Orthodontic practices near PA33
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of PA33; 3 practices within 20. The closest is OBAN DENTAL CARE, 15.8 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OBAN DENTAL CAREOban | 15.8 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| OBAN DENTAL ACCESS CENTREOban | 15.9 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| OBAN DENTAL AND IMPLANT CENTREOban | 16.0 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| GLENCOE DENTAL CENTREBallachulish | 21.9 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| UNION STREET DENTALLochgilphead | 26.8 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| SP DENTAL CAREHelensburgh | 27.8 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| HELENSBURGH DENTAL PRACTICEHelensburgh | 28.0 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| CLYDE VIEW DENTAL & IMPLANT CENTREHelensburgh | 28.0 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to PA33 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Oban, 15.8 miles west; the next are Ballachulish (21.9 miles north) and Lochgilphead (26.8 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Oban | 3 | 15.8 miles west |
| Ballachulish | 1 | 21.9 miles north |
| Lochgilphead | 1 | 26.8 miles south-west |
| Helensburgh | 3 | 27.8 miles south-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from PA33
No practice on our register is within 15 miles of PA33; the nearest is OBAN DENTAL CARE, 15.8 miles away. With a journey that long, an online photo assessment first can tell you whether treatment is likely to suit you before you travel, and aligner treatment needs fewer visits than fixed braces. 3 practices are within 20 miles.
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 PA33 are commissioned by NHS Highland, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is OBAN DENTAL CARE, 15.8 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from PA33 to OBAN DENTAL CARE is roughly 35 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 410 to 820 miles and 12 to 23 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £185 to £370 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 250 to 410 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey.
PA33 at a Glance
| Nation | Scotland |
|---|---|
| Council area | Argyll and Bute |
| 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 | OBAN DENTAL CARE, Oban — 16 miles GLENCOE DENTAL CENTRE, Ballachulish — 22 miles UNION STREET DENTAL, Lochgilphead — 27 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 35 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 0 within 10 miles, 3 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | PA25, PA26, PA35, PA32, PA27, PA24, PH49, PA36 |
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 PA33
Patients in the PA33 area tend to weigh up braces versus aligners, cost, and whether a clinic visit is needed first. 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 PA33 is Cladich.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near PA33
Where is the nearest orthodontist to PA33?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to PA33 is OBAN DENTAL CARE, about 15.8 miles to the west. The next closest are OBAN DENTAL ACCESS CENTRE (15.9 miles) and OBAN DENTAL AND IMPLANT CENTRE (16.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near PA33?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of PA33, 0 practices within 10 miles and 3 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Oban, 15.8 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near PA33?
The nearest practice to PA33 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is OBAN DENTAL CARE, about 15.8 miles to the west. Others nearby include OBAN DENTAL ACCESS CENTRE (15.9 miles) and OBAN DENTAL AND IMPLANT CENTRE (16.0 miles).
Which places are in or near the PA33 postcode district?
Places in or next to PA33 include Cladich, Ardanaiseig, Lochawe, Ardbrecknish, North Tullich, Drimfern, South Tullich and Portsonachan.
How do I find an orthodontist near the PA33 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Cladich, Argyll and Bute, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
Can I use Virtual Consultant Online if I live near PA33?
Yes, patients around Cladich, Argyll and Bute can use the service; next steps depend on clinical review of your photos.
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.