NHS Treatment in Murroes at a Glance
| NHS dental services | NHS Tayside |
|---|---|
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384 |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of Scotland |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | PANMURE DENTAL CARE, Monifieth — 1.3 miles; 29 within 10 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Dundee Dental Hospital, Dundee — about 5 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Accessible Rural |
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 listing NHS orthodontics near Murroes
On our practice register: 32 practices within 5 miles of Murroes, 43 practices within 10 and 65 practices within 20. The closest is PANMURE DENTAL CARE in Monifieth, 1.3 miles south-east. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is PANMURE DENTAL CARE, 1.3 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PANMURE DENTAL CAREMonifieth | 1.3 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – |
| 56 TORRIDON ROADMonifieth | 1.6 miles south | ✓ | – | – |
| WHITFIELD DENTAL CAREDundee | 1.9 miles west | ✓ | – | – |
| Oris Dental & Implant StudioMonifieth | 2.3 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (87 reviews) |
| Perla OrthodonticsTayport | 2.3 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (13 reviews) |
| 196 BROOK STREETTayport | 2.3 miles south | ✓ | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Murroes with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Monifieth, 1.3 miles south-east; the next are Dundee (1.9 miles west) and Tayport (2.3 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Monifieth | 4 | 1.3 miles south-east |
| Dundee | 19 | 1.9 miles west |
| Tayport | 5 | 2.3 miles south |
| Newport-on-Tay | 1 | 4.8 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 Murroes
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Perla Orthodontics in Tayport (4.7 from 13 reviews), 2.3 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Perla OrthodonticsTayport | 4.7 (13 reviews) | 2.3 miles south |
| Oris Dental & Implant StudioMonifieth | 4.6 (87 reviews) | 2.3 miles south-east |
| Discovery Dental CareDundee | 4.4 (47 reviews) | 4.8 miles south-west |
| White Pearl Dental PracticeDundee | 3.4 (30 reviews) | 4.9 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Murroes, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Bupa Dental Care, 24.4 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is PANMURE DENTAL CARE, Monifieth, 1.3 miles away. Referrals go to a practice with an NHS contract. |
| 3. The hospital for complex cases | The nearest university dental hospital is Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee, about 5 miles away. |
| 4. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Murroes are commissioned by NHS Tayside. |
NHS orthodontics is free for eligible under-18s and is reached by referral. Distances are straight-line.
NHS orthodontics in Murroes funds treatment for patients who meet the IOTN clinical need threshold. Eligible under-18s get excellent clinical outcomes at no cost. The main limitation is waiting time, which can be substantial across Angus.
NHS vs Private Fees in Murroes
The NHS route covers the whole course, from the specialist assessment to the retainers at the end.
Private treatment in Murroes trades cost for speed and choice — around £1,500–£3,500 for metal braces, but starting within weeks and with ceramic, lingual and aligner options on the table.
NHS Orthodontic Access in Murroes
In Scotland, NHS dental treatment — including clinically necessary orthodontics — is free for everyone under 26. Adults aged 26 and over who qualify pay 80% of the NHS fee, capped at £384 for a course of treatment. How long NHS treatment takes to start in Angus depends heavily on the individual practice's current caseload.
How quickly you can be seen, and what's on offer, varies between the practices serving Murroes. National deprivation data ranks Murroes among Scotland's less deprived areas. The nearest university dental hospital to Murroes is Dundee Dental Hospital, Dundee, about 5 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. Murroes sits within NHS Tayside for NHS dental commissioning. Officially, Murroes is categorised as accessible Rural. Murroes has 31 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 89% of towns in Scotland. No orthodontic practice is recorded in Murroes. The nearest recorded are PANMURE DENTAL CARE in Monifieth, about a mile away; WHITFIELD DENTAL CARE in Dundee, about 2 miles away; and Perla Orthodontics in Tayport, about 2 miles away. NHS capacity is limited — practices often have closed lists for new NHS patients, which is why private treatment is the realistic route for many adults and for those who cannot wait.
How Long Is the NHS Wait in Murroes?
Many patients in Angus wait 18 months or longer between NHS referral and treatment starting. During this period teeth continue to develop and cases can become more complex. Private treatment, while more expensive, begins promptly and offers far greater choice of treatment type.
Understanding Orthodontic Eligibility in Murroes
Eligibility for NHS braces is decided by a clinical scoring system, not by appearance alone. Even visibly crooked teeth may score below the threshold, which is why understanding IOTN matters. Knowing where you stand before the referral process saves time and manages expectations in Murroes.
What Is IOTN?
NHS eligibility is decided by the IOTN — a two-part clinical index applied consistently by orthodontists throughout Angus.
Kids' Braces & Interceptive Treatment in Murroes
Orthodontic problems in children are often best identified early. Parents in Murroes increasingly bring children for a first assessment around age 7-8. A photo assessment is a gentle way to get an early steer before booking anything.
Children's Orthodontics in Murroes — Local Context
Treatment range and appointment slots differ between the practices covering Murroes — comparing a couple is worthwhile. Classified by ONS as accessible Rural, Murroes sits within NHS Tayside for NHS dental commissioning. By national deprivation ranking, Murroes sits among the less deprived areas of Scotland. With 31 orthodontic practices within five miles, Murroes is better served than 89% of towns in Scotland. The nearest university dental hospital to Murroes is Dundee Dental Hospital, Dundee, about 5 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. They typically offer children's assessments and NHS-funded treatment for eligible patients.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Murroes
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Murroes?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Murroes is PANMURE DENTAL CARE in Monifieth, about 1.3 miles to the south-east. The next closest are 56 TORRIDON ROAD (1.6 miles) and WHITFIELD DENTAL CARE (1.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Murroes?
Our register has 32 practices within 5 miles of Murroes, 43 practices within 10 miles and 65 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Murroes?
The nearest practice to Murroes that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is PANMURE DENTAL CARE in Monifieth, about 1.3 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include 56 TORRIDON ROAD (1.6 miles) and WHITFIELD DENTAL CARE (1.9 miles).
What NHS area is Murroes in for dental services?
NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Tayside.
Is Murroes rural or urban?
By ONS classification, Murroes falls under accessible Rural.
How deprived is Murroes compared with the rest of Scotland?
By the national deprivation index, Murroes is less deprived than most of Scotland. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
What towns are near Murroes?
Nearby towns include Kingennie, Backmuir, Broughty Ferry.
What does NHS orthodontic treatment include?
A standard NHS course covers the specialist assessment, all adjustment appointments, the brace itself, de-bonding, and retainers — all as one course of treatment.
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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