Orthodontic practices near Longside
On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of Longside, 4 practices within 10 and 13 practices within 20. The closest is GC DENTAL MINTLAW, 2.5 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GC DENTAL MINTLAWMintlaw | 2.5 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| QUEEN STREET DENTAL PRACTICEPeterhead | 5.8 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| PETERHEAD DENTAL AND IMPLANT CENTREPeterhead | 6.0 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| BUCHAN BRAES DENTAL CLINICBoddam | 6.7 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| SCHOOLHILL DENTAL PRACTICEEllon | 11.7 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| FAITHLIE DENTAL PRACTICEFraserburgh | 11.9 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| YTHAN BRIDGE DENTAL CENTREEllon | 12.0 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| T/A FRITHSIDE DENTAL CAREFraserburgh | 12.1 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Longside with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Mintlaw, 2.5 miles west; the next are Peterhead (5.8 miles east) and Boddam (6.7 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Mintlaw | 1 | 2.5 miles west |
| Peterhead | 2 | 5.8 miles east |
| Boddam | 1 | 6.7 miles south-east |
| Ellon | 2 | 11.7 miles south-west |
| Fraserburgh | 4 | 11.9 miles north |
| Oldmeldrum | 1 | 19.2 miles south-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Longside at a Glance
| Nation | Scotland |
|---|---|
| Council area | Aberdeenshire |
| NHS dental services | NHS Grampian |
| 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 | 960 |
| Practices within 5 miles | 1 practice |
| Access within Aberdeenshire | 139th closest to an orthodontic practice of 487 places in the county (the county median is 4.3 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 2.5 miles away, closer than 62% of towns in Scotland |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Aberdeen Dental School, Aberdeen — 26 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | GC DENTAL MINTLAW, Mintlaw — 2 miles QUEEN STREET DENTAL PRACTICE, Peterhead — 6 miles BUCHAN BRAES DENTAL CLINIC, Boddam — 7 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 4 within 10 miles, 13 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 Longside
Longside is 2.5 miles from GC DENTAL MINTLAW, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 4 practices, and within 20 there are 13.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Bridge of Don Dental & Aesthetic Clinic (24.3 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 3 of the practices around Longside list clear aligners, the nearest 23.7 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Longside are commissioned by NHS Grampian; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is GC DENTAL MINTLAW, 2.5 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Aberdeen Dental School in Aberdeen, about 26 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Longside
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Orthodontist in Longside: People exploring braces and clear aligners in Longside often want a better starting point than a generic directory result. It also supports people comparing orthodontic options across Aberdeenshire. Longside — a small village with a population of around 960 — is covered on this page specifically.
A quick look at Longside
Longside is home to around 960 people, classing it as a small village within Aberdeenshire. The nearest other location we cover is Cuttyhill, around 2 km to the north.
Widen your local search
For a broader view, related location pages cover Cuttyhill, Nether Kinmundy, Rora, Durie, Mintlaw, and Millbreck as well as this one.
Practice data for Longside
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Longside itself. The nearest recorded are GC DENTAL MINTLAW, about 2 miles away; QUEEN STREET DENTAL PRACTICE in Peterhead, about 6 miles away; and BUCHAN BRAES DENTAL CLINIC in Boddam, about 7 miles away.
Area profile for Longside
Classified by ONS as accessible Rural, Longside sits within NHS Grampian for NHS dental commissioning. Longside sits close to the Scotland average for deprivation. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Longside is about 26 miles from Aberdeen Dental School in Aberdeen.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Longside
Many people in Longside delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. Knowing what happens at each step — and roughly how long it takes — removes most of the uncertainty. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
Every case in Longside follows broadly the same arc; knowing the stages in advance makes the whole thing feel far more manageable.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Longside
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Longside 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.
Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Longside
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Longside — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Longside. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Longside
For wider local orthodontic research, these links help place Longside, Aberdeenshire within a broader nearby area. You can keep exploring with related pages for Cuttyhill, Nether Kinmundy, Rora, Durie, Mintlaw, and Millbreck.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Longside
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Longside often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Longside?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Longside is GC DENTAL MINTLAW, about 2.5 miles to the west. The next closest are QUEEN STREET DENTAL PRACTICE (5.8 miles) and PETERHEAD DENTAL AND IMPLANT CENTRE (6.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Longside?
Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of Longside, 4 practices within 10 miles and 13 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Longside?
The nearest practice to Longside that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is GC DENTAL MINTLAW, about 2.5 miles to the west. Others nearby include QUEEN STREET DENTAL PRACTICE (5.8 miles) and PETERHEAD DENTAL AND IMPLANT CENTRE (6.0 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Longside, Aberdeenshire?
Starting with guided photos helps turn general research into a clearer next step reviewed by a clinician.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Longside, Aberdeenshire?
Yes. A clinician-reviewed assessment can help you understand whether fixed braces or clear aligners may be more suitable based on the movements required and your treatment goals.