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Orthodontic practices near Saughtonhall

On our practice register: 111 practices within 5 miles of Saughtonhall, 155 practices within 10 and 243 practices within 20. The closest is 91 CORSTORPHINE ROAD in Edinburgh, 0.3 miles north.

PracticeDistanceNHSBracesAlignersGoogle rating
91 CORSTORPHINE ROADEdinburgh0.3 miles north✓–––
GORGIE DENTALEdinburgh0.6 miles east✓–––
THE CROSS DENTAL AND IMPLANT CENTREColinton0.6 miles south-west✓–––
E H DENTAL CAREEdinburgh0.7 miles north-east✓–––
51 SLATEFORD ROADEdinburgh0.8 miles south-east✓–––
14 ARDMILLAN TERRACEEdinburgh0.9 miles east✓–––
Ardmillan Orthodontics LtdEdinburgh0.9 miles east✓–✓4.5 (68 reviews)
HMP EDINBURGHColinton1.0 miles south-west✓–––

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

Nearest places to Saughtonhall with orthodontic practices

The closest town with orthodontic practices is Edinburgh, 0.3 miles north; the next are Colinton (0.6 miles south-west).

PlacePracticesNearest
Edinburgh200.3 miles north
Colinton100.6 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 Saughtonhall

Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Edinburgh Dental Studio (5.0 from 242 reviews), 1.7 miles north-east.

PracticeGoogle ratingDistance
Edinburgh Dental StudioEdinburgh5.0 (242 reviews)1.7 miles north-east
Integrated DentalcareEdinburgh4.9 (323 reviews)1.5 miles east
Sunrise Dental Clinic I Award Winning Paediatric I Orthodontic I Implant & Smile Design ClinicColinton4.9 (219 reviews)1.2 miles west
Ardmillan Orthodontics LtdEdinburgh4.5 (68 reviews)0.9 miles east

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

Saughtonhall 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 miles111 practices, more than 96% of towns in Scotland
Access within City of Edinburgh39th closest to an orthodontic practice of 118 places in the county (the county median is 0.4 miles)
Nearest practice compared0.3 miles away, closer than 90% of towns in Scotland
Nearest university dental hospitalDundee Dental Hospital, Dundee — 37 miles
Nearest orthodontic practices91 CORSTORPHINE ROAD, Edinburgh — under a mile
THE CROSS DENTAL AND IMPLANT CENTRE, Colinton — under a mile
26-28 MAIN STREET, Davidsons Mains — 2 miles
Practices within 10 and 20 miles155 within 10 miles, 243 within 20 miles
Postcode districtsEH11

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 Saughtonhall

Saughtonhall has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: 91 CORSTORPHINE ROAD in Edinburgh is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 155 practices, and within 20 there are 243.

Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Edinburgh Dental Studio (1.7 miles) mentions a free consultation; Ardmillan Orthodontics Ltd (under a mile) mentions remote consultations; and 4 of the practices around Saughtonhall list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile away.

If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Saughtonhall are commissioned by NHS Lothian; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is 91 CORSTORPHINE ROAD in Edinburgh, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee, about 37 miles away.

Orthodontic Treatment In Saughtonhall

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Orthodontic care near Saughtonhall

Orthodontist in Saughtonhall: Searching for orthodontic treatment in Saughtonhall? This page sets out braces, aligner, and assessment options in one place. It also gives context for people comparing options from other towns in City of Edinburgh.

Saughtonhall in context

ONS classifies Saughtonhall as large Urban Areas. For NHS dental services, Saughtonhall falls under NHS Lothian. Saughtonhall has 111 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 96% of towns in Scotland. Saughtonhall's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with Scotland as a whole. The nearest university dental hospital to Saughtonhall is Dundee Dental Hospital, Dundee, about 37 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.

A quick look at Saughtonhall

Just under 1 km east, Gorgie is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.

Compare nearby areas

You can carry on your local research by browsing related pages for Gorgie, Murrayfield, Ravelston, Roseburn, Saughton, and Slateford.

Local treatment availability around Saughtonhall

We hold no orthodontic practice records in Saughtonhall itself. The nearest we do hold are 91 CORSTORPHINE ROAD in Edinburgh, under a mile away; THE CROSS DENTAL AND IMPLANT CENTRE in Colinton, under a mile away; and 26-28 MAIN STREET in Davidsons Mains, about 2 miles away.

All Orthodontic Options in Saughtonhall Explained

From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Saughtonhall has the full spectrum of options. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.

Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Saughtonhall

No single treatment wins on every measure — this narrows things down to what matters most for your situation:

How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Saughtonhall

Starting orthodontic treatment in Saughtonhall 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. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.

Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step

The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Saughtonhall — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.

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

Frequently Asked Questions in Saughtonhall

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

Where is the nearest orthodontist to Saughtonhall?

On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Saughtonhall is 91 CORSTORPHINE ROAD in Edinburgh, about 0.3 miles to the north. The next closest are GORGIE DENTAL (0.6 miles) and THE CROSS DENTAL AND IMPLANT CENTRE (0.6 miles).

How many orthodontic practices are near Saughtonhall?

Our register has 111 practices within 5 miles of Saughtonhall, 155 practices within 10 miles and 243 practices within 20 miles.

Is there an NHS orthodontist near Saughtonhall?

The nearest practice to Saughtonhall that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is 91 CORSTORPHINE ROAD in Edinburgh, about 0.3 miles to the north. Others nearby include GORGIE DENTAL (0.6 miles) and THE CROSS DENTAL AND IMPLANT CENTRE (0.6 miles).

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

Yes. A case-specific comparison is more useful than a general one, and an online assessment can provide that.

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TitleSaughtonhall, City of Edinburgh Clear Braces & Aligners
PublisherVirtual Consultant Online
Published1 June 2022
Modified11 October 2026
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