Orthodontic practices near Paxton
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Paxton; 3 practices within 10 and 5 practices within 20. The closest is OLD TELEPHONE EXCHANGE in Eyemouth, 7.0 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OLD TELEPHONE EXCHANGEEyemouth | 7.0 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| INFINITYBLU DENTAL CARE & IMPLANT CLINICDuns | 9.1 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| DUNS DENTAL CAREDuns | 9.1 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| KELSO DENTAL CAREKelso | 17.2 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| THE CORN EXCHANGEKelso | 17.3 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| DUNBAR DENTAL PRACTICEDunbar | 22.3 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| 7 HIGH STREETDunbar | 22.3 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| JEDBURGH FAMILY DENTAL PRACTICEJedburgh | 26.5 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Paxton with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Eyemouth, 7.0 miles north; the next are Duns (9.1 miles west) and Kelso (17.2 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Eyemouth | 1 | 7.0 miles north |
| Duns | 2 | 9.1 miles west |
| Kelso | 2 | 17.2 miles south-west |
| Dunbar | 2 | 22.3 miles north-west |
| Jedburgh | 2 | 26.5 miles south-west |
| Haddington | 5 | 28.8 miles north-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Paxton at a Glance
| Nation | Scotland |
|---|---|
| Council area | Scottish Borders |
| NHS dental services | NHS Borders |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384 |
| Area type (ONS) | Accessible Rural |
| Deprivation | Around the Scotland average |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within The Scottish Borders | 159th closest to an orthodontic practice of 212 places in the county (the county median is 4.9 miles) |
| Nearest secondary schools | Berwick Academy — 4.2 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | OLD TELEPHONE EXCHANGE, Eyemouth — 7 miles INFINITYBLU DENTAL CARE & IMPLANT CLINIC, Duns — 9 miles KELSO DENTAL CARE, Kelso — 17 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 15 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 3 within 10 miles, 5 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 Paxton
From Paxton the nearest practice is OLD TELEPHONE EXCHANGE in Eyemouth, 7 miles away. A course of braces or aligners involves many appointments, so the length of that journey matters when comparing it with practices further afield. Within 10 miles there are 3 practices, and within 20 there are 5.
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 Paxton are commissioned by NHS Borders, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is OLD TELEPHONE EXCHANGE in Eyemouth, 7 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Paxton to OLD TELEPHONE EXCHANGE is roughly 15 minutes each way. A course of fixed braces typically means 10 to 20 visits (a consultation, the fitting, 7 to 17 adjustments and the removal), which from here comes to about 180 to 360 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £80 to £160 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 110 to 180 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey.
Orthodontic Treatment In Paxton
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What official data says about Paxton
Paxton is classified as accessible Rural. NHS Borders is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Paxton. Paxton has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 7 miles away. Secondary-age pupils near Paxton attend schools such as Berwick Academy (4.2 miles). By national deprivation ranking, Paxton is roughly mid-table for Scotland.
Local treatment availability around Paxton
There is no orthodontist on our records in Paxton itself. The closest on record are OLD TELEPHONE EXCHANGE in Eyemouth, about 7 miles away; INFINITYBLU DENTAL CARE & IMPLANT CLINIC in Duns, about 9 miles away; and KELSO DENTAL CARE, about 17 miles away.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Paxton
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Paxton often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Paxton?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Paxton is OLD TELEPHONE EXCHANGE in Eyemouth, about 7.0 miles to the north. The next closest are INFINITYBLU DENTAL CARE & IMPLANT CLINIC (9.1 miles) and DUNS DENTAL CARE (9.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Paxton?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Paxton, 3 practices within 10 miles and 5 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Eyemouth, 7.0 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Paxton?
The nearest practice to Paxton that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is OLD TELEPHONE EXCHANGE in Eyemouth, about 7.0 miles to the north. Others nearby include INFINITYBLU DENTAL CARE & IMPLANT CLINIC (9.1 miles) and DUNS DENTAL CARE (9.1 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Paxton, The Scottish Borders?
For many patients, the simplest way to begin is with a remote assessment that helps clarify likely next steps.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Paxton, The Scottish Borders?
Yes. A review of your photos and concerns can help show whether braces or clear aligners may be the better route.