Orthodontic practices near Monkshill
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Monkshill; 2 practices within 10 and 19 practices within 20. The closest is TURIFF DENTAL PRACTICE in Turriff, 7.0 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TURIFF DENTAL PRACTICETurriff | 7.0 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| OLDMELDRUM DENTAL PRACTICEOldmeldrum | 8.7 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| YTHAN BRIDGE DENTAL CENTREEllon | 11.9 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| SCHOOLHILL DENTAL PRACTICEEllon | 11.9 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| INVERURIE DENTAL CAREInverurie | 12.1 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| GARIOCH DENTAL PRACTICEInverurie | 12.3 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| INVERURIE DENTAL PRACTICEInverurie | 12.4 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| INVERURIE SMILE CAREInverurie | 12.4 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Monkshill with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Turriff, 7.0 miles north-west; the next are Oldmeldrum (8.7 miles south) and Ellon (11.9 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Turriff | 1 | 7.0 miles north-west |
| Oldmeldrum | 1 | 8.7 miles south |
| Ellon | 2 | 11.9 miles south-east |
| Inverurie | 4 | 12.1 miles south |
| Mintlaw | 1 | 13.2 miles east |
| Bograxie | 1 | 14.8 miles south-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Monkshill
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Blairdaff Dental in Bograxie (4.9 from 29 reviews), 14.8 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Blairdaff DentalBograxie | 4.9 (29 reviews) | 14.8 miles south-west |
| Deveron Dental Centre, HuntlyHuntly | 4.8 (160 reviews) | 16.8 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Monkshill at a Glance
| Nation | Scotland |
|---|---|
| Council area | Aberdeenshire |
| NHS dental services | NHS Grampian |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384 |
| Area type (ONS) | Accessible Rural |
| Deprivation | Around the Scotland average |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Aberdeenshire | 387th closest to an orthodontic practice of 487 places in the county (the county median is 4.3 miles) |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Aberdeen Dental School, Aberdeen — 22 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | TURIFF DENTAL PRACTICE, Turriff — 7 miles OLDMELDRUM DENTAL PRACTICE, Oldmeldrum — 9 miles YTHAN BRIDGE DENTAL CENTRE, Ellon — 12 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 15 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 2 within 10 miles, 19 within 20 miles |
Sources: ONS geography via postcodes.io, Census 2021 (NOMIS), DfE school statistics and Get Information About Schools, OHID Fingertips, UK NHS dental charge schedules and our orthodontic practice register. Distances are straight-line.
Getting orthodontic treatment from Monkshill
The nearest practice to Monkshill is TURIFF DENTAL PRACTICE in Turriff, 7 miles away. Treatment usually needs a visit every six to ten weeks, so it is worth choosing a practice whose journey you can sustain and asking how many appointments can be combined. Within 10 miles there are 2 practices, and within 20 there are 19.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Deveron Dental Centre, Huntly (16.8 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 3 of the practices around Monkshill list clear aligners, the nearest 16.8 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Monkshill are commissioned by NHS Grampian; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is TURIFF DENTAL PRACTICE in Turriff, 7 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Aberdeen Dental School in Aberdeen, about 22 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Monkshill to TURIFF DENTAL PRACTICE is roughly 15 minutes each way. A course of fixed braces typically means 10 to 20 visits (a consultation, the fitting, 7 to 17 adjustments and the removal), which from here comes to about 180 to 360 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £80 to £160 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 110 to 180 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey.
Orthodontic Treatment In Monkshill
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Orthodontist in Monkshill: This page helps people researching orthodontic treatment in Monkshill understand their options before committing to an appointment. It also gives context for people comparing options from other towns in Aberdeenshire.
Useful local orthodontic context for Monkshill
There is no orthodontist on our records in Monkshill itself. The nearest we do hold are TURIFF DENTAL PRACTICE in Turriff, about 7 miles away; OLDMELDRUM DENTAL PRACTICE, about 9 miles away; and YTHAN BRIDGE DENTAL CENTRE in Ellon, about 12 miles away.
Monkshill in context
Monkshill is classified as accessible Rural, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Grampian. Monkshill has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 7 miles away. Monkshill sits close to the Scotland average for deprivation. The nearest university dental hospital to Monkshill is Aberdeen Dental School, Aberdeen, about 22 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Continue your local research
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A quick look at Monkshill
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Orthodontic Treatments in Monkshill
Patients in Monkshill have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.
Treatment Options in Monkshill — Local Context
How quickly you can be seen, and what's on offer, varies between the practices serving Monkshill. Monkshill is classified as accessible Rural, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Grampian. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Monkshill; the nearest is about 7 miles away. By national deprivation ranking, Monkshill is roughly mid-table for Scotland. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Monkshill is about 22 miles from Aberdeen Dental School in Aberdeen. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Monkshill itself. The nearest recorded are TURIFF DENTAL PRACTICE in Turriff, about 7 miles away; OLDMELDRUM DENTAL PRACTICE, about 9 miles away; and YTHAN BRIDGE DENTAL CENTRE in Ellon, about 12 miles away. Case complexity — not just preference — is usually what determines whether aligners or fixed braces are recommended.
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Monkshill
Many people in Monkshill delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. Knowing what happens at each step — and roughly how long it takes — removes most of the uncertainty. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.
From First Photo to Finished Smile in Monkshill
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Monkshill — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Monkshill. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Monkshill
This section is aimed at people whose search for treatment isn't limited to Monkshill, Aberdeenshire alone. The nearby links also make it easier to compare places such as Lethenty, Backhill, Woodhead, Tifty, Keithan, and Millbrex.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Monkshill
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Monkshill often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Monkshill?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Monkshill is TURIFF DENTAL PRACTICE in Turriff, about 7.0 miles to the north-west. The next closest are OLDMELDRUM DENTAL PRACTICE (8.7 miles) and YTHAN BRIDGE DENTAL CENTRE (11.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Monkshill?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Monkshill, 2 practices within 10 miles and 19 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Turriff, 7.0 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Monkshill?
The nearest practice to Monkshill that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is TURIFF DENTAL PRACTICE in Turriff, about 7.0 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include OLDMELDRUM DENTAL PRACTICE (8.7 miles) and YTHAN BRIDGE DENTAL CENTRE (11.9 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Monkshill, Aberdeenshire?
Beginning with an online photo review is usually quicker than arranging an in-person consultation for an initial opinion.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Monkshill, Aberdeenshire?
Yes. A case-specific comparison is more useful than a general one, and an online assessment can provide that.