NHS Treatment in Mastrick at a Glance
| NHS dental services | NHS Grampian |
|---|---|
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384 |
| Deprivation | More deprived than most of Scotland |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | Mastrick Smile Care, Aberdeen — under a mile; 26 within 10 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Aberdeen Dental School, Aberdeen — about 1 mile |
| Area type (ONS) | Large Urban Areas |
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 Mastrick
On our practice register: 58 practices within 5 miles of Mastrick, 63 practices within 10 and 77 practices within 20. The closest is Mastrick Smile Care in Aberdeen, 0.3 miles south. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is Mastrick Smile Care, 0.3 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mastrick Smile CareAberdeen | 0.3 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (213 reviews) |
| MASTRICK DENTAL CENTREKingswells | 0.3 miles south | ✓ | – | – |
| MASTRICK SMILE CAREKingswells | 0.3 miles south | ✓ | – | – |
| NORTHFIELD DENTAL CENTREKingswells | 0.4 miles north | ✓ | – | – |
| PRIMARY CARE DENTAL SERVICESCults | 0.8 miles south | ✓ | – | – |
| HILTON DENTAL PRACTICEAberdeen | 1.5 miles east | ✓ | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Mastrick with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Aberdeen, 0.3 miles south; the next are Kingswells (0.3 miles south) and Cults (0.8 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Aberdeen | 21 | 0.3 miles south |
| Kingswells | 3 | 0.3 miles south |
| Cults | 2 | 0.8 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Mastrick
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Andrew Scott Dental Care in Aberdeen (4.9 from 240 reviews), 1.6 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Andrew Scott Dental CareAberdeen | 4.9 (240 reviews) | 1.6 miles south-east |
| Mastrick Smile CareAberdeen | 4.9 (213 reviews) | 0.3 miles south |
| Aberdeen OrthodonticsAberdeen | 4.8 (106 reviews) | 2.2 miles east |
| Visage Orthodontics Aberdeen | Orthodontist in Aberdeen for Invisalign & BracesAberdeen | 4.6 (82 reviews) | 2.1 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Mastrick, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Northfield Dental Centre, under a mile away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Mastrick Smile Care, Aberdeen, under a mile away. Referrals go to a practice with an NHS contract. |
| 3. The hospital for complex cases | The nearest university dental hospital is Aberdeen Dental School in Aberdeen, about 1 mile away. |
| 4. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Mastrick are commissioned by NHS Grampian. |
NHS orthodontics is free for eligible under-18s and is reached by referral. Distances are straight-line.
For families in Mastrick, 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 Mastrick plan around realistic waiting times.
NHS Orthodontic Access in Mastrick
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. NHS waiting times in Aberdeen City are not fixed — they depend on the referring practice and local demand at the time.
Practices serving Mastrick differ in what they offer, from brace type to appointment availability. Mastrick's deprivation ranking places it in a more deprived band than most of Scotland. The nearest university dental hospital to Mastrick is Aberdeen Dental School, Aberdeen, about 1 mile away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. NHS dental commissioning in Mastrick falls under NHS Grampian. Mastrick's ONS geography type is large Urban Areas. With 58 orthodontic practices within five miles, Mastrick is better served than 93% of towns in Scotland. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Mastrick itself. The nearest recorded are Mastrick Smile Care in Aberdeen, under a mile away; MASTRICK DENTAL CENTRE in Kingswells, under a mile away; and PRIMARY CARE DENTAL SERVICES in Cults, under a mile 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.
NHS Orthodontic Costs in Mastrick
An NHS course covers the entire treatment: appointments, the brace, adjustments, de-bonding and retainers.
Private treatment in Mastrick trades cost for speed and choice — around £1,500–£3,500 for metal braces, but starting within weeks and with ceramic, lingual and aligner options on the table.
NHS Waiting Times in Mastrick
NHS orthodontic waiting times in Aberdeen City vary and can range from 12 to 36 months from referral to treatment starting. For families where timing is important — particularly approaching the optimal treatment age — private orthodontics eliminates the wait entirely and typically begins within a few weeks of consultation.
Orthodontic Eligibility in Mastrick
Many patients in Mastrick are surprised they don't automatically qualify for NHS braces. Even visibly crooked teeth may score below the threshold, which is why understanding IOTN matters. This guide explains how IOTN works, who qualifies, and what private options exist if you don't.
Eligibility in Mastrick — Local Context
Waiting times for NHS orthodontic treatment in Aberdeen City differ considerably between practices and can change over time.
Children's Orthodontics in Mastrick
Orthodontic problems in children are often best identified early. Understanding the difference between monitoring, interceptive and definitive treatment helps parents navigate it. This guide explains the age-7 assessment, interceptive options and NHS access for children.
NHS Orthodontics for Children in Mastrick
Children in Mastrick who meet the IOTN eligibility threshold are entitled to NHS-funded orthodontic treatment. Referrals are made by the child's dentist once most adult teeth have erupted. NHS treatment for children is almost always metal fixed braces.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Mastrick
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Mastrick?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Mastrick is Mastrick Smile Care in Aberdeen, about 0.3 miles to the south. The next closest are MASTRICK DENTAL CENTRE (0.3 miles) and MASTRICK SMILE CARE (0.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Mastrick?
Our register has 58 practices within 5 miles of Mastrick, 63 practices within 10 miles and 77 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Mastrick?
The nearest practice to Mastrick that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Mastrick Smile Care in Aberdeen, about 0.3 miles to the south. Others nearby include MASTRICK DENTAL CENTRE (0.3 miles) and MASTRICK SMILE CARE (0.3 miles).
Who commissions NHS dentistry in Mastrick?
Mastrick sits within NHS Grampian for NHS dental commissioning.
Is Mastrick rural or urban?
By ONS classification, Mastrick falls under large Urban Areas.
How deprived is Mastrick compared with the rest of Scotland?
By the national deprivation index, Mastrick is more deprived than most of Scotland. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
Which towns are close to Mastrick?
Nearby towns include Mannofield, Mains of Grandhome, Cults.
Will I lose NHS eligibility if I turn 18 while waiting?
This is a real risk with long waiting lists. NHS orthodontic funding is age-sensitive, so a case that qualifies at 16 may be assessed differently once you turn 18. If you're close to 18 and eligible, ask your dentist about timescales — it can be a reason to consider private treatment.
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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