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.
For families in Lownie Moor, the NHS pathway offers a subsidised route to fixed braces for eligible children. Eligible under-18s get excellent clinical outcomes at no cost. Understanding its limits helps families in Lownie Moor plan around realistic waiting times.
What NHS Treatment Costs in Lownie Moor
On the NHS, one course of treatment runs from fitting right through to retainers, with nothing added along the way.
Going private for the same metal braces in Lownie Moor costs roughly £1,500–£3,500; you're paying for immediate access and appliance choice rather than a better clinical result.
Your NHS Journey Step by Step in Lownie Moor
The NHS pathway in Lownie Moor is well-structured — here's what to expect at each stage:
- Dental check-up: Your dentist performs an initial IOTN assessment and, if eligible, makes a formal referral.
- Referral to NHS orthodontist: You join the waiting list for the local NHS orthodontic service covering Lownie Moor.
- Specialist assessment: An orthodontist confirms your IOTN score, takes records, and confirms whether NHS treatment proceeds.
- Brace fitting: Metal fixed braces are fitted — typically 60–90 minutes.
- Active treatment: Adjustment appointments every 6–8 weeks for 18–24 months on average.
- Retention: Retainers provided at completion as part of the NHS course of care.
NHS Orthodontic Access in Lownie Moor
In Scotland, NHS dental treatment — including clinically necessary orthodontics — is free for everyone under 26. Adults aged 26 and over who qualify pay 80% of the NHS fee, capped at £384 for a course of treatment. How long NHS treatment takes to start in Angus depends heavily on the individual practice's current caseload.
Orthodontic practices in and around Lownie Moor vary in the treatments and appointment types they offer. Lownie Moor's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with Scotland as a whole. 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. NHS Tayside is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Lownie Moor. By ONS classification, Lownie Moor falls under accessible Rural. Lownie Moor has 3 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 63% of towns in Scotland. There is no orthodontist on our records in Lownie Moor itself. The nearest recorded are HIGH STREET DENTAL PRACTICE in Forfar, about 2 miles away; KIRRIEMUIR DENTAL PRACTICE, about 7 miles away; and R AND PM THOMSON in Brechin, about 10 miles away. NHS capacity is limited — practices often have closed lists for new NHS patients, which is why private treatment is the realistic route for many adults and for those who cannot wait.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment 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).
What NHS area is Lownie Moor in for dental services?
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.
What towns are near Lownie Moor?
Nearby towns include Caldhame, Lunanhead, South Whitehills.
Will I lose NHS eligibility if I turn 18 while waiting?
It's a genuine risk on a long waiting list — NHS funding is age-sensitive, so a case eligible at 16 might be assessed differently at 18. If you're close to that age and eligible now, ask about timescales; it can tip the decision toward going private.
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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