HEALTH CARE CENTRE (12.1 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Howe, Highland?
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 Howe, Highland?
Yes. Comparing the two properly usually means having someone assess your bite and alignment first.