NHS Treatment in Keilarsbrae at a Glance
| NHS dental services | NHS Forth Valley |
|---|---|
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384 |
| Deprivation | More deprived than most of Scotland |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | STEPHEN SHORT & ASSOCIATES, Alloa — 1 miles; 27 within 10 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Glasgow Dental Hospital, Glasgow — about 26 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Other Urban Areas |
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 listing NHS orthodontics near Keilarsbrae
On our practice register: 7 practices within 5 miles of Keilarsbrae, 52 practices within 10 and 147 practices within 20. The closest is STEPHEN SHORT & ASSOCIATES in Alloa, 1.0 miles south. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is STEPHEN SHORT & ASSOCIATES, 1.0 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STEPHEN SHORT & ASSOCIATESAlloa | 1.0 miles south | ✓ | – | – |
| MACDONALD & MORSONAlloa | 1.1 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – |
| MACDONALD AND MORSON DENTAL CARE ALVAAlva | 1.8 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – |
| TILLICOULTRY DENTAL CARETillicoultry | 2.1 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – |
| THE MANOR DENTALTullibody | 2.2 miles west | ✓ | – | – |
| DOLLAR DENTAL CARE LTDDollar | 4.6 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Keilarsbrae with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Alloa, 1.0 miles south; the next are Alva (1.8 miles north-west) and Tillicoultry (2.1 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Alloa | 2 | 1.0 miles south |
| Alva | 1 | 1.8 miles north-west |
| Tillicoultry | 1 | 2.1 miles north-east |
| Tullibody | 1 | 2.2 miles west |
| Dollar | 1 | 4.6 miles north-east |
| Kincardine | 1 | 4.9 miles south-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Keilarsbrae
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Crafted Dental in Stirling (5.0 from 58 reviews), 6.1 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Crafted DentalStirling | 5.0 (58 reviews) | 6.1 miles west |
| Bannockburn Dental PracticeStirling | 4.2 (61 reviews) | 5.8 miles south-west |
| Glenbervie Dental ClinicLarbert | 4.2 (32 reviews) | 6.7 miles south |
| Inverness Dental ClinicStirling | 3.8 (39 reviews) | 6.3 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Keilarsbrae, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Falkirk Dental Care, 8.5 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is STEPHEN SHORT & ASSOCIATES, Alloa, 1 miles away. Referrals go to a practice with an NHS contract. |
| 3. The hospital for complex cases | The nearest university dental hospital is Glasgow Dental Hospital in Glasgow, about 26 miles away. |
| 4. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Keilarsbrae are commissioned by NHS Forth Valley. |
NHS orthodontics is free for eligible under-18s and is reached by referral. Distances are straight-line.
NHS orthodontics in Keilarsbrae funds treatment for patients who meet the IOTN clinical need threshold. The process starts with your dentist, includes a formal eligibility assessment, and places you on a waiting list. The main limitation is waiting time, which can be substantial across Clackmannanshire.
How Long Is the NHS Wait in Keilarsbrae?
Many patients in Clackmannanshire wait 18 months or longer between NHS referral and treatment starting. During this period teeth continue to develop and cases can become more complex. Private treatment, while more expensive, begins promptly and offers far greater choice of treatment type.
NHS Orthodontic Access in Keilarsbrae
In Scotland, NHS dental treatment — including clinically necessary orthodontics — is free for everyone under 26. Adults aged 26 and over who qualify pay 80% of the NHS fee, capped at £384 for a course of treatment. Waiting times for NHS orthodontic treatment in Clackmannanshire differ considerably between practices and can change over time.
Appointment availability and the range of treatments on offer both vary practice to practice around Keilarsbrae. Keilarsbrae falls in a more deprived area than most of Scotland, which can be relevant to NHS orthodontic eligibility. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Keilarsbrae is about 26 miles from Glasgow Dental Hospital in Glasgow. Keilarsbrae — other Urban Areas by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Forth Valley for NHS dentistry. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (7), Keilarsbrae has more choice than 74% of towns in Scotland. No orthodontic practice is recorded in Keilarsbrae. The closest on record are STEPHEN SHORT & ASSOCIATES in Alloa, about a mile away; MACDONALD AND MORSON DENTAL CARE ALVA, about 2 miles away; and TILLICOULTRY DENTAL CARE, about 2 miles away. NHS capacity is limited — practices often have closed lists for new NHS patients, which is why private treatment is the realistic route for many adults and for those who cannot wait.
What NHS Treatment Costs in Keilarsbrae
On the NHS, one course of treatment runs from fitting right through to retainers, with nothing added along the way.
Going private for the same metal braces in Keilarsbrae costs roughly £1,500–£3,500; you're paying for immediate access and appliance choice rather than a better clinical result.
Children's Orthodontics in Keilarsbrae
For many families in Keilarsbrae, the question isn't whether their child needs treatment — it's when to start. Not every child who sees an orthodontist needs treatment right away, but early identification allows targeted intervention. Early review can prevent more complex problems later and simplify treatment when it does begin.
Interceptive Orthodontic Treatment for Children in Keilarsbrae
Space maintainers hold open the gap left by a prematurely lost baby tooth, preventing neighbouring teeth from drifting in before the adult tooth erupts.
NHS Brace Eligibility in Keilarsbrae
Eligibility for NHS braces is decided by a clinical scoring system, not by appearance alone. It measures the complexity and impact of the problem, and only cases above a threshold score receive NHS funding. Understanding the scoring in advance means a more informed conversation with your dentist.
Understanding the IOTN Score
The Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need (IOTN) is the two-part scoring system orthodontists across Clackmannanshire use to decide whether a patient qualifies for NHS treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Keilarsbrae
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Keilarsbrae?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Keilarsbrae is STEPHEN SHORT & ASSOCIATES in Alloa, about 1.0 miles to the south. The next closest are MACDONALD & MORSON (1.1 miles) and MACDONALD AND MORSON DENTAL CARE ALVA (1.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Keilarsbrae?
Our register has 7 practices within 5 miles of Keilarsbrae, 52 practices within 10 miles and 147 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Keilarsbrae?
The nearest practice to Keilarsbrae that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is STEPHEN SHORT & ASSOCIATES in Alloa, about 1.0 miles to the south. Others nearby include MACDONALD & MORSON (1.1 miles) and MACDONALD AND MORSON DENTAL CARE ALVA (1.8 miles).
Which NHS body covers Keilarsbrae for dental care?
NHS dental commissioning in Keilarsbrae falls under NHS Forth Valley.
Is Keilarsbrae rural or urban?
By ONS classification, Keilarsbrae falls under other Urban Areas.
How deprived is Keilarsbrae compared with the rest of Scotland?
By the national deprivation index, Keilarsbrae is more deprived than most of Scotland. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
Which towns are close to Keilarsbrae?
Hallpark, Glenochil Village, Helensfield are within easy reach of Keilarsbrae.
Are NHS orthodontic charges the same across the UK?
No — NHS dental charges are set separately in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. What stays the same everywhere is that eligible under-18s pay nothing. Adults aged 26 and over who qualify pay 80% of the NHS fee, capped at £384 for a course of treatment.
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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