Orthodontic practices near PH50
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of PH50; 2 practices within 10 and 2 practices within 20. The closest is GLENCOE DENTAL CENTRE in Ballachulish, 5.7 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GLENCOE DENTAL CENTREBallachulish | 5.7 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| M&S DENTAL CAREFort William | 8.9 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| OBAN DENTAL CAREOban | 28.5 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| OBAN DENTAL AND IMPLANT CENTREOban | 28.6 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| OBAN DENTAL ACCESS CENTREOban | 29.1 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| INFINITYBLU DENTAL CARE & IMPLANT CLINICKillin | 30.0 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to PH50 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Ballachulish, 5.7 miles west; the next are Fort William (8.9 miles north-west) and Oban (28.5 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Ballachulish | 1 | 5.7 miles west |
| Fort William | 1 | 8.9 miles north-west |
| Oban | 3 | 28.5 miles south-west |
| Killin | 1 | 30.0 miles south-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from PH50
The nearest practice to PH50 is GLENCOE DENTAL CENTRE in Ballachulish, 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 2 practices, and within 20 there are 2.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around PH50 are commissioned by NHS Highland, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is GLENCOE DENTAL CENTRE in Ballachulish, 5.7 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from PH50 to GLENCOE DENTAL CENTRE 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.
PH50 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 | More deprived than most of Scotland |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | GLENCOE DENTAL CENTRE, Ballachulish — 6 miles M&S DENTAL CARE, Fort William — 9 miles OBAN DENTAL CARE, Oban — 28 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 | 2 within 10 miles, 2 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | PH49, PH33, PH34, PH31, PA36, PA33, PH35, PH30 |
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 PH50
A typical orthodontic search around PH50 mixes practical questions about cost, treatment type and how soon advice is available. Focusing on the postcode area keeps the research local without losing the treatment detail that matters before booking.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for PH50 is Highland.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near PH50
Where is the nearest orthodontist to PH50?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to PH50 is GLENCOE DENTAL CENTRE in Ballachulish, about 5.7 miles to the west. The next closest are M&S DENTAL CARE (8.9 miles) and OBAN DENTAL CARE (28.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near PH50?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of PH50, 2 practices within 10 miles and 2 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Ballachulish, 5.7 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near PH50?
The nearest practice to PH50 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is GLENCOE DENTAL CENTRE in Ballachulish, about 5.7 miles to the west. Others nearby include M&S DENTAL CARE (8.9 miles) and OBAN DENTAL CARE (28.5 miles).
Which places are in or near the PH50 postcode district?
Places in or next to PH50 include Highland, Kinlochleven, Kinlochmore, Dalness, Luibeilt, Aonachan, Spean Bridge and Kilmonivaig.
How do I find an orthodontist near the PH50 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Highland, Highland, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
How long does orthodontic treatment take for patients near PH50?
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.