Orthodontic practices near Thornville Terrace
On our practice register: 108 practices within 5 miles of Thornville Terrace, 149 practices within 10 and 237 practices within 20. The closest is 6 EAST HERMITAGE PLACE in Edinburgh, 0.1 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 EAST HERMITAGE PLACEEdinburgh | 0.1 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| NEWKIRKGATE DENTAL CAREEdinburgh | 0.5 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| 83 LEITH WALKEdinburgh | 0.5 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| (MY) DENTISTEdinburgh | 0.7 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| GREAT JUNCTION DENTAL PRACTICEEdinburgh | 0.7 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| BARRON DENTALEdinburgh | 0.8 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| 8 PILRIG STREETEdinburgh | 0.8 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| MEADOWBANK DENTAL PRACTICEEdinburgh | 0.9 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Thornville Terrace
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is The Row Dental Edinburgh (5.0 from 346 reviews), 1.5 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Row Dental EdinburghEdinburgh | 5.0 (346 reviews) | 1.5 miles south-west |
| Abbeymount Dental CareEdinburgh | 4.9 (254 reviews) | 1.0 miles south-west |
| Ocean Orthodontic ClinicEdinburgh | 4.9 (238 reviews) | 1.0 miles north-west |
| Cherrybank Dental SpaEdinburgh | 4.8 (419 reviews) | 1.8 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Thornville Terrace 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 | 104 practices, more than 95% of towns in Scotland |
| Access within City of Edinburgh | 3rd closest to an orthodontic practice of 118 places in the county (the county median is 0.4 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.1 miles away, closer than 97% of towns in Scotland |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Dundee Dental Hospital, Dundee — 34 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | 6 EAST HERMITAGE PLACE, Edinburgh — under a mile MY DENTIST, Musselburgh — 2 miles 2 SOUTHFIELD LOAN, Danderhall — 2 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 149 within 10 miles, 237 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 Thornville Terrace
Thornville Terrace has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: 6 EAST HERMITAGE PLACE in Edinburgh is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 149 practices, and within 20 there are 237.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Scottish Orthodontics Carluke (1.4 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 5 of the practices around Thornville Terrace list clear aligners, the nearest 1 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 Thornville Terrace are commissioned by NHS Lothian; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is 6 EAST HERMITAGE PLACE in Edinburgh, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee, about 34 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Thornville Terrace
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Orthodontist in Thornville Terrace: This page is built to support early-stage orthodontic research for people looking at treatment options in Thornville Terrace. It can also help if you are comparing treatment across nearby parts of City of Edinburgh.
Local snapshot of Thornville Terrace
Leith is the closest neighbouring location page, under 1 km west of Thornville Terrace.
Widen your local search
If you are comparing a wider local area, you can also browse nearby orthodontic location pages such as Leith, Abbeyhill, Restalrig, South Leith, Pilrig, and Craigentinny.
Area profile for Thornville Terrace
Thornville Terrace — large Urban Areas by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Lothian for NHS dentistry. With 104 orthodontic practices within five miles, Thornville Terrace is better served than 95% of towns in Scotland. By national deprivation ranking, Thornville Terrace sits among the less deprived areas of Scotland. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Thornville Terrace is Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee, about 34 miles away.
Local treatment availability around Thornville Terrace
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Thornville Terrace itself. The closest on record are 6 EAST HERMITAGE PLACE in Edinburgh, under a mile away; MY DENTIST in Musselburgh, about 2 miles away; and 2 SOUTHFIELD LOAN in Danderhall, about 2 miles away.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Thornville Terrace
Starting orthodontic treatment in Thornville Terrace can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
From First Photo to Finished Smile in Thornville Terrace
Every case in Thornville Terrace follows broadly the same arc; knowing the stages in advance makes the whole thing feel far more manageable.
Orthodontic Treatments in Thornville Terrace
The orthodontic landscape in Thornville Terrace offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs.
Treatment Options in Thornville Terrace — Local Context
Appointment availability and the range of treatments on offer both vary practice to practice around Thornville Terrace. Thornville Terrace is classified as large Urban Areas. NHS dental commissioning in Thornville Terrace falls under NHS Lothian. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (104), Thornville Terrace has more choice than 95% of towns in Scotland. By national deprivation ranking, Thornville Terrace sits among the less deprived areas of Scotland. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Thornville Terrace is about 34 miles from Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee. There is no orthodontist on our records in Thornville Terrace itself. The nearest we do hold are 6 EAST HERMITAGE PLACE in Edinburgh, under a mile away; MY DENTIST in Musselburgh, about 2 miles away; and 2 SOUTHFIELD LOAN in Danderhall, about 2 miles away. Whether aligners or fixed braces are recommended usually comes down to case complexity rather than personal preference alone.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Thornville Terrace. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Thornville Terrace
If Thornville Terrace, City of Edinburgh is just one of several areas you're considering, this section can help with the rest. Related nearby location pages such as Leith, Abbeyhill, Restalrig, South Leith, Pilrig, and Craigentinny can help you compare a wider local area.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Thornville Terrace
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Thornville Terrace often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Thornville Terrace?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Thornville Terrace is 6 EAST HERMITAGE PLACE in Edinburgh, about 0.1 miles to the west. The next closest are NEWKIRKGATE DENTAL CARE (0.5 miles) and 83 LEITH WALK (0.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Thornville Terrace?
Our register has 108 practices within 5 miles of Thornville Terrace, 149 practices within 10 miles and 237 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Thornville Terrace?
The nearest practice to Thornville Terrace that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is 6 EAST HERMITAGE PLACE in Edinburgh, about 0.1 miles to the west. Others nearby include NEWKIRKGATE DENTAL CARE (0.5 miles) and 83 LEITH WALK (0.5 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Thornville Terrace, City of Edinburgh?
Starting with guided photos helps turn general research into a clearer next step reviewed by a clinician.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Thornville Terrace, City of Edinburgh?
Yes. A review of your photos and concerns can help show whether braces or clear aligners may be the better route.