Retainers in Touch at a Glance
| Nearest practice listing retainers | Dentistry @ No 3, Dunfermline — 1.6 miles; 2 within 10 miles |
|---|---|
| Nearest practice with emergency care | None within 30 miles on our register |
| Nearest practice open evenings or weekends | Comely Park Dental Practice Dentist Dunfermline, Dunfermline — 1.5 miles; 2 within 10 miles |
| Practices on our register | 27 within 5 miles, 53 within 10, 271 within 20 |
| Area type (ONS) | Other Urban Areas |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of Scotland |
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 near Touch listing retainers
On our practice register: 27 practices within 5 miles of Touch, 53 practices within 10 and 271 practices within 20. The closest is BLACK AND BROWN DENTAL in Crossgates, 0.6 miles east. The nearest listing retainers is Dentistry @ No 3, 1.6 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | Retainers | Emergency care | Evenings or weekends | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dentistry @ No 3Dunfermline | 1.6 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (579 reviews) |
| M-Brace OrthodonticsDunfermline | 1.7 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | 4.6 (19 reviews) |
✓ 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 Touch
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Dentistry @ No 3 in Dunfermline (4.9 from 579 reviews), 1.6 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dentistry @ No 3Dunfermline | 4.9 (579 reviews) | 1.6 miles south-west |
| M-Brace OrthodonticsDunfermline | 4.6 (19 reviews) | 1.7 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Retainers near Touch
| What you may need | Look for | Nearest listing it | Next nearest | Within 20 miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Retainers | retainers | Dentistry @ No 3, Dunfermline (1.6 miles) | M-Brace Orthodontics (1.7 miles) | 2 |
| Urgent repairs | emergency care | not mentioned nearby | none other | 0 |
| Visits outside working hours | evening or weekend opening | Comely Park Dental Practice Dentist Dunfermline (1.5 miles) | Dentistry @ No 3 (1.6 miles) | 2 |
| A fresh scan for a new retainer | digital scanning | M-Brace Orthodontics, Dunfermline (1.7 miles) | Rosyth Dental Care (2.8 miles) | 2 |
Built from what each practice's own published information mentions, so a missing entry means not mentioned, which does not mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Retainers are the final — and permanent — phase of any orthodontic treatment. Relapse begins quickly once active treatment stops, which is why retention never truly ends. Practices across Touch usually supply both a fixed wire and a removable tray for belt-and-braces protection.
Retainer Replacement and Emergency Care in Touch
Removable Essix retainers typically last one to three years before wear, warping or cracking calls for replacement, at roughly £80–£150 per arch. Hawley retainers are tougher and can last five to ten years; fixed wires last for years but can debond from a single tooth.
Treat a lost or broken retainer as time-sensitive. Any orthodontic practice in Touch can help, and catching a problem early is always far cheaper than dealing with relapse later.
Retainer Services in Touch
What's available in Touch depends on the practice, so it's worth checking directly what each one offers. Touch — other Urban Areas by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Fife for NHS dentistry. Touch has 27 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 88% of towns in Scotland. By national deprivation ranking, Touch sits among the less deprived areas of Scotland. The nearest university dental hospital to Touch is Dundee Dental Hospital, Dundee, about 31 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. See local practice availability in Touch → They typically offer retainer fitting, replacement, and emergency repair appointments.
Private replacement Essix retainers (per arch) costs in Touch generally sit between £80 and £150. Most practices can fabricate a replacement from a new scan or impression within a few working days. If you have moved away from your original treating practice, any orthodontic or dental practice in Touch can usually provide replacement retainers.
Retainer Options in Touch
Fixed (bonded) retainers are thin wires bonded behind the front teeth — usually the lower six, sometimes the upper too. They're permanent, invisible from the front, and need no daily effort, though they require careful cleaning with floss threaders to keep the gum healthy.
Essix retainers look just like a clear aligner and are the most common removable choice after aligner treatment. Discreet and easy, but treat them gently with heat and expect a replacement every couple of years.
Hawley retainers use an acrylic plate with a wire across the front teeth. Sturdier and repairable, they last far longer than clear trays at the cost of being more noticeable.
Many orthodontists in Touch now provide both a fixed wire for continuous protection and a removable Essix tray for overnight use, combining the strengths of each.
Orthodontic Aftercare in Touch
Finishing active treatment is the start of retention, not the finish line. The best clinical outcome can be lost within months if retention is neglected. Understanding the aftercare process helps you make the most of your investment.
Aftercare Services in Touch
Treatment range and appointment slots differ between the practices covering Touch — comparing a couple is worthwhile. ONS classifies Touch as other Urban Areas. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Fife. Touch has 27 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 88% of towns in Scotland. National deprivation data ranks Touch among Scotland's less deprived areas. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Touch is Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee, about 31 miles away. They typically offer post-treatment services including retainer fitting, replacement, and professional whitening.
Frequently Asked Questions — Retainers in Touch
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Touch?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Touch is BLACK AND BROWN DENTAL in Crossgates, about 0.6 miles to the east. The next closest are LINBURN DENTAL PRACTICE (1.0 miles) and DENTISTRY@CENTURY HOUSE (1.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Touch?
Our register has 27 practices within 5 miles of Touch, 53 practices within 10 miles and 271 practices within 20 miles.
Where can I get a retainer near Touch?
The nearest practice to Touch that lists retainers is Dentistry @ No 3 in Dunfermline, about 1.6 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include M-Brace Orthodontics (1.7 miles).
Which NHS body covers Touch for dental care?
Touch sits within NHS Fife for NHS dental commissioning.
What kind of area is Touch?
By ONS classification, Touch falls under other Urban Areas.
How deprived is Touch compared with the rest of Scotland?
By the national deprivation index, Touch is less deprived than most of Scotland. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
What towns are near Touch?
Bowershall, Kingseat, Castleblair Park are within easy reach of Touch.
Do I always need a retainer after braces?
Yes, without exception — teeth drift back toward where they started without one. How fast varies person to person, but nobody is exempt from needing retention.
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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