Orthodontic practices near Pitteuchar
On our practice register: 17 practices within 5 miles of Pitteuchar, 26 practices within 10 and 216 practices within 20. The closest is BUPA DENTAL CARE in Thornton, 0.2 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BUPA DENTAL CAREThornton | 0.2 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Balbirnie Oral Care LtdGlenrothes | 0.7 miles north | ✓ | – | – | 4.6 (11 reviews) |
| BALBIRNIE ORAL CARE LTDMarkinch | 0.7 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| PUBLIC DENTAL SERVICECoaltown of Balgonie | 0.7 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| SALTIRE DENTAL PRACTICEGlenrothes | 1.1 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Saltire Dental Practice LtdGlenrothes | 1.1 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.4 (115 reviews) |
| NORTH STREET DENTAL PRACTICEGlenrothes | 1.2 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| LESLIE MEADOWS DENTAL CARELeslie | 2.7 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Pitteuchar with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Thornton, 0.2 miles north-west; the next are Glenrothes (0.7 miles north) and Markinch (0.7 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Thornton | 1 | 0.2 miles north-west |
| Glenrothes | 4 | 0.7 miles north |
| Markinch | 1 | 0.7 miles north |
| Coaltown of Balgonie | 1 | 0.7 miles east |
| Leslie | 1 | 2.7 miles north-west |
| Kirkcaldy | 6 | 3.5 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Pitteuchar
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is International Smiles in Burntisland (5.0 from 29 reviews), 9.0 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| International SmilesBurntisland | 5.0 (29 reviews) | 9.0 miles south |
| Kelty Dental PracticeKelty | 4.9 (282 reviews) | 9.1 miles west |
| Breeze Family Dental Care (Cardenden)Cardenden | 4.9 (82 reviews) | 4.6 miles south-west |
| Balbirnie Oral Care LtdGlenrothes | 4.6 (11 reviews) | 0.7 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Pitteuchar at a Glance
| Nation | Scotland |
|---|---|
| Council area | Fife |
| NHS dental services | NHS Fife |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384 |
| Area type (ONS) | Other Urban Areas |
| Deprivation | Around the Scotland average |
| Practices within 5 miles | 17 practices, more than 82% of towns in Scotland |
| Access within Fife | 15th closest to an orthodontic practice of 229 places in the county (the county median is 1.5 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.2 miles away, closer than 93% of towns in Scotland |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Dundee Dental Hospital, Dundee — 20 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | BUPA DENTAL CARE, Thornton — under a mile Balbirnie Oral Care Ltd, Glenrothes — under a mile BALBIRNIE ORAL CARE LTD, Markinch — under a mile |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 26 within 10 miles, 216 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 Pitteuchar
Pitteuchar has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: BUPA DENTAL CARE in Thornton is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 26 practices, and within 20 there are 216.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: 1 of the practices around Pitteuchar list clear aligners, the nearest 1.1 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 Pitteuchar are commissioned by NHS Fife; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is BUPA DENTAL CARE in Thornton, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee, about 20 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Pitteuchar
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Orthodontist in Pitteuchar: This page is built to support early-stage orthodontic research for people looking at treatment options in Pitteuchar. It is relevant to searches focused on both Pitteuchar and the wider Fife area.
Local treatment availability around Pitteuchar
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Pitteuchar. The nearest we do hold are BUPA DENTAL CARE in Thornton, under a mile away; Balbirnie Oral Care Ltd in Glenrothes, under a mile away; and BALBIRNIE ORAL CARE LTD in Markinch, under a mile away.
What official data says about Pitteuchar
Officially, Pitteuchar is categorised as other Urban Areas. NHS dental commissioning in Pitteuchar falls under NHS Fife. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (17), Pitteuchar has more choice than 82% of towns in Scotland. By national deprivation ranking, Pitteuchar is roughly mid-table for Scotland. The nearest university dental hospital to Pitteuchar is Dundee Dental Hospital, Dundee, about 20 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
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Pages for Finglassie, Auchmuty, Thornton, Alburne Park, Glenrothes, and Mount Frost follow the same format and can help with wider comparisons.
About Pitteuchar
Heading west for under 1 km brings you to Finglassie, the closest linked location.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Pitteuchar
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Pitteuchar has the full spectrum of options. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.
Treatment Options in Pitteuchar — Local Context
How quickly you can be seen, and what's on offer, varies between the practices serving Pitteuchar. Classified by ONS as other Urban Areas, Pitteuchar sits within NHS Fife for NHS dental commissioning. Pitteuchar has 17 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 82% of towns in Scotland. National deprivation data puts Pitteuchar close to the Scotland median. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Pitteuchar is Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee, about 20 miles away. There is no orthodontist on our records in Pitteuchar itself. The nearest we do hold are BUPA DENTAL CARE in Thornton, under a mile away; Balbirnie Oral Care Ltd in Glenrothes, under a mile away; and BALBIRNIE ORAL CARE LTD in Markinch, under a mile away. Mild-to-moderate crowding or spacing is often suitable for clear aligners, while more complex cases are more commonly recommended fixed braces.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Pitteuchar
Orthodontic treatment in Pitteuchar is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. 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 Pitteuchar
Treatment in Pitteuchar 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 Pitteuchar. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Pitteuchar
These links help widen your research beyond Pitteuchar, Fife if you're open to travelling a little further. Other local pages worth browsing include Finglassie, Auchmuty, Thornton, Alburne Park, Glenrothes, and Mount Frost.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Pitteuchar
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Pitteuchar often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Pitteuchar?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Pitteuchar is BUPA DENTAL CARE in Thornton, about 0.2 miles to the north-west. The next closest are Balbirnie Oral Care Ltd (0.7 miles) and BALBIRNIE ORAL CARE LTD (0.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Pitteuchar?
Our register has 17 practices within 5 miles of Pitteuchar, 26 practices within 10 miles and 216 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Pitteuchar?
The nearest practice to Pitteuchar that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is BUPA DENTAL CARE in Thornton, about 0.2 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include Balbirnie Oral Care Ltd (0.7 miles) and BALBIRNIE ORAL CARE LTD (0.7 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Pitteuchar, Fife?
The usual starting point is a short online assessment: upload a few guided photos and a clinician reviews your case remotely.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Pitteuchar, Fife?
Yes. Braces and aligners can be compared more effectively once the case itself has been reviewed.