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Orthodontic practices near Macmerry

On our practice register: 5 practices within 5 miles of Macmerry, 38 practices within 10 and 175 practices within 20. The closest is ARC SMILE in Tranent, 1.6 miles west.

PracticeDistanceNHSBracesAlignersGoogle rating
ARC SMILETranent1.6 miles west✓–––
BRIDGE DENTAL CARETranent1.8 miles west✓–––
249Longniddry2.5 miles north✓–––
27E LINKS ROADCockenzie2.7 miles north-west✓–––
FAMILY DENTAL CAREPrestonpans3.0 miles north-west✓–––
40 COURT STREETHaddington5.1 miles east✓–––
43/6 MARKET STREETHaddington5.2 miles east✓–––
Gavin Caves OrthodonticsHaddington5.2 miles east–––5.0 (480 reviews)

✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.

Nearest places to Macmerry with orthodontic practices

The closest town with orthodontic practices is Tranent, 1.6 miles west; the next are Longniddry (2.5 miles north) and Cockenzie (2.7 miles north-west).

PlacePracticesNearest
Tranent21.6 miles west
Longniddry12.5 miles north
Cockenzie12.7 miles north-west
Prestonpans13.0 miles north-west
Haddington55.1 miles east
Musselburgh75.3 miles west

Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.

Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Macmerry

Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Gavin Caves Orthodontics in Haddington (5.0 from 480 reviews), 5.2 miles east.

PracticeGoogle ratingDistance
Gavin Caves OrthodonticsHaddington5.0 (480 reviews)5.2 miles east
Orthodontic Lounge EdinburghDanderhall4.9 (79 reviews)7.5 miles west

Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.

Macmerry at a Glance

NationScotland
Council areaEast Lothian
NHS dental servicesNHS Lothian
NHS orthodontic chargesFree under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384
Area type (ONS)Accessible Rural
DeprivationAround the Scotland average
Population1,350
Practices within 5 miles5 practices, more than 71% of towns in Scotland
Access within East Lothian45th closest to an orthodontic practice of 92 places in the county (the county median is 1.7 miles)
Nearest practice compared1.6 miles away, closer than 70% of towns in Scotland
Nearest university dental hospitalDundee Dental Hospital, Dundee — 36 miles
Nearest orthodontic practicesARC SMILE, Tranent — 2 miles
249, Longniddry — 2 miles
27E LINKS ROAD, Cockenzie — 3 miles
Practices within 10 and 20 miles38 within 10 miles, 175 within 20 miles

Sources: ONS geography via postcodes.io, Census 2021 (NOMIS), DfE school statistics and Get Information About Schools, OHID Fingertips, UK NHS dental charge schedules and our orthodontic practice register. Distances are straight-line.

Getting orthodontic treatment from Macmerry

Macmerry is 1.6 miles from ARC SMILE in Tranent, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 38 practices, and within 20 there are 175.

Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: 1 of the practices around Macmerry list clear aligners, the nearest 7.5 miles away.

For NHS treatment, which is free for eligible under-18s and reached by dentist referral rather than by contacting a practice: NHS dental services around Macmerry are commissioned by NHS Lothian; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is ARC SMILE in Tranent, 1.6 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee, about 36 miles away.

Orthodontic Treatment In Macmerry

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Orthodontic services in Macmerry

Orthodontist in Macmerry: If you are comparing teeth straightening options in Macmerry, this page brings together treatment guidance, local browsing links, and clear next-step information. It connects local orthodontic research in Macmerry with the wider East Lothian area. Macmerry — a small village with a population of around 1,350 — is covered on this page specifically.

Local provider signals in Macmerry

We hold no orthodontic practice records in Macmerry itself. The closest on record are ARC SMILE in Tranent, about 2 miles away; 249 in Longniddry, about 2 miles away; and 27E LINKS ROAD in Cockenzie, about 3 miles away.

Area profile for Macmerry

Macmerry — accessible Rural by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Lothian for NHS dentistry. Macmerry has 5 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 71% of towns in Scotland. By national deprivation ranking, Macmerry is roughly mid-table for Scotland. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Macmerry is Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee, about 36 miles away.

Widen your local search

You can also compare treatment pages for New Winton, Saint Germains, Penston, Boggs Holdings, Seton Mains, and Blindwells if you are weighing up more than one location.

Where Macmerry sits locally

With a population of roughly 1,350, Macmerry is a small village within East Lothian. The nearest other location we cover is Penston, around 1 km to the east.

All Orthodontic Options in Macmerry Explained

Patients in Macmerry have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.

Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Macmerry

Every treatment type has strengths and limitations. This filters quickly to the options most relevant to your situation:

Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Macmerry

Many people in Macmerry delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.

The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage

Treatment in Macmerry runs through a predictable sequence of stages, set out below so you know what's coming.

This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Macmerry. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.

Frequently Asked Questions in Macmerry

Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Macmerry often want to know before getting started.

Where is the nearest orthodontist to Macmerry?

On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Macmerry is ARC SMILE in Tranent, about 1.6 miles to the west. The next closest are BRIDGE DENTAL CARE (1.8 miles) and 249 (2.5 miles).

How many orthodontic practices are near Macmerry?

Our register has 5 practices within 5 miles of Macmerry, 38 practices within 10 miles and 175 practices within 20 miles.

Is there an NHS orthodontist near Macmerry?

The nearest practice to Macmerry that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is ARC SMILE in Tranent, about 1.6 miles to the west. Others nearby include BRIDGE DENTAL CARE (1.8 miles) and 249 (2.5 miles).

How do I start orthodontic treatment in Macmerry, East Lothian?

Most patients start by uploading photos rather than booking a first consultation blind, which helps set expectations early.

Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Macmerry, East Lothian?

Yes. The most suitable treatment depends on the case, and an assessment can help compare braces and aligners in a more meaningful way.

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TitleMacmerry, East Lothian Braces & Aligners
PublisherVirtual Consultant Online
Published1 June 2022
Modified10 October 2026
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