NHS Treatment in Moneydie at a Glance
| NHS dental services | NHS Tayside |
|---|---|
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384 |
| Deprivation | Around the Scotland average |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | OAKBANK DENTAL CARE, Perth — 4.2 miles; 11 within 10 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Dundee Dental Hospital, Dundee — about 21 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Accessible Rural |
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 Moneydie
On our practice register: 11 practices within 5 miles of Moneydie, 15 practices within 10 and 35 practices within 20. The closest is OAKBANK DENTAL CARE in Perth, 4.2 miles south-east. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is OAKBANK DENTAL CARE, 4.2 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OAKBANK DENTAL CAREPerth | 4.2 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – |
| PUBLIC DENTAL SERVICEPerth | 4.3 miles south | ✓ | – | – |
| BALHOUSIE DENTAL PRACTICEPerth | 4.6 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – |
| CALEDONIAN DENTAL CAREPerth | 4.8 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – |
| DENTAL CARE PERTH AND IMPLANT CLINICPerth | 4.9 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – |
| THE PERTH DENTAL CENTREPerth | 4.9 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Moneydie with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Perth, 4.2 miles south-east; the next are Scone (5.0 miles south-east) and Dunkeld (8.4 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Perth | 8 | 4.2 miles south-east |
| Scone | 1 | 5.0 miles south-east |
| Dunkeld | 1 | 8.4 miles north |
| Bridge of Earn | 1 | 8.5 miles south-east |
| Coupar Angus | 1 | 11.8 miles north-east |
| Blairgowrie and Rattray | 1 | 11.9 miles north-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Moneydie, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Bupa Dental Care, 20.8 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is OAKBANK DENTAL CARE, Perth, 4.2 miles away. Referrals go to a practice with an NHS contract. |
| 3. The hospital for complex cases | The nearest university dental hospital is Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee, about 21 miles away. |
| 4. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Moneydie are commissioned by NHS Tayside. |
NHS orthodontics is free for eligible under-18s and is reached by referral. Distances are straight-line.
NHS orthodontic treatment in Moneydie follows a structured pathway from your dentist through to a specialist. Eligible under-18s get excellent clinical outcomes at no cost. The main limitation is waiting time, which can be substantial across Perth and Kinross.
The NHS Orthodontic Pathway in Moneydie
From first check-up to retainers, the NHS process in Moneydie runs like this:
- Dental check-up: Your dentist performs an initial IOTN assessment and, if eligible, makes a formal referral.
- Referral to NHS orthodontist: You join the waiting list for the local NHS orthodontic service covering Moneydie.
- Specialist assessment: An orthodontist confirms your IOTN score, takes records, and confirms whether NHS treatment proceeds.
- Brace fitting: Metal fixed braces are fitted — typically 60–90 minutes.
- Active treatment: Adjustment appointments every 6–8 weeks for 18–24 months on average.
- Retention: Retainers provided at completion as part of the NHS course of care.
NHS Orthodontic Access in Moneydie
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. Waiting times for NHS orthodontic treatment in Perth and Kinross differ considerably between practices and can change over time.
How quickly you can be seen, and what's on offer, varies between the practices serving Moneydie. By national deprivation ranking, Moneydie is roughly mid-table for Scotland. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Moneydie is about 21 miles from Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee. Moneydie sits within NHS Tayside for NHS dental commissioning. Moneydie is classified as accessible Rural. With 11 orthodontic practices within five miles, Moneydie is better served than 77% of towns in Scotland. There is no orthodontist on our records in Moneydie itself. The closest on record are OAKBANK DENTAL CARE in Perth, about 4 miles away; SCONE DENTAL PRACTICE, about 5 miles away; and INFINITYBLU DENTAL PRACTICE in Dunkeld, about 8 miles 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 Waiting Times in Moneydie
NHS orthodontic waiting times in Perth and Kinross 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.
Children's Orthodontics in Moneydie
For many families in Moneydie, the question isn't whether their child needs treatment — it's when to start. The aim is to monitor development and intervene at the right time, not to begin treatment immediately. It means the right treatment at the right time rather than rushing in early.
The Age-7 Assessment
The British Orthodontic Society recommends an orthodontic assessment by age 7 for children with notable concerns. At age 7, most children have their first permanent molars and incisors, giving an orthodontist enough information to evaluate jaw relationships, arch development, bite patterns, and likely future crowding.
NHS Brace Eligibility in Moneydie
NHS orthodontic treatment is not available to everyone. The Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need (IOTN) is the primary tool used across Perth and Kinross to decide who receives funded treatment. If NHS funding isn't available, private treatment has no eligibility threshold and no waiting list.
Not Eligible? Here's What to Do Next in Moneydie
An IOTN score below grade 4 does not mean your teeth don't need attention — it means NHS resources are prioritised for the most clinically significant cases. Private treatment is open to everyone and provides more treatment choices, faster access, and a more personalised experience.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Moneydie
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Moneydie?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Moneydie is OAKBANK DENTAL CARE in Perth, about 4.2 miles to the south-east. The next closest are PUBLIC DENTAL SERVICE (4.3 miles) and BALHOUSIE DENTAL PRACTICE (4.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Moneydie?
Our register has 11 practices within 5 miles of Moneydie, 15 practices within 10 miles and 35 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Moneydie?
The nearest practice to Moneydie that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is OAKBANK DENTAL CARE in Perth, about 4.2 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include PUBLIC DENTAL SERVICE (4.3 miles) and BALHOUSIE DENTAL PRACTICE (4.6 miles).
What NHS area is Moneydie in for dental services?
NHS dental commissioning in Moneydie falls under NHS Tayside.
What kind of area is Moneydie?
By ONS classification, Moneydie falls under accessible Rural.
How deprived is Moneydie compared with the rest of Scotland?
By the national deprivation index, Moneydie 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 Moneydie?
Nearby towns include Huntingtowerfield, Ruthvenfield, Huntingtower.
What does NHS orthodontic treatment include?
A standard NHS course covers the specialist assessment, all adjustment appointments, the brace itself, de-bonding, and retainers — all as one course of 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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