Braces in The Braids at a Glance
| Nearest practice listing fixed braces | None within 30 miles on our register |
|---|---|
| Nearest practice listing NHS | 31 MORNINGSIDE DRIVE, Edinburgh — under a mile; 27 within 10 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Dundee Dental Hospital, Dundee — about 38 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Large Urban Areas |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of Scotland |
| Access within City of Edinburgh | 70th closest to a practice of 118 places in the county; the county median is 0.4 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 offering braces near The Braids
On our practice register: 123 practices within 5 miles of The Braids, 146 practices within 10 and 240 practices within 20. The closest is 31 MORNINGSIDE DRIVE in Edinburgh, 0.5 miles north-west. Few practices near here mention fixed braces in their published information, so this lists the nearest of any kind.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31 MORNINGSIDE DRIVEEdinburgh | 0.5 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| 27 COMISTON ROADEdinburgh | 0.5 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| EH10 DENTALEdinburgh | 0.6 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| MORNINGSIDE DENTAL CAREEdinburgh | 0.8 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| CHURCH HILL DENTAL PRACTICEEdinburgh | 0.9 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| LINKS DENTAL PRACTICEEdinburgh | 1.1 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to The Braids with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Edinburgh, 0.5 miles north-west; the next are Colinton (1.3 miles south) and Danderhall (1.3 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Edinburgh | 26 | 0.5 miles north-west |
| Colinton | 3 | 1.3 miles south |
| Danderhall | 1 | 1.3 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
For everything from mild crowding to complex bite correction, fixed braces do the heavy lifting. In The Braids, the choice of brace type is wider than ever — the right one depends on your case, not just your preference. No removable option quite matches the control a fixed appliance gives the clinician over each tooth. Most cases complete within 12 to 24 months.
What to Expect During Brace Treatment in The Braids
Fitting takes around an hour, and adjustment appointments in The Braids are usually every 8–9 weeks. Skipping appointments simply lengthens the overall timeline. The The Braids overview sets out local facts, the nearest practices and the NHS funding route that applies here.
Local Context for The Braids
What's available in The Braids depends on the practice, so it's worth checking directly what each one offers. The Braids is classified as large Urban Areas. The Braids sits within NHS Lothian for NHS dental commissioning. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (123), The Braids has more choice than 97% of towns in Scotland. National deprivation data ranks The Braids among Scotland's less deprived areas. For hospital-based orthodontic care, The Braids is about 38 miles from Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee. There is no orthodontist on our records in The Braids itself. The closest on record are 31 MORNINGSIDE DRIVE in Edinburgh, under a mile away; FAIRMILEHEAD DENTAL PRACTICE in Colinton, about a mile away; and 1 LIBERTON BRAE in Danderhall, about a mile away. Mild-to-moderate crowding or spacing is often suitable for clear aligners, while more complex cases are more commonly recommended fixed braces.
How long NHS treatment takes to start in City of Edinburgh depends heavily on the individual practice's current caseload. Private treatment can usually begin within a few weeks of the initial consultation.
Private brace in The Braids typically costs between £1,500 and £5,500, depending on case complexity. Many practices offer 0% or low-interest payment plans spread over 12 to 24 months.
Brace Types Explained for Patients in The Braids
Metal braces are the benchmark treatment: small steel brackets, an archwire, and regular adjustments. They suit all case types and are the least expensive private option, as well as the NHS standard.
Ceramic braces work identically to metal but use tooth-coloured or clear brackets, making them far less visible. They cost a little more and need careful cleaning to avoid staining.
Lingual braces are bonded to the tongue-facing surface of the teeth, so they are invisible from the front. They are the most discreet fixed option, cost the most, and need a short speech-adaptation period.
Self-ligating braces (such as Damon or In-Ovation) use a slide or clip instead of elastic ties, reducing friction and sometimes the number of adjustment visits. Both metal and ceramic versions are available in The Braids.
Common Orthodontic Problems in The Braids
What looks like a purely cosmetic issue often carries real functional consequences. Some cases are straightforward crowding; others are bite issues that have developed over years. Recognising which problem you have makes the treatment conversation far clearer.
Orthodontic Problems in The Braids — Local Context
What's available in The Braids depends on the practice, so it's worth checking directly what each one offers. Officially, The Braids is categorised as large Urban Areas. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Lothian. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (123), The Braids has more choice than 97% of towns in Scotland. The Braids falls in a less deprived area than most of Scotland. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to The Braids is Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee, about 38 miles away. Crowding is the most common presenting problem across the UK. Whether aligners or fixed braces are recommended usually comes down to case complexity rather than personal preference alone.
Jaw Problems & Treatment in The Braids
Not all orthodontic problems are purely about tooth position. Some patients in The Braids have jaw discrepancies that can't be corrected by moving teeth alone. Many of these conditions are treatable, and early diagnosis improves outcomes.
Jaw Surgery Referral from The Braids
If your orthodontist identifies a skeletal jaw problem requiring surgical correction, they will refer you to an oral and maxillofacial surgery team. Pre-surgical orthodontics (typically 12-18 months) aligns the teeth before surgery repositions the jaws. Post-surgical orthodontics refines the bite after healing.
Orthodontics for Teens in The Braids
For teenagers in The Braids, orthodontics improves far more than just the smile. Each option carries different implications for compliance, aesthetics and cost. Getting the timing and treatment type right makes a real difference to outcomes.
NHS vs Private Orthodontics for Teens in The Braids
NHS treatment is aimed at teenagers in The Braids who meet the IOTN threshold, with metal braces provided free of charge start to finish, retainers included. But waiting lists in City of Edinburgh often run 12–24 months or more — and for a teen near the end of the ideal window, waiting may not be practical.
Frequently Asked Questions — Braces in The Braids
Where is the nearest orthodontist to The Braids?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to The Braids is 31 MORNINGSIDE DRIVE in Edinburgh, about 0.5 miles to the north-west. The next closest are 27 COMISTON ROAD (0.5 miles) and EH10 DENTAL (0.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near The Braids?
Our register has 123 practices within 5 miles of The Braids, 146 practices within 10 miles and 240 practices within 20 miles.
Where can I get braces near The Braids?
None of the practices within 30 miles mentions fixed braces in its published information, although most orthodontic practices do fit them — ask the nearest ones directly.
What NHS area is The Braids in for dental services?
NHS dental commissioning in The Braids falls under NHS Lothian.
What kind of area is The Braids?
By ONS classification, The Braids falls under large Urban Areas.
How deprived is The Braids compared with the rest of Scotland?
By the national deprivation index, The Braids is less deprived than most of Scotland. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
Which towns are close to The Braids?
Comiston, Fountainbridge, The Grange are within easy reach of The Braids.
What are self-ligating braces?
Systems like Damon or In-Ovation use a built-in clip instead of elastic ties to hold the wire, which can cut friction and sometimes means fewer adjustment visits. Most orthodontists offer them in metal or ceramic.
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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