Orthodontic practices near AB36
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of AB36; 5 practices within 20. The closest is FOUNTAIN DENTAL GROUP-ABOYNE, 13.8 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FOUNTAIN DENTAL GROUP-ABOYNEAboyne | 13.8 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Young Smile Dental CareBridge of Alford | 13.9 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (319 reviews) |
| SPEYSIDE DENTAL CLINICCharlestown of Aberlour | 19.7 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| DEVERON DENTALHuntly | 19.8 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Deveron Dental Centre, HuntlyHuntly | 19.9 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (160 reviews) |
| HUNTLY DENTAL PRACTICEHuntly | 20.3 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Blairdaff DentalBograxie | 21.6 miles east | – | – | – | 4.9 (29 reviews) |
| YOUR PERFECT SMILE DENTAL CLINICGrantown on Spey | 22.1 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to AB36 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Aboyne, 13.8 miles south-east; the next are Bridge of Alford (13.9 miles east) and Charlestown of Aberlour (19.7 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Aboyne | 1 | 13.8 miles south-east |
| Bridge of Alford | 1 | 13.9 miles east |
| Charlestown of Aberlour | 1 | 19.7 miles north |
| Huntly | 3 | 19.8 miles north-east |
| Bograxie | 1 | 21.6 miles east |
| Grantown on Spey | 1 | 22.1 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 AB36
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Young Smile Dental Care in Bridge of Alford (4.9 from 319 reviews), 13.9 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Young Smile Dental CareBridge of Alford | 4.9 (319 reviews) | 13.9 miles east |
| Deveron Dental Centre, HuntlyHuntly | 4.8 (160 reviews) | 19.9 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from AB36
The nearest practice to AB36 is FOUNTAIN DENTAL GROUP-ABOYNE, 13.8 miles away. Treatment usually needs a visit every six to ten weeks, so it is worth choosing a practice whose journey you can sustain and asking how many appointments can be combined. 5 practices are within 20 miles.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Deveron Dental Centre, Huntly (19.9 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 2 of the practices around AB36 list clear aligners, the nearest 13.9 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 AB36 are commissioned by NHS Grampian; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is FOUNTAIN DENTAL GROUP-ABOYNE, 13.8 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Aberdeen Dental School in Aberdeen, about 35 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from AB36 to FOUNTAIN DENTAL GROUP-ABOYNE is roughly 30 minutes each way. A course of fixed braces typically means 10 to 20 visits (a consultation, the fitting, 7 to 17 adjustments and the removal), which from here comes to about 360 to 720 miles and 10 to 20 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £160 to £325 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 220 to 360 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey.
AB36 at a Glance
| Nation | Scotland |
|---|---|
| Council area | Aberdeenshire |
| NHS dental services | NHS Grampian |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384 |
| Area type (ONS) | Remote Rural |
| Deprivation | Around the Scotland average |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Aberdeen Dental School, Aberdeen — 35 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | FOUNTAIN DENTAL GROUP-ABOYNE, Aboyne — 14 miles Young Smile Dental Care, Bridge of Alford — 14 miles SPEYSIDE DENTAL CLINIC, Charlestown of Aberlour — 20 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 30 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 0 within 10 miles, 5 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | AB35, AB34, AB37, AB38, AB33, AB54, IV32, AB55 |
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.
Starting your orthodontic search in AB36
Most AB36 searches start broad — an orthodontist near me, Invisalign alternatives, clear aligner suitability, likely pricing. The value of a postcode page is turning a broad search into local, treatment-specific next steps.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for AB36 is Bellabeg.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near AB36
Where is the nearest orthodontist to AB36?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to AB36 is FOUNTAIN DENTAL GROUP-ABOYNE, about 13.8 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Young Smile Dental Care (13.9 miles) and SPEYSIDE DENTAL CLINIC (19.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near AB36?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of AB36, 0 practices within 10 miles and 5 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Aboyne, 13.8 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near AB36?
The nearest practice to AB36 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is FOUNTAIN DENTAL GROUP-ABOYNE, about 13.8 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Young Smile Dental Care (13.9 miles) and SPEYSIDE DENTAL CLINIC (19.7 miles).
Which places are in or near the AB36 postcode district?
Places in or next to AB36 include Bellabeg, Strathdon, Forbestown, Roughpark, Colquhonny, Heugh-head, Kirkton of Glenbuchat and Belnacraig.
How do I find an orthodontist near the AB36 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Bellabeg, Aberdeenshire, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
How long does orthodontic treatment take for patients near AB36?
Most treatment takes 12–24 months, with mild cases finishing sooner and complex bite corrections taking longer.
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.