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Orthodontic practices near Peaston

On our practice register: 3 practices within 5 miles of Peaston, 37 practices within 10 and 171 practices within 20. The closest is ARC SMILE in Tranent, 4.6 miles north.

PracticeDistanceNHSBracesAlignersGoogle rating
ARC SMILETranent4.6 miles north✓–––
1A MAYFIELD PLACEMayfield4.7 miles west✓–––
BRIDGE DENTAL CARETranent4.7 miles north✓–––
BOSCO DENTAL STUDIODalkeith5.2 miles west✓–––
19 MAIN STREETGorebridge5.6 miles south-west✓–––
5 STATION ROADMayfield5.8 miles west✓–––
25A SOUTH STREETDalkeith5.9 miles west✓–––
MIDLOTHIAN DENTAL PRACTICEDalkeith5.9 miles west✓–––

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

Nearest places to Peaston with orthodontic practices

The closest town with orthodontic practices is Tranent, 4.6 miles north; the next are Mayfield (4.7 miles west) and Dalkeith (5.2 miles west).

PlacePracticesNearest
Tranent24.6 miles north
Mayfield24.7 miles west
Dalkeith45.2 miles west
Gorebridge15.6 miles south-west
Prestonpans16.2 miles north
Cockenzie16.5 miles north

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

Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Peaston

Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Gavin Caves Orthodontics in Haddington (5.0 from 480 reviews), 7.5 miles north-east.

PracticeGoogle ratingDistance
Gavin Caves OrthodonticsHaddington5.0 (480 reviews)7.5 miles north-east
Orthodontic Lounge EdinburghDanderhall4.9 (79 reviews)8.2 miles north-west

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

Peaston at a Glance

NationScotland
Council areaEast Lothian
NHS dental servicesNHS Lothian
NHS orthodontic chargesFree under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384
Area type (ONS)Accessible Rural
DeprivationAround the Scotland average
Practices within 5 miles3 practices, more than 63% of towns in Scotland
Access within East Lothian81st closest to an orthodontic practice of 92 places in the county (the county median is 1.7 miles)
Nearest orthodontic practicesARC SMILE, Tranent — 5 miles
1A MAYFIELD PLACE, Mayfield — 5 miles
BOSCO DENTAL STUDIO, Dalkeith — 5 miles
Practices within 10 and 20 miles37 within 10 miles, 171 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 Peaston

The nearest practice to Peaston is ARC SMILE in Tranent, 4.6 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 37 practices, and within 20 there are 171.

Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: 1 of the practices around Peaston list clear aligners, the nearest 8.2 miles 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 Peaston are commissioned by NHS Lothian, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is ARC SMILE in Tranent, 4.6 miles away.

Orthodontic Treatment In Peaston

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Orthodontist in Peaston: If you are comparing teeth straightening options in Peaston, this page brings together treatment guidance, local browsing links, and clear next-step information. It is relevant to searches focused on both Peaston and the wider East Lothian area.

Facts about Peaston

The nearest other location we cover is Peaston Bank, around 2 km to the north-east.

What official data says about Peaston

ONS classifies Peaston as accessible Rural. NHS Lothian is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Peaston. Peaston has 3 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 63% of towns in Scotland. Peaston sits close to the Scotland average for deprivation.

Practice signals around Peaston

We hold no orthodontic practice records in Peaston itself. The closest on record are ARC SMILE in Tranent, about 5 miles away; 1A MAYFIELD PLACE, about 5 miles away; and BOSCO DENTAL STUDIO in Dalkeith, about 5 miles away.

Compare nearby areas

Related pages for Peaston Bank, Ormiston, Pencaitland, Boggs Holdings, New Winton, and Blackshiels are worth a look if you want to widen your search beyond this area.

All Orthodontic Options in Peaston Explained

Patients in Peaston have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs.

Treatment Options in Peaston — Local Context

How quickly you can be seen, and what's on offer, varies between the practices serving Peaston. ONS classifies Peaston as accessible Rural. NHS dental commissioning in Peaston falls under NHS Lothian. Peaston has 3 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 63% of towns in Scotland. Peaston's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with Scotland as a whole. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Peaston itself. The nearest recorded are ARC SMILE in Tranent, about 5 miles away; 1A MAYFIELD PLACE, about 5 miles away; and BOSCO DENTAL STUDIO in Dalkeith, about 5 miles away. Straightforward crowding or spacing cases often suit aligners; more involved bite corrections are more often treated with fixed braces.

How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Peaston

Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Peaston helps you ask the right questions. Knowing what happens at each step — and roughly how long it takes — removes most of the uncertainty. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.

From First Photo to Finished Smile in Peaston

Treatment in Peaston runs through a predictable sequence of stages, set out below so you know what's coming.

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

Frequently Asked Questions in Peaston

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

Where is the nearest orthodontist to Peaston?

On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Peaston is ARC SMILE in Tranent, about 4.6 miles to the north. The next closest are 1A MAYFIELD PLACE (4.7 miles) and BRIDGE DENTAL CARE (4.7 miles).

How many orthodontic practices are near Peaston?

Our register has 3 practices within 5 miles of Peaston, 37 practices within 10 miles and 171 practices within 20 miles.

Is there an NHS orthodontist near Peaston?

The nearest practice to Peaston that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is ARC SMILE in Tranent, about 4.6 miles to the north. Others nearby include 1A MAYFIELD PLACE (4.7 miles) and BRIDGE DENTAL CARE (4.7 miles).

How do I start orthodontic treatment in Peaston, East Lothian?

Many patients begin with an online orthodontic assessment so they can understand possible treatment routes before booking an appointment.

Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Peaston, East Lothian?

Yes. The most suitable treatment depends on the case, and an assessment can help compare braces and aligners in a more meaningful way.

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TitlePeaston, East Lothian Teeth Straightening
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Published1 June 2022
Modified10 October 2026
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