Retainers in Lownie Moor at a Glance
| Nearest practice listing retainers | Kingsway Dental Practice, Dundee — 11 miles |
|---|---|
| Nearest practice with emergency care | None within 30 miles on our register |
| Nearest practice open evenings or weekends | Oris Dental & Implant Studio, Monifieth — 10.3 miles |
| Practices on our register | 3 within 5 miles, 6 within 10, 58 within 20 |
| Area type (ONS) | Accessible Rural |
| Deprivation | Around the Scotland average |
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 near Lownie Moor listing retainers
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 retainers is Kingsway Dental Practice, 11.0 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | Retainers | Emergency care | Evenings or weekends | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kingsway Dental PracticeDundee | 11.0 miles south | ✓ | – | – | 3.2 (14 reviews) |
| Perla OrthodonticsTayport | 11.3 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (13 reviews) |
✓ 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 retainers
The closest town with practices listing retainers is Dundee, 11.0 miles south; the next are Tayport (11.3 miles south).
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 |
| 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.
Retainers near Lownie Moor
| What you may need | Look for | Nearest listing it | Next nearest | Within 20 miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Retainers | retainers | Kingsway Dental Practice, Dundee (11 miles) | Perla Orthodontics (11.3 miles) | 2 |
| Urgent repairs | emergency care | not mentioned nearby | none other | 0 |
| Visits outside working hours | evening or weekend opening | Oris Dental & Implant Studio, Monifieth (10.3 miles) | Perla Orthodontics (11.3 miles) | 2 |
| A fresh scan for a new retainer | digital scanning | not mentioned nearby | none other | 0 |
Built from what each practice's own published information mentions, so a missing entry means not mentioned, which does not mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Retainers are the final — and permanent — phase of any orthodontic treatment. Relapse begins quickly once active treatment stops, which is why retention never truly ends. Practices across Lownie Moor usually supply both a fixed wire and a removable tray for belt-and-braces protection.
Replacing and Maintaining Retainers in Lownie Moor
Essix retainers need replacing every one to three years on average — heat from dishwashers, hot drinks or a hot car warps the plastic. Clean them with a soft brush and cold water, never abrasive toothpaste, and use cleaning tablets occasionally.
Treat a lost or broken retainer as time-sensitive. Any orthodontic practice in Lownie Moor can help, and catching a problem early is always far cheaper than dealing with relapse later.
Retainer Services in Lownie Moor
How quickly you can be seen, and what's on offer, varies between the practices serving Lownie Moor. By ONS classification, Lownie Moor falls under accessible Rural. Lownie Moor sits within NHS Tayside for NHS dental commissioning. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (3), Lownie Moor has more choice than 63% of towns in Scotland. Lownie Moor's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with Scotland as a whole. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Lownie Moor is about 13 miles from Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee. See local practice availability in Lownie Moor → They typically offer retainer fitting, replacement, and emergency repair appointments.
Expect private replacement Essix retainers (per arch) costs in Lownie Moor to fall roughly between £80 and £150. Most practices can fabricate a replacement from a new scan or impression within a few working days. If you have moved away from your original treating practice, any orthodontic or dental practice in Lownie Moor can usually provide replacement retainers.
Which Retainer Is Right for You in Lownie Moor?
Fixed (bonded) retainers are thin wires bonded behind the front teeth — usually the lower six, sometimes the upper too. They're permanent, invisible from the front, and need no daily effort, though they require careful cleaning with floss threaders to keep the gum healthy.
Essix retainers are the transparent tray-style retainer worn over the teeth — nearly invisible and comfortable, though the plastic warps if exposed to heat and usually lasts one to three years.
Hawley retainers use an acrylic plate with a wire across the front teeth. Sturdier and repairable, they last far longer than clear trays at the cost of being more noticeable.
Many orthodontists in Lownie Moor now provide both a fixed wire for continuous protection and a removable Essix tray for overnight use, combining the strengths of each.
Frequently Asked Questions — Retainers 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 a retainer near Lownie Moor?
The nearest practice to Lownie Moor that lists retainers is Kingsway Dental Practice in Dundee, about 11.0 miles to the south. Others nearby include Perla Orthodontics (11.3 miles).
Who commissions NHS dentistry in Lownie Moor?
NHS dental commissioning in Lownie Moor falls under NHS Tayside.
What kind of area is Lownie Moor?
ONS classifies Lownie Moor as 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?
Nearby towns include Lunanhead, Burnside, Dunnichen.
How do I clean my retainer?
Rinse with cold water every time you take it out, and brush gently with a soft toothbrush — skip toothpaste, it's too abrasive. Cleaning tablets once or twice a week help with calculus, and hot water or the dishwasher are both off-limits.
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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