Orthodontic practices near EH13
On our practice register: 103 practices within 5 miles of EH13, 147 practices within 10 and 239 practices within 20. The closest is 21 BRIDGE ROAD in Colinton, 0.5 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21 BRIDGE ROADColinton | 0.5 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| 302 OXGANGS ROAD NORTHColinton | 0.6 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| CRAIGLOCKHART CLINICColinton | 1.2 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| FAIRMILEHEAD DENTAL PRACTICEColinton | 1.4 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| 1/2 HAILESLAND GARDENSColinton | 1.5 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| HMP EDINBURGHColinton | 1.6 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| 31 MORNINGSIDE DRIVEEdinburgh | 1.7 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| WEST SIDE DENTAL CAREColinton | 1.7 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to EH13 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Colinton, 0.5 miles west; the next are Edinburgh (1.7 miles north-east).
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from EH13
The nearest practice to EH13 is 21 BRIDGE ROAD in Colinton, under a mile away, close enough that the many short appointments in a course of treatment are rarely a burden. Within 10 miles there are 147 practices, and within 20 there are 239.
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 EH13 are commissioned by NHS Lothian; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is 21 BRIDGE ROAD in Colinton, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee, about 40 miles away.
EH13 at a Glance
| Nation | Scotland |
|---|---|
| Council area | City of Edinburgh |
| NHS dental services | NHS Lothian |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384 |
| Area type (ONS) | Large Urban Areas |
| Deprivation | More deprived than most of Scotland |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Dundee Dental Hospital, Dundee — 40 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | 21 BRIDGE ROAD, Colinton — under a mile 31 MORNINGSIDE DRIVE, Edinburgh — 2 miles 577 LANARK ROAD, Currie — 2 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 147 within 10 miles, 239 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | EH11, EH10, EH14, EH12, EH99, EH3, EH91, EH4 |
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 EH13
Patients in the EH13 area tend to weigh up braces versus aligners, cost, and whether a clinic visit is needed first. 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 EH13 is Colinton Mains.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near EH13
Where is the nearest orthodontist to EH13?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to EH13 is 21 BRIDGE ROAD in Colinton, about 0.5 miles to the west. The next closest are 302 OXGANGS ROAD NORTH (0.6 miles) and CRAIGLOCKHART CLINIC (1.2 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near EH13?
Our register has 103 practices within 5 miles of EH13, 147 practices within 10 miles and 239 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near EH13?
The nearest practice to EH13 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is 21 BRIDGE ROAD in Colinton, about 0.5 miles to the west. Others nearby include 302 OXGANGS ROAD NORTH (0.6 miles) and CRAIGLOCKHART CLINIC (1.2 miles).
Which places are in or near the EH13 postcode district?
Places in or next to EH13 include Colinton Mains, Craiglockhart, Colinton, Bonaly, Kingsknowe, Longstone, Oxgangs and Slateford.
How do I find an orthodontist near the EH13 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Colinton Mains, City of Edinburgh, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
How long does orthodontic treatment take for patients near EH13?
Timescales usually run one to two years, driven by case complexity rather than location.
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.