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Orthodontic practices near New Pentland

On our practice register: 67 practices within 5 miles of New Pentland, 140 practices within 10 and 223 practices within 20. The closest is 50 FOUNTAIN PLACE in Loanhead, 0.4 miles east.

PracticeDistanceNHSBracesAlignersGoogle rating
50 FOUNTAIN PLACELoanhead0.4 miles east✓–––
6 MAIN STREETRoslin1.6 miles south✓–––
SHANKS DENTAL CARE LTDLoanhead1.6 miles north✓–––
BONNYRIGG DENTAL CAREBonnyrigg1.9 miles east✓–––
64 HIGH STREETBonnyrigg2.1 miles east✓–––
59A HIGH STREETBonnyrigg2.1 miles east✓–––
BRITE DENTAL GILMERTONDanderhall2.1 miles north-east✓–––
FAIRMILEHEAD DENTAL PRACTICEColinton2.4 miles north-west✓–––

✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.

Nearest places to New Pentland with orthodontic practices

The closest town with orthodontic practices is Loanhead, 0.4 miles east; the next are Roslin (1.6 miles south) and Bonnyrigg (1.9 miles east).

PlacePracticesNearest
Loanhead20.4 miles east
Roslin11.6 miles south
Bonnyrigg31.9 miles east
Danderhall32.1 miles north-east
Colinton32.4 miles north-west
Edinburgh143.3 miles north

Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.

Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of New Pentland

Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Edinburgh Dental (4.9 from 806 reviews), 3.8 miles north.

PracticeGoogle ratingDistance
Edinburgh DentalEdinburgh4.9 (806 reviews)3.8 miles north
Southside Dental CareEdinburgh4.8 (437 reviews)3.3 miles north

Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.

New Pentland at a Glance

NationScotland
Council areaMidlothian
NHS dental servicesNHS Lothian
NHS orthodontic chargesFree under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384
Area type (ONS)Accessible Small Towns
DeprivationAround the Scotland average
Practices within 5 miles66 practices, more than 94% of towns in Scotland
Access within Midlothian15th closest to an orthodontic practice of 67 places in the county (the county median is 0.8 miles)
Nearest practice compared0.4 miles away, closer than 88% of towns in Scotland
Nearest orthodontic practices50 FOUNTAIN PLACE, Loanhead — under a mile
6 MAIN STREET, Roslin — 2 miles
BONNYRIGG DENTAL CARE, Bonnyrigg — 2 miles
Practices within 10 and 20 miles140 within 10 miles, 223 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 New Pentland

The nearest practice to New Pentland is 50 FOUNTAIN PLACE in Loanhead, under a mile away, close enough that the many short appointments in a course of treatment are rarely a burden. Within 10 miles there are 140 practices, and within 20 there are 223.

If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around New Pentland are commissioned by NHS Lothian, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is 50 FOUNTAIN PLACE in Loanhead, under a mile away.

Orthodontic Treatment In New Pentland

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Research orthodontic options in New Pentland

Orthodontist in New Pentland: If your search for orthodontic treatment in New Pentland keeps returning generic directory listings, this page is meant to be more useful. It also gives context for people comparing options from other towns in Midlothian.

Area profile for New Pentland

New Pentland's ONS geography type is accessible Small Towns. NHS Lothian is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in New Pentland. With 66 orthodontic practices within five miles, New Pentland is better served than 94% of towns in Scotland. National deprivation data puts New Pentland close to the Scotland median.

What we know about practices near New Pentland

No orthodontic practice is recorded in New Pentland. The nearest we do hold are 50 FOUNTAIN PLACE in Loanhead, under a mile away; 6 MAIN STREET in Roslin, about 2 miles away; and BONNYRIGG DENTAL CARE, about 2 miles away.

Nearby location pages

Nearby location pages including Loanhead, Burdiehouse, Old Pentland, Southhouse, Kaimes, and Roslin can help you keep exploring local orthodontic treatment options.

New Pentland in numbers

Loanhead is the closest neighbouring location page, under 1 km north of New Pentland.

Teeth Straightening Options Available in New Pentland

Patients in New Pentland have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.

Treatment Options in New Pentland — Local Context

Practices serving New Pentland differ in what they offer, from brace type to appointment availability. New Pentland — accessible Small Towns by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Lothian for NHS dentistry. With 66 orthodontic practices within five miles, New Pentland is better served than 94% of towns in Scotland. New Pentland's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with Scotland as a whole. We hold no orthodontic practice records in New Pentland itself. The closest on record are 50 FOUNTAIN PLACE in Loanhead, under a mile away; 6 MAIN STREET in Roslin, about 2 miles away; and BONNYRIGG DENTAL CARE, about 2 miles away. Case complexity — not just preference — is usually what determines whether aligners or fixed braces are recommended.

The Orthodontic Journey in New Pentland

Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in New Pentland helps you ask the right questions. Knowing what happens at each step — and roughly how long it takes — removes most of the uncertainty. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.

Questions to Ask at Your Consultation in New Pentland

  • What treatment do you recommend and why?
  • How long will treatment take for my specific case?
  • What is included in the fee — retainers? Refinements? Emergency appointments?
  • What happens if treatment takes longer than planned?
  • What type of retainer will I receive and for how long should I wear it?
  • Is there a payment plan available, and what are the terms?

Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step

Every case in New Pentland follows broadly the same arc; knowing the stages in advance makes the whole thing feel far more manageable.

This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around New Pentland. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.

Frequently Asked Questions in New Pentland

Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in New Pentland often want to know before getting started.

Where is the nearest orthodontist to New Pentland?

On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to New Pentland is 50 FOUNTAIN PLACE in Loanhead, about 0.4 miles to the east. The next closest are 6 MAIN STREET (1.6 miles) and SHANKS DENTAL CARE LTD (1.6 miles).

How many orthodontic practices are near New Pentland?

Our register has 67 practices within 5 miles of New Pentland, 140 practices within 10 miles and 223 practices within 20 miles.

Is there an NHS orthodontist near New Pentland?

The nearest practice to New Pentland that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is 50 FOUNTAIN PLACE in Loanhead, about 0.4 miles to the east. Others nearby include 6 MAIN STREET (1.6 miles) and SHANKS DENTAL CARE LTD (1.6 miles).

How do I start orthodontic treatment in New Pentland, Midlothian?

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 New Pentland, Midlothian?

Yes. Braces and aligners can be compared more effectively once the case itself has been reviewed.

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TitleNew Pentland, Midlothian Orthodontics
PublisherVirtual Consultant Online
Published1 June 2022
Modified10 October 2026
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