NHS Treatment in Keillour at a Glance
| NHS dental services | NHS Tayside |
|---|---|
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384 |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of Scotland |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | PUBLIC DENTAL SERVICE, Perth — 6.8 miles; 12 within 10 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Dundee Dental Hospital, Dundee — about 26 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Accessible Rural |
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 Keillour
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Keillour; 17 practices within 10 and 31 practices within 20. The closest is PUBLIC DENTAL SERVICE in Perth, 6.8 miles east. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is PUBLIC DENTAL SERVICE, 6.8 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PUBLIC DENTAL SERVICEPerth | 6.8 miles east | ✓ | – | – |
| INFINITYBLU DENTAL CARECrieff | 7.4 miles west | ✓ | – | – |
| OAKBANK DENTAL CAREPerth | 7.6 miles east | ✓ | – | – |
| Infinityblu Dental Care & Implant ClinicAuchterarder | 7.8 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (152 reviews) |
| SPRING GROVE CLINICAuchterarder | 8.2 miles south | ✓ | – | – |
| BALHOUSIE DENTAL PRACTICEPerth | 8.5 miles east | ✓ | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Keillour with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Perth, 6.8 miles east; the next are Crieff (7.4 miles west) and Auchterarder (7.8 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Perth | 8 | 6.8 miles east |
| Crieff | 1 | 7.4 miles west |
| Auchterarder | 2 | 7.8 miles south |
| Scone | 1 | 9.7 miles east |
| Bridge of Earn | 1 | 10.8 miles south-east |
| Dunkeld | 1 | 11.1 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Keillour, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Bupa Dental Care, 22.4 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is PUBLIC DENTAL SERVICE, Perth, 6.8 miles away. Referrals go to a practice with an NHS contract. |
| 3. The hospital for complex cases | The nearest university dental hospital is Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee, about 26 miles away. |
| 4. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Keillour are commissioned by NHS Tayside. |
NHS orthodontics is free for eligible under-18s and is reached by referral. Distances are straight-line.
NHS orthodontic treatment in Keillour follows a structured pathway from your dentist through to a specialist. It's free for eligible under-18s and aimed primarily at children and teenagers with significant malocclusion. The main limitation is waiting time, which can be substantial across Perth and Kinross.
How the NHS Route Works in Keillour
From first check-up to retainers, the NHS process in Keillour runs like this:
- Dental check-up: Your dentist performs an initial IOTN assessment and, if eligible, makes a formal referral.
- Referral to NHS orthodontist: You join the waiting list for the local NHS orthodontic service covering Keillour.
- Specialist assessment: An orthodontist confirms your IOTN score, takes records, and confirms whether NHS treatment proceeds.
- Brace fitting: Metal fixed braces are fitted — typically 60–90 minutes.
- Active treatment: Adjustment appointments every 6–8 weeks for 18–24 months on average.
- Retention: Retainers provided at completion as part of the NHS course of care.
NHS Orthodontic Access in Keillour
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. NHS waiting times in Perth and Kinross are not fixed — they depend on the referring practice and local demand at the time.
How quickly you can be seen, and what's on offer, varies between the practices serving Keillour. Keillour falls in a less deprived area than most of Scotland. The nearest university dental hospital to Keillour is Dundee Dental Hospital, Dundee, about 26 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. Keillour is classified as accessible Rural, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Tayside. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Keillour; the nearest is about 7 miles away. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Keillour itself. The closest on record are PUBLIC DENTAL SERVICE in Perth, about 7 miles away; INFINITYBLU DENTAL CARE in Crieff, about 7 miles away; and Infinityblu Dental Care & Implant Clinic in Auchterarder, about 8 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.
How Long Is the NHS Wait in Keillour?
Many patients in Perth and Kinross 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 Brace Eligibility in Keillour
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. If NHS funding isn't available, private treatment has no eligibility threshold and no waiting list.
Not Eligible? Here's What to Do Next in Keillour
An IOTN score below grade 4 does not mean your teeth don't need attention — it means NHS resources are prioritised for the most clinically significant cases. Private treatment is open to everyone and provides more treatment choices, faster access, and a more personalised experience.
Kids' Braces & Interceptive Treatment in Keillour
Children's orthodontics in Keillour covers a spectrum from early monitoring to active interceptive treatment. The aim is to monitor development and intervene at the right time, not to begin treatment immediately. Early review can prevent more complex problems later and simplify treatment when it does begin.
Children's Orthodontics in Keillour — Local Context
Practices serving Keillour differ in what they offer, from brace type to appointment availability. Keillour's ONS geography type is accessible Rural. NHS Tayside is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Keillour. Keillour's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of Scotland. People in Keillour usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 7 miles away. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Keillour is Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee, about 26 miles away. They typically offer children's assessments and NHS-funded treatment for eligible patients.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Keillour
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Keillour?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Keillour is PUBLIC DENTAL SERVICE in Perth, about 6.8 miles to the east. The next closest are INFINITYBLU DENTAL CARE (7.4 miles) and Care Dental (7.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Keillour?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Keillour, 17 practices within 10 miles and 31 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Perth, 6.8 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Keillour?
The nearest practice to Keillour that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is PUBLIC DENTAL SERVICE in Perth, about 6.8 miles to the east. Others nearby include INFINITYBLU DENTAL CARE (7.4 miles) and OAKBANK DENTAL CARE (7.6 miles).
Which NHS body covers Keillour for dental care?
NHS dental commissioning in Keillour falls under NHS Tayside.
What kind of area is Keillour?
ONS classifies Keillour as accessible Rural.
How deprived is Keillour compared with the rest of Scotland?
By the national deprivation index, Keillour 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 Keillour?
Harrietfield, Chapelhill, Trinity Gask are within easy reach of Keillour.
Are NHS orthodontists the same as private ones?
Frequently the same specialist, sometimes even the same practice, provides both. The clinical skill doesn't change — what differs between the two routes is appliance choice, waiting time and how personalised the experience is.
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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