Costs in Stonehaven at a Glance
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384 |
|---|---|
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of Scotland |
| Nearest practice listing private treatment | Portlethen Dental Care, Portlethen — 7.6 miles |
| Nearest practice listing payment plans | Portlethen Dental Care, Portlethen — 7.6 miles |
| Practices on our register | 4 within 5 miles, 6 within 10, 71 within 20 |
| Area type (ONS) | Other Urban Areas |
| Access within Aberdeenshire | 3rd closest to a practice of 487 places in the county; the county median is 4.3 miles |
Sources: Census 2021 (NOMIS), DfE Get Information About Schools, ONS geography, UK NHS dental charge schedules and our orthodontic practice register. Distances are straight-line.
Practices near Stonehaven that list payment plans
On our practice register: 4 practices within 5 miles of Stonehaven, 6 practices within 10 and 71 practices within 20. The closest is STONEHAVEN DENTAL PRACTICE, 0.2 miles north. The nearest that mentions finance or monthly payments is Portlethen Dental Care, 7.6 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Finance | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| STONEHAVEN DENTAL PRACTICEStonehaven | 0.2 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| MARKET SQUARE DENTAL PRACTICEStonehaven | 0.3 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| C. A. GARDENStonehaven | 0.4 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| ARDUTHIE DENTAL PRACTICEStonehaven | 0.8 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Portlethen Dental CarePortlethen | 7.6 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (517 reviews) |
| PETERCULTER DENTAL PRACTICEPeterculter | 9.7 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Stonehaven with practices listing payment plans
The closest town with practices listing payment plans is Stonehaven, 0.2 miles north; the next are Portlethen (7.6 miles north-east) and Peterculter (9.7 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Stonehaven | 4 | 0.2 miles north |
| Portlethen | 1 | 7.6 miles north-east |
| Peterculter | 1 | 9.7 miles north |
| Cove | 1 | 10.9 miles north-east |
| Cults | 4 | 10.9 miles north |
| Aberdeen | 15 | 11.0 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 Stonehaven
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Portlethen Dental Care (4.9 from 517 reviews), 7.6 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Portlethen Dental CarePortlethen | 4.9 (517 reviews) | 7.6 miles north-east |
| Andrew Scott Dental CareAberdeen | 4.9 (240 reviews) | 12.8 miles north |
| The Dental PracticeAberdeen | 4.8 (28 reviews) | 13.1 miles north |
| Visage Orthodontics Aberdeen | Orthodontist in Aberdeen for Invisalign & BracesAberdeen | 4.6 (82 reviews) | 13.2 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
What a course costs from Stonehaven, travel included
The fees are typical UK private prices. Travel is added for the journey to STONEHAVEN DENTAL PRACTICE, the nearest practice on our register (under a mile away, about 0.3 miles by road), at the 45p a mile HMRC rate for every visit there and back.
| Treatment | Typical fee | Visits | Travel | Total from here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Metal braces | £1,500 to £3,500 | 10 to 20 | under £10 | £1,500 to £3,500 |
| Ceramic braces | £2,000 to £4,500 | 10 to 20 | under £10 | £2,000 to £4,500 |
| Lingual braces | £4,000 to £8,000 | 10 to 20 | under £10 | £4,000 to £8,000 |
| Clear aligners | £1,500 to £5,500 | 6 to 10 | under £10 | £1,500 to £5,500 |
| Invisalign | £2,500 to £5,500 | 6 to 10 | under £10 | £2,500 to £5,500 |
Estimates. Fees vary by practice and case, so ask what each quote includes (retainers, refinements, emergency visits). NHS treatment for eligible under-18s is free.
What affects cost near Stonehaven
| Cost factor | Look for | Nearest listing it | Next nearest | Within 20 miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Free first appointment | a free consultation | Visage Orthodontics Aberdeen | Orthodontist in Aberdeen for Invisalign & Braces (13.2 miles) | none other | 1 |
| Monthly payments | payment plans | Portlethen Dental Care (7.6 miles) | Visage Orthodontics Aberdeen | Orthodontist in Aberdeen for Invisalign & Braces (13.2 miles) | 2 |
| NHS treatment | NHS orthodontics | STONEHAVEN DENTAL PRACTICE (under a mile) | MARKET SQUARE DENTAL PRACTICE (under a mile); C. A. GARDEN (under a mile) | 27 |
| Private treatment | private fees | Portlethen Dental Care (7.6 miles) | Cove Dental & Implant Centre | Private & Nhs Dentist Aberdeen (11 miles); Holburn Dental and Implant Centre (11.9 miles) | 7 |
| Aligner prices to compare | aligners | Portlethen Dental Care (7.6 miles) | Holburn Dental and Implant Centre (11.9 miles); Andrew Scott Dental Care (12.8 miles) | 4 |
| Brace prices to compare | fixed braces | Portlethen Dental Care (7.6 miles) | Holburn Dental and Implant Centre (11.9 miles); Visage Orthodontics Aberdeen | Orthodontist in Aberdeen for Invisalign & Braces (13.2 miles) | 3 |
Built from what each practice's own published information mentions, so a missing entry means not mentioned, which does not mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Orthodontic treatment costs in Stonehaven vary widely by treatment type, case complexity and practice. Case complexity, appliance type and inclusions all move the total up or down. Below we break down NHS and private pricing and the finance options available locally. People from Dunnottar, Fetteresso and Redcloak regularly visit orthodontists in Stonehaven.
Paying for Orthodontic Treatment in Stonehaven
Most private orthodontic practices in Stonehaven offer payment plans — typically 0% or low-interest monthly instalments spread over the course of treatment (usually 12–24 months). This makes private treatment much more financially accessible. A deposit of 10–25% of the total fee is usually required to start treatment, with the balance spread over equal monthly payments.
Always check whether the payment plan is in-house (directly with the practice) or through a finance provider such as Chrysalis Finance or Medenta. In-house plans typically have no credit check; third-party finance plans involve a formal credit application.
Typical Orthodontic Costs in Stonehaven
Here's how private treatment costs typically stack up in Stonehaven:
| Treatment type | Typical cost range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| NHS metal braces | Free for eligible under-18s | Adults aged 26 and over who qualify pay 80% of the NHS fee, capped at £384 for a course of treatment. |
| Private metal braces | £1,500–£3,500 | No waiting list. Full arch treatment. Retainers included in good practices. |
| Ceramic braces | £2,000–£4,500 | Tooth-coloured brackets. More discreet than metal. Not NHS-available. |
| Clear aligners (non-Invisalign) | £1,500–£4,500 | Wide range by brand and complexity. Confirm refinements and retainers are included. |
| Invisalign Lite | £2,500–£3,500 | Mild cases only. Limited refinements. |
| Invisalign Comprehensive | £3,500–£5,500 | Moderate to complex. Unlimited refinements within treatment cycle. |
| Lingual braces | £4,000–£8,000 | Completely hidden. Highest cost. Fewest providers in Stonehaven. |
These are typical private fee ranges for Stonehaven — individual practices may charge more or less depending on their overheads, location, and clinician experience. Always request a written treatment plan with the full fee itemised before committing.
Cost Context for Stonehaven
Private full fixed brace treatment in Stonehaven typically costs between £1,500 and £5,500, depending on case complexity. Case complexity — not just preference — is usually what determines whether aligners or fixed braces are recommended. People from Dunnottar, Fetteresso, and Redcloak regularly make use of Stonehaven's orthodontic practices for orthodontic treatment.
Our database currently lists 4 orthodontic practices in and around Stonehaven. Stonehaven is classified as other Urban Areas, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Grampian. Stonehaven has 4 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 68% of towns in Scotland. National deprivation data ranks Stonehaven among Scotland's less deprived areas. The nearest university dental hospital to Stonehaven is Aberdeen Dental School, Aberdeen, about 14 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. See local practice availability in Stonehaven → Costs can vary significantly between providers — getting two or three quotes and comparing what's included (retainers, refinements, both arches) before committing is strongly recommended.
Finding value in clear aligner treatment in Stonehaven
Lower-cost clear aligners in Stonehaven are the right call for some cases and the wrong one for others. A lower fee can reflect a simpler case — or corners cut on refinements and supervision. Below, we break down what drives the low end of the market and how to compare it safely. People from Dunnottar, Fetteresso and Redcloak regularly visit orthodontists in Stonehaven.
Why Some Aligners Cost Less in Stonehaven
Treatment scope — short-series aligners for mild front-tooth alignment legitimately cost less: fewer trays, fewer appointments, less complexity. A simple crowding case can be well served by an entry-level system.
Clear aligner cost in Stonehaven
Aligner pricing in Stonehaven is driven by more than the headline figure. Complexity, brand, refinement allowances and clinical input each pull the price up or down. What's included matters more than the sticker price when you compare providers. People from Dunnottar, Fetteresso and Redcloak regularly visit orthodontists in Stonehaven.
What Affects Clear Aligner Cost in Stonehaven?
Case complexity moves the price more than anything else — a short mild course is a fraction of a complex full-arch treatment with mid-course corrections. Only a clinician can grade it, though a photo review hints at it early.
Frequently Asked Questions — Costs in Stonehaven
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Stonehaven?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Stonehaven is STONEHAVEN DENTAL PRACTICE, about 0.2 miles to the north. The next closest are MARKET SQUARE DENTAL PRACTICE (0.3 miles) and C. A. GARDEN (0.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Stonehaven?
Our register has 4 practices within 5 miles of Stonehaven, 6 practices within 10 miles and 71 practices within 20 miles.
Which practices near Stonehaven offer payment plans?
The nearest practice to Stonehaven that mentions finance or monthly payment options is Portlethen Dental Care, about 7.6 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Visage Orthodontics Aberdeen | Orthodontist in Aberdeen for Invisalign & Braces (13.2 miles).
Which NHS body covers Stonehaven for dental care?
NHS dental commissioning in Stonehaven falls under NHS Grampian.
Is Stonehaven rural or urban?
By ONS classification, Stonehaven falls under other Urban Areas.
How deprived is Stonehaven compared with the rest of Scotland?
By the national deprivation index, Stonehaven is less deprived than most of Scotland. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
What towns are near Stonehaven?
Glithno, Dunnottar, Redcloak are within easy reach of Stonehaven.
Can I find out what treatment might cost without an appointment in Stonehaven?
A free photo assessment through Virtual Consultant Online gives an initial view of which treatment types suit your case and what they typically cost in Stonehaven — before committing to a paid consultation.
Last updated: October 2026, compiled by the Virtual Consultant Online editorial team from our practice register and public data. Information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute clinical advice; it is not reviewed by a clinician. Sources: NHS, General Dental Council. How we compile our information.
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