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Orthodontic practices near Pitcox

On our practice register: 2 practices within 5 miles of Pitcox, 9 practices within 10 and 26 practices within 20. The closest is DUNBAR DENTAL PRACTICE, 3.0 miles north-east.

PracticeDistanceNHSBracesAlignersGoogle rating
DUNBAR DENTAL PRACTICEDunbar3.0 miles north-east✓–––
7 HIGH STREETDunbar3.0 miles north-east✓–––
78 MARKET STREETHaddington8.0 miles west✓–––
7 SIDEGATEHaddington8.0 miles west✓–––
43/6 MARKET STREETHaddington8.1 miles west✓–––
40 COURT STREETHaddington8.2 miles west✓–––
Gavin Caves OrthodonticsHaddington8.2 miles west–––5.0 (480 reviews)
CAMPBELL & GIBSON DENTAL AND IMPLANT CENNorth Berwick8.4 miles north-west✓–––

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

Nearest places to Pitcox with orthodontic practices

The closest town with orthodontic practices is Dunbar, 3.0 miles north-east; the next are Haddington (8.0 miles west) and North Berwick (8.4 miles north-west).

PlacePracticesNearest
Dunbar23.0 miles north-east
Haddington58.0 miles west
North Berwick28.4 miles north-west
Gullane111.1 miles north-west
Longniddry112.6 miles west
Cockenzie114.8 miles west

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

Pitcox 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 miles2 practices, more than 56% of towns in Scotland
Access within East Lothian71st closest to an orthodontic practice of 92 places in the county (the county median is 1.7 miles)
Nearest practice compared3.0 miles away, closer than 58% of towns in Scotland
Nearest university dental hospitalDundee Dental Hospital, Dundee — 37 miles
Nearest orthodontic practicesDUNBAR DENTAL PRACTICE, Dunbar — 3 miles
78 MARKET STREET, Haddington — 8 miles
CAMPBELL & GIBSON DENTAL AND IMPLANT CEN, North Berwick — 8 miles
Practices within 10 and 20 miles9 within 10 miles, 26 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 Pitcox

Pitcox is 3 miles from DUNBAR DENTAL PRACTICE, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 9 practices, and within 20 there are 26.

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 Pitcox are commissioned by NHS Lothian; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is DUNBAR DENTAL PRACTICE, 3 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee, about 37 miles away.

Orthodontic Treatment In Pitcox

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Braces and aligner options in Pitcox

Orthodontist in Pitcox: This page is built to support early-stage orthodontic research for people looking at treatment options in Pitcox. It connects local orthodontic research in Pitcox with the wider East Lothian area.

What we know about practices near Pitcox

We hold no orthodontic practice records in Pitcox itself. The nearest recorded are DUNBAR DENTAL PRACTICE, about 3 miles away; 78 MARKET STREET in Haddington, about 8 miles away; and CAMPBELL & GIBSON DENTAL AND IMPLANT CEN in North Berwick, about 8 miles away.

Pitcox in numbers

Just under 1 km west, Biel is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.

Browse nearby orthodontic locations

You can continue browsing related location pages including Biel, West Barns, Bielside, Stenton, Spott, and Belhaven if you want to compare orthodontic options across a wider local area.

Pitcox in context

Pitcox — accessible Rural by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Lothian for NHS dentistry. With 2 orthodontic practices within five miles, Pitcox is better served than 56% of towns in Scotland. Pitcox sits close to the Scotland average for deprivation. The nearest university dental hospital to Pitcox is Dundee Dental Hospital, Dundee, about 37 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.

The Orthodontic Journey in Pitcox

Many people in Pitcox delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.

The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage

The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Pitcox — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.

Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Pitcox

The orthodontic landscape in Pitcox offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.

Treatment Options in Pitcox — Local Context

What's available in Pitcox depends on the practice, so it's worth checking directly what each one offers. Officially, Pitcox is categorised as accessible Rural. Pitcox sits within NHS Lothian for NHS dental commissioning. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (2), Pitcox has more choice than 56% of towns in Scotland. National deprivation data puts Pitcox close to the Scotland median. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Pitcox is about 37 miles from Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Pitcox itself. The closest on record are DUNBAR DENTAL PRACTICE, about 3 miles away; 78 MARKET STREET in Haddington, about 8 miles away; and CAMPBELL & GIBSON DENTAL AND IMPLANT CEN in North Berwick, about 8 miles away. Straightforward crowding or spacing cases often suit aligners; more involved bite corrections are more often treated with fixed braces.

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

Frequently Asked Questions in Pitcox

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

Where is the nearest orthodontist to Pitcox?

On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Pitcox is DUNBAR DENTAL PRACTICE, about 3.0 miles to the north-east. The next closest are 7 HIGH STREET (3.0 miles) and 78 MARKET STREET (8.0 miles).

How many orthodontic practices are near Pitcox?

Our register has 2 practices within 5 miles of Pitcox, 9 practices within 10 miles and 26 practices within 20 miles.

Is there an NHS orthodontist near Pitcox?

The nearest practice to Pitcox that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is DUNBAR DENTAL PRACTICE, about 3.0 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include 7 HIGH STREET (3.0 miles) and 78 MARKET STREET (8.0 miles).

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

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 Pitcox, East Lothian?

Yes. Comparing the two properly usually means having someone assess your bite and alignment first.

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TitlePitcox, East Lothian Braces & Aligners
PublisherVirtual Consultant Online
Published1 June 2022
Modified10 October 2026
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