Orthodontic practices near The Gyle
On our practice register: 102 practices within 5 miles of The Gyle, 160 practices within 10 and 248 practices within 20. The closest is 9 BUGHTLIN MARKET in Cramond Bridge, 0.2 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 BUGHTLIN MARKETCramond Bridge | 0.2 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| 176-178 ST JOHN'S ROADColinton | 0.6 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| BARNTON DENTALClermiston | 0.8 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| BARNTON DENTAL SPAClermiston | 0.8 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| CORNERSTONE SMILEColinton | 0.9 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| MY DENTISTColinton | 0.9 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Sunrise Dental Clinic I Award Winning Paediatric I Orthodontic I Implant & Smile Design ClinicColinton | 0.9 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (219 reviews) |
| Vermilion OrthodonticsColinton | 1.0 miles south-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (2 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to The Gyle with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Cramond Bridge, 0.2 miles north-west; the next are Colinton (0.6 miles south-east) and Clermiston (0.8 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Cramond Bridge | 1 | 0.2 miles north-west |
| Colinton | 12 | 0.6 miles south-east |
| Clermiston | 2 | 0.8 miles north-east |
| Edinburgh | 12 | 1.4 miles north-east |
| Davidsons Mains | 1 | 1.5 miles north-east |
| Currie | 2 | 2.9 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 Gyle
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Sunrise Dental Clinic I Award Winning Paediatric I Orthodontic I Implant & Smile Design Clinic in Colinton (4.9 from 219 reviews), 0.9 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sunrise Dental Clinic I Award Winning Paediatric I Orthodontic I Implant & Smile Design ClinicColinton | 4.9 (219 reviews) | 0.9 miles south-east |
| Ardmillan Orthodontics LtdEdinburgh | 4.5 (68 reviews) | 3.0 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The Gyle at a Glance
| Nation | Scotland |
|---|---|
| Council area | City of Edinburgh |
| NHS dental services | NHS Lothian |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384 |
| Area type (ONS) | Large Urban Areas |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of Scotland |
| Practices within 5 miles | 97 practices, more than 95% of towns in Scotland |
| Access within City of Edinburgh | 15th closest to an orthodontic practice of 118 places in the county (the county median is 0.4 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.2 miles away, closer than 93% of towns in Scotland |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Dundee Dental Hospital, Dundee — 37 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | 9 BUGHTLIN MARKET, Cramond Bridge — under a mile 176-178 ST JOHN'S ROAD, Colinton — under a mile BARNTON DENTAL, Clermiston — under a mile |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 160 within 10 miles, 248 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 Gyle
The Gyle has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: 9 BUGHTLIN MARKET in Cramond Bridge is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 160 practices, and within 20 there are 248.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Ardmillan Orthodontics Ltd (3 miles) mentions remote consultations, and 2 of the practices around The Gyle list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile 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 The Gyle are commissioned by NHS Lothian; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is 9 BUGHTLIN MARKET in Cramond Bridge, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee, about 37 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In The Gyle
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Orthodontist in The Gyle: People weighing up braces or aligners in The Gyle can use this page to understand the options before making contact with a practice. It is relevant to searches focused on both The Gyle and the wider City of Edinburgh area.
Local orthodontic signals in The Gyle
There is no orthodontist on our records in The Gyle itself. The nearest recorded are 9 BUGHTLIN MARKET in Cramond Bridge, under a mile away; 176-178 ST JOHN'S ROAD in Colinton, under a mile away; and BARNTON DENTAL in Clermiston, under a mile away.
The Gyle in context
Classified by ONS as large Urban Areas, The Gyle sits within NHS Lothian for NHS dental commissioning. The Gyle has 97 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 95% of towns in Scotland. The Gyle falls in a less deprived area than most of Scotland. For hospital-based orthodontic care, The Gyle is about 37 miles from Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee.
Widen your local search
Nearby location pages including Cramond Bridge, Drumbrae, Bughtlin, East Craigs, Clermiston, and Corstorphine can help you keep exploring local orthodontic treatment options.
Local context for The Gyle
Heading north for under 1 km brings you to Cramond Bridge, the closest linked location.
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in The Gyle
Orthodontic treatment in The Gyle is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in The Gyle
Provision in The Gyle varies by practice — it's worth comparing more than one before committing. The Gyle is classified as large Urban Areas, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Lothian. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (97), The Gyle has more choice than 95% of towns in Scotland. National deprivation data ranks The Gyle among Scotland's less deprived areas. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to The Gyle is Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee, about 37 miles away. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in The Gyle
The orthodontic landscape in The Gyle offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.
Orthodontic Options at a Glance in The Gyle
Every mainstream option is available to patients in The Gyle — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around The Gyle. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around The Gyle
This part of the page places The Gyle, City of Edinburgh in context alongside the towns and areas around it. Nearby pages covering Cramond Bridge, Drumbrae, Bughtlin, East Craigs, Clermiston, and Corstorphine may also help if you are still comparing locations.
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Frequently Asked Questions in The Gyle
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in The Gyle often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to The Gyle?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to The Gyle is 9 BUGHTLIN MARKET in Cramond Bridge, about 0.2 miles to the north-west. The next closest are 176-178 ST JOHN'S ROAD (0.6 miles) and BARNTON DENTAL (0.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near The Gyle?
Our register has 102 practices within 5 miles of The Gyle, 160 practices within 10 miles and 248 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near The Gyle?
The nearest practice to The Gyle that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is 9 BUGHTLIN MARKET in Cramond Bridge, about 0.2 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include 176-178 ST JOHN'S ROAD (0.6 miles) and BARNTON DENTAL (0.8 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in The Gyle, City of Edinburgh?
The usual starting point is a short online assessment: upload a few guided photos and a clinician reviews your case remotely.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in The Gyle, City of Edinburgh?
Yes. A review of your photos and concerns can help show whether braces or clear aligners may be the better route.