Orthodontic practices near AB12
On our practice register: 48 practices within 5 miles of AB12, 61 practices within 10 and 77 practices within 20. The closest is Cove Dental & Implant Centre | Private & Nhs Dentist Aberdeen, 1.2 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cove Dental & Implant Centre | Private & Nhs Dentist AberdeenAberdeen | 1.2 miles east | – | – | – | 4.1 (88 reviews) |
| COVE BAY DENTALCove | 1.2 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| KINCORTH DENTAL PRACTICEAberdeen | 1.4 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| HOLBURN DENTAL CAREAberdeen | 1.6 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Holburn Dental and Implant CentreAberdeen | 1.7 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.5 (219 reviews) |
| MYDENTISTCults | 2.3 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| WEST END DENTALAberdeen | 2.4 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| GRANITE CITY CLINICAberdeen | 2.5 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to AB12 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Aberdeen, 1.2 miles east; the next are Cove (1.2 miles east) and Cults (2.3 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 AB12
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Holburn Dental and Implant Centre in Aberdeen (4.5 from 219 reviews), 1.7 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Holburn Dental and Implant CentreAberdeen | 4.5 (219 reviews) | 1.7 miles north |
| Cove Dental & Implant Centre | Private & Nhs Dentist AberdeenAberdeen | 4.1 (88 reviews) | 1.2 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from AB12
AB12 is 1.2 miles from Cove Dental & Implant Centre | Private & Nhs Dentist Aberdeen, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 61 practices, and within 20 there are 77.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: 1 of the practices around AB12 list clear aligners, the nearest 1.7 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around AB12 are commissioned by NHS Grampian; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is COVE BAY DENTAL, 1.2 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Aberdeen Dental School in Aberdeen, about 4 miles away.
AB12 at a Glance
| Nation | Scotland |
|---|---|
| Council area | Aberdeen City |
| NHS dental services | NHS Grampian |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384 |
| Area type (ONS) | Large Urban Areas |
| Deprivation | Around the Scotland average |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Aberdeen Dental School, Aberdeen — 4 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Cove Dental & Implant Centre | Private & Nhs Dentist Aberdeen, Aberdeen — 1 miles COVE BAY DENTAL, Cove — 1 miles MYDENTIST, Cults — 2 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 61 within 10 miles, 77 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | AB99, AB10, AB11, AB25, AB24, AB15, AB16, AB22 |
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.
Braces and aligners in the AB12 area
Patients in the AB12 area tend to weigh up braces versus aligners, cost, and whether a clinic visit is needed first. It bridges a general search and a specific decision about where and how to start.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for AB12 is Kincorth.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near AB12
Where is the nearest orthodontist to AB12?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to AB12 is Cove Dental & Implant Centre | Private & Nhs Dentist Aberdeen, about 1.2 miles to the east. The next closest are COVE BAY DENTAL (1.2 miles) and KINCORTH DENTAL PRACTICE (1.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near AB12?
Our register has 48 practices within 5 miles of AB12, 61 practices within 10 miles and 77 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near AB12?
The nearest practice to AB12 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is COVE BAY DENTAL, about 1.2 miles to the east. Others nearby include KINCORTH DENTAL PRACTICE (1.4 miles) and HOLBURN DENTAL CARE (1.6 miles).
Which places are in or near the AB12 postcode district?
Places in or next to AB12 include Kincorth, Marywell, Redmoss, Ruthrieston, Garthdee, Kaimhill, Cove and Portlethen.
How do I find an orthodontist near the AB12 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Kincorth, Aberdeen City, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
Can I use Virtual Consultant Online if I live near AB12?
Yes — the online assessment is available to patients across the UK, including Kincorth, Aberdeen City, subject to clinical suitability.
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.