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Orthodontic practices near Ingliston

On our practice register: 30 practices within 5 miles of Ingliston, 169 practices within 10 and 257 practices within 20. The closest is 17 MAIN STREET in Kirkliston, 1.7 miles north-west.

PracticeDistanceNHSBracesAlignersGoogle rating
17 MAIN STREETKirkliston1.7 miles north-west✓–––
9 BUGHTLIN MARKETCramond Bridge2.7 miles east✓–––
RICCARTON DENTAL PRACTICECurrie2.8 miles south-east✓–––
176-178 ST JOHN'S ROADColinton3.2 miles east✓–––
BARNTON DENTALClermiston3.3 miles north-east✓–––
FERRYBURN DENTAL CAREQueensferry3.3 miles north✓–––
BARNTON DENTAL SPAClermiston3.4 miles north-east✓–––
SIGHTHILL HEALTH CENTREColinton3.4 miles east✓–––

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

Nearest places to Ingliston with orthodontic practices

The closest town with orthodontic practices is Kirkliston, 1.7 miles north-west; the next are Cramond Bridge (2.7 miles east) and Currie (2.8 miles south-east).

PlacePracticesNearest
Kirkliston11.7 miles north-west
Cramond Bridge12.7 miles east
Currie32.8 miles south-east
Colinton123.2 miles east
Clermiston23.3 miles north-east
Queensferry23.3 miles north

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

Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Ingliston

Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Sunrise Dental Clinic I Award Winning Paediatric I Orthodontic I Implant & Smile Design Clinic in Colinton (4.9 from 219 reviews), 3.4 miles east.

PracticeGoogle ratingDistance
Sunrise Dental Clinic I Award Winning Paediatric I Orthodontic I Implant & Smile Design ClinicColinton4.9 (219 reviews)3.4 miles east
Broxburn Smile CentreBroxburn4.2 (12 reviews)3.9 miles west

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

Ingliston at a Glance

NationScotland
Council areaCity of Edinburgh
NHS dental servicesNHS Lothian
NHS orthodontic chargesFree under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384
Area type (ONS)Large Urban Areas
DeprivationAround the Scotland average
Practices within 5 miles30 practices, more than 89% of towns in Scotland
Access within City of Edinburgh116th closest to an orthodontic practice of 118 places in the county (the county median is 0.4 miles)
Nearest practice compared1.7 miles away, closer than 69% of towns in Scotland
Nearest university dental hospitalGlasgow Dental Hospital, Glasgow — 35 miles
Nearest orthodontic practices17 MAIN STREET, Kirkliston — 2 miles
9 BUGHTLIN MARKET, Cramond Bridge — 3 miles
RICCARTON DENTAL PRACTICE, Currie — 3 miles
Practices within 10 and 20 miles169 within 10 miles, 257 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 Ingliston

Ingliston is 1.7 miles from 17 MAIN STREET in Kirkliston, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 169 practices, and within 20 there are 257.

Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Broxburn Smile Centre (3.9 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 2 of the practices around Ingliston list clear aligners, the nearest 3.4 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 Ingliston are commissioned by NHS Lothian; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is 17 MAIN STREET in Kirkliston, 1.7 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Glasgow Dental Hospital in Glasgow, about 35 miles away.

Orthodontic Treatment In Ingliston

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Orthodontic care near Ingliston

Orthodontist in Ingliston: This page is built to support early-stage orthodontic research for people looking at treatment options in Ingliston. It is a useful starting point whether you search from Ingliston or another part of City of Edinburgh.

Area profile for Ingliston

Classified by ONS as large Urban Areas, Ingliston sits within NHS Lothian for NHS dental commissioning. Ingliston has 30 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 89% of towns in Scotland. By national deprivation ranking, Ingliston is roughly mid-table for Scotland. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Ingliston is Glasgow Dental Hospital in Glasgow, about 35 miles away.

Compare nearby areas

If you are comparing a wider local area, you can also browse nearby orthodontic location pages such as Ratho Station, Ratho, Almondhill, Kirkliston, Turnhouse, and Lennie.

What we know about practices near Ingliston

No orthodontic practice is recorded in Ingliston. The closest on record are 17 MAIN STREET in Kirkliston, about 2 miles away; 9 BUGHTLIN MARKET in Cramond Bridge, about 3 miles away; and RICCARTON DENTAL PRACTICE in Currie, about 3 miles away.

Ingliston at a glance

The nearest other location we cover is Ratho Station, around 1 km to the west.

Teeth Straightening Options Available in Ingliston

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Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Ingliston

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Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Ingliston

Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Ingliston helps you ask the right questions. Knowing what happens at each step — and roughly how long it takes — removes most of the uncertainty. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.

Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Ingliston

Provision in Ingliston varies by practice — it's worth comparing more than one before committing. Classified by ONS as large Urban Areas, Ingliston sits within NHS Lothian for NHS dental commissioning. With 30 orthodontic practices within five miles, Ingliston is better served than 89% of towns in Scotland. Ingliston's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with Scotland as a whole. The nearest university dental hospital to Ingliston is Glasgow Dental Hospital, Glasgow, about 35 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.

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

Frequently Asked Questions in Ingliston

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

Where is the nearest orthodontist to Ingliston?

On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Ingliston is 17 MAIN STREET in Kirkliston, about 1.7 miles to the north-west. The next closest are 9 BUGHTLIN MARKET (2.7 miles) and RICCARTON DENTAL PRACTICE (2.8 miles).

How many orthodontic practices are near Ingliston?

Our register has 30 practices within 5 miles of Ingliston, 169 practices within 10 miles and 257 practices within 20 miles.

Is there an NHS orthodontist near Ingliston?

The nearest practice to Ingliston that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is 17 MAIN STREET in Kirkliston, about 1.7 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include 9 BUGHTLIN MARKET (2.7 miles) and RICCARTON DENTAL PRACTICE (2.8 miles).

How do I start orthodontic treatment in Ingliston, City of Edinburgh?

A practical first step is to upload guided photos online so a clinician can review your teeth, bite, and alignment concerns before you arrange a visit.

Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Ingliston, City of Edinburgh?

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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TitleIngliston, City of Edinburgh Smile Straightening
PublisherVirtual Consultant Online
Published1 June 2022
Modified10 October 2026
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