Orthodontic practices near PH36
On our practice register: None within 20 miles of PH36. The closest is OBAN DENTAL AND IMPLANT CENTRE, 25.7 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OBAN DENTAL AND IMPLANT CENTREOban | 25.7 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| OBAN DENTAL CAREOban | 25.9 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| OBAN DENTAL ACCESS CENTREOban | 26.4 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| GLENCOE DENTAL CENTREBallachulish | 28.3 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| M&S DENTAL CAREFort William | 29.3 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to PH36 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Oban, 25.7 miles south-east; the next are Ballachulish (28.3 miles east) and Fort William (29.3 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Oban | 3 | 25.7 miles south-east |
| Ballachulish | 1 | 28.3 miles east |
| Fort William | 1 | 29.3 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from PH36
PH36 is a long way from a practice: the nearest we list is OBAN DENTAL AND IMPLANT CENTRE, 25.7 miles away. Starting with a remote assessment, and asking any practice how few visits a plan can be built around, avoids journeys you do not need.
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 PH36 are commissioned by NHS Highland, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is OBAN DENTAL AND IMPLANT CENTRE, 25.7 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from PH36 to OBAN DENTAL AND IMPLANT CENTRE is roughly 55 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 670 to 1,340 miles and 18 to 37 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £300 to £605 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 400 to 670 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey.
PH36 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 | OBAN DENTAL AND IMPLANT CENTRE, Oban — 26 miles GLENCOE DENTAL CENTRE, Ballachulish — 28 miles M&S DENTAL CARE, Fort William — 29 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 55 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Neighbouring districts | PH38, PA80, PH39, PA72, PH40, PA71, PA65, PH41 |
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 PH36
Patients in the PH36 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 PH36 is Kentra.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near PH36
Where is the nearest orthodontist to PH36?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to PH36 is OBAN DENTAL AND IMPLANT CENTRE, about 25.7 miles to the south-east. The next closest are OBAN DENTAL CARE (25.9 miles) and OBAN DENTAL ACCESS CENTRE (26.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near PH36?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of PH36, 0 practices within 10 miles and 0 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Oban, 25.7 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near PH36?
The nearest practice to PH36 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is OBAN DENTAL AND IMPLANT CENTRE, about 25.7 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include OBAN DENTAL CARE (25.9 miles) and OBAN DENTAL ACCESS CENTRE (26.4 miles).
Which places are in or near the PH36 postcode district?
Places in or next to PH36 include Kentra, Ardtoe, Gorteneorn, Camus Inas, Acharacle, Cruach nam Meann, Shiel Bridge and Glencripesdale.
How do I find an orthodontist near the PH36 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Kentra, Highland, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
What affects orthodontic cost near PH36?
The main drivers are case complexity, treatment type and inclusions — what a quote covers matters as much as the headline price.
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.