Orthodontic practices near IV23
On our practice register: None within 20 miles of IV23. The closest is Wyvis Dental Laboratory in Dingwall, 24.9 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wyvis Dental LaboratoryDingwall | 24.9 miles south-east | – | – | – | – |
| INCHVANNIE HOUSE DENTAL CLINICDingwall | 25.0 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| MCINTYREDingwall | 25.0 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| T/A BUPA DENTAL CAREDingwall | 25.0 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| 54A HIGH STREETAlness | 28.7 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to IV23 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Dingwall, 24.9 miles south-east; the next are Alness (28.7 miles east).
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from IV23
IV23 is a long way from a practice: the nearest we list is Wyvis Dental Laboratory in Dingwall, 24.9 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.
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 IV23 are commissioned by NHS Highland, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is INCHVANNIE HOUSE DENTAL CLINIC in Dingwall, 25 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from IV23 to Wyvis Dental Laboratory is roughly 55 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 650 to 1,290 miles and 18 to 37 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £290 to £580 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 390 to 650 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey.
IV23 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 | Wyvis Dental Laboratory, Dingwall — 25 miles 54A HIGH STREET, Alness — 29 miles Easter Ross Dental Care, Invergordon — 32 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 55 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Neighbouring districts | IV26, IV22, IV14, IV4, IV63 |
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 IV23
People searching from IV23 usually begin with the same questions: which orthodontist is nearby, what braces or aligners cost, and how quickly they can get a professional opinion. 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 IV23 is Auchindrean.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near IV23
Where is the nearest orthodontist to IV23?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to IV23 is Wyvis Dental Laboratory in Dingwall, about 24.9 miles to the south-east. The next closest are INCHVANNIE HOUSE DENTAL CLINIC (25.0 miles) and MCINTYRE (25.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near IV23?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of IV23, 0 practices within 10 miles and 0 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Dingwall, 24.9 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near IV23?
The nearest practice to IV23 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is INCHVANNIE HOUSE DENTAL CLINIC in Dingwall, about 25.0 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include MCINTYRE (25.0 miles) and T/A BUPA DENTAL CARE (25.0 miles).
Which places are in or near the IV23 postcode district?
Places in or next to IV23 include Auchindrean, Lael Forest, Inverbroom, Inverlael, Croftown, Ardcharnich, Ardindrean and Letters.
How do I find an orthodontist near the IV23 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Auchindrean, Highland, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
Can I use Virtual Consultant Online if I live near IV23?
Yes — the online assessment is available to patients across the UK, including Auchindrean, Highland, subject to clinical suitability.
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.