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Orthodontic practices near Skateraw

On our practice register: 2 practices within 5 miles of Skateraw, 57 practices within 10 and 73 practices within 20. The closest is Portlethen Dental Care, 2.3 miles north.

PracticeDistanceNHSBracesAlignersGoogle rating
Portlethen Dental CarePortlethen2.3 miles north✓✓✓4.9 (517 reviews)
C. A. GARDENStonehaven5.0 miles south-west✓–––
MARKET SQUARE DENTAL PRACTICEStonehaven5.1 miles south-west✓–––
STONEHAVEN DENTAL PRACTICEStonehaven5.1 miles south-west✓–––
ARDUTHIE DENTAL PRACTICEStonehaven5.3 miles south-west✓–––
Cove Dental & Implant Centre | Private & Nhs Dentist AberdeenAberdeen5.6 miles north-east–––4.1 (88 reviews)
COVE BAY DENTALCove5.6 miles north-east✓–––
DENTAL INSPIRATIONSCults6.1 miles north✓–––

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

Nearest places to Skateraw with orthodontic practices

The closest town with orthodontic practices is Portlethen, 2.3 miles north; the next are Stonehaven (5.0 miles south-west) and Aberdeen (5.6 miles north-east).

PlacePracticesNearest
Portlethen12.3 miles north
Stonehaven45.0 miles south-west
Aberdeen195.6 miles north-east
Cove15.6 miles north-east
Cults46.1 miles north
Peterculter16.4 miles north-west

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

Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Skateraw

Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Portlethen Dental Care (4.9 from 517 reviews), 2.3 miles north.

PracticeGoogle ratingDistance
Portlethen Dental CarePortlethen4.9 (517 reviews)2.3 miles north
Andrew Scott Dental CareAberdeen4.9 (240 reviews)7.7 miles north
The Dental PracticeAberdeen4.8 (28 reviews)7.9 miles north
Bridge St Aesthetic and Dental Implant Clinic AberdeenAberdeen4.6 (1,720 reviews)8.1 miles north

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

Skateraw at a Glance

NationScotland
Council areaAberdeenshire
NHS dental servicesNHS Grampian
NHS orthodontic chargesFree under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384
Area type (ONS)Accessible Small Towns
DeprivationLess deprived than most of Scotland
Practices within 5 miles1 practice
Access within Aberdeenshire121st closest to an orthodontic practice of 487 places in the county (the county median is 4.3 miles)
Nearest practice compared2.3 miles away, closer than 64% of towns in Scotland
Nearest university dental hospitalAberdeen Dental School, Aberdeen — 9 miles
Nearest orthodontic practicesPortlethen Dental Care, Portlethen — 2 miles
C. A. GARDEN, Stonehaven — 5 miles
Cove Dental & Implant Centre | Private & Nhs Dentist Aberdeen, Aberdeen — 6 miles
Practices within 10 and 20 miles57 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 Skateraw

Skateraw is 2.3 miles from Portlethen Dental Care, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 57 practices, and within 20 there are 73.

Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Visage Orthodontics Aberdeen | Orthodontist in Aberdeen for Invisalign & Braces (8 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 5 of the practices around Skateraw list clear aligners, the nearest 2.3 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 Skateraw are commissioned by NHS Grampian; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Portlethen Dental Care, 2.3 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Aberdeen Dental School in Aberdeen, about 9 miles away.

Orthodontic Treatment In Skateraw

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Teeth straightening options in Skateraw

Orthodontist in Skateraw: Searching for orthodontic treatment in Skateraw? This page sets out braces, aligner, and assessment options in one place. It is relevant to searches focused on both Skateraw and the wider Aberdeenshire area.

Skateraw in numbers

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

Skateraw in context

Skateraw — accessible Small Towns by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Grampian for NHS dentistry. By national deprivation ranking, Skateraw sits among the less deprived areas of Scotland. The nearest university dental hospital to Skateraw is Aberdeen Dental School, Aberdeen, about 9 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.

Practice signals around Skateraw

There is no orthodontist on our records in Skateraw itself. The nearest we do hold are Portlethen Dental Care, about 2 miles away; C. A. GARDEN in Stonehaven, about 5 miles away; and Cove Dental & Implant Centre | Private & Nhs Dentist Aberdeen, about 6 miles away.

Keep exploring nearby

For a broader view, related location pages cover Newtonhill, Cammachmore, Muchalls, Downies, Badentoy Park, and Portlethen as well as this one.

Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Skateraw

From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Skateraw has the full spectrum of options. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.

Treatment Options in Skateraw — Local Context

Treatment range and appointment slots differ between the practices covering Skateraw — comparing a couple is worthwhile. Skateraw — accessible Small Towns by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Grampian for NHS dentistry. By national deprivation ranking, Skateraw sits among the less deprived areas of Scotland. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Skateraw is Aberdeen Dental School in Aberdeen, about 9 miles away. No orthodontic practice is recorded in Skateraw. The nearest recorded are Portlethen Dental Care, about 2 miles away; C. A. GARDEN in Stonehaven, about 5 miles away; and Cove Dental & Implant Centre | Private & Nhs Dentist Aberdeen, about 6 miles away. Straightforward crowding or spacing cases often suit aligners; more involved bite corrections are more often treated with fixed braces.

The Orthodontic Journey in Skateraw

Orthodontic treatment in Skateraw is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.

Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step

Treatment in Skateraw runs through a predictable sequence of stages, set out below so you know what's coming.

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

Frequently Asked Questions in Skateraw

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

Where is the nearest orthodontist to Skateraw?

On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Skateraw is Portlethen Dental Care, about 2.3 miles to the north. The next closest are C. A. GARDEN (5.0 miles) and MARKET SQUARE DENTAL PRACTICE (5.1 miles).

How many orthodontic practices are near Skateraw?

Our register has 2 practices within 5 miles of Skateraw, 57 practices within 10 miles and 73 practices within 20 miles.

Is there an NHS orthodontist near Skateraw?

The nearest practice to Skateraw that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Portlethen Dental Care, about 2.3 miles to the north. Others nearby include C. A. GARDEN (5.0 miles) and MARKET SQUARE DENTAL PRACTICE (5.1 miles).

How do I start orthodontic treatment in Skateraw, Aberdeenshire?

Many patients begin with an online orthodontic assessment so they can understand possible treatment routes before booking an appointment.

Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Skateraw, Aberdeenshire?

Yes. The most suitable treatment depends on the case, and an assessment can help compare braces and aligners in a more meaningful way.

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TitleSkateraw, Aberdeenshire Smile Straightening
PublisherVirtual Consultant Online
Published1 June 2022
Modified11 October 2026
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