Orthodontic practices near Scotland
On our practice register: 16 practices within 5 miles of Scotland, 54 practices within 10 and 117 practices within 20. The closest is Ivory Dental in Horsforth, 1.4 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ivory DentalHorsforth | 1.4 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (211 reviews) |
| Horsforth Smile ClinicHorsforth | 1.6 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.6 (154 reviews) |
| Smile Clinic North LeedsHorsforth | 2.0 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.8 (87 reviews) |
| Smile Provide Clear AlignersYeadon | 2.2 miles west | – | ✓ | ✓ | – |
| Yorkshire Dental Suite GuiseleyGuiseley | 2.8 miles west | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (692 reviews) |
| Leeds Wellness Aesthetics Dental & Implant CareLeeds | 2.9 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (291 reviews) |
| One Two Three Dental - Dentist in Guiseley, LeedsGuiseley | 3.2 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (152 reviews) |
| Farsley Dental PracticePudsey | 3.3 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (576 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Scotland with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Horsforth, 1.4 miles south; the next are Yeadon (2.2 miles west) and Guiseley (2.8 miles west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Horsforth | 3 | 1.4 miles south |
| Yeadon | 1 | 2.2 miles west |
| Guiseley | 2 | 2.8 miles west |
| Leeds | 13 | 2.9 miles south-east |
| Pudsey | 3 | 3.3 miles south |
| Bradford | 3 | 3.9 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 Scotland
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Yorkshire Dental Suite Guiseley (5.0 from 692 reviews), 2.8 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Yorkshire Dental Suite GuiseleyGuiseley | 5.0 (692 reviews) | 2.8 miles west |
| Smiles on Harrogate RoadLeeds | 5.0 (258 reviews) | 4.7 miles south-east |
| Yorkshire OrthodonticsChapel Allerton | 5.0 (84 reviews) | 5.6 miles east |
| Dr AymanLeeds | 5.0 (60 reviews) | 5.6 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Scotland at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Leeds |
| NHS dental services | NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 17.5% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,446 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 8.4% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.4% aged 16 to 24 and 27.2% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 7.7% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 113 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 13.1% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 15 practices, more than 85% of towns in England |
| Access within City and Borough of Leeds | 125th closest to an orthodontic practice of 209 places in the county (the county median is 0.9 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 1.4 miles away, closer than 76% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 8.4% here, against 6.7% across neighbourhoods in City and Borough of Leeds |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Leeds Dental Institute, Leeds — 5 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Horsforth School — 1.2 miles Ralph Thoresby School — 1.3 miles Benton Park School — 1.7 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 5 schools, about 7,223 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 296 schools, 135,588 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 30.2% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Orthodontic practices on record | 976 |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 54 within 10 miles, 117 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 Scotland
Scotland is 1.4 miles from Ivory Dental in Horsforth, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 54 practices, and within 20 there are 117.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Horsforth Smile Clinic (1.6 miles) mentions a free consultation; Smile Provide Clear Aligners (2.2 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 22 of the practices around Scotland list clear aligners, the nearest 1.4 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Scotland are commissioned by NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Horsforth Smile Clinic, 1.6 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Leeds Dental Institute in Leeds, about 5 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Scotland
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Local orthodontic treatment in Scotland
If you are looking for an orthodontist in Scotland, this page is designed to help you compare braces, clear aligners, and online assessment options before arranging a visit. It connects local orthodontic research in Scotland with the wider City and Borough of Leeds area.
Area profile for Scotland
Scotland is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board. 17.5% of Scotland's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 8.4% of the 1,446 residents in Scotland's census neighbourhood, above the 6.7% average across City and Borough of Leeds. With 15 orthodontic practices within five miles, Scotland is better served than 85% of towns in England. OHID data for this ICB shows 30.2% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Families in Scotland are served by secondary schools including Horsforth School (1.2 miles) and Ralph Thoresby School (1.3 miles). 5 secondary schools are within three miles. Scotland's Local Authority has 296 schools educating 135,588 pupils (DfE data). By national deprivation ranking, Scotland sits among the less deprived areas of England. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Scotland is about 5 miles from Leeds Dental Institute in Leeds.
A quick look at Scotland
Just around 1 km north-west, Moor Side is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
Compare nearby areas
For a broader view, related location pages cover Moor Side, Troy, Cookridge, Horsforth, Tinshill, and Bramhope as well as this one.
Local orthodontic signals in Scotland
Source-linked practice data helps make this page more specific: 976 published orthodontic practices in the database currently link to Scotland or nearby searches; 976 include NHS signals and 0 include private treatment signals. Nearby practice records include 2, 6, 9, 10, and 12.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Scotland
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Scotland has the full spectrum of options. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs. People from Moor Side, Troy and Cookridge regularly visit orthodontists in Scotland.
How to Choose in Scotland
The right treatment depends on three factors: clinical complexity, lifestyle, and budget. Complex bite problems are best handled by fixed braces. Patients with mild to moderate issues who prioritise aesthetics are good aligner candidates. Budget matters — NHS metal braces are the most affordable route for eligible patients, while payment plans from most Scotland practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
The Orthodontic Journey in Scotland
Starting orthodontic treatment in Scotland can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. Knowing what happens at each step — and roughly how long it takes — removes most of the uncertainty. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively. People from Moor Side, Troy and Cookridge regularly visit orthodontists in Scotland.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Scotland
We track 976 orthodontic practices serving Scotland and the surrounding area. Scotland is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Scotland. Census figures show 17.5% of the local population is under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Scotland, 8.4% of the 1,446 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 6.7% average across City and Borough of Leeds, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Scotland has 15 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 85% of towns in England. Regionally, 30.2% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). Families in Scotland are served by secondary schools including Horsforth School (1.2 miles) and Ralph Thoresby School (1.3 miles). 5 secondary schools are within three miles. DfE figures put 296 schools and 135,588 pupils across Scotland's Local Authority. National deprivation data ranks Scotland among England's less deprived areas. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Scotland is Leeds Dental Institute in Leeds, about 5 miles away. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention. People from Moor Side, Troy, and Cookridge regularly make use of Scotland's orthodontic practices for starting orthodontic treatment.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Scotland. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Scotland
These links help widen your research beyond Scotland, City and Borough of Leeds if you're open to travelling a little further. For a broader comparison, pages for Moor Side, Troy, Cookridge, Horsforth, Tinshill, and Bramhope follow the same format.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Scotland
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Scotland often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Scotland?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Scotland is Ivory Dental in Horsforth, about 1.4 miles to the south. The next closest are Horsforth Smile Clinic (1.6 miles) and Smile Clinic North Leeds (2.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Scotland?
Our register has 16 practices within 5 miles of Scotland, 54 practices within 10 miles and 117 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Scotland?
The nearest practice to Scotland that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Horsforth Smile Clinic, about 1.6 miles to the south. Others nearby include Leeds Wellness Aesthetics Dental & Implant Care (2.9 miles) and One Two Three Dental - Dentist in Guiseley, Leeds (3.2 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Scotland, City and Borough of Leeds?
Most patients start by uploading photos rather than booking a first consultation blind, which helps set expectations early.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Scotland, City and Borough of Leeds?
Yes. A clinician-reviewed assessment can help you understand whether fixed braces or clear aligners may be more suitable based on the movements required and your treatment goals.