Costs in Kaimes 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 | Southside Dental Care, Edinburgh — 1.9 miles; 2 within 10 miles |
| Nearest practice listing payment plans | None within 30 miles on our register |
| Practices on our register | 105 within 5 miles, 142 within 10, 232 within 20 |
| Area type (ONS) | Large Urban Areas |
| Access within City of Edinburgh | 82nd closest to a practice of 118 places in the county; the county median is 0.4 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 Kaimes that list payment plans
On our practice register: 105 practices within 5 miles of Kaimes, 142 practices within 10 and 232 practices within 20. The closest is SHANKS DENTAL CARE LTD in Loanhead, 0.6 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Finance | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SHANKS DENTAL CARE LTDLoanhead | 0.6 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| 1 LIBERTON BRAEDanderhall | 1.3 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| FAIRMILEHEAD DENTAL PRACTICEColinton | 1.4 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| BRITE DENTAL GILMERTONDanderhall | 1.4 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| 50 FOUNTAIN PLACELoanhead | 1.6 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Southside Dental CareEdinburgh | 1.9 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | – | 4.8 (437 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Kaimes with practices listing payment plans
The closest town with practices listing payment plans is Loanhead, 0.6 miles east; the next are Danderhall (1.3 miles north) and Colinton (1.4 miles west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Loanhead | 2 | 0.6 miles east |
| Danderhall | 3 | 1.3 miles north |
| Colinton | 2 | 1.4 miles west |
| Edinburgh | 19 | 1.9 miles north |
| Bonnyrigg | 3 | 2.9 miles south-east |
| Roslin | 1 | 3.0 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Kaimes
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Edinburgh Dental (4.9 from 806 reviews), 2.3 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Edinburgh DentalEdinburgh | 4.9 (806 reviews) | 2.3 miles north |
| Southside Dental CareEdinburgh | 4.8 (437 reviews) | 1.9 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
What a course costs from Kaimes, travel included
The fees are typical UK private prices. Travel is added for the journey to SHANKS DENTAL CARE LTD, the nearest practice on our register (under a mile away, about 0.8 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 | £5 to £15 | £1,505 to £3,515 |
| Ceramic braces | £2,000 to £4,500 | 10 to 20 | £5 to £15 | £2,005 to £4,515 |
| Lingual braces | £4,000 to £8,000 | 10 to 20 | £5 to £15 | £4,005 to £8,015 |
| Clear aligners | £1,500 to £5,500 | 6 to 10 | under £10 | £1,500 to £5,500 |
| Invisalign | £2,500 to £5,500 | 6 to 10 | under £10 | £2,500 to £5,500 |
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 Kaimes
| 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 | SHANKS DENTAL CARE LTD, Loanhead (under a mile) | 1 LIBERTON BRAE (1.3 miles); FAIRMILEHEAD DENTAL PRACTICE (1.4 miles) | 29 |
| Private treatment | private fees | Southside Dental Care, Edinburgh (1.9 miles) | Edinburgh Dental (2.3 miles) | 2 |
| 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 Kaimes — the range is genuinely wide. Case complexity, appliance type and inclusions all move the total up or down. Payment plans can make private treatment accessible even on a tighter budget.
Typical Orthodontic Costs in Kaimes
As a private-fee guide for Kaimes, the main options compare roughly as follows:
| 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 Kaimes. |
These are typical private fee ranges for Kaimes — 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 Kaimes
As a guide, private full fixed brace treatment in Kaimes usually ranges from £1,500 to £5,500. Straightforward crowding or spacing cases often suit aligners; more involved bite corrections are more often treated with fixed braces.
Appointment availability and the range of treatments on offer both vary practice to practice around Kaimes. Kaimes is classified as large Urban Areas. NHS dental commissioning in Kaimes falls under NHS Lothian. Kaimes has 105 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 96% of towns in Scotland. By national deprivation ranking, Kaimes sits among the less deprived areas of Scotland. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Kaimes is Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee, about 39 miles away. See local practice availability in Kaimes → 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 Kaimes
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 Kaimes 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.
Clear aligners in Kaimes — comparing lower-cost options
Lower-cost clear aligners in Kaimes 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. Knowing the warning signs helps you tell a good-value option from a false economy.
Getting Real Value in Kaimes
Good value in Kaimes comes from comparing like with like. Get an early sense of your case complexity first; that context is what lets you judge whether a low quote is a bargain or a false economy.
Aligner pricing in Kaimes explained
What you pay for clear aligners in Kaimes reflects the case, not just the brand. Complexity, brand, refinement allowances and clinical input each pull the price up or down. The most common mistake is treating headline cost as a like-for-like comparison.
Understanding What Your Quote Covers in Kaimes
The most common source of cost disputes after aligner treatment in Kaimes 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 Kaimes
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Kaimes?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Kaimes is SHANKS DENTAL CARE LTD in Loanhead, about 0.6 miles to the east. The next closest are 1 LIBERTON BRAE (1.3 miles) and FAIRMILEHEAD DENTAL PRACTICE (1.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Kaimes?
Our register has 105 practices within 5 miles of Kaimes, 142 practices within 10 miles and 232 practices within 20 miles.
Which practices near Kaimes 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.
Which NHS body covers Kaimes for dental care?
Kaimes sits within NHS Lothian for NHS dental commissioning.
Is Kaimes rural or urban?
By ONS classification, Kaimes falls under large Urban Areas.
How deprived is Kaimes compared with the rest of Scotland?
By the national deprivation index, Kaimes is less deprived than most of Scotland. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
Which towns are close to Kaimes?
Nearby towns include Loanhead, Gracemount, Southhouse.
How much do braces cost in Kaimes?
Private metal fixed braces in Kaimes typically cost £1,500–£3,500. Ceramic braces £2,000–£4,500. NHS braces are free for eligible under-18s. Lingual braces and Invisalign cost more — see the full comparison above.
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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