Orthodontic practices near IV20
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of IV20; 2 practices within 10 and 11 practices within 20. The closest is TAIN DENTAL CARE, 6.1 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TAIN DENTAL CARETain | 6.1 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| DORNOCH DENTAL SURGERYDornoch | 7.9 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| INVERGORDON DENTAL PRACTICEInvergordon | 11.9 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Easter Ross Dental CareInvergordon | 12.1 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.9 (755 reviews) |
| ADC GOLSPIE PRACTICEGolspie | 13.2 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| GLENRIDDING DENTAL PRACTICENairn | 14.1 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| WINDSOR HOUSE DENTAL PRACTICE LTDNairn | 14.2 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| 54A HIGH STREETAlness | 14.4 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to IV20 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Tain, 6.1 miles west; the next are Dornoch (7.9 miles north-west) and Invergordon (11.9 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Tain | 1 | 6.1 miles west |
| Dornoch | 1 | 7.9 miles north-west |
| Invergordon | 2 | 11.9 miles south-west |
| Golspie | 1 | 13.2 miles north |
| Nairn | 2 | 14.1 miles south |
| Alness | 1 | 14.4 miles south-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from IV20
From IV20 the nearest practice is TAIN DENTAL CARE, 6.1 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 2 practices, and within 20 there are 11.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around IV20 are commissioned by NHS Highland, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is TAIN DENTAL CARE, 6.1 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from IV20 to TAIN DENTAL CARE 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 160 to 320 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £70 to £145 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 100 to 160 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey.
IV20 at a Glance
| Nation | Scotland |
|---|---|
| Council area | Highland |
| 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 | TAIN DENTAL CARE, Tain — 6 miles DORNOCH DENTAL SURGERY, Dornoch — 8 miles INVERGORDON DENTAL PRACTICE, Invergordon — 12 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 | 2 within 10 miles, 11 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | IV19, IV25, IV11, KW10, IV12, KW9, IV18, IV10 |
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 IV20
People searching from IV20 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 IV20 is Clashnamuiach.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near IV20
Where is the nearest orthodontist to IV20?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to IV20 is TAIN DENTAL CARE, about 6.1 miles to the west. The next closest are DORNOCH DENTAL SURGERY (7.9 miles) and INVERGORDON DENTAL PRACTICE (11.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near IV20?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of IV20, 2 practices within 10 miles and 11 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Tain, 6.1 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near IV20?
The nearest practice to IV20 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is TAIN DENTAL CARE, about 6.1 miles to the west. Others nearby include DORNOCH DENTAL SURGERY (7.9 miles) and INVERGORDON DENTAL PRACTICE (11.9 miles).
Which places are in or near the IV20 postcode district?
Places in or next to IV20 include Clashnamuiach, Balmuchy, Balaldie, Cadboll, Hilton of Cadboll, Balintore, Inver and Loans of Tullich.
How do I find an orthodontist near the IV20 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Clashnamuiach, Highland, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
What affects orthodontic cost near IV20?
The main drivers are case complexity, treatment type and inclusions — what a quote covers matters as much as the headline price.
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.