Orthodontic practices near Tanshall
On our practice register: 13 practices within 5 miles of Tanshall, 28 practices within 10 and 211 practices within 20. The closest is LESLIE MEADOWS DENTAL CARE, 0.8 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LESLIE MEADOWS DENTAL CARELeslie | 0.8 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| SALTIRE DENTAL PRACTICEGlenrothes | 1.1 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Saltire Dental Practice LtdGlenrothes | 1.1 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.4 (115 reviews) |
| NORTH STREET DENTAL PRACTICEGlenrothes | 1.7 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| BUPA DENTAL CAREThornton | 1.9 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Balbirnie Oral Care LtdGlenrothes | 2.1 miles east | ✓ | – | – | 4.6 (11 reviews) |
| BALBIRNIE ORAL CARE LTDMarkinch | 2.1 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| PUBLIC DENTAL SERVICECoaltown of Balgonie | 2.6 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Tanshall with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Leslie, 0.8 miles north-west; the next are Glenrothes (1.1 miles east) and Thornton (1.9 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Leslie | 1 | 0.8 miles north-west |
| Glenrothes | 4 | 1.1 miles east |
| Thornton | 1 | 1.9 miles east |
| Markinch | 1 | 2.1 miles east |
| Coaltown of Balgonie | 1 | 2.6 miles east |
| Cardenden | 2 | 3.6 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 Tanshall
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is International Smiles in Burntisland (5.0 from 29 reviews), 9.2 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| International SmilesBurntisland | 5.0 (29 reviews) | 9.2 miles south |
| Kelty Dental PracticeKelty | 4.9 (282 reviews) | 7.6 miles south-west |
| Breeze Family Dental Care (Cardenden)Cardenden | 4.9 (82 reviews) | 3.6 miles south-west |
| Balbirnie Oral Care LtdGlenrothes | 4.6 (11 reviews) | 2.1 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Tanshall at a Glance
| Nation | Scotland |
|---|---|
| Council area | Fife |
| NHS dental services | NHS Fife |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384 |
| Area type (ONS) | Other Urban Areas |
| Deprivation | More deprived than most of Scotland |
| Practices within 5 miles | 13 practices, more than 78% of towns in Scotland |
| Access within Fife | 75th closest to an orthodontic practice of 229 places in the county (the county median is 1.5 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.8 miles away, closer than 79% of towns in Scotland |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Dundee Dental Hospital, Dundee — 21 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | LESLIE MEADOWS DENTAL CARE, Leslie — under a mile SALTIRE DENTAL PRACTICE, Glenrothes — 1 miles BUPA DENTAL CARE, Thornton — 2 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 28 within 10 miles, 211 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 Tanshall
Tanshall has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: LESLIE MEADOWS DENTAL CARE is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 28 practices, and within 20 there are 211.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: 1 of the practices around Tanshall list clear aligners, the nearest 1.1 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 Tanshall are commissioned by NHS Fife; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is LESLIE MEADOWS DENTAL CARE, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee, about 21 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Tanshall
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Local orthodontic signals in Tanshall
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Tanshall itself. The nearest recorded are LESLIE MEADOWS DENTAL CARE, under a mile away; SALTIRE DENTAL PRACTICE in Glenrothes, about a mile away; and BUPA DENTAL CARE in Thornton, about 2 miles away.
A quick look at Tanshall
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Tanshall in context
Tanshall is classified as other Urban Areas. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Fife. Tanshall has 13 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 78% of towns in Scotland. Tanshall's deprivation ranking places it in a more deprived band than most of Scotland. The nearest university dental hospital to Tanshall is Dundee Dental Hospital, Dundee, about 21 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
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From First Photo to Finished Smile in Tanshall
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Teeth Straightening Options Available in Tanshall
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Treatment Options in Tanshall — Local Context
Appointment availability and the range of treatments on offer both vary practice to practice around Tanshall. By ONS classification, Tanshall falls under other Urban Areas. NHS Fife is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Tanshall. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (13), Tanshall has more choice than 78% of towns in Scotland. National deprivation data ranks Tanshall among Scotland's more deprived areas. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Tanshall is about 21 miles from Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee. No orthodontic practice is recorded in Tanshall. The nearest recorded are LESLIE MEADOWS DENTAL CARE, under a mile away; SALTIRE DENTAL PRACTICE in Glenrothes, about a mile away; and BUPA DENTAL CARE in Thornton, about 2 miles away. Mild-to-moderate crowding or spacing is often suitable for clear aligners, while more complex cases are more commonly recommended fixed braces.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Tanshall. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Tanshall
This section helps connect Tanshall, Fife to the wider local area for people comparing treatment options. The nearby links also make it easier to compare places such as Caskieberran, Croft Outerly, Leslie, Macedonia, Rimbleton, and South Parks.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Tanshall
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Tanshall often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Tanshall?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Tanshall is LESLIE MEADOWS DENTAL CARE, about 0.8 miles to the north-west. The next closest are SALTIRE DENTAL PRACTICE (1.1 miles) and Saltire Dental Practice Ltd (1.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Tanshall?
Our register has 13 practices within 5 miles of Tanshall, 28 practices within 10 miles and 211 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Tanshall?
The nearest practice to Tanshall that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is LESLIE MEADOWS DENTAL CARE, about 0.8 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include SALTIRE DENTAL PRACTICE (1.1 miles) and Saltire Dental Practice Ltd (1.1 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Tanshall, Fife?
A guided photo assessment is often the easiest starting point because it helps move broad research into something more specific.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Tanshall, Fife?
Yes. Once a clinician has reviewed your photos, they can advise which treatment type is more likely to suit your case.