Orthodontic practices near The Balloch
On our practice register: 3 practices within 5 miles of The Balloch, 5 practices within 10 and 48 practices within 20. The closest is Care Dental in Crieff, 2.2 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Care DentalCrieff | 2.2 miles north-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (283 reviews) |
| INFINITYBLU DENTAL CARECrieff | 2.3 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| SPRING GROVE CLINICComrie | 4.6 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| SPRING GROVE CLINICAuchterarder | 7.5 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Infinityblu Dental Care & Implant ClinicAuchterarder | 7.8 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (152 reviews) |
| DUNBLANE DENTAL PRACTICEDunblane | 11.5 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| BEECH TREE DENTAL CAREDunblane | 11.7 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| BRIDGE OF ALLAN DENTAL CAREBridge of Allan | 13.8 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to The Balloch with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Crieff, 2.2 miles north-east; the next are Comrie (4.6 miles west) and Auchterarder (7.5 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Crieff | 2 | 2.2 miles north-east |
| Comrie | 1 | 4.6 miles west |
| Auchterarder | 2 | 7.5 miles south-east |
| Dunblane | 2 | 11.5 miles south |
| Bridge of Allan | 2 | 13.8 miles south |
| Alva | 1 | 13.9 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of The Balloch
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Crafted Dental in Stirling (5.0 from 58 reviews), 16.2 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Crafted DentalStirling | 5.0 (58 reviews) | 16.2 miles south |
| Care DentalCrieff | 4.9 (283 reviews) | 2.2 miles north-east |
| Cherrybank Dental SpaPerth | 4.9 (161 reviews) | 16.5 miles east |
| Infinityblu Dental Care & Implant ClinicAuchterarder | 4.8 (152 reviews) | 7.8 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The Balloch at a Glance
| Nation | Scotland |
|---|---|
| Council area | Perth and Kinross |
| NHS dental services | NHS Tayside |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384 |
| Area type (ONS) | Remote Rural |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of Scotland |
| Practices within 5 miles | 3 practices, more than 63% of towns in Scotland |
| Access within Perth and Kinross | 77th closest to an orthodontic practice of 278 places in the county (the county median is 3.9 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 2.2 miles away, closer than 65% of towns in Scotland |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Dundee Dental Hospital, Dundee — 35 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Care Dental, Crieff — 2 miles SPRING GROVE CLINIC, Comrie — 5 miles SPRING GROVE CLINIC, Auchterarder — 8 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 5 within 10 miles, 48 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 The Balloch
The Balloch is 2.2 miles from Care Dental in Crieff, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 5 practices, and within 20 there are 48.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Cherrybank Dental Spa (16.5 miles) mentions remote consultations, and 5 of the practices around The Balloch list clear aligners, the nearest 2.2 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around The Balloch are commissioned by NHS Tayside; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is INFINITYBLU DENTAL CARE in Crieff, 2.3 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee, about 35 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In The Balloch
Perth and Kinross12 nearby locationsResearch orthodontic options in The Balloch
Orthodontist in The Balloch: This page helps people researching orthodontic treatment in The Balloch understand their options before committing to an appointment. It is written to be useful for anyone researching treatment across Perth and Kinross, not just The Balloch.
Local snapshot of The Balloch
The nearest other location we cover is Strowan, around 2 km to the north-west.
Practice signals around The Balloch
No orthodontic practice is recorded in The Balloch. The nearest we do hold are Care Dental in Crieff, about 2 miles away; SPRING GROVE CLINIC in Comrie, about 5 miles away; and SPRING GROVE CLINIC in Auchterarder, about 8 miles away.
Keep exploring nearby
Related pages for Strowan, Crieff, Hosh, Quoig, Muthill, and Tomaknock are worth a look if you want to widen your search beyond this area.
What official data says about The Balloch
By ONS classification, The Balloch falls under remote Rural. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Tayside. The Balloch has 3 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 63% of towns in Scotland. National deprivation data ranks The Balloch among Scotland's less deprived areas. The nearest university dental hospital to The Balloch is Dundee Dental Hospital, Dundee, about 35 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in The Balloch
Many people in The Balloch delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. Knowing what happens at each step — and roughly how long it takes — removes most of the uncertainty. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
From First Photo to Finished Smile in The Balloch
Every case in The Balloch follows broadly the same arc; knowing the stages in advance makes the whole thing feel far more manageable.
Orthodontic Treatments in The Balloch
Patients in The Balloch have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. 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.
Which Treatment Is Right for You?
Start with a consultation — most orthodontists in The Balloch offer a free or low-cost initial assessment. Avoid choosing treatment based on advertising before understanding what your teeth actually need. If discretion is your top priority, aligners or ceramic/lingual braces are the shortlist. If budget is primary and you meet NHS criteria, metal braces deliver excellent outcomes at minimal cost.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around The Balloch. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around The Balloch
These local links are here for anyone comparing The Balloch, Perth and Kinross against nearby alternatives. The nearby links also make it easier to compare places such as Strowan, Crieff, Hosh, Quoig, Muthill, and Tomaknock.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in The Balloch
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in The Balloch often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to The Balloch?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to The Balloch is Care Dental in Crieff, about 2.2 miles to the north-east. The next closest are INFINITYBLU DENTAL CARE (2.3 miles) and SPRING GROVE CLINIC (4.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near The Balloch?
Our register has 3 practices within 5 miles of The Balloch, 5 practices within 10 miles and 48 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near The Balloch?
The nearest practice to The Balloch that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is INFINITYBLU DENTAL CARE in Crieff, about 2.3 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include SPRING GROVE CLINIC (4.6 miles) and SPRING GROVE CLINIC (7.5 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in The Balloch, Perth and Kinross?
A practical first step is to upload guided photos online so a clinician can review your teeth, bite, and alignment concerns before you arrange a visit.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in The Balloch, Perth and Kinross?
Yes. Braces and aligners can be compared more effectively once the case itself has been reviewed.