Costs in Hume at a Glance
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384 |
|---|---|
| Deprivation | Around the Scotland average |
| Nearest practice listing private treatment | Gavin Caves Orthodontics, Haddington — 23.7 miles |
| Nearest practice listing payment plans | None within 30 miles on our register |
| Practices on our register | 2 within 5 miles, 4 within 10, 10 within 20 |
| Area type (ONS) | Accessible Rural |
| Access within The Scottish Borders | 96th closest to a practice of 212 places in the county; the county median is 4.9 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 Hume that list payment plans
On our practice register: 2 practices within 5 miles of Hume, 4 practices within 10 and 10 practices within 20. The closest is KELSO DENTAL CARE, 4.4 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Finance | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KELSO DENTAL CAREKelso | 4.4 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| THE CORN EXCHANGEKelso | 4.5 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| INFINITYBLU DENTAL CARE & IMPLANT CLINICDuns | 9.5 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| DUNS DENTAL CAREDuns | 9.5 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| JEDBURGH FAMILY DENTAL PRACTICEJedburgh | 12.9 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| CLEARWATER DENTALJedburgh | 13.0 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Hume with practices listing payment plans
The closest town with practices listing payment plans is Kelso, 4.4 miles south; the next are Duns (9.5 miles north-east) and Jedburgh (12.9 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Kelso | 2 | 4.4 miles south |
| Duns | 2 | 9.5 miles north-east |
| Jedburgh | 2 | 12.9 miles south |
| Galashiels | 3 | 13.5 miles west |
| Selkirk | 1 | 16.5 miles south-west |
| Hawick | 4 | 20.2 miles south-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
What a course costs from Hume, travel included
The fees are typical UK private prices. Travel is added for the journey to KELSO DENTAL CARE, the nearest practice on our register (4.4 miles away, about 5.7 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 | £50 to £105 | £1,550 to £3,605 |
| Ceramic braces | £2,000 to £4,500 | 10 to 20 | £50 to £105 | £2,050 to £4,605 |
| Lingual braces | £4,000 to £8,000 | 10 to 20 | £50 to £105 | £4,050 to £8,105 |
| Clear aligners | £1,500 to £5,500 | 6 to 10 | £30 to £50 | £1,530 to £5,550 |
| Invisalign | £2,500 to £5,500 | 6 to 10 | £30 to £50 | £2,530 to £5,550 |
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 Hume
| Cost factor | Look for | Nearest listing it | Next nearest | Within 20 miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Free first appointment | a free consultation | not mentioned nearby | none other | 0 |
| Monthly payments | payment plans | not mentioned nearby | none other | 0 |
| NHS treatment | NHS orthodontics | KELSO DENTAL CARE (4.4 miles) | THE CORN EXCHANGE (4.5 miles); INFINITYBLU DENTAL CARE & IMPLANT CLINIC (9.5 miles) | 10 |
| Private treatment | private fees | Gavin Caves Orthodontics, Haddington (23.7 miles) | none other | 0 |
| Aligner prices to compare | aligners | not mentioned nearby | none other | 0 |
| Brace prices to compare | fixed braces | not mentioned nearby | 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 Hume — the range is genuinely wide. What's included in a quote matters as much as the headline figure when you compare providers. 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 moves the price within any treatment type. A mild spacing case needs fewer appointments and less clinical time than a complex overbite correction with extractions.
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 vary across Hume — higher-rent locations charge more, which is exactly why comparing a few local quotes pays off.
Cost Context for Hume
Private full fixed brace treatment in Hume typically costs between £1,500 and £5,500, depending on case complexity. Whether aligners or fixed braces are recommended usually comes down to case complexity rather than personal preference alone.
What's available in Hume depends on the practice, so it's worth checking directly what each one offers. ONS classifies Hume as accessible Rural. NHS dental commissioning in Hume falls under NHS Borders. Hume has 2 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 56% of towns in Scotland. Hume sits close to the Scotland average for deprivation. See local practice availability in Hume → 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.
Orthodontic Payment Plans in Hume
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 Hume 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.
Budget aligner options in Hume
Lower-cost clear aligners in Hume 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.
Affordable Aligner Options in Hume — Local Context
Practices serving Hume differ in what they offer, from brace type to appointment availability. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (2), Hume has more choice than 56% of towns in Scotland. Classified by ONS as accessible Rural, Hume sits within NHS Borders for NHS dental commissioning. Hume sits close to the Scotland average for deprivation. Entry-level aligner systems typically start from around £1,500 for suitable mild cases. A clinician-reviewed photo assessment is the most practical way to confirm whether a lower-cost package is genuinely appropriate for your teeth before committing to treatment.
Aligner pricing in Hume explained
Aligner pricing in Hume is driven by more than the headline figure. Two quotes at the same headline price can include very different levels of clinical input. Comparing quotes only makes sense once you know what each one covers.
Understanding What Your Quote Covers in Hume
The most common source of cost disputes after aligner treatment in Hume relates to refinements — the additional trays made after the original series to fine-tune the result. Some providers include unlimited refinements; others charge per additional set. Confirm this in writing before starting.
Frequently Asked Questions — Costs in Hume
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Hume?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Hume is KELSO DENTAL CARE, about 4.4 miles to the south. The next closest are THE CORN EXCHANGE (4.5 miles) and INFINITYBLU DENTAL CARE & IMPLANT CLINIC (9.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Hume?
Our register has 2 practices within 5 miles of Hume, 4 practices within 10 miles and 10 practices within 20 miles.
Which practices near Hume 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.
Who commissions NHS dentistry in Hume?
NHS dental commissioning in Hume falls under NHS Borders.
Is Hume rural or urban?
By ONS classification, Hume falls under accessible Rural.
How deprived is Hume compared with the rest of Scotland?
By the national deprivation index, Hume is close to the Scotland average for deprivation. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
What towns are near Hume?
Heiton, Stichill, Gordon are within easy reach of Hume.
Are there hidden costs in orthodontic treatment?
Potential hidden costs include: retainers (if not included in the fee), refinements for aligner treatment, mid-treatment X-rays, emergency appointments for breakages, and fees for extended treatment beyond the original plan. Ask for a full itemised quote before starting.
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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