Costs in Montcoffer Crofts at a Glance
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384 |
|---|---|
| Deprivation | Around the Scotland average |
| Nearest practice listing private treatment | 8to8 Dental, Buckie — 17.1 miles |
| Nearest practice listing payment plans | 8to8 Dental, Buckie — 17.1 miles |
| Practices on our register | 2 within 5 miles, 3 within 10, 14 within 20 |
| Area type (ONS) | Remote Rural |
| Access within Aberdeenshire | 89th closest to a practice of 487 places in the county; the county median is 4.3 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 Montcoffer Crofts that list payment plans
On our practice register: 2 practices within 5 miles of Montcoffer Crofts, 3 practices within 10 and 14 practices within 20. The closest is BANFF DENTAL PRACTICE, 1.8 miles north. The nearest that mentions finance or monthly payments is 8to8 Dental, 17.1 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Finance | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BANFF DENTAL PRACTICEBanff | 1.8 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| MACDUFF DENTAL SURGERYMacduff | 2.1 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| TURIFF DENTAL PRACTICETurriff | 7.3 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| HUNTLY DENTAL PRACTICEHuntly | 16.8 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| 8to8 DentalBuckie | 17.1 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (491 reviews) |
| DEVERON DENTALHuntly | 17.2 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Montcoffer Crofts with practices listing payment plans
The closest town with practices listing payment plans is Banff, 1.8 miles north; the next are Macduff (2.1 miles north) and Turriff (7.3 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Banff | 1 | 1.8 miles north |
| Macduff | 1 | 2.1 miles north |
| Turriff | 1 | 7.3 miles south |
| Huntly | 3 | 16.8 miles south-west |
| Buckie | 2 | 17.1 miles west |
| Keith | 2 | 17.4 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 Montcoffer Crofts
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is 8to8 Dental in Buckie (4.9 from 491 reviews), 17.1 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| 8to8 DentalBuckie | 4.9 (491 reviews) | 17.1 miles west |
| The Keith Dental HouseKeith | 4.9 (39 reviews) | 17.7 miles south-west |
| Deveron Dental Centre, HuntlyHuntly | 4.8 (160 reviews) | 17.2 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
What a course costs from Montcoffer Crofts, travel included
The fees are typical UK private prices. Travel is added for the journey to BANFF 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 Montcoffer Crofts
| Cost factor | Look for | Nearest listing it | Next nearest | Within 20 miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Free first appointment | a free consultation | Deveron Dental Centre, Huntly (17.2 miles) | none other | 1 |
| Monthly payments | payment plans | 8to8 Dental, Buckie (17.1 miles) | none other | 1 |
| NHS treatment | NHS orthodontics | BANFF DENTAL PRACTICE (1.8 miles) | MACDUFF DENTAL SURGERY (2.1 miles); TURIFF DENTAL PRACTICE (7.3 miles) | 14 |
| Private treatment | private fees | 8to8 Dental, Buckie (17.1 miles) | Deveron Dental Centre, Huntly (17.2 miles); The Keith Dental House (17.7 miles) | 3 |
| Aligner prices to compare | aligners | 8to8 Dental, Buckie (17.1 miles) | Deveron Dental Centre, Huntly (17.2 miles); The Keith Dental House (17.7 miles) | 3 |
| Brace prices to compare | fixed braces | 8to8 Dental, Buckie (17.1 miles) | Deveron Dental Centre, Huntly (17.2 miles); The Keith Dental House (17.7 miles) | 3 |
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.
The cost of straightening teeth in Montcoffer Crofts runs from free NHS treatment for eligible under-18s to over £7,000 for complex private cases. What's included in a quote matters as much as the headline figure when you compare providers. Payment plans can make private treatment accessible even on a tighter budget.
Paying for Orthodontic Treatment in Montcoffer Crofts
Most private orthodontic practices in Montcoffer Crofts offer payment plans — typically 0% or low-interest monthly instalments spread over the course of treatment (usually 12–24 months). This makes private treatment much more financially accessible. A deposit of 10–25% of the total fee is usually required to start treatment, with the balance spread over equal monthly payments.
Always check whether the payment plan is in-house (directly with the practice) or through a finance provider such as Chrysalis Finance or Medenta. In-house plans typically have no credit check; third-party finance plans involve a formal credit application.
What You're Actually Paying For
Treatment type matters most. The gap between metal and lingual braces reflects real differences in materials, lab work and chair time.
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 affects the total — treating both upper and lower costs more than one arch alone. Confirm whether a quote covers both before comparing.
Retainers are a recurring cost people forget; check whether the quote bundles them or adds them at the end.
Refinements (for aligner treatment) are the extra trays that finish the result. They should be included — ask explicitly before signing.
Practice location and overheads explain part of the spread: overheads differ practice to practice in Montcoffer Crofts, and shopping around is standard for private treatment.
Cost Context for Montcoffer Crofts
Expect private full fixed brace treatment costs in Montcoffer Crofts to fall roughly between £1,500 and £5,500. Mild-to-moderate crowding or spacing is often suitable for clear aligners, while more complex cases are more commonly recommended fixed braces.
Not every practice near Montcoffer Crofts offers the same treatments, so it's worth checking what each one covers. Officially, Montcoffer Crofts is categorised as remote Rural. NHS Grampian is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Montcoffer Crofts. Montcoffer Crofts has 2 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 56% of towns in Scotland. Montcoffer Crofts sits close to the Scotland average for deprivation. The nearest university dental hospital to Montcoffer Crofts is Aberdeen Dental School, Aberdeen, about 36 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. See local practice availability in Montcoffer Crofts → 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.
Finding value in clear aligner treatment in Montcoffer Crofts
Affordable clear aligner options in Montcoffer Crofts genuinely exist and can deliver good results. A lower fee can reflect a simpler case — or corners cut on refinements and supervision. A photo assessment first tells you whether a budget option even suits your case.
Why Some Aligners Cost Less in Montcoffer Crofts
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.
What affects clear aligner cost in Montcoffer Crofts?
Aligner pricing in Montcoffer Crofts is driven by more than the headline figure. Complexity, brand, refinement allowances and clinical input each pull the price up or down. Understanding what sits behind the number is the key to comparing value properly.
Questions to Ask Before Accepting a Quote in Montcoffer Crofts
Before signing a treatment agreement with any provider in Montcoffer Crofts, ask: Does the fee include unlimited refinements or is there a defined cap? Are retainers (both fixed bonded and removable) included? Are there charges for broken attachments or replacement aligners? What happens if the final result needs additional trays after the initial series?
Frequently Asked Questions — Costs in Montcoffer Crofts
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Montcoffer Crofts?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Montcoffer Crofts is BANFF DENTAL PRACTICE, about 1.8 miles to the north. The next closest are MACDUFF DENTAL SURGERY (2.1 miles) and TURIFF DENTAL PRACTICE (7.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Montcoffer Crofts?
Our register has 2 practices within 5 miles of Montcoffer Crofts, 3 practices within 10 miles and 14 practices within 20 miles.
Which practices near Montcoffer Crofts offer payment plans?
The nearest practice to Montcoffer Crofts that mentions finance or monthly payment options is 8to8 Dental in Buckie, about 17.1 miles to the west.
Who commissions NHS dentistry in Montcoffer Crofts?
NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Grampian.
What kind of area is Montcoffer Crofts?
By ONS classification, Montcoffer Crofts falls under remote Rural.
How deprived is Montcoffer Crofts compared with the rest of Scotland?
By the national deprivation index, Montcoffer Crofts is close to the Scotland average for deprivation. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
What towns are near Montcoffer Crofts?
Nearby towns include Dunlugas, Crossbrae, Crofts of Brownside.
Can I find out what treatment might cost without an appointment in Montcoffer Crofts?
Yes — a free photo assessment gives an early view of which treatments suit your case and roughly what they cost around Montcoffer Crofts, 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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