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Orthodontic practices near Longhills

On our practice register: 11 practices within 5 miles of Longhills, 68 practices within 10 and 78 practices within 20. The closest is DYCE DENTAL PRACTICE, 1.8 miles south.

PracticeDistanceNHSBracesAlignersGoogle rating
DYCE DENTAL PRACTICEDyce1.8 miles south✓–––
T/A MINT DENTAL CARE KINGSEATNewmacher2.3 miles north✓–––
Old Machar Dental and Implant Centre | Invisalign and Emergency Dentist AberdeenDyce3.2 miles south-east✓–✓4.8 (191 reviews)
OLDMACHAR DENTAL CAREDyce3.2 miles south-east✓–––
GRANDHOLM DENTAL CLINICAberdeen4.0 miles south-east✓–––
NORTHFIELD DENTAL CENTREKingswells4.4 miles south✓–––
WOODSIDE DENTAL PRACTICEAberdeen4.4 miles south✓–––
BRIDGE OF DON DENTAL AND AESTHETIC CLINIAberdeen4.6 miles south-east✓–––

✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.

Nearest places to Longhills with orthodontic practices

The closest town with orthodontic practices is Dyce, 1.8 miles south; the next are Newmacher (2.3 miles north) and Aberdeen (4.0 miles south-east).

PlacePracticesNearest
Dyce31.8 miles south
Newmacher12.3 miles north
Aberdeen204.0 miles south-east
Kingswells44.4 miles south
Bridge of Don14.7 miles south-east
Cults15.6 miles south

Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.

Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Longhills

Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Mastrick Smile Care in Aberdeen (4.9 from 213 reviews), 5.1 miles south.

PracticeGoogle ratingDistance
Mastrick Smile CareAberdeen4.9 (213 reviews)5.1 miles south
Gray & Ireland Dental PracticeAberdeen4.9 (183 reviews)5.9 miles south
Old Machar Dental and Implant Centre | Invisalign and Emergency Dentist AberdeenDyce4.8 (191 reviews)3.2 miles south-east
Bridge of Don Dental & Aesthetic ClinicBridge of Don4.8 (176 reviews)4.7 miles south-east

Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.

Longhills at a Glance

NationScotland
Council areaAberdeenshire
NHS dental servicesNHS Grampian
NHS orthodontic chargesFree under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384
Area type (ONS)Accessible Rural
DeprivationLess deprived than most of Scotland
Practices within 5 miles11 practices, more than 77% of towns in Scotland
Access within Aberdeenshire89th closest to an orthodontic practice of 487 places in the county (the county median is 4.3 miles)
Nearest practice compared1.8 miles away, closer than 68% of towns in Scotland
Nearest university dental hospitalAberdeen Dental School, Aberdeen — 5 miles
Nearest orthodontic practicesDYCE DENTAL PRACTICE, Dyce — 2 miles
T/A MINT DENTAL CARE KINGSEAT, Newmacher — 2 miles
GRANDHOLM DENTAL CLINIC, Aberdeen — 4 miles
Practices within 10 and 20 miles68 within 10 miles, 78 within 20 miles
Nearest general dentistDyce Dental Practice Family Dentist — 2 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 Longhills

The nearest practice to Longhills is DYCE DENTAL PRACTICE, 1.8 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 68 practices, and within 20 there are 78.

Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Bridge of Don Dental & Aesthetic Clinic (4.7 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 5 of the practices around Longhills list clear aligners, the nearest 3.2 miles away.

If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Longhills are commissioned by NHS Grampian; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is DYCE DENTAL PRACTICE, 1.8 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Aberdeen Dental School in Aberdeen, about 5 miles away.

Orthodontic Treatment In Longhills

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Compare orthodontic care in Longhills

Orthodontist in Longhills: Before booking anything in Longhills, this page gives a practical overview of treatment types, cost factors, and next steps. It also supports people comparing orthodontic options across Aberdeenshire.

Longhills in context

Classified by ONS as accessible Rural, Longhills sits within NHS Grampian for NHS dental commissioning. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (11), Longhills has more choice than 77% of towns in Scotland. By national deprivation ranking, Longhills sits among the less deprived areas of Scotland. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Longhills is Aberdeen Dental School in Aberdeen, about 5 miles away.

Browse nearby orthodontic locations

If you are comparing a wider local area, you can also browse nearby orthodontic location pages such as Boghead, Corsehill, Hill of Goval, Newpark, Drumligair, and Backhill of Goval.

Practice data for Longhills

No orthodontic practice is recorded in Longhills. The closest on record are DYCE DENTAL PRACTICE, about 2 miles away; T/A MINT DENTAL CARE KINGSEAT in Newmacher, about 2 miles away; and GRANDHOLM DENTAL CLINIC in Aberdeen, about 4 miles away.

Longhills at a glance

Just under 1 km east, Corsehill is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.

Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Longhills

Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Longhills helps you ask the right questions. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.

Questions to Ask at Your Consultation in Longhills

  • What treatment do you recommend and why?
  • How long will treatment take for my specific case?
  • What is included in the fee — retainers? Refinements? Emergency appointments?
  • What happens if treatment takes longer than planned?
  • What type of retainer will I receive and for how long should I wear it?
  • Is there a payment plan available, and what are the terms?

Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Longhills

Longhills has no orthodontic practice of its own, but a dentist — Dyce Dental Practice Family Dentist — is about 2 miles away, and a general dentist is who most people ask for an orthodontic referral in the first place. Longhills's ONS geography type is accessible Rural. NHS Grampian is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Longhills. With 11 orthodontic practices within five miles, Longhills is better served than 77% of towns in Scotland. Longhills falls in a less deprived area than most of Scotland. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Longhills is about 5 miles from Aberdeen Dental School in Aberdeen. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.

Orthodontic Treatments in Longhills

From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Longhills has the full spectrum of options. The best treatment isn't the most expensive or the most discreet — it's the one that matches your case, lifestyle and budget. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.

Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Longhills

No single treatment wins on every measure — this narrows things down to what matters most for your situation:

This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Longhills. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.

Frequently Asked Questions in Longhills

Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Longhills often want to know before getting started.

Where is the nearest orthodontist to Longhills?

On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Longhills is DYCE DENTAL PRACTICE, about 1.8 miles to the south. The next closest are T/A MINT DENTAL CARE KINGSEAT (2.3 miles) and Old Machar Dental and Implant Centre | Invisalign and Emergency Dentist Aberdeen (3.2 miles).

How many orthodontic practices are near Longhills?

Our register has 11 practices within 5 miles of Longhills, 68 practices within 10 miles and 78 practices within 20 miles.

Is there an NHS orthodontist near Longhills?

The nearest practice to Longhills that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is DYCE DENTAL PRACTICE, about 1.8 miles to the south. Others nearby include T/A MINT DENTAL CARE KINGSEAT (2.3 miles) and Old Machar Dental and Implant Centre | Invisalign and Emergency Dentist Aberdeen (3.2 miles).

How do I start orthodontic treatment in Longhills, Aberdeenshire?

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Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Longhills, Aberdeenshire?

Yes. Once a clinician has reviewed your photos, they can advise which treatment type is more likely to suit your case.

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TitleLonghills, Aberdeenshire Teeth Straightening
PublisherVirtual Consultant Online
Published1 June 2022
Modified10 October 2026
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