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Orthodontic practices near Saughton

On our practice register: 110 practices within 5 miles of Saughton, 156 practices within 10 and 247 practices within 20. The closest is HMP EDINBURGH in Colinton, 0.2 miles south.

PracticeDistanceNHSBracesAlignersGoogle rating
HMP EDINBURGHColinton0.2 miles south✓–––
THE CROSS DENTAL AND IMPLANT CENTREColinton0.2 miles north✓–––
CORSTORPHINE DENTAL CAREColinton0.9 miles north-west✓–––
CRAIGLOCKHART CLINICColinton1.0 miles south-east✓–––
1/2 HAILESLAND GARDENSColinton1.0 miles south-west✓–––
GORGIE DENTALEdinburgh1.1 miles north-east✓–––
91 CORSTORPHINE ROADEdinburgh1.1 miles north-east✓–––
SIGHTHILL HEALTH CENTREColinton1.1 miles south-west✓–––

✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.

Nearest places to Saughton with orthodontic practices

The closest town with orthodontic practices is Colinton, 0.2 miles south; the next are Edinburgh (1.1 miles north-east).

PlacePracticesNearest
Colinton140.2 miles south
Edinburgh161.1 miles north-east

Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.

Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Saughton

Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Sunrise Dental Clinic I Award Winning Paediatric I Orthodontic I Implant & Smile Design Clinic in Colinton (4.9 from 219 reviews), 1.2 miles north-west.

PracticeGoogle ratingDistance
Sunrise Dental Clinic I Award Winning Paediatric I Orthodontic I Implant & Smile Design ClinicColinton4.9 (219 reviews)1.2 miles north-west
Ardmillan Orthodontics LtdEdinburgh4.5 (68 reviews)1.4 miles north-east

Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.

Saughton at a Glance

NationScotland
Council areaCity of Edinburgh
NHS dental servicesNHS Lothian
NHS orthodontic chargesFree under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384
Area type (ONS)Large Urban Areas
DeprivationAround the Scotland average
Practices within 5 miles110 practices, more than 96% of towns in Scotland
Access within City of Edinburgh15th closest to an orthodontic practice of 118 places in the county (the county median is 0.4 miles)
Nearest practice compared0.2 miles away, closer than 93% of towns in Scotland
Nearest university dental hospitalDundee Dental Hospital, Dundee — 38 miles
Nearest orthodontic practicesHMP EDINBURGH, Colinton — under a mile
GORGIE DENTAL, Edinburgh — 1 miles
9 BUGHTLIN MARKET, Cramond Bridge — 2 miles
Practices within 10 and 20 miles156 within 10 miles, 247 within 20 miles

Sources: ONS geography via postcodes.io, Census 2021 (NOMIS), DfE school statistics and Get Information About Schools, OHID Fingertips, UK NHS dental charge schedules and our orthodontic practice register. Distances are straight-line.

Getting orthodontic treatment from Saughton

Saughton has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: HMP EDINBURGH in Colinton is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 156 practices, and within 20 there are 247.

To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Ardmillan Orthodontics Ltd (1.4 miles) mentions remote consultations, and 2 of the practices around Saughton list clear aligners, the nearest 1.2 miles away.

For NHS treatment, which is free for eligible under-18s and reached by dentist referral rather than by contacting a practice: NHS dental services around Saughton are commissioned by NHS Lothian; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is HMP EDINBURGH in Colinton, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee, about 38 miles away.

Orthodontic Treatment In Saughton

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Orthodontic treatment options in Saughton

Orthodontist in Saughton: People exploring braces and clear aligners in Saughton often want a better starting point than a generic directory result. It is also useful for patients researching treatment across City of Edinburgh and the surrounding area.

A quick look at Saughton

The nearest other location we cover is Stenhouse, under 1 km to the north.

What local practice data suggests in Saughton

No orthodontic practice is recorded in Saughton. The nearest recorded are HMP EDINBURGH in Colinton, under a mile away; GORGIE DENTAL in Edinburgh, about a mile away; and 9 BUGHTLIN MARKET in Cramond Bridge, about 2 miles away.

What official data says about Saughton

Saughton — large Urban Areas by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Lothian for NHS dentistry. Saughton has 110 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 96% of towns in Scotland. Saughton's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with Scotland as a whole. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Saughton is about 38 miles from Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee.

Browse nearby orthodontic locations

If distance is not a limiting factor, you may also want to browse pages for Stenhouse, Kingsknowe, Longstone, Carrick Knowe, Saughtonhall, and Broomhouse.

Teeth Straightening Options Available in Saughton

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Treatment Options in Saughton — Local Context

How quickly you can be seen, and what's on offer, varies between the practices serving Saughton. ONS classifies Saughton as large Urban Areas. For NHS dental services, Saughton falls under NHS Lothian. With 110 orthodontic practices within five miles, Saughton is better served than 96% of towns in Scotland. National deprivation data puts Saughton close to the Scotland median. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Saughton is about 38 miles from Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Saughton itself. The nearest recorded are HMP EDINBURGH in Colinton, under a mile away; GORGIE DENTAL in Edinburgh, about a mile away; and 9 BUGHTLIN MARKET in Cramond Bridge, about 2 miles away. Straightforward crowding or spacing cases often suit aligners; more involved bite corrections are more often treated with fixed braces.

How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Saughton

Starting orthodontic treatment in Saughton can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.

Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Saughton

What's available in Saughton depends on the practice, so it's worth checking directly what each one offers. Classified by ONS as large Urban Areas, Saughton sits within NHS Lothian for NHS dental commissioning. Saughton has 110 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 96% of towns in Scotland. National deprivation data puts Saughton close to the Scotland median. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Saughton is about 38 miles from Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.

This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Saughton. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.

Frequently Asked Questions in Saughton

Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Saughton often want to know before getting started.

Where is the nearest orthodontist to Saughton?

On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Saughton is HMP EDINBURGH in Colinton, about 0.2 miles to the south. The next closest are THE CROSS DENTAL AND IMPLANT CENTRE (0.2 miles) and CORSTORPHINE DENTAL CARE (0.9 miles).

How many orthodontic practices are near Saughton?

Our register has 110 practices within 5 miles of Saughton, 156 practices within 10 miles and 247 practices within 20 miles.

Is there an NHS orthodontist near Saughton?

The nearest practice to Saughton that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is HMP EDINBURGH in Colinton, about 0.2 miles to the south. Others nearby include THE CROSS DENTAL AND IMPLANT CENTRE (0.2 miles) and CORSTORPHINE DENTAL CARE (0.9 miles).

How do I start orthodontic treatment in Saughton, City of Edinburgh?

For many patients, the simplest way to begin is with a remote assessment that helps clarify likely next steps.

Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Saughton, City of Edinburgh?

Yes. A guided assessment can help turn a general comparison into advice that is more relevant to your situation.

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TitleSaughton, City of Edinburgh Orthodontics
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Published1 June 2022
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