Retainers in Queen Street at a Glance
| Nearest practice listing retainers | Cherrybank Dental Spa, Edinburgh — under a mile; 3 within 10 miles |
|---|---|
| Nearest practice with emergency care | None within 30 miles on our register |
| Nearest practice open evenings or weekends | Cherrybank Dental Spa, Edinburgh — under a mile; 2 within 10 miles |
| Practices on our register | 116 within 5 miles, 149 within 10, 242 within 20 |
| Area type (ONS) | Large Urban Areas |
| Deprivation | Around the Scotland average |
Sources: Census 2021 (NOMIS), DfE Get Information About Schools, ONS geography, UK NHS dental charge schedules and our orthodontic practice register. Distances are straight-line.
Practices near Queen Street listing retainers
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. The nearest listing retainers is Cherrybank Dental Spa, 0.3 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | Retainers | Emergency care | Evenings or weekends | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cherrybank Dental SpaEdinburgh | 0.3 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (419 reviews) |
| Integrated DentalcareEdinburgh | 0.6 miles west | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (323 reviews) |
| Scottish Orthodontics CarlukeEdinburgh | 0.7 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | 4.4 (61 reviews) |
✓ 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 Integrated Dentalcare in Edinburgh (4.9 from 323 reviews), 0.6 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated DentalcareEdinburgh | 4.9 (323 reviews) | 0.6 miles west |
| Cherrybank Dental SpaEdinburgh | 4.8 (419 reviews) | 0.3 miles north |
| Scottish Orthodontics CarlukeEdinburgh | 4.4 (61 reviews) | 0.7 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Retainers near Queen Street
| What you may need | Look for | Nearest listing it | Next nearest | Within 20 miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Retainers | retainers | Cherrybank Dental Spa, Edinburgh (under a mile) | Integrated Dentalcare (under a mile); Scottish Orthodontics Carluke (under a mile) | 3 |
| Urgent repairs | emergency care | not mentioned nearby | none other | 0 |
| Visits outside working hours | evening or weekend opening | Cherrybank Dental Spa, Edinburgh (under a mile) | Edinburgh Dental Studio (under a mile) | 2 |
| A fresh scan for a new retainer | digital scanning | Cherrybank Dental Spa, Edinburgh (under a mile) | Bite Dentistry (under a mile); Integrated Dentalcare (under a mile) | 4 |
Built from what each practice's own published information mentions, so a missing entry means not mentioned, which does not mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Retention is a lifelong commitment, not a short-term measure many patients expect. Without them, teeth start drifting back towards their old positions within weeks of finishing. How diligently they're worn is what determines how long your Queen Street treatment result lasts.
Retainer Replacement and Emergency Care in Queen Street
Expect to replace an Essix retainer every couple of years; Hawley plates last far longer, and bonded wires longest of all. The one thing to watch with a fixed retainer is a wire quietly debonding from a tooth.
Treat a lost or broken retainer as time-sensitive. Any orthodontic practice in Queen Street can help, and catching a problem early is always far cheaper than dealing with relapse later.
Types of Retainer Available in Queen Street
Fixed (bonded) retainers are the set-and-forget option — a hidden wire fixed behind the incisors that never relies on you remembering to wear it. They do demand a bit more care at brushing time to avoid plaque around the wire.
Essix retainers are the transparent tray-style retainer worn over the teeth — nearly invisible and comfortable, though the plastic warps if exposed to heat and usually lasts one to three years.
Hawley retainers are the classic removable retainer: robust, adjustable, and long-lived, with the only real downside being that the front wire is visible when in.
Many orthodontists in Queen Street now provide both a fixed wire for continuous protection and a removable Essix tray for overnight use, combining the strengths of each.
Retainer Services in Queen Street
Orthodontic practices in and around Queen Street vary in the treatments and appointment types they offer. Queen Street is classified as large Urban Areas, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Lothian. With 116 orthodontic practices within five miles, Queen Street is better served than 97% of towns in Scotland. Queen Street sits close to the Scotland average for deprivation. 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. See local practice availability in Queen Street → They typically offer retainer fitting, replacement, and emergency repair appointments.
As a guide, private replacement Essix retainers (per arch) in Queen Street usually ranges from £80 to £150. Most practices can fabricate a replacement from a new scan or impression within a few working days. If you have moved away from your original treating practice, any orthodontic or dental practice in Queen Street can usually provide replacement retainers.
Orthodontic Aftercare in Queen Street
Finishing active treatment is the start of retention, not the finish line. Many patients are surprised how much goes into keeping teeth exactly where treatment left them. This guide covers everything that happens after active treatment ends.
Long-Term Retention in Queen Street
Retention is lifelong. Teeth experience continuous biological pressure to drift throughout life. Removable retainers should be worn full-time for the first 3-6 months, then nights only indefinitely. The previous guidance of stopping after 2 years has been updated — consistent long-term wear is what prevents relapse.
Frequently Asked Questions — Retainers in Queen Street
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.
Where can I get a retainer near Queen Street?
The nearest practice to Queen Street that lists retainers is Cherrybank Dental Spa in Edinburgh, about 0.3 miles to the north. Others nearby include Integrated Dentalcare (0.6 miles) and Scottish Orthodontics Carluke (0.7 miles).
Who commissions NHS dentistry in Queen Street?
NHS dental commissioning in Queen Street falls under NHS Lothian.
Is Queen Street rural or urban?
ONS classifies Queen Street as large Urban Areas.
How deprived is Queen Street compared with the rest of Scotland?
By the national deprivation index, Queen Street is close to the Scotland average for deprivation. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
What towns are near Queen Street?
Edinburgh, Sciennes, Bruntsfield are within easy reach of Queen Street.
How much does a replacement retainer cost?
Replacement Essix retainers typically cost £80–£150 per arch. Hawley retainers may cost £150–£250 and last longer. Fixed retainer repair (rebonding a wire) typically costs £50–£150. Costs vary by practice — contact your treating orthodontist or a local practice for a quote.
Last updated: October 2026, compiled by the Virtual Consultant Online editorial team from our practice register and public data. Information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute clinical advice; it is not reviewed by a clinician. Sources: NHS, General Dental Council. How we compile our information.
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