Orthodontic practices near Shiels
On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of Shiels, 53 practices within 10 and 73 practices within 20. The closest is T/A MINT DENTAL CARE KINGSEAT in Newmacher, 2.2 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T/A MINT DENTAL CARE KINGSEATNewmacher | 2.2 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| DYCE DENTAL PRACTICEDyce | 5.4 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Old Machar Dental and Implant Centre | Invisalign and Emergency Dentist AberdeenDyce | 5.5 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (191 reviews) |
| OLDMACHAR DENTAL CAREDyce | 5.5 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| BRIDGE OF DON DENTAL AND AESTHETIC CLINIAberdeen | 6.4 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Bridge of Don Dental & Aesthetic ClinicBridge of Don | 6.4 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (176 reviews) |
| RANKIN DENTALAberdeen | 6.4 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| GRANDHOLM DENTAL CLINICAberdeen | 6.5 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Shiels with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Newmacher, 2.2 miles west; the next are Dyce (5.4 miles south-west) and Aberdeen (6.4 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Newmacher | 1 | 2.2 miles west |
| Dyce | 3 | 5.4 miles south-west |
| Aberdeen | 20 | 6.4 miles south |
| Bridge of Don | 1 | 6.4 miles south |
| Ellon | 2 | 6.5 miles north |
| Kingswells | 3 | 7.6 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Shiels
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Mastrick Smile Care in Aberdeen (4.9 from 213 reviews), 8.2 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Mastrick Smile CareAberdeen | 4.9 (213 reviews) | 8.2 miles south |
| Gray & Ireland Dental PracticeAberdeen | 4.9 (183 reviews) | 8.4 miles south |
| Fergus & GloverAberdeen | 4.9 (129 reviews) | 8.6 miles south |
| Old Machar Dental and Implant Centre | Invisalign and Emergency Dentist AberdeenDyce | 4.8 (191 reviews) | 5.5 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Shiels at a Glance
| Nation | Scotland |
|---|---|
| Council area | Aberdeenshire |
| NHS dental services | NHS Grampian |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384 |
| Area type (ONS) | Accessible Rural |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of Scotland |
| Practices within 5 miles | 1 practice |
| Access within Aberdeenshire | 117th closest to an orthodontic practice of 487 places in the county (the county median is 4.3 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 2.2 miles away, closer than 65% of towns in Scotland |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Aberdeen Dental School, Aberdeen — 8 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | T/A MINT DENTAL CARE KINGSEAT, Newmacher — 2 miles DYCE DENTAL PRACTICE, Dyce — 5 miles BRIDGE OF DON DENTAL AND AESTHETIC CLINI, Aberdeen — 6 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 53 within 10 miles, 73 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 Shiels
Shiels is 2.2 miles from T/A MINT DENTAL CARE KINGSEAT in Newmacher, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 53 practices, and within 20 there are 73.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Bridge of Don Dental & Aesthetic Clinic (6.4 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 6 of the practices around Shiels list clear aligners, the nearest 5.5 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 Shiels are commissioned by NHS Grampian; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is T/A MINT DENTAL CARE KINGSEAT in Newmacher, 2.2 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Aberdeen Dental School in Aberdeen, about 8 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Shiels
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Practice data for Shiels
There is no orthodontist on our records in Shiels itself. The closest on record are T/A MINT DENTAL CARE KINGSEAT in Newmacher, about 2 miles away; DYCE DENTAL PRACTICE, about 5 miles away; and BRIDGE OF DON DENTAL AND AESTHETIC CLINI in Aberdeen, about 6 miles away.
Local context for Shiels
The nearest other location we cover is Middlemuir, around 1 km to the north-west.
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Area profile for Shiels
Shiels — accessible Rural by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Grampian for NHS dentistry. Shiels's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of Scotland. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Shiels is about 8 miles from Aberdeen Dental School in Aberdeen.
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Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Shiels
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Frequently Asked Questions in Shiels
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Shiels often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Shiels?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Shiels is T/A MINT DENTAL CARE KINGSEAT in Newmacher, about 2.2 miles to the west. The next closest are DYCE DENTAL PRACTICE (5.4 miles) and Old Machar Dental and Implant Centre | Invisalign and Emergency Dentist Aberdeen (5.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Shiels?
Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of Shiels, 53 practices within 10 miles and 73 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Shiels?
The nearest practice to Shiels that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is T/A MINT DENTAL CARE KINGSEAT in Newmacher, about 2.2 miles to the west. Others nearby include DYCE DENTAL PRACTICE (5.4 miles) and Old Machar Dental and Implant Centre | Invisalign and Emergency Dentist Aberdeen (5.5 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Shiels, Aberdeenshire?
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 Shiels, Aberdeenshire?
Yes. A review of your photos and concerns can help show whether braces or clear aligners may be the better route.