Braces in Lownie Moor at a Glance
| Nearest practice listing fixed braces | Perla Orthodontics, Tayport — 11.3 miles |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| Deprivation | Around the Scotland average |
| Access within Angus | 35th closest to a practice of 168 places in the county; the county median is 3.5 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 offering braces 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. Few practices near here mention fixed braces in their published information, so this lists the nearest of any kind.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | 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 orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices 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 | 10 | 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.
Jaw-related problems are among the more complex conditions treated by specialists in Lownie Moor. Some patients in Lownie Moor have jaw discrepancies that can't be corrected by moving teeth alone. A photo assessment can help flag whether specialist referral is worth pursuing.
Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) Disorders
The TMJ joints connect the lower jaw to the skull on either side of the face. TMJ disorder (TMJD) symptoms include: jaw or facial pain particularly on waking; clicking or popping sounds when opening or closing the mouth; limited mouth opening; headaches at the temples; and earache without infection.
The relationship between bite and TMJ symptoms is complex. While orthodontics can correct bite issues that may contribute to TMJ loading, it is not a guaranteed treatment for TMJ pain. Patients in Lownie Moor with significant TMJ symptoms should seek assessment from an orofacial pain specialist as a first step, before pursuing orthodontic treatment.
Near Lownie Moor: the nearest practice with a specialist orthodontist: Perla Orthodontics in Tayport (11.3 miles); the nearest general dentist, a usual first contact: Fountain Dental Group (32 miles).
Jaw Treatment in Lownie Moor — Local Context
Practices serving Lownie Moor differ in what they offer, from brace type to appointment availability. Lownie Moor is classified as accessible Rural. For NHS dental services, Lownie Moor falls under NHS Tayside. With 3 orthodontic practices within five miles, Lownie Moor is better served than 63% of towns in Scotland. 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. See local practice availability in Lownie Moor → They offer specialist orthodontic assessment for jaw problems.
Private orthodontic treatment for jaw-related conditions (standard course) in Lownie Moor typically costs between £1,500 and £5,500, depending on case complexity. Orthognathic surgery cases involve additional NHS or private surgical fees on top of orthodontic treatment costs. The referral pathway for jaw surgery begins with your dentist or orthodontist.
Skeletal Jaw Discrepancies
Skeletal underbite (Class III) occurs when the lower jaw is larger or more forward than the upper jaw. Mild cases can be addressed with camouflage orthodontics. Moderate to severe cases — particularly in adults — require orthognathic surgery to reposition one or both jaws.
Skeletal overbite / retrognathism is the reverse — the lower jaw sits noticeably smaller or further back than the upper one. In children, a functional appliance can guide jaw growth to correct it; in adults with a severe case, jaw surgery is sometimes the only route.
Facial asymmetry caused by uneven jaw growth shows up as an off-centre chin point and midlines that don't line up. A mild degree of this is genuinely common and not a concern; only when it's pronounced enough to affect function does surgical correction come into the conversation.
Skeletal open bite means the front teeth simply don't meet, a result of how the jaw has grown vertically. Severe adult cases often need surgical correction rather than orthodontics alone.
Near Lownie Moor: the nearest practice with a specialist orthodontist: Perla Orthodontics in Tayport (11.3 miles).
Frequently Asked Questions — Jaw Problems 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.
Where can I get braces near Lownie Moor?
The nearest practice to Lownie Moor that mentions fixed braces is Perla Orthodontics in Tayport, about 11.3 miles to the south.
Who commissions NHS dentistry in Lownie Moor?
NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Tayside.
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.
Which towns are close to Lownie Moor?
Caldhame, Gowanbank, Pitscandly are within easy reach of Lownie Moor.
What is a skeletal overbite?
A skeletal overbite involves the lower jaw being significantly smaller or further back than the upper jaw (retrognathism), causing a large overjet. Functional appliances guide jaw growth in children; severe adult cases may need orthognathic surgery to bring the lower jaw forward.
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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