Orthodontic practices near Peterhead
On our practice register: 3 practices within 5 miles of Peterhead, 4 practices within 10 and 10 practices within 20. The closest is QUEEN STREET DENTAL PRACTICE in Peterhead, 0.2 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| QUEEN STREET DENTAL PRACTICEPeterhead | 0.2 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| PETERHEAD DENTAL AND IMPLANT CENTREPeterhead | 0.3 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| BUCHAN BRAES DENTAL CLINICBoddam | 2.8 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| GC DENTAL MINTLAWMintlaw | 8.5 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| SCHOOLHILL DENTAL PRACTICEEllon | 14.7 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| YTHAN BRIDGE DENTAL CENTREEllon | 15.0 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| FAITHLIE DENTAL PRACTICEFraserburgh | 15.1 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| T/A FRITHSIDE DENTAL CAREFraserburgh | 15.1 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Peterhead with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Peterhead, 0.2 miles south-west; the next are Boddam (2.8 miles south) and Mintlaw (8.5 miles west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Peterhead | 2 | 0.2 miles south-west |
| Boddam | 1 | 2.8 miles south |
| Mintlaw | 1 | 8.5 miles west |
| Ellon | 2 | 14.7 miles south-west |
| Fraserburgh | 4 | 15.1 miles north-west |
| Newmacher | 1 | 22.1 miles south-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Peterhead at a Glance
| Nation | Scotland |
|---|---|
| Council area | Aberdeenshire |
| NHS dental services | NHS Grampian |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384 |
| Area type (ONS) | Other Urban Areas |
| Deprivation | More deprived than most of Scotland |
| Population | 18,450 |
| Practices within 5 miles | 3 practices, more than 63% of towns in Scotland |
| Access within Aberdeenshire | 3rd closest to an orthodontic practice of 487 places in the county (the county median is 4.3 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.2 miles away, closer than 93% of towns in Scotland |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Aberdeen Dental School, Aberdeen — 28 miles |
| Orthodontic practices on record | 2 |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 4 within 10 miles, 10 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 Peterhead
The nearest practice to Peterhead is QUEEN STREET DENTAL PRACTICE in Peterhead, 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 4 practices, and within 20 there are 10.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Bridge of Don Dental & Aesthetic Clinic (25.7 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 3 of the practices around Peterhead list clear aligners, the nearest 25.4 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 Peterhead are commissioned by NHS Grampian; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is QUEEN STREET DENTAL PRACTICE in Peterhead, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Aberdeen Dental School in Aberdeen, about 28 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Peterhead
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Orthodontist in Peterhead: People weighing up braces or aligners in Peterhead can use this page to understand the options before making contact with a practice. The information here applies just as well to nearby parts of Aberdeenshire. Peterhead — a market town with a population of around 18,450 — is covered on this page specifically.
What official data says about Peterhead
Peterhead's ONS geography type is other Urban Areas. NHS dental commissioning in Peterhead falls under NHS Grampian. Peterhead has 3 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 63% of towns in Scotland. National deprivation data ranks Peterhead among Scotland's more deprived areas. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Peterhead is about 28 miles from Aberdeen Dental School in Aberdeen.
More local pages to browse
You can also compare treatment pages for Roanheads, Keith Inch, Blackhouse, Grange Gardens, Burnhaven, and Clerkhill if you are weighing up more than one location.
Local snapshot of Peterhead
Peterhead is home to around 18,450 people, classing it as a market town within Aberdeenshire. Heading north for under 1 km brings you to Roanheads, the closest linked location.
What we know about practices near Peterhead
Source-linked practice data helps make this page more specific: 2 published orthodontic practices in the database currently link to Peterhead or nearby searches; 2 include NHS signals and 0 include private treatment signals. Nearby practice records include PETERHEAD DENTAL AND IMPLANT CENTRE and QUEEN STREET DENTAL PRACTICE.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Peterhead
Many people in Peterhead delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins. People from Roanheads, Blackhouse and Grange Gardens regularly visit orthodontists in Peterhead.
From First Photo to Finished Smile in Peterhead
Treatment in Peterhead runs through a predictable sequence of stages, set out below so you know what's coming.
Orthodontic Treatments in Peterhead
The orthodontic landscape in Peterhead offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs. People from Roanheads, Blackhouse and Grange Gardens regularly visit orthodontists in Peterhead.
Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Peterhead
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Peterhead — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Peterhead. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Peterhead
This section helps connect Peterhead, Aberdeenshire to the wider local area for people comparing treatment options. Nearby pages covering Roanheads, Keith Inch, Blackhouse, Grange Gardens, Burnhaven, and Clerkhill may also help if you are still comparing locations.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Peterhead
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Peterhead often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Peterhead?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Peterhead is QUEEN STREET DENTAL PRACTICE in Peterhead, about 0.2 miles to the south-west. The next closest are PETERHEAD DENTAL AND IMPLANT CENTRE (0.3 miles) and BUCHAN BRAES DENTAL CLINIC (2.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Peterhead?
Our register has 3 practices within 5 miles of Peterhead, 4 practices within 10 miles and 10 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Peterhead?
The nearest practice to Peterhead that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is QUEEN STREET DENTAL PRACTICE in Peterhead, about 0.2 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include PETERHEAD DENTAL AND IMPLANT CENTRE (0.3 miles) and BUCHAN BRAES DENTAL CLINIC (2.8 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Peterhead, Aberdeenshire?
A guided photo assessment is often the easiest starting point because it helps move broad research into something more specific.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Peterhead, Aberdeenshire?
Yes. Braces and aligners can be compared more effectively once the case itself has been reviewed.