Orthodontic practices near Pinkie Braes
On our practice register: 22 practices within 5 miles of Pinkie Braes, 131 practices within 10 and 217 practices within 20. The closest is 31/33 HIGH STREET in Musselburgh, 1.1 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31/33 HIGH STREETMusselburgh | 1.1 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| 23 BRIDGE STREETMusselburgh | 1.4 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| CAMPBELL & GIBSON DENTAL PRACTICEMusselburgh | 1.4 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| FAMILY DENTAL CAREPrestonpans | 2.3 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| BRIDGE DENTAL CARETranent | 2.5 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| ARC SMILETranent | 2.7 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| BOSCO DENTAL STUDIODalkeith | 3.2 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| ORTHODONTIC LOUNGEDanderhall | 3.2 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Pinkie Braes with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Musselburgh, 1.1 miles west; the next are Prestonpans (2.3 miles north-east) and Tranent (2.5 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Musselburgh | 7 | 1.1 miles west |
| Prestonpans | 1 | 2.3 miles north-east |
| Tranent | 2 | 2.5 miles east |
| Dalkeith | 4 | 3.2 miles south |
| Danderhall | 7 | 3.2 miles west |
| Cockenzie | 1 | 3.4 miles north-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Pinkie Braes at a Glance
| Nation | Scotland |
|---|---|
| Council area | East Lothian |
| NHS dental services | NHS Lothian |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384 |
| Area type (ONS) | Large Urban Areas |
| Deprivation | More deprived than most of Scotland |
| Practices within 5 miles | 21 practices, more than 84% of towns in Scotland |
| Access within East Lothian | 36th closest to an orthodontic practice of 92 places in the county (the county median is 1.7 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 1.1 miles away, closer than 75% of towns in Scotland |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Dundee Dental Hospital, Dundee — 36 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | 31/33 HIGH STREET, Musselburgh — 1 miles FAMILY DENTAL CARE, Prestonpans — 2 miles BRIDGE DENTAL CARE, Tranent — 2 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 131 within 10 miles, 217 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 Pinkie Braes
Pinkie Braes is 1.1 miles from 31/33 HIGH STREET in Musselburgh, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 131 practices, and within 20 there are 217.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: 1 of the practices around Pinkie Braes list clear aligners, the nearest 3.3 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Pinkie Braes are commissioned by NHS Lothian; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is 31/33 HIGH STREET in Musselburgh, 1.1 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee, about 36 miles away.
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What we know about practices near Pinkie Braes
There is no orthodontist on our records in Pinkie Braes itself. The nearest we do hold are 31/33 HIGH STREET in Musselburgh, about a mile away; FAMILY DENTAL CARE in Prestonpans, about 2 miles away; and BRIDGE DENTAL CARE in Tranent, about 2 miles away.
About Pinkie Braes
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The local picture in Pinkie Braes
Pinkie Braes is classified as large Urban Areas. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Lothian. With 21 orthodontic practices within five miles, Pinkie Braes is better served than 84% of towns in Scotland. By national deprivation ranking, Pinkie Braes sits among the more deprived areas of Scotland. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Pinkie Braes is about 36 miles from Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee.
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Appointment availability and the range of treatments on offer both vary practice to practice around Pinkie Braes. By ONS classification, Pinkie Braes falls under large Urban Areas. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Lothian. With 21 orthodontic practices within five miles, Pinkie Braes is better served than 84% of towns in Scotland. By national deprivation ranking, Pinkie Braes sits among the more deprived areas of Scotland. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Pinkie Braes is Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee, about 36 miles away. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Pinkie Braes
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Where is the nearest orthodontist to Pinkie Braes?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Pinkie Braes is 31/33 HIGH STREET in Musselburgh, about 1.1 miles to the west. The next closest are 23 BRIDGE STREET (1.4 miles) and CAMPBELL & GIBSON DENTAL PRACTICE (1.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Pinkie Braes?
Our register has 22 practices within 5 miles of Pinkie Braes, 131 practices within 10 miles and 217 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Pinkie Braes?
The nearest practice to Pinkie Braes that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is 31/33 HIGH STREET in Musselburgh, about 1.1 miles to the west. Others nearby include 23 BRIDGE STREET (1.4 miles) and CAMPBELL & GIBSON DENTAL PRACTICE (1.4 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Pinkie Braes, 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 Pinkie Braes, East Lothian?
Yes. A review of your photos and concerns can help show whether braces or clear aligners may be the better route.