NHS Treatment in Whigstreet at a Glance
| NHS dental services | NHS Tayside |
|---|---|
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384 |
| Deprivation | Around the Scotland average |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | HIGH STREET DENTAL PRACTICE, Forfar — 4.2 miles; 28 within 10 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Dundee Dental Hospital, Dundee — about 10 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Accessible Rural |
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 listing NHS orthodontics near Whigstreet
On our practice register: 3 practices within 5 miles of Whigstreet, 32 practices within 10 and 67 practices within 20. The closest is HIGH STREET DENTAL PRACTICE in Forfar, 4.2 miles north-west. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is HIGH STREET DENTAL PRACTICE, 4.2 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HIGH STREET DENTAL PRACTICEForfar | 4.2 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – |
| FORFAR DENTAL CAREForfar | 4.3 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – |
| CASTLE STREET DENTALForfar | 4.3 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – |
| PANMURE DENTAL CAREMonifieth | 7.4 miles south | ✓ | – | – |
| Oris Dental & Implant StudioMonifieth | 7.5 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (87 reviews) |
| WHITFIELD DENTAL CAREDundee | 7.5 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Whigstreet with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Forfar, 4.2 miles north-west; the next are Monifieth (7.4 miles south) and Dundee (7.5 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Forfar | 3 | 4.2 miles north-west |
| Monifieth | 4 | 7.4 miles south |
| Dundee | 12 | 7.5 miles south-west |
| Carnoustie | 2 | 7.6 miles south-east |
| Tayport | 4 | 8.6 miles south |
| Kirriemuir | 1 | 8.7 miles north-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Whigstreet
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Perla Orthodontics in Tayport (4.7 from 13 reviews), 8.7 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Perla OrthodonticsTayport | 4.7 (13 reviews) | 8.7 miles south |
| Oris Dental & Implant StudioMonifieth | 4.6 (87 reviews) | 7.5 miles south |
| Kingsway Dental PracticeDundee | 3.2 (14 reviews) | 8.6 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Whigstreet, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Bupa Dental Care, 30.4 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is HIGH STREET DENTAL PRACTICE, Forfar, 4.2 miles away. Referrals go to a practice with an NHS contract. |
| 3. The hospital for complex cases | The nearest university dental hospital is Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee, about 10 miles away. |
| 4. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Whigstreet are commissioned by NHS Tayside. |
NHS orthodontics is free for eligible under-18s and is reached by referral. Distances are straight-line.
For families in Whigstreet, the NHS pathway offers a subsidised route to fixed braces for eligible children. It's free for eligible under-18s and aimed primarily at children and teenagers with significant malocclusion. Knowing what the NHS can and cannot provide makes the NHS-versus-private decision clearer.
NHS Waiting Times in Whigstreet
NHS orthodontic waiting times in Angus vary and can range from 12 to 36 months from referral to treatment starting. For families where timing is important — particularly approaching the optimal treatment age — private orthodontics eliminates the wait entirely and typically begins within a few weeks of consultation.
NHS Orthodontic Costs in Whigstreet
An NHS course covers the entire treatment: appointments, the brace, adjustments, de-bonding and retainers.
Going private for the same metal braces in Whigstreet costs roughly £1,500–£3,500; you're paying for immediate access and appliance choice rather than a better clinical result.
NHS Orthodontic Access in Whigstreet
In Scotland, NHS dental treatment — including clinically necessary orthodontics — is free for everyone under 26. Adults aged 26 and over who qualify pay 80% of the NHS fee, capped at £384 for a course of treatment. Waiting times for NHS orthodontic treatment in Angus differ considerably between practices and can change over time.
Appointment availability and the range of treatments on offer both vary practice to practice around Whigstreet. Whigstreet sits close to the Scotland average for deprivation. The nearest university dental hospital to Whigstreet is Dundee Dental Hospital, Dundee, about 10 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. Whigstreet sits within NHS Tayside for NHS dental commissioning. ONS classifies Whigstreet as accessible Rural. With 3 orthodontic practices within five miles, Whigstreet is better served than 63% of towns in Scotland. No orthodontic practice is recorded in Whigstreet. The nearest recorded are HIGH STREET DENTAL PRACTICE in Forfar, about 4 miles away; PANMURE DENTAL CARE in Monifieth, about 7 miles away; and WHITFIELD DENTAL CARE in Dundee, about 8 miles away. NHS capacity is limited — practices often have closed lists for new NHS patients, which is why private treatment is the realistic route for many adults and for those who cannot wait.
Kids' Braces & Interceptive Treatment in Whigstreet
Orthodontic problems in children are often best identified early. The aim is to monitor development and intervene at the right time, not to begin treatment immediately. This guide explains the age-7 assessment, interceptive options and NHS access for children.
Children's Orthodontics in Whigstreet — Local Context
Appointment availability and the range of treatments on offer both vary practice to practice around Whigstreet. Classified by ONS as accessible Rural, Whigstreet sits within NHS Tayside for NHS dental commissioning. By national deprivation ranking, Whigstreet is roughly mid-table for Scotland. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (3), Whigstreet has more choice than 63% of towns in Scotland. The nearest university dental hospital to Whigstreet is Dundee Dental Hospital, Dundee, about 10 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. They typically offer children's assessments and NHS-funded treatment for eligible patients.
Orthodontic Eligibility in Whigstreet
Eligibility for NHS braces is decided by a clinical scoring system, not by appearance alone. Even visibly crooked teeth may score below the threshold, which is why understanding IOTN matters. This guide explains how IOTN works, who qualifies, and what private options exist if you don't.
What Is IOTN?
NHS eligibility is decided by the IOTN — a two-part clinical index applied consistently by orthodontists throughout Angus.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Whigstreet
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Whigstreet?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Whigstreet is HIGH STREET DENTAL PRACTICE in Forfar, about 4.2 miles to the north-west. The next closest are FORFAR DENTAL CARE (4.3 miles) and CASTLE STREET DENTAL (4.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Whigstreet?
Our register has 3 practices within 5 miles of Whigstreet, 32 practices within 10 miles and 67 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Whigstreet?
The nearest practice to Whigstreet that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is HIGH STREET DENTAL PRACTICE in Forfar, about 4.2 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include FORFAR DENTAL CARE (4.3 miles) and CASTLE STREET DENTAL (4.3 miles).
Who commissions NHS dentistry in Whigstreet?
NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Tayside.
What kind of area is Whigstreet?
ONS classifies Whigstreet as accessible Rural.
How deprived is Whigstreet compared with the rest of Scotland?
By the national deprivation index, Whigstreet is close to the Scotland average for deprivation. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
Which towns are close to Whigstreet?
Kingsmuir, Caldhame, Bowriefauld are within easy reach of Whigstreet.
What type of brace does the NHS provide?
NHS braces are almost always metal fixed braces. Ceramic, lingual, or clear aligner treatment is not available on the NHS. If you want a less visible option, private orthodontics is required.
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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