Costs in Murrayfield 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 | Ardmillan Orthodontics Ltd, Edinburgh — 1.2 miles; 5 within 10 miles |
| Nearest practice listing payment plans | Ardmillan Orthodontics Ltd, Edinburgh — 1.2 miles; 3 within 10 miles |
| Practices on our register | 110 within 5 miles, 153 within 10, 246 within 20 |
| Area type (ONS) | Large Urban Areas |
| Access within City of Edinburgh | 56th 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 Murrayfield that list payment plans
On our practice register: 110 practices within 5 miles of Murrayfield, 153 practices within 10 and 246 practices within 20. The closest is 91 CORSTORPHINE ROAD in Edinburgh, 0.4 miles south. The nearest that mentions finance or monthly payments is Ardmillan Orthodontics Ltd, 1.2 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Finance | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 91 CORSTORPHINE ROADEdinburgh | 0.4 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| E H DENTAL CAREEdinburgh | 0.7 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| GORGIE DENTALEdinburgh | 1.0 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| HAYMARKET DENTAL CAREEdinburgh | 1.2 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| 14 ARDMILLAN TERRACEEdinburgh | 1.2 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Ardmillan Orthodontics LtdEdinburgh | 1.2 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.5 (68 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Murrayfield with practices listing payment plans
The closest town with practices listing payment plans is Edinburgh, 0.4 miles south; the next are Colinton (1.2 miles south-west) and Davidsons Mains (1.4 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Edinburgh | 19 | 0.4 miles south |
| Colinton | 8 | 1.2 miles south-west |
| Davidsons Mains | 1 | 1.4 miles north-west |
| Clermiston | 2 | 1.7 miles north-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Murrayfield
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Edinburgh Dental Studio (5.0 from 242 reviews), 1.5 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Edinburgh Dental StudioEdinburgh | 5.0 (242 reviews) | 1.5 miles east |
| Integrated DentalcareEdinburgh | 4.9 (323 reviews) | 1.4 miles east |
| Sunrise Dental Clinic I Award Winning Paediatric I Orthodontic I Implant & Smile Design ClinicColinton | 4.9 (219 reviews) | 1.3 miles west |
| Ardmillan Orthodontics LtdEdinburgh | 4.5 (68 reviews) | 1.2 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
What a course costs from Murrayfield, travel included
The fees are typical UK private prices. Travel is added for the journey to 91 CORSTORPHINE ROAD, the nearest practice on our register (under a mile away, about 0.5 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 | £5 to £10 | £1,505 to £3,510 |
| Ceramic braces | £2,000 to £4,500 | 10 to 20 | £5 to £10 | £2,005 to £4,510 |
| Lingual braces | £4,000 to £8,000 | 10 to 20 | £5 to £10 | £4,005 to £8,010 |
| Clear aligners | £1,500 to £5,500 | 6 to 10 | under £10 | £1,500 to £5,500 |
| Invisalign | £2,500 to £5,500 | 6 to 10 | under £10 | £2,500 to £5,500 |
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 Murrayfield
| Cost factor | Look for | Nearest listing it | Next nearest | Within 20 miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Free first appointment | a free consultation | Edinburgh Dental Studio (1.5 miles) | none other | 1 |
| Monthly payments | payment plans | Ardmillan Orthodontics Ltd, Edinburgh (1.2 miles) | Sunrise Dental Clinic I Award Winning Paediatric I Orthodontic I Implant & Smile Design Clinic (1.3 miles); Edinburgh Dental Studio (1.5 miles) | 3 |
| NHS treatment | NHS orthodontics | 91 CORSTORPHINE ROAD, Edinburgh (under a mile) | E H DENTAL CARE (under a mile); GORGIE DENTAL (1 miles) | 28 |
| Private treatment | private fees | Ardmillan Orthodontics Ltd, Edinburgh (1.2 miles) | Vermilion Orthodontics (1.2 miles); Sunrise Dental Clinic I Award Winning Paediatric I Orthodontic I Implant & Smile Design Clinic (1.3 miles) | 5 |
| Aligner prices to compare | aligners | Ardmillan Orthodontics Ltd, Edinburgh (1.2 miles) | Sunrise Dental Clinic I Award Winning Paediatric I Orthodontic I Implant & Smile Design Clinic (1.3 miles); Integrated Dentalcare (1.4 miles) | 4 |
| Brace prices to compare | fixed braces | Sunrise Dental Clinic I Award Winning Paediatric I Orthodontic I Implant & Smile Design Clinic, Colinton (1.3 miles) | Integrated Dentalcare (1.4 miles) | 2 |
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 Murrayfield 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. Below we break down NHS and private pricing and the finance options available locally.
Orthodontic Price Guide for Murrayfield
The table below sets out indicative private ranges in Murrayfield — 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 Murrayfield. |
These are typical private fee ranges for Murrayfield — 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.
Orthodontic Payment Plans in Murrayfield
Spreading the cost of orthodontic treatment over monthly payments makes even higher-cost options such as Invisalign or ceramic braces more manageable. Most practices in Murrayfield offer payment plans — ask whether they are 0% interest, what deposit is required, and whether payments continue if treatment takes longer than planned.
NHS treatment is 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.
Cost Context for Murrayfield
Expect private full fixed brace treatment costs in Murrayfield 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.
Treatment range and appointment slots differ between the practices covering Murrayfield — comparing a couple is worthwhile. Murrayfield's ONS geography type is large Urban Areas. Murrayfield sits within NHS Lothian for NHS dental commissioning. With 110 orthodontic practices within five miles, Murrayfield is better served than 96% of towns in Scotland. National deprivation data ranks Murrayfield among Scotland's less deprived areas. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Murrayfield is Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee, about 37 miles away. See local practice availability in Murrayfield → 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.
How much do aligners cost in Murrayfield?
There is no single price for clear aligners in Murrayfield — it depends on several factors. Case complexity, number of trays, refinements and aftercare all move the total. What's included matters more than the sticker price when you compare providers.
Indicative Clear Aligner Costs in Murrayfield
Indicative private aligner pricing in Murrayfield looks like this:
Affordable clear aligners in Murrayfield
There are competitively priced aligner routes in Murrayfield — the trick is knowing what a lower price represents. The key is whether the saving comes from a genuinely simple case or from reduced clinical oversight. Knowing the warning signs helps you tell a good-value option from a false economy.
Why Some Aligners Cost Less in Murrayfield
Treatment scope — capping the trays and appointments for a straightforward case is a legitimate saving, not a corner cut — provided the case is actually that simple.
Frequently Asked Questions — Costs in Murrayfield
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Murrayfield?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Murrayfield is 91 CORSTORPHINE ROAD in Edinburgh, about 0.4 miles to the south. The next closest are E H DENTAL CARE (0.7 miles) and GORGIE DENTAL (1.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Murrayfield?
Our register has 110 practices within 5 miles of Murrayfield, 153 practices within 10 miles and 246 practices within 20 miles.
Which practices near Murrayfield offer payment plans?
The nearest practice to Murrayfield that mentions finance or monthly payment options is Ardmillan Orthodontics Ltd in Edinburgh, about 1.2 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Sunrise Dental Clinic I Award Winning Paediatric I Orthodontic I Implant & Smile Design Clinic (1.3 miles) and Edinburgh Dental Studio (1.5 miles).
Which NHS body covers Murrayfield for dental care?
NHS dental commissioning in Murrayfield falls under NHS Lothian.
What kind of area is Murrayfield?
ONS classifies Murrayfield as large Urban Areas.
How deprived is Murrayfield compared with the rest of Scotland?
By the national deprivation index, Murrayfield 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 Murrayfield?
Nearby towns include Ravelston, Craigleith, Drylaw.
Does treating both arches cost more?
Yes — treating both upper and lower teeth costs more than treating one arch. Some quotes are for a single arch only. Confirm whether a quote covers both arches when comparing prices between practices.
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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