Orthodontic practices near IV47
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of IV47; 1 practice within 20. The closest is PORTREE DENTAL CARE, 10.2 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PORTREE DENTAL CAREPortree | 10.2 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| ROS AN IAR DENTAL PRACTICEKyle of Lochalsh | 23.5 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to IV47 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Portree, 10.2 miles north-east; the next are Kyle of Lochalsh (23.5 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Portree | 1 | 10.2 miles north-east |
| Kyle of Lochalsh | 1 | 23.5 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from IV47
From IV47 the nearest practice is PORTREE DENTAL CARE, 10.2 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. 1 practice is within 20 miles.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around IV47 are commissioned by NHS Highland, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is PORTREE DENTAL CARE, 10.2 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from IV47 to PORTREE DENTAL CARE is roughly 25 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 270 to 530 miles and 8 to 17 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £120 to £240 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 160 to 270 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey.
IV47 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 | PORTREE DENTAL CARE, Portree — 10 miles ROS AN IAR DENTAL PRACTICE, Kyle of Lochalsh — 24 miles UIST & BARRA DENTAL HUB, Benbecula — 39 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 25 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 0 within 10 miles, 1 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | IV56, IV51, IV48, PH44, PH43, IV55, IV49, IV46 |
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 IV47
Patients in the IV47 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 IV47 is Carbost.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near IV47
Where is the nearest orthodontist to IV47?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to IV47 is PORTREE DENTAL CARE, about 10.2 miles to the north-east. The next closest are ROS AN IAR DENTAL PRACTICE (23.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near IV47?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of IV47, 0 practices within 10 miles and 1 practice within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Portree, 10.2 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near IV47?
The nearest practice to IV47 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is PORTREE DENTAL CARE, about 10.2 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include ROS AN IAR DENTAL PRACTICE (23.5 miles).
Which places are in or near the IV47 postcode district?
Places in or next to IV47 include Carbost, Carbostmore, Merkadale, Satran, Drynoch, Eynort, Fernilea and Coillore.
How do I find an orthodontist near the IV47 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Carbost, Highland, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
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.