Retainers in Kaimes at a Glance
| Nearest practice listing retainers | None within 30 miles on our register |
|---|---|
| Nearest practice with emergency care | None within 30 miles on our register |
| Nearest practice open evenings or weekends | 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 |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of Scotland |
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 listing retainers
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. Few practices near here list retainers in their published information, so this lists the nearest of any kind.
| Practice | Distance | Retainers | Emergency care | Evenings or weekends | 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 orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices 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.
Retainers near Kaimes
None of the 30 practices nearest Kaimes on our register mentions the treatments or services in its own published information, so this page cannot say which of them offers what. The nearest practice of any kind is SHANKS DENTAL CARE LTD, Loanhead, under a mile away, and a call or its website will say what it offers.
After braces or aligners, the bone and fibres around each tooth need time to settle. Without them, teeth start drifting back towards their old positions within weeks of finishing. Any orthodontic practice in Kaimes can fit, replace or repair them if you need it.
Types of Retainer Available in Kaimes
Fixed (bonded) retainers are thin wires bonded behind the front teeth — usually the lower six, sometimes the upper too. They're permanent, invisible from the front, and need no daily effort, though they require careful cleaning with floss threaders to keep the gum healthy.
Essix retainers look just like a clear aligner and are the most common removable choice after aligner treatment. Discreet and easy, but treat them gently with heat and expect a replacement every couple of years.
Hawley retainers are the traditional acrylic-plate-and-wire design. They're more durable than Essix trays, adjustable if minor movement occurs, and can last many years — but they're more visible when worn.
Many orthodontists in Kaimes now provide both a fixed wire for continuous protection and a removable Essix tray for overnight use, combining the strengths of each.
Replacing and Maintaining Retainers in Kaimes
Removable Essix retainers typically last one to three years before wear, warping or cracking calls for replacement, at roughly £80–£150 per arch. Hawley retainers are tougher and can last five to ten years; fixed wires last for years but can debond from a single tooth.
A fixed wire can debond without you noticing, so regular check-ups in Kaimes matter — an unrepaired wire lets a tooth move independently and misalignment can appear within weeks.
Retainer Services in Kaimes
What's available in Kaimes depends on the practice, so it's worth checking directly what each one offers. By ONS classification, Kaimes falls under large Urban Areas. NHS Lothian is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Kaimes. Kaimes has 105 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 96% of towns in Scotland. Kaimes's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of Scotland. The nearest university dental hospital to Kaimes is Dundee Dental Hospital, Dundee, about 39 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. See local practice availability in Kaimes → They typically offer retainer fitting, replacement, and emergency repair appointments.
As a guide, private replacement Essix retainers (per arch) in Kaimes usually ranges from £80 to £150. Most practices can fabricate a replacement from a new scan or impression within a few working days. If you have moved away from your original treating practice, any orthodontic or dental practice in Kaimes can usually provide replacement retainers.
Orthodontic Aftercare in Kaimes
Finishing active treatment is the start of retention, not the finish line. The best clinical outcome can be lost within months if retention is neglected. Below we walk through the de-bond, retainers, whitening timing and long-term check-ups.
Keeping Teeth Straight Long-Term in Kaimes
The practical commitment is modest: a fixed wire you don't think about, plus a removable retainer worn while sleeping. The reward is a straight smile that lasts decades. If you notice your removable retainer getting tighter or no longer fitting, contact an orthodontist promptly — early correction is far less costly than retreatment.
Frequently Asked Questions — Retainers 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.
Where can I get a retainer near Kaimes?
None of the practices within 30 miles lists retainers in its published information. Most orthodontic practices supply them, so ask the nearest ones directly.
What NHS area is Kaimes in for dental services?
NHS dental commissioning in Kaimes falls under NHS Lothian.
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.
What towns are near Kaimes?
Liberton, Old Pentland, Southhouse are within easy reach of Kaimes.
Can I whiten my teeth while wearing retainers?
Clear Essix retainers can double as whitening trays with dentist-supplied gel, and removable retainers are simply taken out during in-chair whitening. A fixed bonded wire doesn't prevent whitening of the front teeth, though the gel won't reach directly behind it. Your dentist can advise the best approach.
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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