Braces in Ravelston at a Glance
| Nearest practice listing fixed braces | Sunrise Dental Clinic I Award Winning Paediatric I Orthodontic I Implant & Smile Design Clinic, Colinton — 1.3 miles; 2 within 10 miles |
|---|---|
| Nearest practice listing NHS | 91 CORSTORPHINE ROAD, Edinburgh — under a mile; 28 within 10 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Dundee Dental Hospital, Dundee — about 37 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Large Urban Areas |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of Scotland |
| Access within City of Edinburgh | 56th closest to a practice of 118 places in the county; the county median is 0.4 miles |
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 offering braces near Ravelston
On our practice register: 110 practices within 5 miles of Ravelston, 153 practices within 10 and 246 practices within 20. The closest is 91 CORSTORPHINE ROAD in Edinburgh, 0.4 miles south. The nearest that mentions fixed braces is Sunrise Dental Clinic I Award Winning Paediatric I Orthodontic I Implant & Smile Design Clinic, 1.3 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
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| Sunrise Dental Clinic I Award Winning Paediatric I Orthodontic I Implant & Smile Design ClinicColinton | 1.3 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (219 reviews) |
| Integrated DentalcareEdinburgh | 1.4 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (323 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Ravelston with practices offering braces
The closest town with practices offering braces is Colinton, 1.3 miles west; the next are Edinburgh (1.4 miles east).
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Ravelston
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), 1.4 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated DentalcareEdinburgh | 4.9 (323 reviews) | 1.4 miles east |
| Sunrise Dental Clinic I Award Winning Paediatric I Orthodontic I Implant & Smile Design ClinicColinton | 4.9 (219 reviews) | 1.3 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Fixed braces remain one of the most effective and versatile orthodontic treatments available. Residents of Ravelston have a genuine choice of brace type, and the best option is the one matched to your clinical needs. Because they act around the clock, they treat cases that removable appliances struggle with. Simple cases can finish inside a year; more involved corrections run longer.
Local Context for Ravelston
Orthodontic practices in and around Ravelston vary in the treatments and appointment types they offer. Officially, Ravelston is categorised as large Urban Areas. NHS dental commissioning in Ravelston falls under NHS Lothian. Ravelston has 110 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 96% of towns in Scotland. By national deprivation ranking, Ravelston sits among the less deprived areas of Scotland. The nearest university dental hospital to Ravelston is Dundee Dental Hospital, Dundee, about 37 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. No orthodontic practice is recorded in Ravelston. The nearest recorded are 91 CORSTORPHINE ROAD in Edinburgh, under a mile away; Vermilion Orthodontics in Colinton, about a mile away; and 26-28 MAIN STREET in Davidsons Mains, about a mile away. Whether aligners or fixed braces are recommended usually comes down to case complexity rather than personal preference alone.
How long NHS treatment takes to start in City of Edinburgh depends heavily on the individual practice's current caseload. Private treatment can usually begin within a few weeks of the initial consultation.
As a guide, private brace in Ravelston usually ranges from £1,500 to £5,500. Many practices offer 0% or low-interest payment plans spread over 12 to 24 months.
NHS vs Private Braces in Ravelston
NHS orthodontics in Ravelston is available to under-18s who meet the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need (IOTN) threshold, where treatment is free of charge and usually provided as metal fixed braces. Adults aged 26 and over who qualify pay 80% of the NHS fee, capped at £384 for a course of treatment. How long NHS treatment takes to start in City of Edinburgh depends heavily on the individual practice's current caseload.
Private treatment has no age limit and no waiting list. As a guide in Ravelston, metal braces run about £1,500–£3,500, ceramic £2,000–£4,500, and lingual £4,000–£8,000, with payment plans widely offered.
Picking the Right Orthodontist in Ravelston
When comparing practices in Ravelston, look for GDC-registered clinicians with orthodontic training, clear written plans before you commit, and fees that include retainers rather than adding them later.
Getting two or three consultations before committing is entirely reasonable for private treatment, and it's the best way to judge both the plan and the clinician.
Jaw Problems Treated by Orthodontists in Ravelston
Some bite problems come from the jaws themselves, not just the teeth. Working out whether a problem is dental or skeletal is the critical first step. Early specialist assessment is always the right starting point.
Orthognathic (Jaw) Surgery
Orthognathic surgery repositions one or both jaws to correct skeletal discrepancies that orthodontics alone cannot address. Performed by an oral and maxillofacial surgeon (OMFS) under general anaesthetic, it is combined with 12-18 months of orthodontic treatment before and after the surgical procedure.
Teeth Problems Treated by Orthodontists in Ravelston
Orthodontic problems are far more common than most people realise. Left untreated, some of these problems worsen and become harder to correct. Understanding your condition is the first step to knowing what treatment can help.
Orthodontic Problems in Ravelston — Local Context
Not every practice near Ravelston offers the same treatments, so it's worth checking what each one covers. Classified by ONS as large Urban Areas, Ravelston sits within NHS Lothian for NHS dental commissioning. With 110 orthodontic practices within five miles, Ravelston is better served than 96% of towns in Scotland. Ravelston's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of Scotland. The nearest university dental hospital to Ravelston is Dundee Dental Hospital, Dundee, about 37 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. Crowding is the most common presenting problem across the UK. Whether aligners or fixed braces are recommended usually comes down to case complexity rather than personal preference alone.
Teen Orthodontics in Ravelston
Getting the timing right in the teenage years pays off for years afterwards. It can have a lasting positive impact on confidence, dental health and facial development. A photo assessment is a low-pressure first step for a hesitant teenager.
Getting the Timing Right for Teens
Most teenagers are best treated between 11 and 14: the adult teeth are through, yet active growth remains to be harnessed for bite correction that's far harder to achieve once growth stops.
Frequently Asked Questions — Braces in Ravelston
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Ravelston?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Ravelston is 91 CORSTORPHINE ROAD in Edinburgh, about 0.4 miles to the south. The next closest are E H DENTAL CARE (0.7 miles) and GORGIE DENTAL (1.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Ravelston?
Our register has 110 practices within 5 miles of Ravelston, 153 practices within 10 miles and 246 practices within 20 miles.
Where can I get braces near Ravelston?
The nearest practice to Ravelston that mentions fixed braces is Sunrise Dental Clinic I Award Winning Paediatric I Orthodontic I Implant & Smile Design Clinic in Colinton, about 1.3 miles to the west. Others nearby include Integrated Dentalcare (1.4 miles).
Who commissions NHS dentistry in Ravelston?
Ravelston sits within NHS Lothian for NHS dental commissioning.
Is Ravelston rural or urban?
ONS classifies Ravelston as large Urban Areas.
How deprived is Ravelston compared with the rest of Scotland?
By the national deprivation index, Ravelston is less deprived than most of Scotland. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
Which towns are close to Ravelston?
Nearby towns include Roseburn, West Pilton, Orchard Brae.
Can I eat normally with braces?
Most of your diet is unaffected — the exceptions are hard, sticky or chewy foods that can damage a bracket or get stuck, like raw carrots, hard sweets, gum or crusty bread. You'll get a full list at your fitting appointment.
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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