Orthodontic practices near Memus
On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of Memus, 4 practices within 10 and 58 practices within 20. The closest is KIRRIEMUIR DENTAL PRACTICE, 3.9 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KIRRIEMUIR DENTAL PRACTICEKirriemuir | 3.9 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| FORFAR DENTAL CAREForfar | 5.5 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| CASTLE STREET DENTALForfar | 5.5 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| HIGH STREET DENTAL PRACTICEForfar | 5.6 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| R AND PM THOMSONBrechin | 10.5 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| ESK DENTAL CAREBrechin | 10.7 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| INFINITYBLU DENTAL CARE & IMPLANT CLINICAlyth | 12.9 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| WHITFIELD DENTAL CAREDundee | 15.9 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Memus with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Kirriemuir, 3.9 miles south-west; the next are Forfar (5.5 miles south) and Brechin (10.5 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Kirriemuir | 1 | 3.9 miles south-west |
| Forfar | 3 | 5.5 miles south |
| Brechin | 2 | 10.5 miles east |
| Alyth | 1 | 12.9 miles south-west |
| Dundee | 13 | 15.9 miles south |
| Monifieth | 4 | 16.7 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Memus
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Oris Dental & Implant Studio in Monifieth (4.6 from 87 reviews), 17.1 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Oris Dental & Implant StudioMonifieth | 4.6 (87 reviews) | 17.1 miles south |
| Wrights DentalDundee | 4.1 (19 reviews) | 16.8 miles south |
| Kingsway Dental PracticeDundee | 3.2 (14 reviews) | 16.6 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Memus at a Glance
| Nation | Scotland |
|---|---|
| Council area | Angus |
| NHS dental services | NHS Tayside |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384 |
| Area type (ONS) | Accessible Rural |
| Deprivation | Around the Scotland average |
| Practices within 5 miles | 1 practice |
| Access within Angus | 92nd closest to an orthodontic practice of 168 places in the county (the county median is 3.5 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 3.9 miles away, closer than 51% of towns in Scotland |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Dundee Dental Hospital, Dundee — 18 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | KIRRIEMUIR DENTAL PRACTICE, Kirriemuir — 4 miles FORFAR DENTAL CARE, Forfar — 6 miles R AND PM THOMSON, Brechin — 10 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 4 within 10 miles, 58 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 Memus
The nearest practice to Memus is KIRRIEMUIR DENTAL PRACTICE, 3.9 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 4 practices, and within 20 there are 58.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Kingsway Dental Practice (16.6 miles) mentions a free consultation.
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 Memus are commissioned by NHS Tayside; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is KIRRIEMUIR DENTAL PRACTICE, 3.9 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee, about 18 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Memus
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If you are looking for an orthodontist in Memus, this page is designed to help you compare braces, clear aligners, and online assessment options before arranging a visit. It also supports people comparing orthodontic options across Angus.
Memus in context
Classified by ONS as accessible Rural, Memus sits within NHS Tayside for NHS dental commissioning. By national deprivation ranking, Memus is roughly mid-table for Scotland. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Memus is about 18 miles from Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee.
What local practice data suggests in Memus
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Memus. The nearest recorded are KIRRIEMUIR DENTAL PRACTICE, about 4 miles away; FORFAR DENTAL CARE, about 6 miles away; and R AND PM THOMSON in Brechin, about 10 miles away.
Where Memus sits locally
Inverquharity is the closest neighbouring location page, around 3 km south-west of Memus.
Widen your local search
Related pages for Inverquharity, Glenogil, Cortachy, Noranside, Padanaram, and Ballindarg are worth a look if you want to widen your search beyond this area.
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Memus
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Memus helps you ask the right questions. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
Treatment in Memus runs through a predictable sequence of stages, set out below so you know what's coming.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Memus
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Memus can feel overwhelming at first. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.
Treatment Options in Memus — Local Context
Not every practice near Memus offers the same treatments, so it's worth checking what each one covers. Memus is classified as accessible Rural, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Tayside. By national deprivation ranking, Memus is roughly mid-table for Scotland. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Memus is Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee, about 18 miles away. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Memus itself. The nearest recorded are KIRRIEMUIR DENTAL PRACTICE, about 4 miles away; FORFAR DENTAL CARE, about 6 miles away; and R AND PM THOMSON in Brechin, about 10 miles away. Mild-to-moderate crowding or spacing is often suitable for clear aligners, while more complex cases are more commonly recommended fixed braces.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Memus. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Memus
This part of the page places Memus, Angus in context alongside the towns and areas around it. If you're still deciding, related pages for Inverquharity, Glenogil, Cortachy, Noranside, Padanaram, and Ballindarg may help.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Memus
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Memus often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Memus?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Memus is KIRRIEMUIR DENTAL PRACTICE, about 3.9 miles to the south-west. The next closest are FORFAR DENTAL CARE (5.5 miles) and CASTLE STREET DENTAL (5.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Memus?
Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of Memus, 4 practices within 10 miles and 58 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Memus?
The nearest practice to Memus that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is KIRRIEMUIR DENTAL PRACTICE, about 3.9 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include FORFAR DENTAL CARE (5.5 miles) and CASTLE STREET DENTAL (5.5 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Memus, Angus?
Beginning with an online photo review is usually quicker than arranging an in-person consultation for an initial opinion.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Memus, Angus?
Yes. A case-specific comparison is more useful than a general one, and an online assessment can provide that.