Teeth Whitening in Memus at a Glance
| Nearest general dentist | Banchory Dental Practice — 28.3 miles |
|---|---|
| Nearest practice listing private treatment | Kingsway Dental Practice, Dundee — 16.6 miles |
| Nearest practice open evenings or weekends | Oris Dental & Implant Studio, Monifieth — 17.1 miles |
| Nearest practice listing payment plans | Kingsway Dental Practice, Dundee — 16.6 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Accessible Rural |
| Deprivation | Around the Scotland average |
| 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.
Private 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. The nearest listing private treatment is Kingsway Dental Practice, 16.6 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | Private | Payment plans | Evenings or weekends | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kingsway Dental PracticeDundee | 16.6 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | – | 3.2 (14 reviews) |
| Wrights DentalDundee | 16.8 miles south | ✓ | – | – | 4.1 (19 reviews) |
| Oris Dental & Implant StudioMonifieth | 17.1 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.6 (87 reviews) |
| Logie & StanfieldDundee | 17.2 miles south | ✓ | – | – | 3.0 (2 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Memus with private practices
The closest town with private practices is Dundee, 16.6 miles south; the next are Monifieth (17.1 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.
For a brighter smile, professional whitening is a well-evidenced, non-invasive first step. In Memus it is a common request, and results go well beyond what a supermarket kit can manage. Depending on the method, you'll see change immediately or across a short take-home course.
Ways to Whiten Your Teeth in Memus
In-chair (laser/light-activated) whitening happens in a single visit: a strong hydrogen-peroxide gel is light-activated for immediate change, usually lifting the shade several grades in one sitting.
Take-home tray whitening involves bespoke trays and dentist-supplied gel worn over roughly a fortnight — excellent, controllable results at your own pace.
Combined whitening blends both approaches: immediate lift in the chair, then home trays to fine-tune and sustain the colour.
Over-the-counter kits are legally capped at very low peroxide levels and can't match professional results. They suit minor maintenance at best, not a genuine shade change.
Teeth Whitening in Memus — Local Context
As a guide in Memus, in-chair whitening runs £300–£700, while a take-home tray kit is usually £200–£450. How quickly you can be seen, and what's on offer, varies between the practices serving Memus. Memus — accessible Rural by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Tayside for NHS dentistry. Memus sits close to the Scotland average for deprivation. 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. See local practice availability in Memus →
Professional whitening is legally restricted to registered dental professionals in the UK. Always verify that any clinic offering whitening treatment is registered with the General Dental Council before proceeding.
How Tooth Colour Is Measured
Dental professionals in Memus use the VITA classical shade guide to record tooth colour, running from A1 (lightest) to C4 (darkest). Most natural teeth sit between A2 and B3, and professional whitening typically lifts 4–8 grades.
Response depends on the cause of the staining — surface and yellow discolouration whiten well, developmental and grey staining resist it, and any crowns or composite won't shift, so mismatches are worth discussing first.
Frequently Asked Questions — Teeth Whitening 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.
Where can I get teeth whitening near Memus?
The nearest practice to Memus that lists private treatment is Kingsway Dental Practice in Dundee, about 16.6 miles to the south. Others nearby include Wrights Dental (16.8 miles) and Oris Dental & Implant Studio (17.1 miles).
What NHS area is Memus in for dental services?
NHS dental commissioning in Memus falls under 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 Ballindarg, Padanaram, Glenogil.
Can I whiten teeth with fillings or gum disease?
Active decay and untreated gum disease should be resolved before whitening, which is one reason a dental check comes first. Existing fillings won't change colour, so their appearance is reviewed as part of planning. A dentist will confirm your mouth is healthy enough to whiten safely.
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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