Orthodontic practices 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.
| 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.
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 orthodontic landscape in Lownie Moor offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
Treatment Options in Lownie Moor — Local Context
Not every practice near Lownie Moor offers the same treatments, so it's worth checking what each one covers. Lownie Moor is classified as accessible Rural, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Tayside. With 3 orthodontic practices within five miles, Lownie Moor is better served than 63% of towns in Scotland. By national deprivation ranking, Lownie Moor is roughly mid-table for Scotland. The nearest university dental hospital to Lownie Moor is Dundee Dental Hospital, Dundee, about 13 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. No orthodontic practice is recorded in Lownie Moor. 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. Case complexity — not just preference — is usually what determines whether aligners or fixed braces are recommended.
Expect private orthodontic treatment costs in Lownie Moor to fall roughly between £1,500 and £5,500. NHS metal braces are free for under-18s who meet the IOTN threshold.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Lownie Moor
Every treatment type has strengths and limitations. This filters quickly to the options most relevant to your situation:
If NHS eligibility is your priority
NHS funding only ever covers metal fixed braces, and only for under-18s who meet the IOTN threshold. In Lownie Moor that's delivered through contracted practices via a GP or dentist referral, with a waiting list attached — but the clinical result is no different from going private.
If discretion is your priority
Lingual braces (invisible from front) or clear aligners (virtually invisible) are the options. Lingual braces handle more complex cases but cost more and require specialist fitting. Clear aligners require consistent daily wear. Ceramic braces are a mid-point — much less visible than metal but not hidden.
If budget is your primary concern
On price, metal fixed braces in Lownie Moor are the cheapest private starting point at around £1,500 up, and entry-level aligner systems can compete for mild cases — ceramic and lingual braces sit at the premium end.
If case complexity is high
Complex bite corrections, severe crowding or significant tooth rotation are better matched to a fixed brace — metal, ceramic or lingual. Aligners can stretch to moderate complexity but do have real clinical limits, so a specialist assessment matters more the harder the case.
Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Lownie Moor
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Lownie Moor — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.
- Fixed braces (metal, ceramic or lingual) — the widest case coverage, and the only NHS-funded route for eligible under-18s.
- Clear aligners — removable, discreet, best suited to mild-to-moderate cases with consistent wear.
- Invisalign — the market-leading aligner brand, with the widest case range among aligner systems.
- Full cost breakdown for every option: costs in Lownie Moor.
- NHS eligibility and the referral pathway: NHS orthodontics in Lownie Moor.
Frequently Asked Questions — Treatments 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?
NHS dental commissioning in Lownie Moor falls under 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?
Nearby towns include Reswallie, Dunnichen, Blackgate.
What factors affect which treatment I'm offered?
Key factors: type and severity of movement needed, your age, NHS eligibility, aesthetic preferences, compliance ability, budget, and any relevant dental history (gum disease, extractions, crowns).
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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