Orthodontic practices near KY9
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of KY9; 9 practices within 10 and 88 practices within 20. The closest is EAST NEUK DENTAL PRACTICE in Anstruther, 5.4 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EAST NEUK DENTAL PRACTICEAnstruther | 5.4 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| LEVENMOUTH DENTAL SPALeven | 6.3 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| KIRKLAND DENTAL PRACTICEMethil | 7.4 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| BUCKHAVEN DENTAL PRACTICEBuckhaven | 8.1 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| OASIS DENTAL CARE T/A BUPA DENTAL CARESaint Andrews | 8.3 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| St. Andrews OrthodonticsSaint Andrews | 8.4 miles north | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.3 (6 reviews) |
| GENTLE DENTAL CARESaint Andrews | 9.1 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| SMILE DENTAL CLINIC ST ANDREWSSaint Andrews | 9.1 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to KY9 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Anstruther, 5.4 miles east; the next are Leven (6.3 miles west) and Methil (7.4 miles west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Anstruther | 1 | 5.4 miles east |
| Leven | 1 | 6.3 miles west |
| Methil | 1 | 7.4 miles west |
| Buckhaven | 1 | 8.1 miles west |
| Saint Andrews | 4 | 8.3 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from KY9
The nearest practice to KY9 is EAST NEUK DENTAL PRACTICE in Anstruther, 5.4 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. Within 10 miles there are 9 practices, and within 20 there are 88.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: 1 of the practices around KY9 list clear aligners, the nearest 8.4 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around KY9 are commissioned by NHS Fife; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is EAST NEUK DENTAL PRACTICE in Anstruther, 5.4 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee, about 18 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from KY9 to EAST NEUK DENTAL PRACTICE is roughly 10 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 140 to 280 miles and 3 to 7 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £65 to £125 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 80 to 140 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey.
KY9 at a Glance
| Nation | Scotland |
|---|---|
| Council area | Fife |
| NHS dental services | NHS Fife |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384 |
| Area type (ONS) | Accessible Rural |
| Deprivation | Around the Scotland average |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Dundee Dental Hospital, Dundee — 18 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | EAST NEUK DENTAL PRACTICE, Anstruther — 5 miles LEVENMOUTH DENTAL SPA, Leven — 6 miles KIRKLAND DENTAL PRACTICE, Methil — 7 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 10 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 9 within 10 miles, 88 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | KY16, KY10, EH31, KY8, EH39, KY15, DD6, EH41 |
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 KY9
Most KY9 searches start broad — an orthodontist near me, Invisalign alternatives, clear aligner suitability, likely pricing. 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 KY9 is Barnyards.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near KY9
Where is the nearest orthodontist to KY9?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to KY9 is EAST NEUK DENTAL PRACTICE in Anstruther, about 5.4 miles to the east. The next closest are LEVENMOUTH DENTAL SPA (6.3 miles) and KIRKLAND DENTAL PRACTICE (7.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near KY9?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of KY9, 9 practices within 10 miles and 88 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Anstruther, 5.4 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near KY9?
The nearest practice to KY9 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is EAST NEUK DENTAL PRACTICE in Anstruther, about 5.4 miles to the east. Others nearby include LEVENMOUTH DENTAL SPA (6.3 miles) and KIRKLAND DENTAL PRACTICE (7.4 miles).
Which places are in or near the KY9 postcode district?
Places in or next to KY9 include Barnyards, Kilconquhar, Colinsburgh, Earlsferry, Elie, Largo Ward, Arncroach and Abercrombie.
How do I find an orthodontist near the KY9 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Barnyards, Fife, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
Do I need an appointment before getting advice near KY9?
No — you can start online and only book in person once you know roughly what you need.
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.