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Orthodontic practices near Queen Street

On our practice register: 116 practices within 5 miles of Queen Street, 149 practices within 10 and 242 practices within 20. The closest is Edinburgh Dental Specialists, 0.2 miles north-west.

PracticeDistanceNHSBracesAlignersGoogle rating
Edinburgh Dental SpecialistsEdinburgh0.2 miles north-west–✓✓4.8 (350 reviews)
EDINBURGH GUMS & TEETHEdinburgh0.2 miles north✓–––
Smile Direct ClubEdinburgh0.2 miles north-west–––4.8 (62 reviews)
FREDERICK STREET DENTAL CAREEdinburgh0.3 miles north✓–––
Cherrybank Dental SpaEdinburgh0.3 miles north✓✓✓4.8 (419 reviews)
EARL GREY DENTAL PRACTICEEdinburgh0.4 miles south-west✓–––
Edinburgh Dental StudioEdinburgh0.4 miles west✓–✓5.0 (242 reviews)
4 GREAT STUART STREETEdinburgh0.4 miles north-west✓–––

✓ 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 Queen Street

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), 0.6 miles north-east.

PracticeGoogle ratingDistance
The Row Dental EdinburghEdinburgh5.0 (346 reviews)0.6 miles north-east
Edinburgh Dental StudioEdinburgh5.0 (242 reviews)0.4 miles west
Integrated DentalcareEdinburgh4.9 (323 reviews)0.6 miles west
Cherrybank Dental SpaEdinburgh4.8 (419 reviews)0.3 miles north

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

Queen Street 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 miles116 practices, more than 97% of towns in Scotland
Access within City of Edinburgh15th closest to an orthodontic practice of 118 places in the county (the county median is 0.4 miles)
Nearest practice compared0.2 miles away, closer than 93% of towns in Scotland
Nearest university dental hospitalDundee Dental Hospital, Dundee — 36 miles
Nearest orthodontic practicesEdinburgh Dental Specialists, Edinburgh — under a mile
CRAIGLOCKHART CLINIC, Colinton — 2 miles
1 LIBERTON BRAE, Danderhall — 2 miles
Practices within 10 and 20 miles149 within 10 miles, 242 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 Queen Street

Queen Street has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Edinburgh Dental Specialists is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 149 practices, and within 20 there are 242.

To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Edinburgh Dental Studio (under a mile) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 7 of the practices around Queen Street list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile 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 Queen Street are commissioned by NHS Lothian; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is EDINBURGH GUMS & TEETH, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee, about 36 miles away.

Orthodontic Treatment In Queen Street

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Local orthodontic treatment in Queen Street

If you are looking for an orthodontist in Queen Street, this page is designed to help you compare braces, clear aligners, and online assessment options before arranging a visit. It is relevant to searches focused on both Queen Street and the wider City of Edinburgh area.

Useful local orthodontic context for Queen Street

There is no orthodontist on our records in Queen Street itself. The closest on record are Edinburgh Dental Specialists, under a mile away; CRAIGLOCKHART CLINIC in Colinton, about 2 miles away; and 1 LIBERTON BRAE in Danderhall, about 2 miles away.

Area profile for Queen Street

Queen Street is classified as large Urban Areas. NHS dental commissioning in Queen Street falls under NHS Lothian. Queen Street has 116 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 97% of towns in Scotland. By national deprivation ranking, Queen Street is roughly mid-table for Scotland. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Queen Street is about 36 miles from Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee.

Queen Street in numbers

Edinburgh is the closest neighbouring location page, under 1 km north of Queen Street.

Widen your local search

If you are comparing a wider local area, you can also browse nearby orthodontic location pages such as Edinburgh, Grassmarket, New Town, Canonmills, Marchmont, and Roxburgh's Court.

How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Queen Street

Orthodontic treatment in Queen Street 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. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.

Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Queen Street

What's available in Queen Street depends on the practice, so it's worth checking directly what each one offers. Queen Street is classified as large Urban Areas. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Lothian. With 116 orthodontic practices within five miles, Queen Street is better served than 97% of towns in Scotland. By national deprivation ranking, Queen Street is roughly mid-table for Scotland. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Queen Street is Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee, about 36 miles away. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.

Teeth Straightening Options Available in Queen Street

From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Queen Street has the full spectrum of options. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.

Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Queen Street

Every mainstream option is available to patients in Queen Street — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.

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

Frequently Asked Questions in Queen Street

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

Where is the nearest orthodontist to Queen Street?

On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Queen Street is Edinburgh Dental Specialists, about 0.2 miles to the north-west. The next closest are EDINBURGH GUMS & TEETH (0.2 miles) and Smile Direct Club (0.2 miles).

How many orthodontic practices are near Queen Street?

Our register has 116 practices within 5 miles of Queen Street, 149 practices within 10 miles and 242 practices within 20 miles.

Is there an NHS orthodontist near Queen Street?

The nearest practice to Queen Street that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is EDINBURGH GUMS & TEETH, about 0.2 miles to the north. Others nearby include FREDERICK STREET DENTAL CARE (0.3 miles) and Cherrybank Dental Spa (0.3 miles).

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

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 Queen Street, City of Edinburgh?

Yes. A case-specific comparison is more useful than a general one, and an online assessment can provide that.

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TitleQueen Street, City of Edinburgh Braces & Aligners
PublisherVirtual Consultant Online
Published1 June 2022
Modified11 October 2026
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