Costs in Saint Cyrus 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 | Portlethen Dental Care, Portlethen — 22.3 miles |
| Nearest practice listing payment plans | Portlethen Dental Care, Portlethen — 22.3 miles |
| Practices on our register | 3 within 5 miles, 5 within 10, 17 within 20 |
| Area type (ONS) | Accessible Rural |
| Access within Aberdeenshire | 288th closest to a practice of 487 places in the county; the county median is 4.3 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 Saint Cyrus that list payment plans
On our practice register: 3 practices within 5 miles of Saint Cyrus, 5 practices within 10 and 17 practices within 20. The closest is LINKS LODGE DENTAL PRACTICE in Montrose, 4.9 miles south. The nearest that mentions finance or monthly payments is Portlethen Dental Care, 22.3 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Finance | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LINKS LODGE DENTAL PRACTICEMontrose | 4.9 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| 53 JOHN STREETMontrose | 4.9 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| HIGH STREET DENTAL CENTREMontrose | 5.0 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| ESK DENTAL CAREBrechin | 9.6 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| R AND PM THOMSONBrechin | 9.9 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| ARDUTHIE DENTAL PRACTICEStonehaven | 14.8 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Saint Cyrus with practices listing payment plans
The closest town with practices listing payment plans is Montrose, 4.9 miles south; the next are Brechin (9.6 miles west) and Stonehaven (14.8 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Montrose | 3 | 4.9 miles south |
| Brechin | 2 | 9.6 miles west |
| Stonehaven | 4 | 14.8 miles north-east |
| Arbroath | 4 | 16.5 miles south |
| Banchory | 2 | 18.9 miles north |
| Forfar | 3 | 19.9 miles south-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
What a course costs from Saint Cyrus, travel included
The fees are typical UK private prices. Travel is added for the journey to LINKS LODGE DENTAL PRACTICE, the nearest practice on our register (4.9 miles away, about 6.4 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 | £55 to £115 | £1,555 to £3,615 |
| Ceramic braces | £2,000 to £4,500 | 10 to 20 | £55 to £115 | £2,055 to £4,615 |
| Lingual braces | £4,000 to £8,000 | 10 to 20 | £55 to £115 | £4,055 to £8,115 |
| Clear aligners | £1,500 to £5,500 | 6 to 10 | £35 to £55 | £1,535 to £5,555 |
| Invisalign | £2,500 to £5,500 | 6 to 10 | £35 to £55 | £2,535 to £5,555 |
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 Saint Cyrus
| Cost factor | Look for | Nearest listing it | Next nearest | Within 20 miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Free first appointment | a free consultation | not mentioned nearby | none other | 0 |
| Monthly payments | payment plans | Portlethen Dental Care (22.3 miles) | none other | 0 |
| NHS treatment | NHS orthodontics | LINKS LODGE DENTAL PRACTICE, Montrose (4.9 miles) | 53 JOHN STREET (4.9 miles); HIGH STREET DENTAL CENTRE (5 miles) | 17 |
| Private treatment | private fees | Portlethen Dental Care (22.3 miles) | Oris Dental & Implant Studio (25.6 miles); Cove Dental & Implant Centre | Private & Nhs Dentist Aberdeen (25.7 miles) | 0 |
| Aligner prices to compare | aligners | Portlethen Dental Care (22.3 miles) | none other | 0 |
| Brace prices to compare | fixed braces | Portlethen Dental Care (22.3 miles) | none other | 0 |
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.
There's no single price for orthodontics in Saint Cyrus — the range is genuinely wide. Most patients fall somewhere in the middle, and knowing each tier's typical cost is the first step. A photo assessment helps you gauge likely complexity before comparing quotes.
Paying for Orthodontic Treatment in Saint Cyrus
Most private orthodontic practices in Saint Cyrus offer payment plans — typically 0% or low-interest monthly instalments spread over the course of treatment (usually 12–24 months). This makes private treatment much more financially accessible. A deposit of 10–25% of the total fee is usually required to start treatment, with the balance spread over equal monthly payments.
Always check whether the payment plan is in-house (directly with the practice) or through a finance provider such as Chrysalis Finance or Medenta. In-house plans typically have no credit check; third-party finance plans involve a formal credit application.
What Each Treatment Costs in Saint Cyrus
The table below sets out indicative private ranges in Saint Cyrus — useful for a like-for-like comparison:
| 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 Saint Cyrus. |
These are typical private fee ranges for Saint Cyrus — 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.
Cost Context for Saint Cyrus
Private full fixed brace treatment costs in Saint Cyrus generally sit between £1,500 and £5,500. Whether aligners or fixed braces are recommended usually comes down to case complexity rather than personal preference alone.
Not every practice near Saint Cyrus offers the same treatments, so it's worth checking what each one covers. ONS classifies Saint Cyrus as accessible Rural. NHS Grampian is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Saint Cyrus. With 3 orthodontic practices within five miles, Saint Cyrus is better served than 63% of towns in Scotland. By national deprivation ranking, Saint Cyrus sits among the less deprived areas of Scotland. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Saint Cyrus is Aberdeen Dental School in Aberdeen, about 28 miles away. See local practice availability in Saint Cyrus → 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 affects clear aligner cost in Saint Cyrus?
Clear aligner cost in Saint Cyrus varies considerably from case to case. Complexity, brand, refinement allowances and clinical input each pull the price up or down. Understanding what sits behind the number is the key to comparing value properly.
What Clear Aligners Cost in Saint Cyrus
As a rough guide, aligner treatment in Saint Cyrus falls into these bands:
Budget aligner options in Saint Cyrus
There are competitively priced aligner routes in Saint Cyrus — the trick is knowing what a lower price represents. The key is whether the saving comes from a genuinely simple case or from reduced clinical oversight. This guide explains where corners are sometimes cut and how to spot real value.
What Makes Some Aligner Options Cheaper in Saint Cyrus?
Treatment scope — capping the trays and appointments for a straightforward case is a legitimate saving, not a corner cut — provided the case is actually that simple.
Frequently Asked Questions — Costs in Saint Cyrus
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Saint Cyrus?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Saint Cyrus is LINKS LODGE DENTAL PRACTICE in Montrose, about 4.9 miles to the south. The next closest are 53 JOHN STREET (4.9 miles) and HIGH STREET DENTAL CENTRE (5.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Saint Cyrus?
Our register has 3 practices within 5 miles of Saint Cyrus, 5 practices within 10 miles and 17 practices within 20 miles.
Which practices near Saint Cyrus offer payment plans?
The nearest practice to Saint Cyrus that mentions finance or monthly payment options is Portlethen Dental Care, about 22.3 miles to the north-east.
Who commissions NHS dentistry in Saint Cyrus?
NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Grampian.
What kind of area is Saint Cyrus?
By ONS classification, Saint Cyrus falls under accessible Rural.
How deprived is Saint Cyrus compared with the rest of Scotland?
By the national deprivation index, Saint Cyrus 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 Saint Cyrus?
Borrowfield, Dubton, Inchbraoch are within easy reach of Saint Cyrus.
Is it worth getting multiple quotes?
Yes — two or three quotes from local practices is sensible, since fees vary with experience and overheads. Just make sure you're comparing like for like: same treatment, same 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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