Orthodontic practices near PH23
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of PH23; 4 practices within 10 and 17 practices within 20. The closest is YOUR PERFECT SMILE DENTAL CLINIC in Aviemore, 5.7 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| YOUR PERFECT SMILE DENTAL CLINICAviemore | 5.7 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Your Perfect Smile Dental & Implant ClinicAviemore | 5.7 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (19 reviews) |
| Aviemore Dental & Implant ClinicAviemore | 6.1 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (140 reviews) |
| YOUR PERFECT SMILE DENTAL CLINICGrantown on Spey | 8.4 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Kingussie DentalKingussie | 16.7 miles south-west | – | – | – | 5.0 (40 reviews) |
| CROY DENTALCantray | 18.0 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| INSHES DENTAL CENTRESmithton | 18.4 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Eilertsen Dental CareInverness | 18.6 miles north-west | – | – | – | 5.0 (87 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to PH23 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Aviemore, 5.7 miles south; the next are Grantown on Spey (8.4 miles north-east) and Kingussie (16.7 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Aviemore | 3 | 5.7 miles south |
| Grantown on Spey | 1 | 8.4 miles north-east |
| Kingussie | 1 | 16.7 miles south-west |
| Cantray | 1 | 18.0 miles north-west |
| Smithton | 1 | 18.4 miles north-west |
| Inverness | 1 | 18.6 miles north-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of PH23
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Eilertsen Dental Care in Inverness (5.0 from 87 reviews), 18.6 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Eilertsen Dental CareInverness | 5.0 (87 reviews) | 18.6 miles north-west |
| Kingussie DentalKingussie | 5.0 (40 reviews) | 16.7 miles south-west |
| Your Perfect Smile Dental & Implant ClinicAviemore | 5.0 (19 reviews) | 5.7 miles south |
| Aviemore Dental & Implant ClinicAviemore | 4.9 (140 reviews) | 6.1 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from PH23
The nearest practice to PH23 is YOUR PERFECT SMILE DENTAL CLINIC in Aviemore, 5.7 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 4 practices, and within 20 there are 17.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: 2 of the practices around PH23 list clear aligners, the nearest 5.7 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around PH23 are commissioned by NHS Highland, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is YOUR PERFECT SMILE DENTAL CLINIC in Aviemore, 5.7 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from PH23 to YOUR PERFECT SMILE DENTAL CLINIC is roughly 15 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 150 to 300 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £70 to £135 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 90 to 150 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey.
PH23 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) | Accessible Rural |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of Scotland |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | YOUR PERFECT SMILE DENTAL CLINIC, Aviemore — 6 miles YOUR PERFECT SMILE DENTAL CLINIC, Grantown on Spey — 8 miles Kingussie Dental, Kingussie — 17 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 15 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 4 within 10 miles, 17 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | PH24, PH22, PH25, PH26, IV13, PH21, IV12, IV36 |
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 PH23
Patients in the PH23 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 PH23 is Carrbridge.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near PH23
Where is the nearest orthodontist to PH23?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to PH23 is YOUR PERFECT SMILE DENTAL CLINIC in Aviemore, about 5.7 miles to the south. The next closest are Your Perfect Smile Dental & Implant Clinic (5.7 miles) and Aviemore Dental & Implant Clinic (6.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near PH23?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of PH23, 4 practices within 10 miles and 17 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Aviemore, 5.7 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near PH23?
The nearest practice to PH23 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is YOUR PERFECT SMILE DENTAL CLINIC in Aviemore, about 5.7 miles to the south. Others nearby include YOUR PERFECT SMILE DENTAL CLINIC (8.4 miles) and CROY DENTAL (18.0 miles).
Which places are in or near the PH23 postcode district?
Places in or next to PH23 include Carrbridge, Bogroy, Lochanhully, Ellan, Kinveachy, Duthil, Avielochan and Boat of Garten.
How do I find an orthodontist near the PH23 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Carrbridge, Highland, 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 PH23?
Most treatment takes 12–24 months, with mild cases finishing sooner and complex bite corrections taking longer.
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.