Costs in Memus at a Glance
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384 |
|---|---|
| Deprivation | Around the Scotland average |
| Nearest practice listing private treatment | Kingsway Dental Practice, Dundee — 16.6 miles |
| Nearest practice listing payment plans | Kingsway Dental Practice, Dundee — 16.6 miles |
| Practices on our register | 1 within 5 miles, 4 within 10, 58 within 20 |
| Area type (ONS) | Accessible Rural |
| Access within Angus | 92nd closest to a practice of 168 places in the county; the county median is 3.5 miles |
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 Memus that list payment plans
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. The nearest that mentions finance or monthly payments is Kingsway Dental Practice, 16.6 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Finance | 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 | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Memus with practices listing payment plans
The closest town with practices listing payment plans 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.
What a course costs from Memus, travel included
The fees are typical UK private prices. Travel is added for the journey to KIRRIEMUIR DENTAL PRACTICE, the nearest practice on our register (3.9 miles away, about 5.1 miles by road), at the 45p a mile HMRC rate for every visit there and back.
| Treatment | Typical fee | Visits | Travel | Total from here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Metal braces | £1,500 to £3,500 | 10 to 20 | £45 to £90 | £1,545 to £3,590 |
| Ceramic braces | £2,000 to £4,500 | 10 to 20 | £45 to £90 | £2,045 to £4,590 |
| Lingual braces | £4,000 to £8,000 | 10 to 20 | £45 to £90 | £4,045 to £8,090 |
| Clear aligners | £1,500 to £5,500 | 6 to 10 | £25 to £45 | £1,525 to £5,545 |
| Invisalign | £2,500 to £5,500 | 6 to 10 | £25 to £45 | £2,525 to £5,545 |
Estimates. Fees vary by practice and case, so ask what each quote includes (retainers, refinements, emergency visits). NHS treatment for eligible under-18s is free.
What affects cost near Memus
| Cost factor | Look for | Nearest listing it | Next nearest | Within 20 miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Free first appointment | a free consultation | Kingsway Dental Practice, Dundee (16.6 miles) | none other | 1 |
| Monthly payments | payment plans | Kingsway Dental Practice, Dundee (16.6 miles) | none other | 1 |
| NHS treatment | NHS orthodontics | KIRRIEMUIR DENTAL PRACTICE (3.9 miles) | FORFAR DENTAL CARE (5.5 miles); CASTLE STREET DENTAL (5.5 miles) | 28 |
| Private treatment | private fees | Kingsway Dental Practice, Dundee (16.6 miles) | Wrights Dental (16.8 miles); Oris Dental & Implant Studio (17.1 miles) | 4 |
| Aligner prices to compare | aligners | not mentioned nearby | none other | 0 |
| Brace prices to compare | fixed braces | 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.
Orthodontic treatment costs in Memus vary widely by treatment type, case complexity and practice. Case complexity, appliance type and inclusions all move the total up or down. Below we break down NHS and private pricing and the finance options available locally.
What Each Treatment Costs in Memus
Here's how private treatment costs typically stack up in Memus:
| Treatment type | Typical cost range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| NHS metal braces | Free for eligible under-18s | Adults aged 26 and over who qualify pay 80% of the NHS fee, capped at £384 for a course of treatment. |
| Private metal braces | £1,500–£3,500 | No waiting list. Full arch treatment. Retainers included in good practices. |
| Ceramic braces | £2,000–£4,500 | Tooth-coloured brackets. More discreet than metal. Not NHS-available. |
| Clear aligners (non-Invisalign) | £1,500–£4,500 | Wide range by brand and complexity. Confirm refinements and retainers are included. |
| Invisalign Lite | £2,500–£3,500 | Mild cases only. Limited refinements. |
| Invisalign Comprehensive | £3,500–£5,500 | Moderate to complex. Unlimited refinements within treatment cycle. |
| Lingual braces | £4,000–£8,000 | Completely hidden. Highest cost. Fewest providers in Memus. |
These are typical private fee ranges for Memus — individual practices may charge more or less depending on their overheads, location, and clinician experience. Always request a written treatment plan with the full fee itemised before committing.
Paying for Orthodontic Treatment in Memus
Most private orthodontic practices in Memus offer payment plans — typically 0% or low-interest monthly instalments spread over the course of treatment (usually 12–24 months). This makes private treatment much more financially accessible. A deposit of 10–25% of the total fee is usually required to start treatment, with the balance spread over equal monthly payments.
Always check whether the payment plan is in-house (directly with the practice) or through a finance provider such as Chrysalis Finance or Medenta. In-house plans typically have no credit check; third-party finance plans involve a formal credit application.
Cost Context for Memus
As a guide, private full fixed brace treatment in Memus usually ranges from £1,500 to £5,500. Whether aligners or fixed braces are recommended usually comes down to case complexity rather than personal preference alone.
Appointment availability and the range of treatments on offer both vary practice to practice around Memus. Memus is classified as accessible Rural, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Tayside. Memus's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with Scotland as a whole. The nearest university dental hospital to Memus is Dundee Dental Hospital, Dundee, about 18 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. See local practice availability in Memus → Costs can vary significantly between providers — getting two or three quotes and comparing what's included (retainers, refinements, both arches) before committing is strongly recommended.
Clear aligners in Memus — comparing lower-cost options
Affordable clear aligner options in Memus genuinely exist and can deliver good results. Understanding what a lower price actually buys is essential before committing. Below, we break down what drives the low end of the market and how to compare it safely.
Affordable Aligner Options in Memus — Local Context
Appointment availability and the range of treatments on offer both vary practice to practice around Memus. Memus — accessible Rural by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Tayside for NHS dentistry. National deprivation data puts Memus close to the Scotland median. The nearest university dental hospital to Memus is Dundee Dental Hospital, Dundee, about 18 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. Entry-level aligner systems typically start from around £1,500 for suitable mild cases. A clinician-reviewed photo assessment is the most practical way to confirm whether a lower-cost package is genuinely appropriate for your teeth before committing to treatment.
Aligner pricing in Memus explained
What you pay for clear aligners in Memus reflects the case, not just the brand. Complexity, brand, refinement allowances and clinical input each pull the price up or down. Comparing quotes only makes sense once you know what each one covers.
Understanding What Your Quote Covers in Memus
The most common source of cost disputes after aligner treatment in Memus relates to refinements — the additional trays made after the original series to fine-tune the result. Some providers include unlimited refinements; others charge per additional set. Confirm this in writing before starting.
Frequently Asked Questions — Costs in Memus
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.
Which practices near Memus offer payment plans?
The nearest practice to Memus that mentions finance or monthly payment options is Kingsway Dental Practice in Dundee, about 16.6 miles to the south.
Which NHS body covers Memus for dental care?
NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Tayside.
What kind of area is Memus?
By ONS classification, Memus falls under accessible Rural.
How deprived is Memus compared with the rest of Scotland?
By the national deprivation index, Memus 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 Memus?
Nearby towns include Bogindollo, Drumgley, Cortachy.
Can I find out what treatment might cost without an appointment in Memus?
A free photo assessment through Virtual Consultant Online gives an initial view of which treatment types suit your case and what they typically cost in Memus — before committing to a paid consultation.
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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