Braces in New Town at a Glance
| Nearest practice listing fixed braces | Edinburgh Dental Specialists, Edinburgh — under a mile; 5 within 10 miles |
|---|---|
| Nearest practice listing NHS | EDINBURGH GUMS & TEETH, Edinburgh — under a mile; 25 within 10 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Dundee Dental Hospital, Dundee — about 36 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Large Urban Areas |
| Deprivation | Around the Scotland average |
| Access within City of Edinburgh | 15th 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 offering braces 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. The nearest that mentions fixed braces 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) |
| Cherrybank Dental SpaEdinburgh | 0.3 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (419 reviews) |
| Integrated DentalcareEdinburgh | 0.6 miles west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (323 reviews) |
| The Row Dental EdinburghEdinburgh | 0.6 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (346 reviews) |
| Scottish Orthodontics CarlukeEdinburgh | 0.7 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (61 reviews) |
✓ 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 |
| Integrated DentalcareEdinburgh | 4.9 (323 reviews) | 0.6 miles west |
| Cherrybank Dental SpaEdinburgh | 4.8 (419 reviews) | 0.3 miles north |
| Edinburgh Dental SpecialistsEdinburgh | 4.8 (350 reviews) | 0.2 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
For everything from mild crowding to complex bite correction, fixed braces do the heavy lifting. Patients across New Town can access the full range, from traditional metal to discreet ceramic and hidden lingual systems. Because they act around the clock, they treat cases that removable appliances struggle with. Most cases complete within 12 to 24 months.
Choosing a Brace Provider in New Town
The practices worth shortlisting in New Town explain your options rather than pushing one, quote transparently, and make clear who will treat you and what happens if the case runs over.
Getting two or three consultations before committing is entirely reasonable for private treatment, and it's the best way to judge both the plan and the clinician.
NHS Versus Private Orthodontics in New Town
NHS orthodontics in New Town is available to under-18s who meet the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need (IOTN) threshold, where treatment is free of charge and usually provided as metal fixed braces. Adults aged 26 and over who qualify pay 80% of the NHS fee, capped at £384 for a course of treatment. NHS orthodontic waiting times in City of Edinburgh vary significantly by practice and by how the referral was made.
Private treatment has no age limit and no waiting list. As a guide in New Town, metal braces run about £1,500–£3,500, ceramic £2,000–£4,500, and lingual £4,000–£8,000, with payment plans widely offered.
Local Context for New Town
Treatment range and appointment slots differ between the practices covering New Town — comparing a couple is worthwhile. ONS classifies New Town as large Urban Areas. New Town sits within NHS Lothian for NHS dental commissioning. With 116 orthodontic practices within five miles, New Town is better served than 97% of towns in Scotland. New Town's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with Scotland as a whole. For hospital-based orthodontic care, New Town is about 36 miles from Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee. There is no orthodontist on our records in New Town itself. 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. Straightforward crowding or spacing cases often suit aligners; more involved bite corrections are more often treated with fixed braces.
NHS orthodontic waiting times in City of Edinburgh vary significantly by practice and by how the referral was made. Private treatment can usually begin within a few weeks of the initial consultation.
Expect private brace costs in New Town to fall roughly between £1,500 and £5,500. Many practices offer 0% or low-interest payment plans spread over 12 to 24 months.
Jaw Alignment & Bite Issues in New Town
Jaw-related problems are among the more complex conditions treated by specialists in New Town. They span TMJ pain through to skeletal discrepancies that may need jaw surgery. This guide explains TMJ, skeletal bites and when orthognathic surgery is involved.
Jaw Surgery Referral from New Town
If your orthodontist identifies a skeletal jaw problem requiring surgical correction, they will refer you to an oral and maxillofacial surgery team. Pre-surgical orthodontics (typically 12-18 months) aligns the teeth before surgery repositions the jaws. Post-surgical orthodontics refines the bite after healing.
Teeth Problems Treated by Orthodontists in New Town
The orthodontists serving New Town treat a broad spectrum of tooth and jaw problems. Left untreated, some of these problems worsen and become harder to correct. This guide explains the common problems, their causes, and how each is corrected.
Orthodontic Issues Seen in New Town
Orthodontists in New Town see the same handful of conditions again and again; here's what each one is and how it's corrected.
Teen Orthodontics in New Town
Teenage orthodontics in New Town spans everything from NHS metal braces to Invisalign Teen. Active jaw growth lets orthodontists in New Town guide the teeth more efficiently. The key decisions are timing, NHS versus private, and treatment type in City of Edinburgh.
NHS vs Private Orthodontics for Teens in New Town
The NHS route funds metal braces for IOTN-eligible teens in New Town free of charge, but the City of Edinburgh waiting list — frequently 12–24 months — is the real trade-off, especially when timing matters.
Frequently Asked Questions — Braces in New Town
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.
Where can I get braces near New Town?
The nearest practice to New Town that mentions fixed braces is Edinburgh Dental Specialists, about 0.2 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include Cherrybank Dental Spa (0.3 miles) and Integrated Dentalcare (0.6 miles).
Which NHS body covers New Town for dental care?
NHS dental commissioning in New Town falls under NHS Lothian.
What kind of area is New Town?
By ONS classification, New Town falls under large Urban Areas.
How deprived is New Town compared with the rest of Scotland?
By the national deprivation index, New Town is close to the Scotland average for deprivation. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
What towns are near New Town?
Nearby towns include Queen Street, Marchmont, Roxburgh's Court.
How long does brace treatment take?
Treatment usually runs 12–24 months, though a simple case can finish in under a year and a complex bite correction can take up to 30 months. Your orthodontist gives a firmer estimate once they've assessed your case.
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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