Costs in Mortonhall at a Glance
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384 |
|---|---|
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of Scotland |
| Nearest practice listing private treatment | Southside Dental Care, Edinburgh — 1.9 miles; 2 within 10 miles |
| Nearest practice listing payment plans | None within 30 miles on our register |
| Practices on our register | 111 within 5 miles, 141 within 10, 233 within 20 |
| Area type (ONS) | Large Urban Areas |
| Access within City of Edinburgh | 104th closest to a practice of 118 places in the county; the county median is 0.4 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 Mortonhall that list payment plans
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 | Private | Finance | 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 | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Mortonhall with practices listing payment plans
The closest town with practices listing payment plans 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.
What a course costs from Mortonhall, travel included
The fees are typical UK private prices. Travel is added for the journey to FAIRMILEHEAD DENTAL PRACTICE, the nearest practice on our register (1 miles away, about 1.3 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 | £10 to £25 | £1,510 to £3,525 |
| Ceramic braces | £2,000 to £4,500 | 10 to 20 | £10 to £25 | £2,010 to £4,525 |
| Lingual braces | £4,000 to £8,000 | 10 to 20 | £10 to £25 | £4,010 to £8,025 |
| Clear aligners | £1,500 to £5,500 | 6 to 10 | £5 to £10 | £1,505 to £5,510 |
| Invisalign | £2,500 to £5,500 | 6 to 10 | £5 to £10 | £2,505 to £5,510 |
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 Mortonhall
| Cost factor | Look for | Nearest listing it | Next nearest | Within 20 miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Free first appointment | a free consultation | not mentioned nearby | none other | 0 |
| Monthly payments | payment plans | not mentioned nearby | none other | 0 |
| NHS treatment | NHS orthodontics | FAIRMILEHEAD DENTAL PRACTICE, Colinton (1 miles) | SHANKS DENTAL CARE LTD (1 miles); 1 LIBERTON BRAE (1.4 miles) | 29 |
| Private treatment | private fees | Southside Dental Care, Edinburgh (1.9 miles) | Edinburgh Dental (2.3 miles) | 2 |
| Aligner prices to compare | aligners | not mentioned nearby | none other | 0 |
| Brace prices to compare | fixed braces | not mentioned nearby | none other | 0 |
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.
Orthodontic treatment costs in Mortonhall vary widely by treatment type, case complexity and practice. What's included in a quote matters as much as the headline figure when you compare providers. This guide sets out typical fees, what affects them, and how payment plans spread the cost.
Cost Context for Mortonhall
Private full fixed brace treatment costs in Mortonhall generally sit between £1,500 and £5,500. Straightforward crowding or spacing cases often suit aligners; more involved bite corrections are more often treated with fixed braces.
Orthodontic practices in and around Mortonhall vary in the treatments and appointment types they offer. Mortonhall is classified as large Urban Areas, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Lothian. With 109 orthodontic practices within five miles, Mortonhall is better served than 96% of towns in Scotland. Mortonhall's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of Scotland. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Mortonhall is about 39 miles from Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee. See local practice availability in Mortonhall → 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.
What Affects Orthodontic Costs?
Treatment type matters most. The gap between metal and lingual braces reflects real differences in materials, lab work and chair time.
Case complexity adds to it regardless of appliance — more movement means more trays or adjustments, more visits, and more of the clinician's time.
Number of arches is an easy thing to miss: a single-arch quote will look cheaper than a dual-arch one, so check like for like.
Retainers are essential and sometimes billed separately (typically £80–£350 per arch, depending on type). Some practices include them; always confirm which.
Refinements (for aligner treatment) are the extra trays that finish the result. They should be included — ask explicitly before signing.
Practice location and overheads push city-centre fees above suburban ones. Mortonhall usually has practices at several price points, so two or three quotes are worthwhile.
What Each Treatment Costs in Mortonhall
The table below sets out indicative private ranges in Mortonhall — useful for a like-for-like comparison:
| Treatment type | Typical cost range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| NHS metal braces | Free for eligible under-18s | Adults aged 26 and over who qualify pay 80% of the NHS fee, capped at £384 for a course of treatment. |
| Private metal braces | £1,500–£3,500 | No waiting list. Full arch treatment. Retainers included in good practices. |
| Ceramic braces | £2,000–£4,500 | Tooth-coloured brackets. More discreet than metal. Not NHS-available. |
| Clear aligners (non-Invisalign) | £1,500–£4,500 | Wide range by brand and complexity. Confirm refinements and retainers are included. |
| Invisalign Lite | £2,500–£3,500 | Mild cases only. Limited refinements. |
| Invisalign Comprehensive | £3,500–£5,500 | Moderate to complex. Unlimited refinements within treatment cycle. |
| Lingual braces | £4,000–£8,000 | Completely hidden. Highest cost. Fewest providers in Mortonhall. |
These are typical private fee ranges for Mortonhall — individual practices may charge more or less depending on their overheads, location, and clinician experience. Always request a written treatment plan with the full fee itemised before committing.
What affects clear aligner cost in Mortonhall?
Clear aligner cost in Mortonhall varies considerably from case to case. Two quotes at the same headline price can include very different levels of clinical input. Comparing quotes only makes sense once you know what each one covers.
Typical Aligner Price Bands in Mortonhall
As a rough guide, aligner treatment in Mortonhall falls into these bands:
Affordable clear aligners in Mortonhall
Lower-cost clear aligners in Mortonhall are the right call for some cases and the wrong one for others. The saving is fine when it matches a simple case; it's a risk when it means less clinical input. Knowing the warning signs helps you tell a good-value option from a false economy.
Getting Real Value in Mortonhall
Good value in Mortonhall comes from comparing like with like. Get an early sense of your case complexity first; that context is what lets you judge whether a low quote is a bargain or a false economy.
Frequently Asked Questions — Costs in Mortonhall
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.
Which practices near Mortonhall offer payment plans?
None of the practices within 30 miles mentions finance or monthly payments in its published information, though many offer them on request.
Which NHS body covers Mortonhall for dental care?
Mortonhall sits within NHS Lothian for NHS dental commissioning.
Is Mortonhall rural or urban?
By ONS classification, Mortonhall falls under large Urban Areas.
How deprived is Mortonhall compared with the rest of Scotland?
By the national deprivation index, Mortonhall is less deprived than most of Scotland. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
Which towns are close to Mortonhall?
Nearby towns include Liberton, Fairmilehead, Kaimes.
How much does Invisalign cost?
Invisalign costs typically range from £2,500 for Invisalign Lite (mild cases) to £5,500 for Invisalign Comprehensive (complex full-arch treatment). Fees should include ClinCheck planning, all aligner trays, refinements within the treatment cycle, and retainers.
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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