About This Practice
WEST SIDE DENTAL CARE is an orthodontic practice in Colinton. Other practices nearby include 1/2 HAILESLAND GARDENS in Colinton (under a mile away), SIGHTHILL HEALTH CENTRE in Colinton (under a mile away), and 577 LANARK ROAD in Currie (under a mile away). This listing is compiled from the Public Health Scotland (Scotland) register. The practice address is UNITS 1-3 WESTSIDE PLAZA, EDINBURGH, postcode EH142SW. The practice offers NHS Braces. This is one of 15 practices on our Colinton register. This practice offers NHS-funded orthodontic treatment, subject to eligibility.
WEST SIDE DENTAL CARE at a Glance
| Address | UNITS 1-3 WESTSIDE PLAZA, EDINBURGH, Colinton, EH142SW |
|---|---|
| Nation | Scotland |
| NHS dental services | NHS Lothian |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384 |
| Funding listed | NHS |
| Treatments listed | NHS Braces |
| Nearest other orthodontist | 1/2 HAILESLAND GARDENS, Colinton — under a mile |
| Details last checked | May 2026 |
Around WEST SIDE DENTAL CARE
Patients here can choose from 29 other orthodontic practices within three miles. For hospital orthodontic referrals the nearest university dental hospital is Glasgow Dental Hospital, Glasgow, about 38 miles away.
| Other orthodontists within 3 miles | 29 (28 offer NHS, 2 list clear aligners, 1 list fixed braces) |
|---|---|
| Nearest university dental hospital | Glasgow Dental Hospital, Glasgow (about 38 miles) |
NHS Orthodontics in Colinton
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.
NHS dental services in this area are commissioned by NHS Lothian.
WEST SIDE DENTAL CARE is listed as offering NHS treatment, subject to eligibility.
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Nearby Orthodontists
The 6 practices closest to WEST SIDE DENTAL CARE on our register: 6 list NHS orthodontics, 0 list clear aligners and 0 list fixed braces. The nearest is 1/2 HAILESLAND GARDENS, under a mile away.
| Practice | From WEST SIDE DENTAL CARE | NHS | Private | Aligners | Braces | Also lists | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/2 HAILESLAND GARDENS, Colinton | under a mile north-east | ✓ | – | – | – | – | – |
| SIGHTHILL HEALTH CENTRE, Colinton | under a mile north | ✓ | – | – | – | – | – |
| 577 LANARK ROAD, Currie | under a mile south | ✓ | – | – | – | – | – |
| 21 BRIDGE ROAD, Colinton | 1.2 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – | – | – |
| HMP EDINBURGH, Colinton | 1.2 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – | – | – |
| CORSTORPHINE DENTAL CARE, Colinton | 1.5 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – | – | – |
Location
Map — City of Edinburgh EH142SW
Practice information is compiled from official public sources and practice websites. CQC records are acknowledged under the Open Government Licence where applicable. This listing is informational and is not a clinical endorsement.