Costs in Lochside at a Glance
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384 |
|---|---|
| Deprivation | Around the Scotland average |
| Nearest practice listing private treatment | Portlethen Dental Care, Portlethen — 23.1 miles |
| Nearest practice listing payment plans | Portlethen Dental Care, Portlethen — 23.1 miles |
| Practices on our register | 3 within 5 miles, 5 within 10, 18 within 20 |
| Area type (ONS) | Accessible Rural |
| Access within Aberdeenshire | 237th closest to a practice of 487 places in the county; the county median is 4.3 miles |
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 Lochside that list payment plans
On our practice register: 3 practices within 5 miles of Lochside, 5 practices within 10 and 18 practices within 20. The closest is LINKS LODGE DENTAL PRACTICE in Montrose, 4.2 miles south. The nearest that mentions finance or monthly payments is Portlethen Dental Care, 23.1 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Finance | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LINKS LODGE DENTAL PRACTICEMontrose | 4.2 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| HIGH STREET DENTAL CENTREMontrose | 4.2 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| 53 JOHN STREETMontrose | 4.2 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| ESK DENTAL CAREBrechin | 9.0 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| R AND PM THOMSONBrechin | 9.3 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| ARDUTHIE DENTAL PRACTICEStonehaven | 15.5 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Lochside with practices listing payment plans
The closest town with practices listing payment plans is Montrose, 4.2 miles south; the next are Brechin (9.0 miles west) and Stonehaven (15.5 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Montrose | 3 | 4.2 miles south |
| Brechin | 2 | 9.0 miles west |
| Stonehaven | 4 | 15.5 miles north-east |
| Arbroath | 4 | 15.7 miles south |
| Forfar | 3 | 19.2 miles south-west |
| Banchory | 2 | 19.6 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
What a course costs from Lochside, travel included
The fees are typical UK private prices. Travel is added for the journey to LINKS LODGE DENTAL PRACTICE, the nearest practice on our register (4.2 miles away, about 5.5 miles by road), at the 45p a mile HMRC rate for every visit there and back.
| Treatment | Typical fee | Visits | Travel | Total from here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Metal braces | £1,500 to £3,500 | 10 to 20 | £50 to £100 | £1,550 to £3,600 |
| Ceramic braces | £2,000 to £4,500 | 10 to 20 | £50 to £100 | £2,050 to £4,600 |
| Lingual braces | £4,000 to £8,000 | 10 to 20 | £50 to £100 | £4,050 to £8,100 |
| Clear aligners | £1,500 to £5,500 | 6 to 10 | £30 to £50 | £1,530 to £5,550 |
| Invisalign | £2,500 to £5,500 | 6 to 10 | £30 to £50 | £2,530 to £5,550 |
Estimates. Fees vary by practice and case, so ask what each quote includes (retainers, refinements, emergency visits). NHS treatment for eligible under-18s is free.
What affects cost near Lochside
| Cost factor | Look for | Nearest listing it | Next nearest | Within 20 miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Free first appointment | a free consultation | not mentioned nearby | none other | 0 |
| Monthly payments | payment plans | Portlethen Dental Care (23.1 miles) | none other | 0 |
| NHS treatment | NHS orthodontics | LINKS LODGE DENTAL PRACTICE, Montrose (4.2 miles) | HIGH STREET DENTAL CENTRE (4.2 miles); 53 JOHN STREET (4.2 miles) | 18 |
| Private treatment | private fees | Portlethen Dental Care (23.1 miles) | Oris Dental & Implant Studio (24.8 miles) | 0 |
| Aligner prices to compare | aligners | Portlethen Dental Care (23.1 miles) | none other | 0 |
| Brace prices to compare | fixed braces | Portlethen Dental Care (23.1 miles) | none other | 0 |
Built from what each practice's own published information mentions, so a missing entry means not mentioned, which does not mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
The cost of straightening teeth in Lochside runs from free NHS treatment for eligible under-18s to over £7,000 for complex private cases. Most patients fall somewhere in the middle, and knowing each tier's typical cost is the first step. A photo assessment helps you gauge likely complexity before comparing quotes.
Typical Orthodontic Costs in Lochside
The table below sets out indicative private ranges in Lochside — useful for a like-for-like comparison:
| Treatment type | Typical cost range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| NHS metal braces | Free for eligible under-18s | Adults aged 26 and over who qualify pay 80% of the NHS fee, capped at £384 for a course of treatment. |
| Private metal braces | £1,500–£3,500 | No waiting list. Full arch treatment. Retainers included in good practices. |
| Ceramic braces | £2,000–£4,500 | Tooth-coloured brackets. More discreet than metal. Not NHS-available. |
| Clear aligners (non-Invisalign) | £1,500–£4,500 | Wide range by brand and complexity. Confirm refinements and retainers are included. |
| Invisalign Lite | £2,500–£3,500 | Mild cases only. Limited refinements. |
| Invisalign Comprehensive | £3,500–£5,500 | Moderate to complex. Unlimited refinements within treatment cycle. |
| Lingual braces | £4,000–£8,000 | Completely hidden. Highest cost. Fewest providers in Lochside. |
These are typical private fee ranges for Lochside — individual practices may charge more or less depending on their overheads, location, and clinician experience. Always request a written treatment plan with the full fee itemised before committing.
Cost Context for Lochside
Private full fixed brace treatment in Lochside typically costs between £1,500 and £5,500, depending on case complexity. Whether aligners or fixed braces are recommended usually comes down to case complexity rather than personal preference alone.
How quickly you can be seen, and what's on offer, varies between the practices serving Lochside. Officially, Lochside is categorised as accessible Rural. Lochside sits within NHS Grampian for NHS dental commissioning. With 3 orthodontic practices within five miles, Lochside is better served than 63% of towns in Scotland. Lochside sits close to the Scotland average for deprivation. The nearest university dental hospital to Lochside is Aberdeen Dental School, Aberdeen, about 29 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. See local practice availability in Lochside → Costs can vary significantly between providers — getting two or three quotes and comparing what's included (retainers, refinements, both arches) before committing is strongly recommended.
Orthodontic Payment Plans in Lochside
Spreading the cost of orthodontic treatment over monthly payments makes even higher-cost options such as Invisalign or ceramic braces more manageable. Most practices in Lochside offer payment plans — ask whether they are 0% interest, what deposit is required, and whether payments continue if treatment takes longer than planned.
NHS treatment is free for eligible under-18s. Adults aged 26 and over who qualify pay 80% of the NHS fee, capped at £384 for a course of treatment.
Clear aligner cost in Lochside
Clear aligner cost in Lochside varies considerably from case to case. Case complexity, number of trays, refinements and aftercare all move the total. Understanding what sits behind the number is the key to comparing value properly.
Typical Aligner Price Bands in Lochside
As a rough guide, aligner treatment in Lochside falls into these bands:
Clear aligners in Lochside — comparing lower-cost options
'Affordable' and 'cheap' are meaningfully different when it comes to aligner treatment in Lochside. Understanding what a lower price actually buys is essential before committing. Below, we break down what drives the low end of the market and how to compare it safely.
Why Some Aligners Cost Less in Lochside
Treatment scope — a limited course for minor front-tooth alignment is genuinely cheaper because there's simply less treatment involved, and that's fine when the case really is mild.
Frequently Asked Questions — Costs in Lochside
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Lochside?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Lochside is LINKS LODGE DENTAL PRACTICE in Montrose, about 4.2 miles to the south. The next closest are HIGH STREET DENTAL CENTRE (4.2 miles) and 53 JOHN STREET (4.2 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Lochside?
Our register has 3 practices within 5 miles of Lochside, 5 practices within 10 miles and 18 practices within 20 miles.
Which practices near Lochside offer payment plans?
The nearest practice to Lochside that mentions finance or monthly payment options is Portlethen Dental Care, about 23.1 miles to the north-east.
Which NHS body covers Lochside for dental care?
Lochside sits within NHS Grampian for NHS dental commissioning.
What kind of area is Lochside?
By ONS classification, Lochside falls under accessible Rural.
How deprived is Lochside compared with the rest of Scotland?
By the national deprivation index, Lochside is close to the Scotland average for deprivation. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
Which towns are close to Lochside?
Hillside, Haulkerton, Ferryden are within easy reach of Lochside.
How does case complexity affect cost?
More complex cases require more clinical time, more appointments, and sometimes additional procedures (such as tooth extractions). A mild spacing case costs significantly less than a complex overbite correction. Always confirm whether the quoted fee covers your full case or just a simple scenario.
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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