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Orthodontic practices near Pilrig

On our practice register: 111 practices within 5 miles of Pilrig, 150 practices within 10 and 237 practices within 20. The closest is NEWKIRKGATE DENTAL CARE in Edinburgh, 0.3 miles east.

PracticeDistanceNHSBracesAlignersGoogle rating
NEWKIRKGATE DENTAL CAREEdinburgh0.3 miles east✓–––
GREAT JUNCTION DENTAL PRACTICEEdinburgh0.3 miles north-east✓–––
65 FERRY ROADEdinburgh0.3 miles north✓–––
83 LEITH WALKEdinburgh0.3 miles east✓–––
BARRON DENTALEdinburgh0.4 miles north✓–––
8 PILRIG STREETEdinburgh0.4 miles south✓–––
Ocean Orthodontic ClinicEdinburgh0.6 miles north–✓✓4.9 (238 reviews)
(MY) DENTISTEdinburgh0.6 miles north-east✓–––

✓ 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 Pilrig

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), 1.0 miles south-west.

PracticeGoogle ratingDistance
The Row Dental EdinburghEdinburgh5.0 (346 reviews)1.0 miles south-west
Abbeymount Dental CareEdinburgh4.9 (254 reviews)0.9 miles south
Ocean Orthodontic ClinicEdinburgh4.9 (238 reviews)0.6 miles north
Cherrybank Dental SpaEdinburgh4.8 (419 reviews)1.3 miles south-west

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

Pilrig at a Glance

NationScotland
Council areaCity of Edinburgh
NHS dental servicesNHS Lothian
NHS orthodontic chargesFree under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384
Area type (ONS)Large Urban Areas
DeprivationAround the Scotland average
Practices within 5 miles111 practices, more than 96% of towns in Scotland
Access within City of Edinburgh39th closest to an orthodontic practice of 118 places in the county (the county median is 0.4 miles)
Nearest practice compared0.3 miles away, closer than 90% of towns in Scotland
Nearest university dental hospitalDundee Dental Hospital, Dundee — 35 miles
Nearest orthodontic practicesNEWKIRKGATE DENTAL CARE, Edinburgh — under a mile
2 SOUTHFIELD LOAN, Danderhall — 3 miles
MY DENTIST, Musselburgh — 3 miles
Practices within 10 and 20 miles150 within 10 miles, 237 within 20 miles
Postcode districtsEH6

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 Pilrig

Pilrig has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: NEWKIRKGATE DENTAL CARE in Edinburgh is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 150 practices, and within 20 there are 237.

Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Scottish Orthodontics Carluke (under a mile) mentions a free consultation, and 5 of the practices around Pilrig list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile away.

If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Pilrig are commissioned by NHS Lothian; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is NEWKIRKGATE DENTAL CARE in Edinburgh, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee, about 35 miles away.

Orthodontic Treatment In Pilrig

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Compare orthodontic care in Pilrig

Orthodontist in Pilrig: This page was put together for people in Pilrig who want more than a generic search result before choosing a treatment route. It connects local orthodontic research in Pilrig with the wider City of Edinburgh area.

Local provider signals in Pilrig

No orthodontic practice is recorded in Pilrig. The nearest we do hold are NEWKIRKGATE DENTAL CARE in Edinburgh, under a mile away; 2 SOUTHFIELD LOAN in Danderhall, about 3 miles away; and MY DENTIST in Musselburgh, about 3 miles away.

More local pages to browse

If you are comparing a wider local area, you can also browse nearby orthodontic location pages such as Hamilton Wynd, Leith, Abbeyhill, North Leith, South Leith, and York Place.

The local picture in Pilrig

Officially, Pilrig is categorised as large Urban Areas. For NHS dental services, Pilrig falls under NHS Lothian. With 111 orthodontic practices within five miles, Pilrig is better served than 96% of towns in Scotland. By national deprivation ranking, Pilrig is roughly mid-table for Scotland. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Pilrig is about 35 miles from Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee.

Local snapshot of Pilrig

Heading east for under 1 km brings you to Leith, the closest linked location.

Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Pilrig

From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Pilrig has the full spectrum of options. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.

Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Pilrig

Every treatment type has strengths and limitations. This filters quickly to the options most relevant to your situation:

The Orthodontic Journey in Pilrig

Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Pilrig helps you ask the right questions. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.

Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step

Every case in Pilrig follows broadly the same arc; knowing the stages in advance makes the whole thing feel far more manageable.

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

Frequently Asked Questions in Pilrig

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

Where is the nearest orthodontist to Pilrig?

On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Pilrig is NEWKIRKGATE DENTAL CARE in Edinburgh, about 0.3 miles to the east. The next closest are GREAT JUNCTION DENTAL PRACTICE (0.3 miles) and 65 FERRY ROAD (0.3 miles).

How many orthodontic practices are near Pilrig?

Our register has 111 practices within 5 miles of Pilrig, 150 practices within 10 miles and 237 practices within 20 miles.

Is there an NHS orthodontist near Pilrig?

The nearest practice to Pilrig that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is NEWKIRKGATE DENTAL CARE in Edinburgh, about 0.3 miles to the east. Others nearby include GREAT JUNCTION DENTAL PRACTICE (0.3 miles) and 65 FERRY ROAD (0.3 miles).

How do I start orthodontic treatment in Pilrig, City of Edinburgh?

Starting with guided photos helps turn general research into a clearer next step reviewed by a clinician.

Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Pilrig, City of Edinburgh?

Yes. Braces and aligners can be compared more effectively once the case itself has been reviewed.

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TitlePilrig, City of Edinburgh Braces & Aligners
PublisherVirtual Consultant Online
Published1 June 2022
Modified10 October 2026
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