Orthodontic practices near PH43
On our practice register: None within 20 miles of PH43. The closest is PORTREE DENTAL CARE, 28.1 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PORTREE DENTAL CAREPortree | 28.1 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| ROS AN IAR DENTAL PRACTICEKyle of Lochalsh | 28.1 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to PH43 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Portree, 28.1 miles north; the next are Kyle of Lochalsh (28.1 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Portree | 1 | 28.1 miles north |
| Kyle of Lochalsh | 1 | 28.1 miles north-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from PH43
PH43 is a long way from a practice: the nearest we list is PORTREE DENTAL CARE, 28.1 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.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around PH43 are commissioned by NHS Highland, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is PORTREE DENTAL CARE, 28.1 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from PH43 to PORTREE DENTAL CARE is roughly 65 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 730 to 1,460 miles and 22 to 43 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £330 to £655 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 440 to 730 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey.
PH43 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 | PORTREE DENTAL CARE, Portree — 28 miles ROS AN IAR DENTAL PRACTICE, Kyle of Lochalsh — 28 miles THE DENTAL CLINIC, Barra — 46 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 65 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Neighbouring districts | PH42, PH44, IV47, IV46, IV48, IV45, IV56, IV49 |
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.
Braces and aligners in the PH43 area
Most PH43 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 PH43 is Raonapoll.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near PH43
Where is the nearest orthodontist to PH43?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to PH43 is PORTREE DENTAL CARE, about 28.1 miles to the north. The next closest are ROS AN IAR DENTAL PRACTICE (28.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near PH43?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of PH43, 0 practices within 10 miles and 0 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Portree, 28.1 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near PH43?
The nearest practice to PH43 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is PORTREE DENTAL CARE, about 28.1 miles to the north. Others nearby include ROS AN IAR DENTAL PRACTICE (28.1 miles).
Which places are in or near the PH43 postcode district?
Places in or next to PH43 include Raonapoll, Isle of Rum, Kilmory, Mol-chlach, Culnamean, Glenbrittle, Bualintur and A'Chill.
How do I find an orthodontist near the PH43 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Raonapoll, Highland, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
Should I choose braces or clear aligners?
Neither is universally better — it depends on the movements your teeth need. Aligners suit many mild-to-moderate cases; braces handle complex ones more predictably.
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.