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Orthodontic practices near Temple

On our practice register: 3 practices within 5 miles of Temple, 34 practices within 10 and 178 practices within 20. The closest is 19 MAIN STREET in Gorebridge, 3.1 miles north-east.

PracticeDistanceNHSBracesAlignersGoogle rating
19 MAIN STREETGorebridge3.1 miles north-east✓–––
5 STATION ROADMayfield4.8 miles north✓–––
BONNYRIGG DENTAL CAREBonnyrigg5.0 miles north✓–––
6 MAIN STREETRoslin5.1 miles north-west✓–––
1A MAYFIELD PLACEMayfield5.3 miles north✓–––
64 HIGH STREETBonnyrigg5.4 miles north✓–––
59A HIGH STREETBonnyrigg5.4 miles north✓–––
PENICUIK DENTAL CENTREPenicuik5.8 miles west✓–––

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

Nearest places to Temple with orthodontic practices

The closest town with orthodontic practices is Gorebridge, 3.1 miles north-east; the next are Mayfield (4.8 miles north) and Bonnyrigg (5.0 miles north).

PlacePracticesNearest
Gorebridge13.1 miles north-east
Mayfield24.8 miles north
Bonnyrigg35.0 miles north
Roslin15.1 miles north-west
Penicuik35.8 miles west
Loanhead26.2 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 Temple

Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Edinburgh Dental (4.9 from 806 reviews), 10.0 miles north.

PracticeGoogle ratingDistance
Edinburgh DentalEdinburgh4.9 (806 reviews)10.0 miles north
Orthodontic Lounge EdinburghDanderhall4.9 (79 reviews)9.6 miles north
Southside Dental CareEdinburgh4.8 (437 reviews)9.5 miles north

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

Temple at a Glance

NationScotland
Council areaMidlothian
NHS dental servicesNHS Lothian
NHS orthodontic chargesFree under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384
Area type (ONS)Accessible Rural
DeprivationLess deprived than most of Scotland
Practices within 5 miles2 practices, more than 56% of towns in Scotland
Access within Midlothian62nd closest to an orthodontic practice of 67 places in the county (the county median is 0.8 miles)
Nearest practice compared3.1 miles away, closer than 57% of towns in Scotland
Nearest orthodontic practices19 MAIN STREET, Gorebridge — 3 miles
5 STATION ROAD, Mayfield — 5 miles
BONNYRIGG DENTAL CARE, Bonnyrigg — 5 miles
Practices within 10 and 20 miles34 within 10 miles, 178 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 Temple

The nearest practice to Temple is 19 MAIN STREET in Gorebridge, 3.1 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 34 practices, and within 20 there are 178.

Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: 1 of the practices around Temple list clear aligners, the nearest 9.6 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 Temple are commissioned by NHS Lothian, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is 19 MAIN STREET in Gorebridge, 3.1 miles away.

Orthodontic Treatment In Temple

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Find orthodontic treatment in Temple

Orthodontist in Temple: This page was put together for people in Temple who want more than a generic search result before choosing a treatment route. It connects local orthodontic research in Temple with the wider Midlothian area.

Temple in context

Temple is classified as accessible Rural, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Lothian. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (2), Temple has more choice than 56% of towns in Scotland. Temple falls in a less deprived area than most of Scotland.

Local orthodontic signals in Temple

There is no orthodontist on our records in Temple itself. The nearest recorded are 19 MAIN STREET in Gorebridge, about 3 miles away; 5 STATION ROAD in Mayfield, about 5 miles away; and BONNYRIGG DENTAL CARE, about 5 miles away.

Compare nearby areas

If you are comparing a wider local area, you can also browse nearby orthodontic location pages such as Temple View, Carrington, Arniston, Fushiebridge, North Middleton, and Birkenside.

Temple in numbers

Heading north-west for around 1 km brings you to Temple View, the closest linked location.

How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Temple

Orthodontic treatment in Temple is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.

Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Temple

Appointment availability and the range of treatments on offer both vary practice to practice around Temple. Temple's ONS geography type is accessible Rural. Temple sits within NHS Lothian for NHS dental commissioning. With 2 orthodontic practices within five miles, Temple is better served than 56% of towns in Scotland. By national deprivation ranking, Temple sits among the less deprived areas of Scotland. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.

Teeth Straightening Options Available in Temple

The orthodontic landscape in Temple offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.

Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Temple

Every treatment type has strengths and limitations. This filters quickly to the options most relevant to your situation:

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

Frequently Asked Questions in Temple

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

Where is the nearest orthodontist to Temple?

On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Temple is 19 MAIN STREET in Gorebridge, about 3.1 miles to the north-east. The next closest are 5 STATION ROAD (4.8 miles) and BONNYRIGG DENTAL CARE (5.0 miles).

How many orthodontic practices are near Temple?

Our register has 3 practices within 5 miles of Temple, 34 practices within 10 miles and 178 practices within 20 miles.

Is there an NHS orthodontist near Temple?

The nearest practice to Temple that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is 19 MAIN STREET in Gorebridge, about 3.1 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include 5 STATION ROAD (4.8 miles) and BONNYRIGG DENTAL CARE (5.0 miles).

How do I start orthodontic treatment in Temple, Midlothian?

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 Temple, Midlothian?

Yes. Braces and aligners can be compared more effectively once the case itself has been reviewed.

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TitleTemple, Midlothian Orthodontics | Get a Quote Online
PublisherVirtual Consultant Online
Published1 June 2022
Modified11 October 2026
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