Orthodontic practices near Mortonhall
On our practice register: 111 practices within 5 miles of Mortonhall, 141 practices within 10 and 233 practices within 20. The closest is FAIRMILEHEAD DENTAL PRACTICE in Colinton, 1.0 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FAIRMILEHEAD DENTAL PRACTICEColinton | 1.0 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| SHANKS DENTAL CARE LTDLoanhead | 1.0 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| 1 LIBERTON BRAEDanderhall | 1.4 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| BRITE DENTAL GILMERTONDanderhall | 1.8 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| 50 FOUNTAIN PLACELoanhead | 1.8 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| 302 OXGANGS ROAD NORTHColinton | 1.9 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Southside Dental CareEdinburgh | 1.9 miles north | ✓ | – | – | 4.8 (437 reviews) |
| 31 MORNINGSIDE DRIVEEdinburgh | 2.0 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Mortonhall with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Colinton, 1.0 miles west; the next are Loanhead (1.0 miles east) and Danderhall (1.4 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Colinton | 4 | 1.0 miles west |
| Loanhead | 2 | 1.0 miles east |
| Danderhall | 3 | 1.4 miles north |
| Edinburgh | 21 | 1.9 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Mortonhall
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Edinburgh Dental (4.9 from 806 reviews), 2.3 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Edinburgh DentalEdinburgh | 4.9 (806 reviews) | 2.3 miles north |
| Southside Dental CareEdinburgh | 4.8 (437 reviews) | 1.9 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Mortonhall at a Glance
| Nation | Scotland |
|---|---|
| Council area | City of Edinburgh |
| NHS dental services | NHS Lothian |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384 |
| Area type (ONS) | Large Urban Areas |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of Scotland |
| Practices within 5 miles | 109 practices, more than 96% of towns in Scotland |
| Access within City of Edinburgh | 104th closest to an orthodontic practice of 118 places in the county (the county median is 0.4 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 1.0 miles away, closer than 76% of towns in Scotland |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Dundee Dental Hospital, Dundee — 39 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | FAIRMILEHEAD DENTAL PRACTICE, Colinton — 1 miles SHANKS DENTAL CARE LTD, Loanhead — 1 miles 1 LIBERTON BRAE, Danderhall — 1 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 141 within 10 miles, 233 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 Mortonhall
The nearest practice to Mortonhall is FAIRMILEHEAD DENTAL PRACTICE in Colinton, 1 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 141 practices, and within 20 there are 233.
For NHS treatment, which is free for eligible under-18s and reached by dentist referral rather than by contacting a practice: NHS dental services around Mortonhall are commissioned by NHS Lothian; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is FAIRMILEHEAD DENTAL PRACTICE in Colinton, 1 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee, about 39 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Mortonhall
City of Edinburgh12 nearby locationsResearch orthodontic options in Mortonhall
Orthodontist in Mortonhall: This page was put together for people in Mortonhall who want more than a generic search result before choosing a treatment route. The same guidance applies whether you are based in Mortonhall itself or elsewhere in City of Edinburgh.
What we know about practices near Mortonhall
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Mortonhall. The nearest recorded are FAIRMILEHEAD DENTAL PRACTICE in Colinton, about a mile away; SHANKS DENTAL CARE LTD in Loanhead, about a mile away; and 1 LIBERTON BRAE in Danderhall, about a mile away.
Mortonhall at a glance
Heading east for under 1 km brings you to Kaimes, the closest linked location.
What official data says about Mortonhall
Classified by ONS as large Urban Areas, Mortonhall sits within NHS Lothian for NHS dental commissioning. Mortonhall has 109 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 96% of towns in Scotland. By national deprivation ranking, Mortonhall sits among the less deprived areas of Scotland. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Mortonhall is about 39 miles from Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee.
Nearby location pages
If you want to compare surrounding areas as well as this one, pages such as Kaimes, Alnwickhill, Old Pentland, Southhouse, Burdiehouse, and Fairmilehead may also help.
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Mortonhall
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Mortonhall helps you ask the right questions. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Mortonhall — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Mortonhall
The orthodontic landscape in Mortonhall offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. The best treatment isn't the most expensive or the most discreet — it's the one that matches your case, lifestyle and budget. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Mortonhall
Every treatment type has strengths and limitations. This filters quickly to the options most relevant to your situation:
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Mortonhall. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Mortonhall
These local links are here for anyone comparing Mortonhall, City of Edinburgh against nearby alternatives. You can also browse nearby location pages including Kaimes, Alnwickhill, Old Pentland, Southhouse, Burdiehouse, and Fairmilehead.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Mortonhall
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Mortonhall often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Mortonhall?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Mortonhall is FAIRMILEHEAD DENTAL PRACTICE in Colinton, about 1.0 miles to the west. The next closest are SHANKS DENTAL CARE LTD (1.0 miles) and 1 LIBERTON BRAE (1.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Mortonhall?
Our register has 111 practices within 5 miles of Mortonhall, 141 practices within 10 miles and 233 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Mortonhall?
The nearest practice to Mortonhall that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is FAIRMILEHEAD DENTAL PRACTICE in Colinton, about 1.0 miles to the west. Others nearby include SHANKS DENTAL CARE LTD (1.0 miles) and 1 LIBERTON BRAE (1.4 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Mortonhall, City of Edinburgh?
The usual starting point is a short online assessment: upload a few guided photos and a clinician reviews your case remotely.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Mortonhall, City of Edinburgh?
Yes. Once a clinician has reviewed your photos, they can advise which treatment type is more likely to suit your case.