Orthodontic practices near Willowbrae
On our practice register: 110 practices within 5 miles of Willowbrae, 149 practices within 10 and 235 practices within 20. The closest is MEADOWBANK DENTAL PRACTICE in Edinburgh, 0.8 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MEADOWBANK DENTAL PRACTICEEdinburgh | 0.8 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Holyrood Dental CareEdinburgh | 1.0 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.6 (154 reviews) |
| 100-102 EASTER ROADEdinburgh | 1.0 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| DENTAL SURGERY 2Edinburgh | 1.0 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Abbeymount Dental CareEdinburgh | 1.0 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.9 (254 reviews) |
| 2 SOUTHFIELD LOANDanderhall | 1.1 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| MONTGOMERY STREET DENTAL CAREEdinburgh | 1.2 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| 1 PARKSIDE TERRACEEdinburgh | 1.2 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Willowbrae with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Edinburgh, 0.8 miles north-west; the next are Danderhall (1.1 miles south-east) and Musselburgh (1.5 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Edinburgh | 24 | 0.8 miles north-west |
| Danderhall | 3 | 1.1 miles south-east |
| Musselburgh | 3 | 1.5 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Willowbrae
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), 1.7 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Row Dental EdinburghEdinburgh | 5.0 (346 reviews) | 1.7 miles west |
| Edinburgh DentalEdinburgh | 4.9 (806 reviews) | 1.6 miles south-west |
| Abbeymount Dental CareEdinburgh | 4.9 (254 reviews) | 1.0 miles north-west |
| Holyrood Dental CareEdinburgh | 4.6 (154 reviews) | 1.0 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Willowbrae 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 | 110 practices, more than 96% of towns in Scotland |
| Access within City of Edinburgh | 97th closest to an orthodontic practice of 118 places in the county (the county median is 0.4 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.8 miles away, closer than 79% of towns in Scotland |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Dundee Dental Hospital, Dundee — 36 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | MEADOWBANK DENTAL PRACTICE, Edinburgh — under a mile 2 SOUTHFIELD LOAN, Danderhall — 1 miles MY DENTIST, Musselburgh — 2 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 149 within 10 miles, 235 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 Willowbrae
The nearest practice to Willowbrae is MEADOWBANK DENTAL PRACTICE in Edinburgh, under a mile away, close enough that the many short appointments in a course of treatment are rarely a burden. Within 10 miles there are 149 practices, and within 20 there are 235.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Scottish Orthodontics Carluke (1.7 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 3 of the practices around Willowbrae list clear aligners, the nearest 1 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Willowbrae are commissioned by NHS Lothian; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is MEADOWBANK DENTAL PRACTICE in Edinburgh, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee, about 36 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Willowbrae
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Orthodontist in Willowbrae: If your search for orthodontic treatment in Willowbrae keeps returning generic directory listings, this page is meant to be more useful. The information here applies just as well to nearby parts of City of Edinburgh.
Willowbrae at a glance
The nearest other location we cover is Restalrig, around 1 km to the north.
What official data says about Willowbrae
Willowbrae — large Urban Areas by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Lothian for NHS dentistry. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (110), Willowbrae has more choice than 96% of towns in Scotland. Willowbrae falls in a less deprived area than most of Scotland. The nearest university dental hospital to Willowbrae is Dundee Dental Hospital, Dundee, about 36 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Continue your local research
You can continue browsing related location pages including Restalrig, Craigentinny, Piershill, Abbeyhill, Craigmillar, and Duddingston if you want to compare orthodontic options across a wider local area.
Useful local orthodontic context for Willowbrae
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Willowbrae itself. The nearest we do hold are MEADOWBANK DENTAL PRACTICE in Edinburgh, under a mile away; 2 SOUTHFIELD LOAN in Danderhall, about a mile away; and MY DENTIST in Musselburgh, about 2 miles away.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Willowbrae
The orthodontic landscape in Willowbrae offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.
Treatment Options in Willowbrae — Local Context
What's available in Willowbrae depends on the practice, so it's worth checking directly what each one offers. Officially, Willowbrae is categorised as large Urban Areas. For NHS dental services, Willowbrae falls under NHS Lothian. Willowbrae has 110 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 96% of towns in Scotland. Willowbrae falls in a less deprived area than most of Scotland. The nearest university dental hospital to Willowbrae is Dundee Dental Hospital, Dundee, about 36 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Willowbrae itself. The nearest recorded are MEADOWBANK DENTAL PRACTICE in Edinburgh, under a mile away; 2 SOUTHFIELD LOAN in Danderhall, about a mile away; and MY DENTIST in Musselburgh, about 2 miles away. Mild-to-moderate crowding or spacing is often suitable for clear aligners, while more complex cases are more commonly recommended fixed braces.
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Willowbrae
Orthodontic treatment in Willowbrae is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Willowbrae
Practices serving Willowbrae differ in what they offer, from brace type to appointment availability. Willowbrae is classified as large Urban Areas, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Lothian. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (110), Willowbrae has more choice than 96% of towns in Scotland. Willowbrae's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of Scotland. The nearest university dental hospital to Willowbrae is Dundee Dental Hospital, Dundee, about 36 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Willowbrae. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Willowbrae
This part of the page places Willowbrae, City of Edinburgh in context alongside the towns and areas around it. Related nearby location pages such as Restalrig, Craigentinny, Piershill, Abbeyhill, Craigmillar, and Duddingston can help you compare a wider local area.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Willowbrae
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Willowbrae often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Willowbrae?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Willowbrae is MEADOWBANK DENTAL PRACTICE in Edinburgh, about 0.8 miles to the north-west. The next closest are Holyrood Dental Care (1.0 miles) and 100-102 EASTER ROAD (1.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Willowbrae?
Our register has 110 practices within 5 miles of Willowbrae, 149 practices within 10 miles and 235 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Willowbrae?
The nearest practice to Willowbrae that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is MEADOWBANK DENTAL PRACTICE in Edinburgh, about 0.8 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include Holyrood Dental Care (1.0 miles) and 100-102 EASTER ROAD (1.0 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Willowbrae, 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 Willowbrae, City of Edinburgh?
Yes. Comparing the two properly usually means having someone assess your bite and alignment first.