Orthodontic practices near FK20
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of FK20; 2 practices within 20. The closest is INFINITYBLU DENTAL CARE & IMPLANT CLINIC in Killin, 13.0 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| INFINITYBLU DENTAL CARE & IMPLANT CLINICKillin | 13.0 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| INFINITYBLU DENTAL CARE & IMPLANT CENTRECallander | 20.0 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| DRYMEN DENTAL PRACTICEDrymen | 24.6 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| SPRING GROVE CLINICComrie | 24.9 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| CHERRYBANK DENTAL SURGERYBalfron | 26.1 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| GLENCOE DENTAL CENTREBallachulish | 26.1 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| SP DENTAL CAREHelensburgh | 27.6 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| HELENSBURGH DENTAL PRACTICEHelensburgh | 27.9 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to FK20 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Killin, 13.0 miles east; the next are Callander (20.0 miles south-east) and Drymen (24.6 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Killin | 1 | 13.0 miles east |
| Callander | 1 | 20.0 miles south-east |
| Drymen | 1 | 24.6 miles south |
| Comrie | 1 | 24.9 miles east |
| Balfron | 1 | 26.1 miles south-east |
| Ballachulish | 1 | 26.1 miles north-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from FK20
The nearest practice to FK20 is INFINITYBLU DENTAL CARE & IMPLANT CLINIC in Killin, 13 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. 2 practices are within 20 miles.
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 FK20 are commissioned by NHS Forth Valley; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is INFINITYBLU DENTAL CARE & IMPLANT CLINIC in Killin, 13 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Glasgow Dental Hospital in Glasgow, about 40 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from FK20 to INFINITYBLU DENTAL CARE & IMPLANT CLINIC 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 340 to 680 miles and 10 to 20 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £155 to £305 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 200 to 340 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey.
FK20 at a Glance
| Nation | Scotland |
|---|---|
| Council area | Stirling |
| NHS dental services | NHS Forth Valley |
| 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 | Glasgow Dental Hospital, Glasgow — 40 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | INFINITYBLU DENTAL CARE & IMPLANT CLINIC, Killin — 13 miles INFINITYBLU DENTAL CARE & IMPLANT CENTRE, Callander — 20 miles DRYMEN DENTAL PRACTICE, Drymen — 25 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, 2 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | PA36, FK18, FK21, FK19, PA26, PA24, PH30, PH17 |
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.
Braces and aligners in the FK20 area
People searching from FK20 usually begin with the same questions: which orthodontist is nearby, what braces or aligners cost, and how quickly they can get a professional opinion. 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 FK20 is Crianlarich.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near FK20
Where is the nearest orthodontist to FK20?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to FK20 is INFINITYBLU DENTAL CARE & IMPLANT CLINIC in Killin, about 13.0 miles to the east. The next closest are INFINITYBLU DENTAL CARE & IMPLANT CENTRE (20.0 miles) and DRYMEN DENTAL PRACTICE (24.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near FK20?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of FK20, 0 practices within 10 miles and 2 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Killin, 13.0 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near FK20?
The nearest practice to FK20 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is INFINITYBLU DENTAL CARE & IMPLANT CLINIC in Killin, about 13.0 miles to the east. Others nearby include INFINITYBLU DENTAL CARE & IMPLANT CENTRE (20.0 miles) and DRYMEN DENTAL PRACTICE (24.6 miles).
Which places are in or near the FK20 postcode district?
Places in or next to FK20 include Crianlarich, Inverardran, Tyndrum, Auch, Inverarnan, Glengyle, Ardlui and Stronachlachar.
How do I find an orthodontist near the FK20 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Crianlarich, Stirling, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
Should I choose braces or clear aligners?
Neither is universally better — it depends on the movements your teeth need. Aligners suit many mild-to-moderate cases; braces handle complex ones more predictably.
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.