Orthodontic practices near Liddel
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of Liddel; 4 practices within 20. The closest is THE BALFOUR in Kirkwall, 16.2 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| THE BALFOURKirkwall | 16.2 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| ORKNEY DENTALKirkwall | 16.6 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| KIRKWALL DENTAL PRACTICEKirkwall | 16.7 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| DAISYBANK CLINICKirkwall | 16.8 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| ORKNEY DENTALStromness | 20.1 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| WICK DENTAL PRACTICEWick | 20.4 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| THE BRIDGES DENTAL CLINICWick | 21.3 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| BRIDGEND HEALTH CARE CENTREThurso | 23.2 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Liddel with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Kirkwall, 16.2 miles north; the next are Stromness (20.1 miles north-west) and Wick (20.4 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Kirkwall | 4 | 16.2 miles north |
| Stromness | 1 | 20.1 miles north-west |
| Wick | 2 | 20.4 miles south |
| Thurso | 3 | 23.2 miles south-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Liddel at a Glance
| Nation | Scotland |
|---|---|
| Council area | Orkney Islands |
| NHS dental services | NHS Orkney |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384 |
| Area type (ONS) | Remote Rural |
| Deprivation | Around the Scotland average |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Orkney Islands | 121st closest to an orthodontic practice of 149 places in the county (the county median is 8.4 miles) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | THE BALFOUR, Kirkwall — 16 miles ORKNEY DENTAL, Stromness — 20 miles WICK DENTAL PRACTICE, Wick — 20 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 35 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 0 within 10 miles, 4 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 Liddel
Liddel is a long way from a practice: the nearest we list is THE BALFOUR in Kirkwall, 16.2 miles away. Starting with a remote assessment, and asking any practice how few visits a plan can be built around, avoids journeys you do not need. 4 practices are within 20 miles.
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 Liddel are commissioned by NHS Orkney, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is THE BALFOUR in Kirkwall, 16.2 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Liddel to THE BALFOUR is roughly 35 minutes each way. A course of fixed braces typically means 10 to 20 visits (a consultation, the fitting, 7 to 17 adjustments and the removal), which from here comes to about 420 to 840 miles and 12 to 23 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £190 to £380 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 250 to 420 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey.
Orthodontic Treatment In Liddel
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Orthodontist in Liddel: This page was put together for people in Liddel who want more than a generic search result before choosing a treatment route. It is written to be useful for anyone researching treatment across Orkney Islands, not just Liddel.
Local context for Liddel
The nearest other location we cover is Cleat, under 1 km to the north.
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You can also compare treatment pages for Cleat, Burwick, Aikers, Newbigging, Widewall, and Saint Margaret's Hope if you are weighing up more than one location.
Practice signals around Liddel
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Liddel itself. The nearest we do hold are THE BALFOUR in Kirkwall, about 16 miles away; ORKNEY DENTAL in Stromness, about 20 miles away; and WICK DENTAL PRACTICE, about 20 miles away.
Liddel in context
Officially, Liddel is categorised as remote Rural. For NHS dental services, Liddel falls under NHS Orkney. Liddel has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 16 miles away. Liddel sits close to the Scotland average for deprivation.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Liddel
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Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Liddel
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The Orthodontic Journey in Liddel
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Frequently Asked Questions in Liddel
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Liddel often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Liddel?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Liddel is THE BALFOUR in Kirkwall, about 16.2 miles to the north. The next closest are ORKNEY DENTAL (16.6 miles) and KIRKWALL DENTAL PRACTICE (16.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Liddel?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Liddel, 0 practices within 10 miles and 4 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Kirkwall, 16.2 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Liddel?
The nearest practice to Liddel that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is THE BALFOUR in Kirkwall, about 16.2 miles to the north. Others nearby include ORKNEY DENTAL (16.6 miles) and KIRKWALL DENTAL PRACTICE (16.7 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Liddel, Orkney Islands?
A practical first step is to upload guided photos online so a clinician can review your teeth, bite, and alignment concerns before you arrange a visit.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Liddel, Orkney Islands?
Yes. Once a clinician has reviewed your photos, they can advise which treatment type is more likely to suit your case.