Orthodontic practices near Mountain Cross
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Mountain Cross; 9 practices within 10 and 182 practices within 20. The closest is PEEBLES DENTAL PRACTICE, 7.7 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PEEBLES DENTAL PRACTICEPeebles | 7.7 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| INFINITYBLU DENTAL CARE & IMPLANT CLINICPeebles | 7.8 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| BIGGAR DENTAL PRACTICEBiggar | 8.5 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| CHERRY COURT DENTAL CARE & IMPLANT CLINIPeebles | 8.6 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| 11 ELM COURTPeebles | 8.6 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| HIGH STREET DENTALBiggar | 8.8 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| 16 BRIDGE STREETPenicuik | 9.6 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| PENICUIK DENTAL CENTREPenicuik | 9.7 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Mountain Cross with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Peebles, 7.7 miles south-east; the next are Biggar (8.5 miles south-west) and Penicuik (9.6 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Peebles | 4 | 7.7 miles south-east |
| Biggar | 2 | 8.5 miles south-west |
| Penicuik | 3 | 9.6 miles north-east |
| Balerno | 1 | 12.0 miles north |
| Livingston | 4 | 12.5 miles north-west |
| Mid Calder | 3 | 12.5 miles north-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Mountain Cross at a Glance
| Nation | Scotland |
|---|---|
| Council area | Scottish Borders |
| NHS dental services | NHS Borders |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384 |
| Area type (ONS) | Accessible Rural |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of Scotland |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within The Scottish Borders | 176th closest to an orthodontic practice of 212 places in the county (the county median is 4.9 miles) |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Glasgow Dental Hospital, Glasgow — 37 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | PEEBLES DENTAL PRACTICE, Peebles — 8 miles BIGGAR DENTAL PRACTICE, Biggar — 8 miles 16 BRIDGE STREET, Penicuik — 10 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 | 9 within 10 miles, 182 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 Mountain Cross
From Mountain Cross the nearest practice is PEEBLES DENTAL PRACTICE, 7.7 miles away. A course of braces or aligners involves many appointments, so the length of that journey matters when comparing it with practices further afield. Within 10 miles there are 9 practices, and within 20 there are 182.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: 1 of the practices around Mountain Cross list clear aligners, the nearest 12.5 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Mountain Cross are commissioned by NHS Borders; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is PEEBLES DENTAL PRACTICE, 7.7 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Glasgow Dental Hospital in Glasgow, about 37 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Mountain Cross to PEEBLES 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 200 to 400 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £90 to £180 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 120 to 200 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey.
Orthodontic Treatment In Mountain Cross
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Orthodontist in Mountain Cross: This page was put together for people in Mountain Cross who want more than a generic search result before choosing a treatment route. It is a useful starting point whether you search from Mountain Cross or another part of The Scottish Borders.
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About Mountain Cross
Heading south-west for around 2 km brings you to Blyth Bridge, the closest linked location.
Area profile for Mountain Cross
Mountain Cross is classified as accessible Rural, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Borders. Mountain Cross has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 8 miles away. Mountain Cross's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of Scotland. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Mountain Cross is Glasgow Dental Hospital in Glasgow, about 37 miles away.
What local practice data suggests in Mountain Cross
There is no orthodontist on our records in Mountain Cross itself. The closest on record are PEEBLES DENTAL PRACTICE, about 8 miles away; BIGGAR DENTAL PRACTICE, about 8 miles away; and 16 BRIDGE STREET in Penicuik, about 10 miles away.
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Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Mountain Cross
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How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Mountain Cross
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Frequently Asked Questions in Mountain Cross
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Mountain Cross often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Mountain Cross?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Mountain Cross is PEEBLES DENTAL PRACTICE, about 7.7 miles to the south-east. The next closest are INFINITYBLU DENTAL CARE & IMPLANT CLINIC (7.8 miles) and BIGGAR DENTAL PRACTICE (8.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Mountain Cross?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Mountain Cross, 9 practices within 10 miles and 182 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Peebles, 7.7 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Mountain Cross?
The nearest practice to Mountain Cross that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is PEEBLES DENTAL PRACTICE, about 7.7 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include INFINITYBLU DENTAL CARE & IMPLANT CLINIC (7.8 miles) and BIGGAR DENTAL PRACTICE (8.5 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Mountain Cross, The Scottish Borders?
Most patients start by uploading photos rather than booking a first consultation blind, which helps set expectations early.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Mountain Cross, The Scottish Borders?
Yes. The most suitable treatment depends on the case, and an assessment can help compare braces and aligners in a more meaningful way.