Orthodontic practices near AB52
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of AB52; 9 practices within 10 and 23 practices within 20. The closest is Blairdaff Dental in Bograxie, 6.7 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blairdaff DentalBograxie | 6.7 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (29 reviews) |
| Young Smile Dental CareBridge of Alford | 8.5 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (319 reviews) |
| INVERURIE DENTAL CAREInverurie | 9.4 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| DEVERON DENTALHuntly | 9.6 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Deveron Dental Centre, HuntlyHuntly | 9.6 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (160 reviews) |
| HUNTLY DENTAL PRACTICEHuntly | 9.6 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| GARIOCH DENTAL PRACTICEInverurie | 9.7 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| INVERURIE DENTAL PRACTICEInverurie | 9.8 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to AB52 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Bograxie, 6.7 miles south-east; the next are Bridge of Alford (8.5 miles south-west) and Inverurie (9.4 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Bograxie | 1 | 6.7 miles south-east |
| Bridge of Alford | 1 | 8.5 miles south-west |
| Inverurie | 3 | 9.4 miles south-east |
| Huntly | 3 | 9.6 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 AB52
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), 8.5 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Young Smile Dental CareBridge of Alford | 4.9 (319 reviews) | 8.5 miles south-west |
| Blairdaff DentalBograxie | 4.9 (29 reviews) | 6.7 miles south-east |
| Deveron Dental Centre, HuntlyHuntly | 4.8 (160 reviews) | 9.6 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from AB52
From AB52 the nearest practice is Blairdaff Dental in Bograxie, 6.7 miles away. A course of braces or aligners involves many appointments, so the length of that journey matters when comparing it with practices further afield. Within 10 miles there are 9 practices, and within 20 there are 23.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Deveron Dental Centre, Huntly (9.6 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 2 of the practices around AB52 list clear aligners, the nearest 8.5 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 AB52 are commissioned by NHS Grampian; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Young Smile Dental Care in Bridge of Alford, 8.5 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Aberdeen Dental School in Aberdeen, about 22 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from AB52 to Blairdaff Dental is roughly 15 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 170 to 350 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £75 to £160 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 100 to 170 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey.
AB52 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 | Less deprived than most of Scotland |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Aberdeen Dental School, Aberdeen — 22 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Blairdaff Dental, Bograxie — 7 miles Young Smile Dental Care, Bridge of Alford — 8 miles INVERURIE DENTAL CARE, Inverurie — 9 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 15 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 9 within 10 miles, 23 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | AB33, AB54, AB51, AB53, AB31, AB45, AB34, 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.
Orthodontic research around AB52
Patients in the AB52 area tend to weigh up braces versus aligners, cost, and whether a clinic visit is needed first. Focusing on the postcode area keeps the research local without losing the treatment detail that matters before booking.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for AB52 is Insch.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near AB52
Where is the nearest orthodontist to AB52?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to AB52 is Blairdaff Dental in Bograxie, about 6.7 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Young Smile Dental Care (8.5 miles) and INVERURIE DENTAL CARE (9.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near AB52?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of AB52, 9 practices within 10 miles and 23 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Bograxie, 6.7 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near AB52?
The nearest practice to AB52 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Young Smile Dental Care in Bridge of Alford, about 8.5 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include INVERURIE DENTAL CARE (9.4 miles) and DEVERON DENTAL (9.6 miles).
Which places are in or near the AB52 postcode district?
Places in or next to AB52 include Insch, Auchleven, Colpy, Largie, Kirkton of Culsalmond, Pitmachie, Oyne and Corrie Crofts.
How do I find an orthodontist near the AB52 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Insch, Aberdeenshire, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
Can I get a braces or clear aligner quote near AB52 online?
Yes. Upload guided photos and receive clinician-reviewed treatment options before deciding whether to arrange a clinic visit.
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.