NHS Treatment in Monk's Muir Park at a Glance
| NHS dental services | NHS Lothian |
|---|---|
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384 |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of Scotland |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | 78 MARKET STREET, Haddington — 3.1 miles; 13 within 10 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Dundee Dental Hospital, Dundee — about 35 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 Monk's Muir Park
On our practice register: 5 practices within 5 miles of Monk's Muir Park, 14 practices within 10 and 128 practices within 20. The closest is 78 MARKET STREET in Haddington, 3.1 miles south-west. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is 78 MARKET STREET, 3.1 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 78 MARKET STREETHaddington | 3.1 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – |
| 7 SIDEGATEHaddington | 3.1 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – |
| 43/6 MARKET STREETHaddington | 3.1 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – |
| 40 COURT STREETHaddington | 3.2 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – |
| 1 DIRLETON AVENUENorth Berwick | 5.4 miles north | ✓ | – | – |
| CAMPBELL & GIBSON DENTAL AND IMPLANT CENNorth Berwick | 5.4 miles north | ✓ | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Monk's Muir Park with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Haddington, 3.1 miles south-west; the next are North Berwick (5.4 miles north) and Gullane (6.1 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Haddington | 4 | 3.1 miles south-west |
| North Berwick | 2 | 5.4 miles north |
| Gullane | 1 | 6.1 miles north-west |
| Longniddry | 1 | 7.1 miles west |
| Dunbar | 2 | 7.7 miles east |
| Cockenzie | 1 | 9.4 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Monk's Muir Park, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Abbeymount Dental Care, 18 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is 78 MARKET STREET, Haddington, 3.1 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 35 miles away. |
| 4. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Monk's Muir Park are commissioned by NHS Lothian. |
NHS orthodontics is free for eligible under-18s and is reached by referral. Distances are straight-line.
NHS orthodontic treatment in Monk's Muir Park follows a structured pathway from your dentist through to a specialist. It's free for eligible under-18s and aimed primarily at children and teenagers with significant malocclusion. Knowing what the NHS can and cannot provide makes the NHS-versus-private decision clearer.
NHS Waiting Times in Monk's Muir Park
NHS orthodontic waiting times in East Lothian 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.
What NHS Treatment Costs in Monk's Muir Park
An NHS course covers the entire treatment: appointments, the brace, adjustments, de-bonding and retainers.
Private treatment in Monk's Muir Park trades cost for speed and choice — around £1,500–£3,500 for metal braces, but starting within weeks and with ceramic, lingual and aligner options on the table.
NHS Orthodontic Access in Monk's Muir Park
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 East Lothian differ considerably between practices and can change over time.
Practices serving Monk's Muir Park differ in what they offer, from brace type to appointment availability. National deprivation data ranks Monk's Muir Park among Scotland's less deprived areas. The nearest university dental hospital to Monk's Muir Park is Dundee Dental Hospital, Dundee, about 35 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. Monk's Muir Park — accessible Rural by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Lothian for NHS dentistry. With 5 orthodontic practices within five miles, Monk's Muir Park is better served than 71% of towns in Scotland. There is no orthodontist on our records in Monk's Muir Park itself. The nearest recorded are 78 MARKET STREET in Haddington, about 3 miles away; 1 DIRLETON AVENUE in North Berwick, about 5 miles away; and 11 ROSEBERRY PLACE in Gullane, about 6 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.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Monk's Muir Park
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Monk's Muir Park?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Monk's Muir Park is 78 MARKET STREET in Haddington, about 3.1 miles to the south-west. The next closest are 7 SIDEGATE (3.1 miles) and 43/6 MARKET STREET (3.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Monk's Muir Park?
Our register has 5 practices within 5 miles of Monk's Muir Park, 14 practices within 10 miles and 128 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Monk's Muir Park?
The nearest practice to Monk's Muir Park that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is 78 MARKET STREET in Haddington, about 3.1 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include 7 SIDEGATE (3.1 miles) and 43/6 MARKET STREET (3.1 miles).
Which NHS body covers Monk's Muir Park for dental care?
NHS dental commissioning in Monk's Muir Park falls under NHS Lothian.
Is Monk's Muir Park rural or urban?
By ONS classification, Monk's Muir Park falls under accessible Rural.
How deprived is Monk's Muir Park compared with the rest of Scotland?
By the national deprivation index, Monk's Muir Park 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 Monk's Muir Park?
Nearby towns include Haddington, Traprain, Hailes Terrace.
How long does NHS treatment take?
Most NHS fixed brace treatment takes 18–24 months for moderate cases. More complex cases may take longer. Your orthodontist will give an estimate after the initial assessment.
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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