Orthodontic practices near PA35
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of PA35; 3 practices within 10 and 4 practices within 20. The closest is OBAN DENTAL CARE, 9.3 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OBAN DENTAL CAREOban | 9.3 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| OBAN DENTAL ACCESS CENTREOban | 9.5 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| OBAN DENTAL AND IMPLANT CENTREOban | 9.5 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| GLENCOE DENTAL CENTREBallachulish | 19.8 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| UNION STREET DENTALLochgilphead | 26.6 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| M&S DENTAL CAREFort William | 29.2 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to PA35 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Oban, 9.3 miles west; the next are Ballachulish (19.8 miles north) and Lochgilphead (26.6 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Oban | 3 | 9.3 miles west |
| Ballachulish | 1 | 19.8 miles north |
| Lochgilphead | 1 | 26.6 miles south |
| Fort William | 1 | 29.2 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from PA35
The nearest practice to PA35 is OBAN DENTAL CARE, 9.3 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 3 practices, and within 20 there are 4.
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 PA35 are commissioned by NHS Highland, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is OBAN DENTAL CARE, 9.3 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from PA35 to OBAN 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 240 to 480 miles and 7 to 13 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £110 to £215 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 150 to 240 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey.
PA35 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 — 9 miles GLENCOE DENTAL CENTRE, Ballachulish — 20 miles UNION STREET DENTAL, Lochgilphead — 27 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 | 3 within 10 miles, 4 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | PA33, PA37, PA38, PA32, PA34, PA25, PA27, PH49 |
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 PA35
People searching from PA35 usually begin with the same questions: which orthodontist is nearby, what braces or aligners cost, and how quickly they can get a professional opinion. It bridges a general search and a specific decision about where and how to start.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for PA35 is Achlonan.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near PA35
Where is the nearest orthodontist to PA35?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to PA35 is OBAN DENTAL CARE, about 9.3 miles to the west. The next closest are OBAN DENTAL ACCESS CENTRE (9.5 miles) and OBAN DENTAL AND IMPLANT CENTRE (9.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near PA35?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of PA35, 3 practices within 10 miles and 4 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Oban, 9.3 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near PA35?
The nearest practice to PA35 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is OBAN DENTAL CARE, about 9.3 miles to the west. Others nearby include OBAN DENTAL ACCESS CENTRE (9.5 miles) and OBAN DENTAL AND IMPLANT CENTRE (9.5 miles).
Which places are in or near the PA35 postcode district?
Places in or next to PA35 include Achlonan, Taynuilt, Brochroy, Bridge of Awe, Airds Bay, Bonawe, Kilchrenan and Coillaig.
How do I find an orthodontist near the PA35 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Achlonan, Argyll and Bute, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
How long does orthodontic treatment take for patients near PA35?
Timescales usually run one to two years, driven by case complexity rather than location.
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.