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Orthodontic practices near Woodend

On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of Woodend, 44 practices within 10 and 75 practices within 20. The closest is T/A MINT DENTAL CARE KINGSEAT in Newmacher, 2.4 miles south-east.

PracticeDistanceNHSBracesAlignersGoogle rating
T/A MINT DENTAL CARE KINGSEATNewmacher2.4 miles south-east✓–––
DYCE DENTAL PRACTICEDyce5.4 miles south✓–––
OLDMELDRUM DENTAL PRACTICEOldmeldrum5.7 miles north-west✓–––
GARIOCH DENTAL PRACTICEInverurie6.1 miles west✓–––
INVERURIE DENTAL PRACTICEInverurie6.1 miles west✓–––
INVERURIE SMILE CAREInverurie6.1 miles west✓–––
KINTORE DENTAL PRACTICEKintore6.3 miles south-west✓–––
INVERURIE DENTAL CAREInverurie6.4 miles west✓–––

✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.

Nearest places to Woodend with orthodontic practices

The closest town with orthodontic practices is Newmacher, 2.4 miles south-east; the next are Dyce (5.4 miles south) and Oldmeldrum (5.7 miles north-west).

PlacePracticesNearest
Newmacher12.4 miles south-east
Dyce35.4 miles south
Oldmeldrum15.7 miles north-west
Inverurie46.1 miles west
Kintore16.3 miles south-west
Ellon27.6 miles north-east

Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.

Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Woodend

Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Mastrick Smile Care in Aberdeen (4.9 from 213 reviews), 8.8 miles south.

PracticeGoogle ratingDistance
Mastrick Smile CareAberdeen4.9 (213 reviews)8.8 miles south
Old Machar Dental and Implant Centre | Invisalign and Emergency Dentist AberdeenDyce4.8 (191 reviews)6.9 miles south-east
Bridge of Don Dental & Aesthetic ClinicBridge of Don4.8 (176 reviews)8.4 miles south-east
Old Town Dental Care - Invisalign, Dentist in AberdeenAberdeen4.7 (288 reviews)9.2 miles south-east

Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.

Woodend at a Glance

NationScotland
Council areaAberdeenshire
NHS dental servicesNHS Grampian
NHS orthodontic chargesFree under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384
Area type (ONS)Accessible Rural
DeprivationLess deprived than most of Scotland
Practices within 5 miles1 practice
Access within Aberdeenshire133rd closest to an orthodontic practice of 487 places in the county (the county median is 4.3 miles)
Nearest practice compared2.4 miles away, closer than 63% of towns in Scotland
Nearest university dental hospitalAberdeen Dental School, Aberdeen — 9 miles
Nearest orthodontic practicesT/A MINT DENTAL CARE KINGSEAT, Newmacher — 2 miles
DYCE DENTAL PRACTICE, Dyce — 5 miles
OLDMELDRUM DENTAL PRACTICE, Oldmeldrum — 6 miles
Practices within 10 and 20 miles44 within 10 miles, 75 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 Woodend

Woodend is 2.4 miles from T/A MINT DENTAL CARE KINGSEAT in Newmacher, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 44 practices, and within 20 there are 75.

Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Bridge of Don Dental & Aesthetic Clinic (8.4 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 5 of the practices around Woodend list clear aligners, the nearest 6.9 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 Woodend are commissioned by NHS Grampian; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is T/A MINT DENTAL CARE KINGSEAT in Newmacher, 2.4 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Aberdeen Dental School in Aberdeen, about 9 miles away.

Orthodontic Treatment In Woodend

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Orthodontist in Woodend: Before booking anything in Woodend, this page gives a practical overview of treatment types, cost factors, and next steps. It also gives context for people comparing options from other towns in Aberdeenshire.

Woodend at a glance

Just around 2 km south-east, Newmacher is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.

Practice data for Woodend

No orthodontic practice is recorded in Woodend. The closest on record are T/A MINT DENTAL CARE KINGSEAT in Newmacher, about 2 miles away; DYCE DENTAL PRACTICE, about 5 miles away; and OLDMELDRUM DENTAL PRACTICE, about 6 miles away.

The local picture in Woodend

Officially, Woodend is categorised as accessible Rural. Woodend sits within NHS Grampian for NHS dental commissioning. Woodend falls in a less deprived area than most of Scotland. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Woodend is about 9 miles from Aberdeen Dental School in Aberdeen.

Compare nearby areas

Pages for Newmacher, Pinkie, Whiterashes, Lower Rannieshill, Kinmundy, and Pittrichie follow the same format and can help with wider comparisons.

The Orthodontic Journey in Woodend

Orthodontic treatment in Woodend is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.

What to Ask Before You Commit in Woodend

  • Why this treatment specifically, and what alternatives were considered?
  • What's the realistic timeline for a case like mine?
  • Does the quoted fee cover retainers, refinements and emergency visits, or are those extra?
  • What happens to the price if treatment runs longer than planned?
  • What retainer will I be given, and for how long am I expected to wear it?
  • Is a payment plan available, and on what terms?

Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Woodend

What's available in Woodend depends on the practice, so it's worth checking directly what each one offers. Woodend — accessible Rural by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Grampian for NHS dentistry. By national deprivation ranking, Woodend sits among the less deprived areas of Scotland. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Woodend is about 9 miles from Aberdeen Dental School in Aberdeen. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.

Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Woodend

The orthodontic landscape in Woodend offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.

Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Woodend

Every mainstream option is available to patients in Woodend — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.

This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Woodend. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.

Frequently Asked Questions in Woodend

Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Woodend often want to know before getting started.

Where is the nearest orthodontist to Woodend?

On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Woodend is T/A MINT DENTAL CARE KINGSEAT in Newmacher, about 2.4 miles to the south-east. The next closest are DYCE DENTAL PRACTICE (5.4 miles) and OLDMELDRUM DENTAL PRACTICE (5.7 miles).

How many orthodontic practices are near Woodend?

Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of Woodend, 44 practices within 10 miles and 75 practices within 20 miles.

Is there an NHS orthodontist near Woodend?

The nearest practice to Woodend that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is T/A MINT DENTAL CARE KINGSEAT in Newmacher, about 2.4 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include DYCE DENTAL PRACTICE (5.4 miles) and OLDMELDRUM DENTAL PRACTICE (5.7 miles).

How do I start orthodontic treatment in Woodend, Aberdeenshire?

Most patients start by uploading photos rather than booking a first consultation blind, which helps set expectations early.

Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Woodend, Aberdeenshire?

Yes. A review of your photos and concerns can help show whether braces or clear aligners may be the better route.

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TitleWoodend, Aberdeenshire Teeth Straightening
PublisherVirtual Consultant Online
Published1 June 2022
Modified11 October 2026
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