Orthodontic practices near BT28
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of BT28; 2 practices within 20. The closest is ISLAY AND JURA DENTAL PRACTICE in Bowmore, 16.9 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISLAY AND JURA DENTAL PRACTICEBowmore | 16.9 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| DALRIADA DENTAL PRACTICECampbeltown | 18.4 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| TARBERT DENTALTarbert | 27.0 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to BT28 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Bowmore, 16.9 miles north-west; the next are Campbeltown (18.4 miles south-east) and Tarbert (27.0 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Bowmore | 1 | 16.9 miles north-west |
| Campbeltown | 1 | 18.4 miles south-east |
| Tarbert | 1 | 27.0 miles north-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from BT28
BT28 is a long way from a practice: the nearest we list is ISLAY AND JURA DENTAL PRACTICE in Bowmore, 16.9 miles away. Starting with a remote assessment, and asking any practice how few visits a plan can be built around, avoids journeys you do not need. 2 practices are within 20 miles.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around BT28 are commissioned by NHS Highland, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is ISLAY AND JURA DENTAL PRACTICE in Bowmore, 16.9 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from BT28 to ISLAY AND JURA DENTAL PRACTICE is roughly 40 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 440 to 880 miles and 13 to 27 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £200 to £395 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 260 to 440 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey.
BT28 at a Glance
| Nation | Scotland |
|---|---|
| Council area | Argyll and Bute |
| NHS dental services | NHS Highland |
| 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 orthodontic practices | ISLAY AND JURA DENTAL PRACTICE, Bowmore — 17 miles DALRIADA DENTAL PRACTICE, Campbeltown — 18 miles TARBERT DENTAL, Tarbert — 27 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 40 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 0 within 10 miles, 2 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | PA41, BT5, BT39, PA42, BT10, PA60, PA46, PA45 |
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 BT28
A typical orthodontic search around BT28 mixes practical questions about cost, treatment type and how soon advice is available. 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 BT28 is Ardminish.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near BT28
Where is the nearest orthodontist to BT28?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to BT28 is ISLAY AND JURA DENTAL PRACTICE in Bowmore, about 16.9 miles to the north-west. The next closest are DALRIADA DENTAL PRACTICE (18.4 miles) and TARBERT DENTAL (27.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near BT28?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of BT28, 0 practices within 10 miles and 2 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Bowmore, 16.9 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near BT28?
The nearest practice to BT28 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is ISLAY AND JURA DENTAL PRACTICE in Bowmore, about 16.9 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include DALRIADA DENTAL PRACTICE (18.4 miles) and TARBERT DENTAL (27.0 miles).
Which places are in or near the BT28 postcode district?
Places in or next to BT28 include Ardminish, Isle of Gigha, Craighouse, Keils, Glenbarr, Bellochantuy, Cleongart and Leargybreck.
How do I find an orthodontist near the BT28 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Ardminish, Argyll and Bute, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
What affects orthodontic cost near BT28?
Treatment type, case complexity, bite correction, brace or aligner choice, refinements, retainers and clinic pricing all affect the final cost.
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.