Orthodontic practices near AB43
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of AB43; 4 practices within 10 and 5 practices within 20. The closest is T/A FRASERBURGH DENTAL CARE, 8.9 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T/A FRASERBURGH DENTAL CAREFraserburgh | 8.9 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| CLARK DENTAL CLINIC LTDFraserburgh | 9.0 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| T/A FRITHSIDE DENTAL CAREFraserburgh | 9.1 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| FAITHLIE DENTAL PRACTICEFraserburgh | 9.3 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| MACDUFF DENTAL SURGERYMacduff | 19.9 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| GC DENTAL MINTLAWMintlaw | 20.6 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| BANFF DENTAL PRACTICEBanff | 21.0 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| QUEEN STREET DENTAL PRACTICEPeterhead | 23.6 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to AB43 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Fraserburgh, 8.9 miles south; the next are Macduff (19.9 miles south-west) and Mintlaw (20.6 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Fraserburgh | 4 | 8.9 miles south |
| Macduff | 1 | 19.9 miles south-west |
| Mintlaw | 1 | 20.6 miles south |
| Banff | 1 | 21.0 miles south-west |
| Peterhead | 1 | 23.6 miles south-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from AB43
The nearest practice to AB43 is T/A FRASERBURGH DENTAL CARE, 8.9 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. Within 10 miles there are 4 practices, and within 20 there are 5.
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 AB43 are commissioned by NHS Grampian, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is T/A FRASERBURGH DENTAL CARE, 8.9 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from AB43 to T/A FRASERBURGH DENTAL CARE is roughly 20 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 230 to 460 miles and 7 to 13 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £105 to £205 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 140 to 230 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey.
AB43 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) | Accessible Rural |
| Deprivation | More deprived than most of Scotland |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | T/A FRASERBURGH DENTAL CARE, Fraserburgh — 9 miles MACDUFF DENTAL SURGERY, Macduff — 20 miles GC DENTAL MINTLAW, Mintlaw — 21 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 20 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 4 within 10 miles, 5 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | AB42, AB41, AB53, AB44 |
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 AB43
A typical orthodontic search around AB43 mixes practical questions about cost, treatment type and how soon advice is available. 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 AB43 is Sandhaven.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near AB43
Where is the nearest orthodontist to AB43?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to AB43 is T/A FRASERBURGH DENTAL CARE, about 8.9 miles to the south. The next closest are CLARK DENTAL CLINIC LTD (9.0 miles) and T/A FRITHSIDE DENTAL CARE (9.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near AB43?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of AB43, 4 practices within 10 miles and 5 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Fraserburgh, 8.9 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near AB43?
The nearest practice to AB43 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is T/A FRASERBURGH DENTAL CARE, about 8.9 miles to the south. Others nearby include CLARK DENTAL CLINIC LTD (9.0 miles) and T/A FRITHSIDE DENTAL CARE (9.1 miles).
Which places are in or near the AB43 postcode district?
Places in or next to AB43 include Sandhaven, Broadsea, Fraserburgh, Pitblae, Rosehearty, Pittulie, Peathill and Memsie.
How do I find an orthodontist near the AB43 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Sandhaven, Aberdeenshire, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
Do I need an appointment before getting advice near AB43?
Not always. A remote photo assessment can give you a clearer starting point before a full in-person consultation.
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.