Costs in Ravelston at a Glance
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384 |
|---|---|
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of Scotland |
| Nearest practice listing private treatment | Ardmillan Orthodontics Ltd, Edinburgh — 1.2 miles; 5 within 10 miles |
| Nearest practice listing payment plans | Ardmillan Orthodontics Ltd, Edinburgh — 1.2 miles; 3 within 10 miles |
| Practices on our register | 110 within 5 miles, 153 within 10, 246 within 20 |
| Area type (ONS) | Large Urban Areas |
| 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 near Ravelston that list payment plans
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 finance or monthly payments is Ardmillan Orthodontics Ltd, 1.2 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Finance | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 91 CORSTORPHINE ROADEdinburgh | 0.4 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| E H DENTAL CAREEdinburgh | 0.7 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| GORGIE DENTALEdinburgh | 1.0 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| HAYMARKET DENTAL CAREEdinburgh | 1.2 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| 14 ARDMILLAN TERRACEEdinburgh | 1.2 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Ardmillan Orthodontics LtdEdinburgh | 1.2 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.5 (68 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 listing payment plans
The closest town with practices listing payment plans is Edinburgh, 0.4 miles south; the next are Colinton (1.2 miles south-west) and Davidsons Mains (1.4 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Edinburgh | 19 | 0.4 miles south |
| Colinton | 8 | 1.2 miles south-west |
| Davidsons Mains | 1 | 1.4 miles north-west |
| Clermiston | 2 | 1.7 miles north-west |
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 Edinburgh Dental Studio (5.0 from 242 reviews), 1.5 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Edinburgh Dental StudioEdinburgh | 5.0 (242 reviews) | 1.5 miles east |
| 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 |
| Ardmillan Orthodontics LtdEdinburgh | 4.5 (68 reviews) | 1.2 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
What a course costs from Ravelston, travel included
The fees are typical UK private prices. Travel is added for the journey to 91 CORSTORPHINE ROAD, the nearest practice on our register (under a mile away, about 0.5 miles by road), at the 45p a mile HMRC rate for every visit there and back.
| Treatment | Typical fee | Visits | Travel | Total from here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Metal braces | £1,500 to £3,500 | 10 to 20 | £5 to £10 | £1,505 to £3,510 |
| Ceramic braces | £2,000 to £4,500 | 10 to 20 | £5 to £10 | £2,005 to £4,510 |
| Lingual braces | £4,000 to £8,000 | 10 to 20 | £5 to £10 | £4,005 to £8,010 |
| Clear aligners | £1,500 to £5,500 | 6 to 10 | under £10 | £1,500 to £5,500 |
| Invisalign | £2,500 to £5,500 | 6 to 10 | under £10 | £2,500 to £5,500 |
Estimates. Fees vary by practice and case, so ask what each quote includes (retainers, refinements, emergency visits). NHS treatment for eligible under-18s is free.
What affects cost near Ravelston
| Cost factor | Look for | Nearest listing it | Next nearest | Within 20 miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Free first appointment | a free consultation | Edinburgh Dental Studio (1.5 miles) | none other | 1 |
| Monthly payments | payment plans | Ardmillan Orthodontics Ltd, Edinburgh (1.2 miles) | Sunrise Dental Clinic I Award Winning Paediatric I Orthodontic I Implant & Smile Design Clinic (1.3 miles); Edinburgh Dental Studio (1.5 miles) | 3 |
| NHS treatment | NHS orthodontics | 91 CORSTORPHINE ROAD, Edinburgh (under a mile) | E H DENTAL CARE (under a mile); GORGIE DENTAL (1 miles) | 28 |
| Private treatment | private fees | Ardmillan Orthodontics Ltd, Edinburgh (1.2 miles) | Vermilion Orthodontics (1.2 miles); Sunrise Dental Clinic I Award Winning Paediatric I Orthodontic I Implant & Smile Design Clinic (1.3 miles) | 5 |
| Aligner prices to compare | aligners | Ardmillan Orthodontics Ltd, Edinburgh (1.2 miles) | Sunrise Dental Clinic I Award Winning Paediatric I Orthodontic I Implant & Smile Design Clinic (1.3 miles); Integrated Dentalcare (1.4 miles) | 4 |
| Brace prices to compare | fixed braces | Sunrise Dental Clinic I Award Winning Paediatric I Orthodontic I Implant & Smile Design Clinic, Colinton (1.3 miles) | Integrated Dentalcare (1.4 miles) | 2 |
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.
Price is often the deciding factor when choosing orthodontic treatment in Ravelston. What's included in a quote matters as much as the headline figure when you compare providers. A photo assessment helps you gauge likely complexity before comparing quotes.
Cost Context for Ravelston
Expect private full fixed brace treatment costs in Ravelston to fall roughly between £1,500 and £5,500. Case complexity — not just preference — is usually what determines whether aligners or fixed braces are recommended.
Treatment range and appointment slots differ between the practices covering Ravelston — comparing a couple is worthwhile. Ravelston's ONS geography type is large Urban Areas. For NHS dental services, Ravelston falls under NHS Lothian. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (110), Ravelston has more choice than 96% of towns in Scotland. National deprivation data ranks Ravelston among Scotland's less deprived areas. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Ravelston is Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee, about 37 miles away. See local practice availability in Ravelston → Costs can vary significantly between providers — getting two or three quotes and comparing what's included (retainers, refinements, both arches) before committing is strongly recommended.
What Each Treatment Costs in Ravelston
Here's how private treatment costs typically stack up in Ravelston:
| Treatment type | Typical cost range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| NHS metal braces | Free for eligible under-18s | Adults aged 26 and over who qualify pay 80% of the NHS fee, capped at £384 for a course of treatment. |
| Private metal braces | £1,500–£3,500 | No waiting list. Full arch treatment. Retainers included in good practices. |
| Ceramic braces | £2,000–£4,500 | Tooth-coloured brackets. More discreet than metal. Not NHS-available. |
| Clear aligners (non-Invisalign) | £1,500–£4,500 | Wide range by brand and complexity. Confirm refinements and retainers are included. |
| Invisalign Lite | £2,500–£3,500 | Mild cases only. Limited refinements. |
| Invisalign Comprehensive | £3,500–£5,500 | Moderate to complex. Unlimited refinements within treatment cycle. |
| Lingual braces | £4,000–£8,000 | Completely hidden. Highest cost. Fewest providers in Ravelston. |
These are typical private fee ranges for Ravelston — individual practices may charge more or less depending on their overheads, location, and clinician experience. Always request a written treatment plan with the full fee itemised before committing.
Orthodontic Payment Plans in Ravelston
Spreading the cost of orthodontic treatment over monthly payments makes even higher-cost options such as Invisalign or ceramic braces more manageable. Most practices in Ravelston offer payment plans — ask whether they are 0% interest, what deposit is required, and whether payments continue if treatment takes longer than planned.
NHS treatment is free for eligible under-18s. Adults aged 26 and over who qualify pay 80% of the NHS fee, capped at £384 for a course of treatment.
Affordable clear aligners in Ravelston
Lower-cost clear aligners in Ravelston are the right call for some cases and the wrong one for others. The saving is fine when it matches a simple case; it's a risk when it means less clinical input. A photo assessment first tells you whether a budget option even suits your case.
Risks of Very Low-Cost Aligner Treatment
The greatest risk in very low-cost aligner treatment is mismatched case selection — where a treatment system designed for mild cases is applied to a more complex one. Signs that an aligner package may be cutting corners: no clinical X-rays requested before treatment, no in-person assessment at any stage, no mention of refinements or a very low refinement cap, retainers not included, and no clear escalation path if treatment isn't progressing as planned.
How much do aligners cost in Ravelston?
There is no single price for clear aligners in Ravelston — it depends on several factors. Two quotes at the same headline price can include very different levels of clinical input. Comparing quotes only makes sense once you know what each one covers.
Indicative Clear Aligner Costs in Ravelston
As a rough guide, aligner treatment in Ravelston falls into these bands:
Frequently Asked Questions — Costs 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.
Which practices near Ravelston offer payment plans?
The nearest practice to Ravelston that mentions finance or monthly payment options is Ardmillan Orthodontics Ltd in Edinburgh, about 1.2 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Sunrise Dental Clinic I Award Winning Paediatric I Orthodontic I Implant & Smile Design Clinic (1.3 miles) and Edinburgh Dental Studio (1.5 miles).
Who commissions NHS dentistry in Ravelston?
NHS dental commissioning in Ravelston falls under NHS Lothian.
What kind of area is Ravelston?
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.
What towns are near Ravelston?
Carrick Knowe, Muirhouse, West Pilton are within easy reach of Ravelston.
Is it worth getting multiple quotes?
Yes — for private orthodontic treatment, getting two or three quotes from practices in your area is sensible. Fees vary by practice, clinician experience, and overheads. Ensure you're comparing like-for-like: same treatment type, same number of arches, retainers and refinements included.
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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