Orthodontic practices near New Town
On our practice register: 116 practices within 5 miles of New Town, 149 practices within 10 and 242 practices within 20. The closest is Edinburgh Dental Specialists, 0.2 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edinburgh Dental SpecialistsEdinburgh | 0.2 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (350 reviews) |
| EDINBURGH GUMS & TEETHEdinburgh | 0.2 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Smile Direct ClubEdinburgh | 0.2 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.8 (62 reviews) |
| FREDERICK STREET DENTAL CAREEdinburgh | 0.3 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Cherrybank Dental SpaEdinburgh | 0.3 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (419 reviews) |
| EARL GREY DENTAL PRACTICEEdinburgh | 0.4 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Edinburgh Dental StudioEdinburgh | 0.4 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 5.0 (242 reviews) |
| 4 GREAT STUART STREETEdinburgh | 0.4 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of New Town
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is The Row Dental Edinburgh (5.0 from 346 reviews), 0.6 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Row Dental EdinburghEdinburgh | 5.0 (346 reviews) | 0.6 miles north-east |
| Edinburgh Dental StudioEdinburgh | 5.0 (242 reviews) | 0.4 miles west |
| Integrated DentalcareEdinburgh | 4.9 (323 reviews) | 0.6 miles west |
| Cherrybank Dental SpaEdinburgh | 4.8 (419 reviews) | 0.3 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
New Town at a Glance
| Nation | Scotland |
|---|---|
| Council area | City of Edinburgh |
| NHS dental services | NHS Lothian |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384 |
| Area type (ONS) | Large Urban Areas |
| Deprivation | Around the Scotland average |
| Practices within 5 miles | 116 practices, more than 97% of towns in Scotland |
| Access within City of Edinburgh | 15th closest to an orthodontic practice of 118 places in the county (the county median is 0.4 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.2 miles away, closer than 93% of towns in Scotland |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Dundee Dental Hospital, Dundee — 36 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Edinburgh Dental Specialists, Edinburgh — under a mile CRAIGLOCKHART CLINIC, Colinton — 2 miles 1 LIBERTON BRAE, Danderhall — 2 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 149 within 10 miles, 242 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 Town
The nearest practice to New Town is Edinburgh Dental Specialists, 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 149 practices, and within 20 there are 242.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Edinburgh Dental Studio (under a mile) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 7 of the practices around New Town list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile away.
For NHS treatment, which is free for eligible under-18s and reached by dentist referral rather than by contacting a practice: NHS dental services around New Town are commissioned by NHS Lothian; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is EDINBURGH GUMS & TEETH, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee, about 36 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In New Town
City of Edinburgh12 nearby locationsBraces and aligner options in New Town
Orthodontist in New Town: If your search for orthodontic treatment in New Town keeps returning generic directory listings, this page is meant to be more useful. It is also useful for patients researching treatment across City of Edinburgh and the surrounding area.
Browse nearby orthodontic locations
If you want to compare surrounding areas as well as this one, pages such as Edinburgh, Grassmarket, Queen Street, Canonmills, Marchmont, and Roxburgh's Court may also help.
Local treatment availability around New Town
No orthodontic practice is recorded in New Town. The nearest we do hold are Edinburgh Dental Specialists, under a mile away; CRAIGLOCKHART CLINIC in Colinton, about 2 miles away; and 1 LIBERTON BRAE in Danderhall, about 2 miles away.
The local picture in New Town
New Town is classified as large Urban Areas. For NHS dental services, New Town falls under NHS Lothian. New Town has 116 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 97% of towns in Scotland. New Town's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with Scotland as a whole. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to New Town is Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee, about 36 miles away.
Local context for New Town
The nearest other location we cover is Edinburgh, under 1 km to the north.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in New Town
Patients in New Town have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. The best treatment isn't the most expensive or the most discreet — it's the one that matches your case, lifestyle and budget. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in New Town
Every treatment type has strengths and limitations. This filters quickly to the options most relevant to your situation:
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in New Town
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in New Town helps you ask the right questions. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in New Town
Treatment range and appointment slots differ between the practices covering New Town — comparing a couple is worthwhile. Officially, New Town is categorised as large Urban Areas. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Lothian. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (116), New Town has more choice than 97% of towns in Scotland. By national deprivation ranking, New Town is roughly mid-table for Scotland. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to New Town is Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee, about 36 miles away. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around New Town. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around New Town
This page supports early-stage orthodontic research for people exploring treatment in New Town, City of Edinburgh. You can also browse nearby location pages including Edinburgh, Grassmarket, Queen Street, Canonmills, Marchmont, and Roxburgh's Court.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in New Town
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in New Town often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to New Town?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to New Town is Edinburgh Dental Specialists, about 0.2 miles to the north-west. The next closest are EDINBURGH GUMS & TEETH (0.2 miles) and Smile Direct Club (0.2 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near New Town?
Our register has 116 practices within 5 miles of New Town, 149 practices within 10 miles and 242 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near New Town?
The nearest practice to New Town that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is EDINBURGH GUMS & TEETH, about 0.2 miles to the north. Others nearby include FREDERICK STREET DENTAL CARE (0.3 miles) and Cherrybank Dental Spa (0.3 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in New Town, City of Edinburgh?
The usual starting point is a short online assessment: upload a few guided photos and a clinician reviews your case remotely.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in New Town, City of Edinburgh?
Yes. A case-specific comparison is more useful than a general one, and an online assessment can provide that.