Orthodontic practices near Kinglassie
On our practice register: 15 practices within 5 miles of Kinglassie, 31 practices within 10 and 220 practices within 20. The closest is Breeze Family Dental Care (Cardenden), 1.8 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Breeze Family Dental Care (Cardenden)Cardenden | 1.8 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.9 (82 reviews) |
| BREEZE FAMILY DENTAL CARDENDENCardenden | 1.8 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| LESLIE MEADOWS DENTAL CARELeslie | 2.3 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| SALTIRE DENTAL PRACTICEGlenrothes | 2.6 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Saltire Dental Practice LtdGlenrothes | 2.6 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.4 (115 reviews) |
| BUPA DENTAL CAREThornton | 3.1 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| NORTH STREET DENTAL PRACTICEGlenrothes | 3.3 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| ROSEWELL DENTAL CLINICBallingry | 3.3 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Kinglassie with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Cardenden, 1.8 miles south-west; the next are Leslie (2.3 miles north) and Glenrothes (2.6 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Cardenden | 2 | 1.8 miles south-west |
| Leslie | 1 | 2.3 miles north |
| Glenrothes | 4 | 2.6 miles north-east |
| Thornton | 1 | 3.1 miles east |
| Ballingry | 1 | 3.3 miles west |
| Markinch | 1 | 3.6 miles north-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Kinglassie
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is International Smiles in Burntisland (5.0 from 29 reviews), 7.7 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| International SmilesBurntisland | 5.0 (29 reviews) | 7.7 miles south |
| Kelty Dental PracticeKelty | 4.9 (282 reviews) | 5.9 miles south-west |
| Breeze Family Dental Care (Cardenden)Cardenden | 4.9 (82 reviews) | 1.8 miles south-west |
| Balbirnie Oral Care LtdGlenrothes | 4.6 (11 reviews) | 3.5 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Kinglassie at a Glance
| Nation | Scotland |
|---|---|
| Council area | Fife |
| NHS dental services | NHS Fife |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384 |
| Area type (ONS) | Accessible Rural |
| Deprivation | Around the Scotland average |
| Population | 1,820 |
| Practices within 5 miles | 15 practices, more than 80% of towns in Scotland |
| Access within Fife | 123rd closest to an orthodontic practice of 229 places in the county (the county median is 1.5 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 1.8 miles away, closer than 68% of towns in Scotland |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Dundee Dental Hospital, Dundee — 22 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Breeze Family Dental Care (Cardenden), Cardenden — 2 miles LESLIE MEADOWS DENTAL CARE, Leslie — 2 miles SALTIRE DENTAL PRACTICE, Glenrothes — 3 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 31 within 10 miles, 220 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 Kinglassie
Kinglassie is 1.8 miles from Breeze Family Dental Care (Cardenden), its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 31 practices, and within 20 there are 220.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: 1 of the practices around Kinglassie list clear aligners, the nearest 2.6 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 Kinglassie are commissioned by NHS Fife; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is BREEZE FAMILY DENTAL CARDENDEN, 1.8 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee, about 22 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Kinglassie
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Orthodontist in Kinglassie: This page helps people researching orthodontic treatment in Kinglassie understand their options before committing to an appointment. It is written to be useful for anyone researching treatment across Fife, not just Kinglassie. Kinglassie — a small village with a population of around 1,820 — is covered on this page specifically.
Keep exploring nearby
Nearby location pages including Cluny, Auchmuirbridge, Auchterderran, Cardenden, Leslie, and Tanshall can help you keep exploring local orthodontic treatment options.
Kinglassie in context
Classified by ONS as accessible Rural, Kinglassie sits within NHS Fife for NHS dental commissioning. Kinglassie has 15 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 80% of towns in Scotland. By national deprivation ranking, Kinglassie is roughly mid-table for Scotland. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Kinglassie is about 22 miles from Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee.
What we know about practices near Kinglassie
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Kinglassie itself. The closest on record are Breeze Family Dental Care (Cardenden), about 2 miles away; LESLIE MEADOWS DENTAL CARE, about 2 miles away; and SALTIRE DENTAL PRACTICE in Glenrothes, about 3 miles away.
Local snapshot of Kinglassie
Kinglassie has a population of around 1,820, making it a small village within Fife. Heading south-east for around 3 km brings you to Cluny, the closest linked location.
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Kinglassie
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Kinglassie helps you ask the right questions. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Kinglassie
Appointment availability and the range of treatments on offer both vary practice to practice around Kinglassie. Kinglassie — accessible Rural by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Fife for NHS dentistry. Kinglassie has 15 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 80% of towns in Scotland. Kinglassie's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with Scotland as a whole. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Kinglassie is Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee, about 22 miles away. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
All Orthodontic Options in Kinglassie Explained
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Kinglassie has the full spectrum of options. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs.
Treatment Options in Kinglassie — Local Context
Treatment range and appointment slots differ between the practices covering Kinglassie — comparing a couple is worthwhile. By ONS classification, Kinglassie falls under accessible Rural. NHS dental commissioning in Kinglassie falls under NHS Fife. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (15), Kinglassie has more choice than 80% of towns in Scotland. By national deprivation ranking, Kinglassie is roughly mid-table for Scotland. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Kinglassie is Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee, about 22 miles away. There is no orthodontist on our records in Kinglassie itself. The closest on record are Breeze Family Dental Care (Cardenden), about 2 miles away; LESLIE MEADOWS DENTAL CARE, about 2 miles away; and SALTIRE DENTAL PRACTICE in Glenrothes, about 3 miles away. Straightforward crowding or spacing cases often suit aligners; more involved bite corrections are more often treated with fixed braces.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Kinglassie. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Kinglassie
This section is aimed at people whose search for treatment isn't limited to Kinglassie, Fife alone. For a broader comparison, pages for Cluny, Auchmuirbridge, Auchterderran, Cardenden, Leslie, and Tanshall follow the same format.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Kinglassie
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Kinglassie often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Kinglassie?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Kinglassie is Breeze Family Dental Care (Cardenden), about 1.8 miles to the south-west. The next closest are BREEZE FAMILY DENTAL CARDENDEN (1.8 miles) and LESLIE MEADOWS DENTAL CARE (2.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Kinglassie?
Our register has 15 practices within 5 miles of Kinglassie, 31 practices within 10 miles and 220 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Kinglassie?
The nearest practice to Kinglassie that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is BREEZE FAMILY DENTAL CARDENDEN, about 1.8 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include LESLIE MEADOWS DENTAL CARE (2.3 miles) and SALTIRE DENTAL PRACTICE (2.6 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Kinglassie, Fife?
Most patients start by uploading photos rather than booking a first consultation blind, which helps set expectations early.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Kinglassie, Fife?
Yes. Comparing the two properly usually means having someone assess your bite and alignment first.