NHS Treatment in Redford at a Glance
| NHS dental services | NHS Tayside |
|---|---|
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384 |
| Deprivation | Around the Scotland average |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | NO 80 DENTAL PRACTICE, Arbroath — 5 miles; 15 within 10 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Dundee Dental Hospital, Dundee — about 14 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Accessible Rural |
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 listing NHS orthodontics near Redford
On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of Redford, 15 practices within 10 and 61 practices within 20. The closest is NO 80 DENTAL PRACTICE in Arbroath, 5.0 miles south-east. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is NO 80 DENTAL PRACTICE, 5.0 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NO 80 DENTAL PRACTICEArbroath | 5.0 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – |
| 30 KEPTIE STREETArbroath | 5.1 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – |
| IAN ROBERTSON DENTAL CAREArbroath | 5.3 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – |
| 121 HIGH STREETArbroath | 5.3 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – |
| LAWS DENTALCarnoustie | 6.2 miles south | ✓ | – | – |
| CARNOUSTIE DENTAL CARECarnoustie | 6.2 miles south | ✓ | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Redford with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Arbroath, 5.0 miles south-east; the next are Carnoustie (6.2 miles south) and Forfar (7.6 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Arbroath | 4 | 5.0 miles south-east |
| Carnoustie | 2 | 6.2 miles south |
| Forfar | 3 | 7.6 miles north-west |
| Monifieth | 4 | 8.5 miles south-west |
| Brechin | 2 | 9.9 miles north |
| Tayport | 5 | 10.5 miles south-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Redford
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Perla Orthodontics in Tayport (4.7 from 13 reviews), 10.7 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Perla OrthodonticsTayport | 4.7 (13 reviews) | 10.7 miles south-west |
| Oris Dental & Implant StudioMonifieth | 4.6 (87 reviews) | 8.5 miles south-west |
| Kingsway Dental PracticeDundee | 3.2 (14 reviews) | 11.7 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Redford, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Banchory Dental Practice, 32.8 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is NO 80 DENTAL PRACTICE, Arbroath, 5 miles away. Referrals go to a practice with an NHS contract. |
| 3. The hospital for complex cases | The nearest university dental hospital is Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee, about 14 miles away. |
| 4. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Redford are commissioned by NHS Tayside. |
NHS orthodontics is free for eligible under-18s and is reached by referral. Distances are straight-line.
For families in Redford, the NHS pathway offers a subsidised route to fixed braces for eligible children. For eligible under-18s it's outstanding value — full treatment at no charge at all. The main limitation is waiting time, which can be substantial across Angus.
NHS Orthodontic Access in Redford
In Scotland, NHS dental treatment — including clinically necessary orthodontics — is free for everyone under 26. Adults aged 26 and over who qualify pay 80% of the NHS fee, capped at £384 for a course of treatment. Waiting times for NHS orthodontic treatment in Angus differ considerably between practices and can change over time.
Not every practice near Redford offers the same treatments, so it's worth checking what each one covers. Redford sits close to the Scotland average for deprivation. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Redford is Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee, about 14 miles away. Redford — accessible Rural by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Tayside for NHS dentistry. No orthodontic practice is recorded in Redford. The closest on record are NO 80 DENTAL PRACTICE in Arbroath, about 5 miles away; LAWS DENTAL in Carnoustie, about 6 miles away; and HIGH STREET DENTAL PRACTICE in Forfar, about 8 miles away. NHS capacity is limited — practices often have closed lists for new NHS patients, which is why private treatment is the realistic route for many adults and for those who cannot wait.
How Long Is the NHS Wait in Redford?
Many patients in Angus wait 18 months or longer between NHS referral and treatment starting. During this period teeth continue to develop and cases can become more complex. Private treatment, while more expensive, begins promptly and offers far greater choice of treatment type.
How the NHS Route Works in Redford
From first check-up to retainers, the NHS process in Redford runs like this:
- Dental check-up: Your dentist performs an initial IOTN assessment and, if eligible, makes a formal referral.
- Referral to NHS orthodontist: You join the waiting list for the local NHS orthodontic service covering Redford.
- Specialist assessment: An orthodontist confirms your IOTN score, takes records, and confirms whether NHS treatment proceeds.
- Brace fitting: Metal fixed braces are fitted — typically 60–90 minutes.
- Active treatment: Adjustment appointments every 6–8 weeks for 18–24 months on average.
- Retention: Retainers provided at completion as part of the NHS course of care.
NHS Brace Eligibility in Redford
Whether you or your child qualifies for NHS treatment in Redford comes down to a structured assessment. The Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need (IOTN) is the primary tool used across Angus to decide who receives funded treatment. If NHS funding isn't available, private treatment has no eligibility threshold and no waiting list.
Adult NHS Orthodontic Access in Redford
Adults (18 and over) are rarely eligible for NHS orthodontic treatment in Redford. NHS funding for adults is generally limited to severe clinical cases — such as jaw surgery patients or those with significant cleft palate-related needs. Cosmetic adult orthodontics is not NHS-funded.
Children's Orthodontics in Redford
Children's orthodontics in Redford covers a spectrum from early monitoring to active interceptive treatment. Not every child who sees an orthodontist needs treatment right away, but early identification allows targeted intervention. A photo assessment is a gentle way to get an early steer before booking anything.
Interceptive Orthodontic Treatment for Children in Redford
Space maintainers keep the space from a baby tooth lost too soon from closing up, so neighbouring teeth don't drift into the gap before the adult tooth is ready to come through.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Redford
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Redford?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Redford is NO 80 DENTAL PRACTICE in Arbroath, about 5.0 miles to the south-east. The next closest are 30 KEPTIE STREET (5.1 miles) and IAN ROBERTSON DENTAL CARE (5.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Redford?
Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of Redford, 15 practices within 10 miles and 61 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Redford?
The nearest practice to Redford that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is NO 80 DENTAL PRACTICE in Arbroath, about 5.0 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include 30 KEPTIE STREET (5.1 miles) and IAN ROBERTSON DENTAL CARE (5.3 miles).
Who commissions NHS dentistry in Redford?
Redford sits within NHS Tayside for NHS dental commissioning.
What kind of area is Redford?
ONS classifies Redford as accessible Rural.
How deprived is Redford compared with the rest of Scotland?
By the national deprivation index, Redford 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 Redford?
Nearby towns include Carmyllie, Friockheim, Milldens.
Are NHS orthodontic charges the same across the UK?
No — NHS dental charges are set separately in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. What stays the same everywhere is that eligible under-18s pay nothing. Adults aged 26 and over who qualify pay 80% of the NHS fee, capped at £384 for a course of treatment.
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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