Orthodontic practices near IV48
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of IV48; 1 practice within 10 and 2 practices within 20. The closest is PORTREE DENTAL CARE, 9.5 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PORTREE DENTAL CAREPortree | 9.5 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| ROS AN IAR DENTAL PRACTICEKyle of Lochalsh | 14.3 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to IV48 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Portree, 9.5 miles north-west; the next are Kyle of Lochalsh (14.3 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Portree | 1 | 9.5 miles north-west |
| Kyle of Lochalsh | 1 | 14.3 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from IV48
From IV48 the nearest practice is PORTREE DENTAL CARE, 9.5 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 is 1 practice, and within 20 there are 2.
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 IV48 are commissioned by NHS Highland, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is PORTREE DENTAL CARE, 9.5 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from IV48 to PORTREE DENTAL CARE is roughly 20 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 250 to 490 miles and 7 to 13 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £110 to £220 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 150 to 250 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey.
IV48 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 — 14 miles UIST & BARRA DENTAL HUB, Benbecula — 48 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 20 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 1 within 10 miles, 2 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | IV49, IV46, IV51, IV47, IV42, IV44, IV45, IV43 |
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 IV48
A typical orthodontic search around IV48 mixes practical questions about cost, treatment type and how soon advice is available. A postcode-level page helps by narrowing that research to a realistic local area while still giving guidance you can use before any appointment.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for IV48 is Sconser.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near IV48
Where is the nearest orthodontist to IV48?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to IV48 is PORTREE DENTAL CARE, about 9.5 miles to the north-west. The next closest are ROS AN IAR DENTAL PRACTICE (14.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near IV48?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of IV48, 1 practice within 10 miles and 2 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Portree, 9.5 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near IV48?
The nearest practice to IV48 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is PORTREE DENTAL CARE, about 9.5 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include ROS AN IAR DENTAL PRACTICE (14.3 miles).
Which places are in or near the IV48 postcode district?
Places in or next to IV48 include Sconser, Peinachorrain, Gedintailor, Inverarish, Ollach, Ard Dorch, Camastianavaig and Balachuirn.
How do I find an orthodontist near the IV48 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Sconser, Highland, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
Do I need an appointment before getting advice near IV48?
Usually not to begin with — a remote assessment is a valid first step ahead of any clinic visit.
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.