Costs in Mid Anguston at a Glance
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384 |
|---|---|
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of Scotland |
| Nearest practice listing private treatment | Abercrombie Smile Design and Abercrombie Orthodontics, Westhill — 3.2 miles; 7 within 10 miles |
| Nearest practice listing payment plans | Abercrombie Smile Design and Abercrombie Orthodontics, Westhill — 3.2 miles; 2 within 10 miles |
| Practices on our register | 9 within 5 miles, 64 within 10, 79 within 20 |
| Area type (ONS) | Accessible Rural |
| Access within Aberdeen City | 54th closest to a practice of 60 places in the county; the county median is 0.8 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 Mid Anguston that list payment plans
On our practice register: 9 practices within 5 miles of Mid Anguston, 64 practices within 10 and 79 practices within 20. The closest is PETERCULTER DENTAL PRACTICE, 1.8 miles south-east. The nearest that mentions finance or monthly payments is Abercrombie Smile Design and Abercrombie Orthodontics, 3.2 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Finance | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PETERCULTER DENTAL PRACTICEPeterculter | 1.8 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| ABERCROMBIE DENTAL PRACTICEWesthill | 2.7 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| WESTHILL DENTAL PRACTICEWesthill | 3.1 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Abercrombie Smile Design and Abercrombie OrthodonticsWesthill | 3.2 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.1 (41 reviews) |
| ABERCROMBIE SMILE DESIGNWesthill | 3.2 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| COUNTESSWELLS DENTAL PRACTICECults | 4.1 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Mid Anguston with practices listing payment plans
The closest town with practices listing payment plans is Peterculter, 1.8 miles south-east; the next are Westhill (2.7 miles north-east) and Cults (4.1 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Peterculter | 1 | 1.8 miles south-east |
| Westhill | 4 | 2.7 miles north-east |
| Cults | 5 | 4.1 miles north-east |
| Kingswells | 4 | 4.1 miles north-east |
| Aberdeen | 15 | 6.4 miles north-east |
| Portlethen | 1 | 7.6 miles south-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Mid Anguston
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Portlethen Dental Care (4.9 from 517 reviews), 7.6 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Portlethen Dental CarePortlethen | 4.9 (517 reviews) | 7.6 miles south-east |
| Andrew Scott Dental CareAberdeen | 4.9 (240 reviews) | 6.9 miles east |
| Mastrick Smile CareAberdeen | 4.9 (213 reviews) | 6.4 miles north-east |
| Gray & Ireland Dental PracticeAberdeen | 4.9 (183 reviews) | 7.5 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
What a course costs from Mid Anguston, travel included
The fees are typical UK private prices. Travel is added for the journey to PETERCULTER DENTAL PRACTICE, the nearest practice on our register (1.8 miles away, about 2.3 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 | £20 to £40 | £1,520 to £3,540 |
| Ceramic braces | £2,000 to £4,500 | 10 to 20 | £20 to £40 | £2,020 to £4,540 |
| Lingual braces | £4,000 to £8,000 | 10 to 20 | £20 to £40 | £4,020 to £8,040 |
| Clear aligners | £1,500 to £5,500 | 6 to 10 | £15 to £20 | £1,515 to £5,520 |
| Invisalign | £2,500 to £5,500 | 6 to 10 | £15 to £20 | £2,515 to £5,520 |
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 Mid Anguston
| Cost factor | Look for | Nearest listing it | Next nearest | Within 20 miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Free first appointment | a free consultation | not mentioned nearby | none other | 0 |
| Monthly payments | payment plans | Abercrombie Smile Design and Abercrombie Orthodontics, Westhill (3.2 miles) | Portlethen Dental Care (7.6 miles) | 2 |
| NHS treatment | NHS orthodontics | PETERCULTER DENTAL PRACTICE (1.8 miles) | ABERCROMBIE DENTAL PRACTICE (2.7 miles); WESTHILL DENTAL PRACTICE (3.1 miles) | 28 |
| Private treatment | private fees | Abercrombie Smile Design and Abercrombie Orthodontics, Westhill (3.2 miles) | Mastrick Smile Care (6.4 miles); Andrew Scott Dental Care (6.9 miles) | 7 |
| Aligner prices to compare | aligners | Abercrombie Smile Design and Abercrombie Orthodontics, Westhill (3.2 miles) | Mastrick Smile Care (6.4 miles); Andrew Scott Dental Care (6.9 miles) | 5 |
| Brace prices to compare | fixed braces | Abercrombie Smile Design and Abercrombie Orthodontics, Westhill (3.2 miles) | Mastrick Smile Care (6.4 miles); Holburn Dental and Implant Centre (7.2 miles) | 4 |
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.
Price is often the deciding factor when choosing orthodontic treatment in Mid Anguston. Understanding what drives the price, and what should be included in the fee, helps you compare quotes accurately. Below we break down NHS and private pricing and the finance options available locally.
Cost Context for Mid Anguston
As a guide, private full fixed brace treatment in Mid Anguston usually ranges from £1,500 to £5,500. Mild-to-moderate crowding or spacing is often suitable for clear aligners, while more complex cases are more commonly recommended fixed braces.
Treatment range and appointment slots differ between the practices covering Mid Anguston — comparing a couple is worthwhile. Classified by ONS as accessible Rural, Mid Anguston sits within NHS Grampian for NHS dental commissioning. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (9), Mid Anguston has more choice than 76% of towns in Scotland. Mid Anguston falls in a less deprived area than most of Scotland. The nearest university dental hospital to Mid Anguston is Aberdeen Dental School, Aberdeen, about 8 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. See local practice availability in Mid Anguston → 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.
What You're Actually Paying For
Treatment type sets the baseline: the appliance you choose, from budget metal to premium lingual, largely decides the starting price before anything else.
Case complexity is the second big lever: the harder the case, the longer the course and the higher the fee, whatever you're treated with.
Number of arches is an easy thing to miss: a single-arch quote will look cheaper than a dual-arch one, so check like for like.
Retainers close out treatment but aren't always in the headline fee — ask whether they're included or charged on top.
Refinements are the additional aligners often needed after the first series; confirm they're covered rather than charged per set.
Practice location and overheads explain part of the spread: overheads differ practice to practice in Mid Anguston, and shopping around is standard for private treatment.
What Each Treatment Costs in Mid Anguston
The table below sets out indicative private ranges in Mid Anguston — useful for a like-for-like comparison:
| 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 Mid Anguston. |
These are typical private fee ranges for Mid Anguston — 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.
Aligner pricing in Mid Anguston explained
What you pay for clear aligners in Mid Anguston reflects the case, not just the brand. Case complexity, number of trays, refinements and aftercare all move the total. The most common mistake is treating headline cost as a like-for-like comparison.
Understanding What Your Quote Covers in Mid Anguston
The most common source of cost disputes after aligner treatment in Mid Anguston 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.
Affordable clear aligners in Mid Anguston
'Affordable' and 'cheap' are meaningfully different when it comes to aligner treatment in Mid Anguston. Understanding what a lower price actually buys is essential before committing. Knowing the warning signs helps you tell a good-value option from a false economy.
Why Some Aligners Cost Less in Mid Anguston
Treatment scope — short-series aligners for mild front-tooth alignment legitimately cost less: fewer trays, fewer appointments, less complexity. A simple crowding case can be well served by an entry-level system.
Frequently Asked Questions — Costs in Mid Anguston
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Mid Anguston?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Mid Anguston is PETERCULTER DENTAL PRACTICE, about 1.8 miles to the south-east. The next closest are ABERCROMBIE DENTAL PRACTICE (2.7 miles) and WESTHILL DENTAL PRACTICE (3.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Mid Anguston?
Our register has 9 practices within 5 miles of Mid Anguston, 64 practices within 10 miles and 79 practices within 20 miles.
Which practices near Mid Anguston offer payment plans?
The nearest practice to Mid Anguston that mentions finance or monthly payment options is Abercrombie Smile Design and Abercrombie Orthodontics in Westhill, about 3.2 miles to the north. Others nearby include Portlethen Dental Care (7.6 miles).
What NHS area is Mid Anguston in for dental services?
NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Grampian.
Is Mid Anguston rural or urban?
By ONS classification, Mid Anguston falls under accessible Rural.
How deprived is Mid Anguston compared with the rest of Scotland?
By the national deprivation index, Mid Anguston is less deprived than most of Scotland. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
What towns are near Mid Anguston?
Nearby towns include Westhill, Drumoak, Elrick.
Can I find out what treatment might cost without an appointment in Mid Anguston?
Yes — a free photo assessment gives an early view of which treatments suit your case and roughly what they cost around Mid Anguston, before any 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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