Orthodontic practices near Port Brae
On our practice register: 11 practices within 5 miles of Port Brae, 42 practices within 10 and 227 practices within 20. The closest is CHARLOTTE DENTAL PRACTICE in Kirkcaldy, 0.1 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CHARLOTTE DENTAL PRACTICEKirkcaldy | 0.1 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Harper Bell & Partners Dental PracticeKirkcaldy | 0.2 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.3 (6 reviews) |
| REDBURN DENTALKirkcaldy | 0.2 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| VICEROY STREET DENTAL PRACTICEKirkcaldy | 0.7 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| TEMPLEHALL DENTAL PRACTICEKirkcaldy | 1.5 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| PARK ROAD DENTAL PRACTICEKirkcaldy | 1.7 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| HELEN MACDONALD DENTAL PRACTICEBurntisland | 4.5 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Breeze Family Dental Care (Cardenden)Cardenden | 4.7 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.9 (82 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Port Brae with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Kirkcaldy, 0.1 miles south; the next are Burntisland (4.5 miles south-west) and Cardenden (4.7 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Kirkcaldy | 6 | 0.1 miles south |
| Burntisland | 2 | 4.5 miles south-west |
| Cardenden | 2 | 4.7 miles north-west |
| Thornton | 1 | 5.0 miles north |
| Coaltown of Balgonie | 1 | 5.1 miles north |
| Glenrothes | 4 | 5.5 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Port Brae
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), 4.8 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| International SmilesBurntisland | 5.0 (29 reviews) | 4.8 miles south-west |
| Kelty Dental PracticeKelty | 4.9 (282 reviews) | 8.7 miles west |
| Ocean Orthodontic ClinicEdinburgh | 4.9 (238 reviews) | 9.1 miles south |
| Breeze Family Dental Care (Cardenden)Cardenden | 4.9 (82 reviews) | 4.7 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Port Brae 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 | 11 practices, more than 77% of towns in Scotland |
| Access within Fife | 6th closest to an orthodontic practice of 229 places in the county (the county median is 1.5 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.1 miles away, closer than 97% of towns in Scotland |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Dundee Dental Hospital, Dundee — 25 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | CHARLOTTE DENTAL PRACTICE, Kirkcaldy — under a mile HELEN MACDONALD DENTAL PRACTICE, Burntisland — 4 miles Breeze Family Dental Care (Cardenden), Cardenden — 5 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 42 within 10 miles, 227 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 Port Brae
The nearest practice to Port Brae is CHARLOTTE DENTAL PRACTICE in Kirkcaldy, 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 42 practices, and within 20 there are 227.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: 2 of the practices around Port Brae list clear aligners, the nearest 5.6 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Port Brae are commissioned by NHS Fife; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is CHARLOTTE DENTAL PRACTICE in Kirkcaldy, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee, about 25 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Port Brae
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Orthodontist in Port Brae: This page is built to support early-stage orthodontic research for people looking at treatment options in Port Brae. The same guidance applies whether you are based in Port Brae itself or elsewhere in Fife.
Local provider signals in Port Brae
There is no orthodontist on our records in Port Brae itself. The nearest recorded are CHARLOTTE DENTAL PRACTICE in Kirkcaldy, under a mile away; HELEN MACDONALD DENTAL PRACTICE in Burntisland, about 4 miles away; and Breeze Family Dental Care (Cardenden), about 5 miles away.
Local context for Port Brae
Just under 1 km north, Linktown is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
Nearby location pages
You can also compare treatment pages for Linktown, Wemyfield, Kirkcaldy, Smeaton, Dunnikier, and Sinclairtown if you are weighing up more than one location.
The local picture in Port Brae
Classified by ONS as other Urban Areas, Port Brae sits within NHS Fife for NHS dental commissioning. Port Brae has 11 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 77% of towns in Scotland. Port Brae's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with Scotland as a whole. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Port Brae is Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee, about 25 miles away.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Port Brae
Orthodontic treatment in Port Brae 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.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Port Brae
Treatment range and appointment slots differ between the practices covering Port Brae — comparing a couple is worthwhile. Port Brae — other Urban Areas by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Fife for NHS dentistry. Port Brae has 11 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 77% of towns in Scotland. Port Brae sits close to the Scotland average for deprivation. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Port Brae is about 25 miles from Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Port Brae
The orthodontic landscape in Port Brae 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.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Port Brae
Every treatment type has strengths and limitations. This filters quickly to the options most relevant to your situation:
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Port Brae. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Port Brae
This section helps connect Port Brae, Fife to the wider local area for people comparing treatment options. If you're still deciding, related pages for Linktown, Wemyfield, Kirkcaldy, Smeaton, Dunnikier, and Sinclairtown may help.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Port Brae
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Port Brae often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Port Brae?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Port Brae is CHARLOTTE DENTAL PRACTICE in Kirkcaldy, about 0.1 miles to the south. The next closest are Harper Bell & Partners Dental Practice (0.2 miles) and REDBURN DENTAL (0.2 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Port Brae?
Our register has 11 practices within 5 miles of Port Brae, 42 practices within 10 miles and 227 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Port Brae?
The nearest practice to Port Brae that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is CHARLOTTE DENTAL PRACTICE in Kirkcaldy, about 0.1 miles to the south. Others nearby include REDBURN DENTAL (0.2 miles) and VICEROY STREET DENTAL PRACTICE (0.7 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Port Brae, Fife?
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 Port Brae, Fife?
Yes. Comparing the two properly usually means having someone assess your bite and alignment first.