NHS Treatment in Lownie Moor at a Glance
| NHS dental services | NHS Tayside |
|---|---|
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384 |
| Deprivation | Around the Scotland average |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | HIGH STREET DENTAL PRACTICE, Forfar — 1.7 miles; 6 within 10 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Dundee Dental Hospital, Dundee — about 13 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Accessible Rural |
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 listing NHS orthodontics near Lownie Moor
On our practice register: 3 practices within 5 miles of Lownie Moor, 6 practices within 10 and 58 practices within 20. The closest is HIGH STREET DENTAL PRACTICE in Forfar, 1.7 miles north-west. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is HIGH STREET DENTAL PRACTICE, 1.7 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HIGH STREET DENTAL PRACTICEForfar | 1.7 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – |
| FORFAR DENTAL CAREForfar | 1.8 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – |
| CASTLE STREET DENTALForfar | 1.8 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – |
| KIRRIEMUIR DENTAL PRACTICEKirriemuir | 6.8 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – |
| R AND PM THOMSONBrechin | 9.9 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – |
| WHITFIELD DENTAL CAREDundee | 10.0 miles south | ✓ | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Lownie Moor with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Forfar, 1.7 miles north-west; the next are Kirriemuir (6.8 miles north-west) and Brechin (9.9 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Forfar | 3 | 1.7 miles north-west |
| Kirriemuir | 1 | 6.8 miles north-west |
| Brechin | 2 | 9.9 miles north-east |
| Dundee | 9 | 10.0 miles south |
| Monifieth | 4 | 10.1 miles south |
| Carnoustie | 2 | 10.2 miles south-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Lownie Moor
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Perla Orthodontics in Tayport (4.7 from 13 reviews), 11.3 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Perla OrthodonticsTayport | 4.7 (13 reviews) | 11.3 miles south |
| Oris Dental & Implant StudioMonifieth | 4.6 (87 reviews) | 10.3 miles south |
| Kingsway Dental PracticeDundee | 3.2 (14 reviews) | 11.0 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Lownie Moor, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Fountain Dental Group, 32 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is HIGH STREET DENTAL PRACTICE, Forfar, 1.7 miles away. Referrals go to a practice with an NHS contract. |
| 3. The hospital for complex cases | The nearest university dental hospital is Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee, about 13 miles away. |
| 4. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Lownie Moor are commissioned by NHS Tayside. |
NHS orthodontics is free for eligible under-18s and is reached by referral. Distances are straight-line.
Whether you or your child qualifies for NHS treatment in Lownie Moor comes down to a structured assessment. It measures the complexity and impact of the problem, and only cases above a threshold score receive NHS funding. Knowing where you stand before the referral process saves time and manages expectations in Lownie Moor.
Adult NHS Orthodontic Access in Lownie Moor
Adults (18 and over) are rarely eligible for NHS orthodontic treatment in Lownie Moor. NHS funding for adults is generally limited to severe clinical cases — such as jaw surgery patients or those with significant cleft palate-related needs. Cosmetic adult orthodontics is not NHS-funded.
If you are an adult seeking straighter teeth, private treatment is almost certainly your route. Many practices serving Lownie Moor offer competitive fees and flexible payment plans across fixed braces and clear aligner options.
Eligibility in Lownie Moor — Local Context
Waiting times for NHS orthodontic treatment in Angus differ considerably between practices and can change over time.
What's available in Lownie Moor depends on the practice, so it's worth checking directly what each one offers. National deprivation data puts Lownie Moor close to the Scotland median. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Lownie Moor is Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee, about 13 miles away. Classified by ONS as accessible Rural, Lownie Moor sits within NHS Tayside for NHS dental commissioning. With 3 orthodontic practices within five miles, Lownie Moor is better served than 63% of towns in Scotland. See local practice availability in Lownie Moor → If you or your child do not meet the IOTN threshold for NHS treatment, private orthodontic care with no eligibility barrier and no waiting list is available from local practices, typically ranging from £1,500 to £5,500 depending on treatment type.
Private Alternatives If You're Not NHS-Eligible in Lownie Moor
Patients who don't meet the IOTN threshold have several straightforward private options. A free photo assessment through Virtual Consultant Online is a quick first step to understand which treatments suit your case and what they typically cost locally — before committing to a paid in-person consultation.
Private orthodontic practices in Lownie Moor have no eligibility requirements and can treat any case regardless of severity or age. Payment plans spread costs over the treatment period, often at 0% interest, making private treatment accessible even for patients on a modest budget.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Eligibility in Lownie Moor
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Lownie Moor?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Lownie Moor is HIGH STREET DENTAL PRACTICE in Forfar, about 1.7 miles to the north-west. The next closest are FORFAR DENTAL CARE (1.8 miles) and CASTLE STREET DENTAL (1.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Lownie Moor?
Our register has 3 practices within 5 miles of Lownie Moor, 6 practices within 10 miles and 58 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Lownie Moor?
The nearest practice to Lownie Moor that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is HIGH STREET DENTAL PRACTICE in Forfar, about 1.7 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include FORFAR DENTAL CARE (1.8 miles) and CASTLE STREET DENTAL (1.8 miles).
Who commissions NHS dentistry in Lownie Moor?
Lownie Moor sits within NHS Tayside for NHS dental commissioning.
What kind of area is Lownie Moor?
By ONS classification, Lownie Moor falls under accessible Rural.
How deprived is Lownie Moor compared with the rest of Scotland?
By the national deprivation index, Lownie Moor is close to the Scotland average for deprivation. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
What towns are near Lownie Moor?
Caldhame, Blackgate, South Whitehills are within easy reach of Lownie Moor.
How long is the NHS orthodontic waiting list in Lownie Moor?
Typically 12-24 months in Angus, sometimes longer depending on the area. Private treatment skips the wait entirely — contact local practices for a current NHS estimate.
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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