Orthodontic practices near The Mound
On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of The Mound, 2 practices within 10 and 6 practices within 20. The closest is ADC GOLSPIE PRACTICE, 3.8 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ADC GOLSPIE PRACTICEGolspie | 3.8 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| DORNOCH DENTAL SURGERYDornoch | 5.7 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| TAIN DENTAL CARETain | 10.4 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Easter Ross Dental CareInvergordon | 19.1 miles south | – | – | – | 4.9 (755 reviews) |
| INVERGORDON DENTAL PRACTICEInvergordon | 19.1 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| 54A HIGH STREETAlness | 19.5 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| GLENRIDDING DENTAL PRACTICENairn | 26.9 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| WINDSOR HOUSE DENTAL PRACTICE LTDNairn | 27.0 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to The Mound with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Golspie, 3.8 miles east; the next are Dornoch (5.7 miles south) and Tain (10.4 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Golspie | 1 | 3.8 miles east |
| Dornoch | 1 | 5.7 miles south |
| Tain | 1 | 10.4 miles south |
| Invergordon | 2 | 19.1 miles south |
| Alness | 1 | 19.5 miles south |
| Nairn | 2 | 26.9 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
The Mound at a Glance
| Nation | Scotland |
|---|---|
| Council area | Highland |
| NHS dental services | NHS Highland |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384 |
| Area type (ONS) | Remote Rural |
| Deprivation | Around the Scotland average |
| Practices within 5 miles | 1 practice |
| Access within Highland | 257th closest to an orthodontic practice of 1,220 places in the county (the county median is 9.2 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 3.8 miles away, closer than 52% of towns in Scotland |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | ADC GOLSPIE PRACTICE, Golspie — 4 miles DORNOCH DENTAL SURGERY, Dornoch — 6 miles TAIN DENTAL CARE, Tain — 10 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 2 within 10 miles, 6 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 Mound
The Mound is 3.8 miles from ADC GOLSPIE PRACTICE, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 2 practices, and within 20 there are 6.
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 Mound are commissioned by NHS Highland, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is ADC GOLSPIE PRACTICE, 3.8 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In The Mound
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Orthodontist in The Mound: This page was put together for people in The Mound who want more than a generic search result before choosing a treatment route. The same guidance applies whether you are based in The Mound itself or elsewhere in Highland.
Keep exploring nearby
If you are comparing a wider local area, you can also browse nearby orthodontic location pages such as Torboll, Ardshave, Little Torboll, Achavandra Muir, Balvraid, and Skelbo.
A quick look at The Mound
Heading north-west for around 2 km brings you to Torboll, the closest linked location.
The Mound in context
The Mound — remote Rural by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Highland for NHS dentistry. By national deprivation ranking, The Mound is roughly mid-table for Scotland.
Local provider signals in The Mound
No orthodontic practice is recorded in The Mound. The nearest we do hold are ADC GOLSPIE PRACTICE, about 4 miles away; DORNOCH DENTAL SURGERY, about 6 miles away; and TAIN DENTAL CARE, about 10 miles away.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in The Mound
Patients in The Mound have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. The best treatment isn't the most expensive or the most discreet — it's the one that matches your case, lifestyle and budget. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
Treatment Options in The Mound — Local Context
Treatment range and appointment slots differ between the practices covering The Mound — comparing a couple is worthwhile. The Mound is classified as remote Rural. NHS Highland is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in The Mound. The Mound's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with Scotland as a whole. There is no orthodontist on our records in The Mound itself. The nearest we do hold are ADC GOLSPIE PRACTICE, about 4 miles away; DORNOCH DENTAL SURGERY, about 6 miles away; and TAIN DENTAL CARE, about 10 miles away. Case complexity — not just preference — is usually what determines whether aligners or fixed braces are recommended.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in The Mound
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in The Mound helps you ask the right questions. Knowing what happens at each step — and roughly how long it takes — removes most of the uncertainty. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.
Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
Every case in The Mound follows broadly the same arc; knowing the stages in advance makes the whole thing feel far more manageable.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around The Mound. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around The Mound
These local links are here for anyone comparing The Mound, Highland against nearby alternatives. You can keep exploring with related pages for Torboll, Ardshave, Little Torboll, Achavandra Muir, Balvraid, and Skelbo.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in The Mound
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in The Mound often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to The Mound?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to The Mound is ADC GOLSPIE PRACTICE, about 3.8 miles to the east. The next closest are DORNOCH DENTAL SURGERY (5.7 miles) and TAIN DENTAL CARE (10.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near The Mound?
Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of The Mound, 2 practices within 10 miles and 6 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near The Mound?
The nearest practice to The Mound that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is ADC GOLSPIE PRACTICE, about 3.8 miles to the east. Others nearby include DORNOCH DENTAL SURGERY (5.7 miles) and TAIN DENTAL CARE (10.4 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in The Mound, Highland?
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 Mound, Highland?
Yes. A case-specific comparison is more useful than a general one, and an online assessment can provide that.