Orthodontic practices near Alma
On our practice register: 4 practices within 5 miles of Alma, 28 practices within 10 and 77 practices within 20. The closest is Kirkby Dental Practice in Sutton in Ashfield, 3.0 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kirkby Dental PracticeSutton in Ashfield | 3.0 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (314 reviews) |
| Refine Specialist Dental CareAlfreton | 4.3 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.4 (96 reviews) |
| Heanor Dental CareHeanor | 4.7 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | 4.0 (66 reviews) |
| Hucknall Dental CareHucknall | 4.7 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (881 reviews) |
| Kimberley DentalKimberley | 5.4 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (251 reviews) |
| Market Place Dental CareSutton in Ashfield | 6.6 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (1,291 reviews) |
| Thackeray Dental CareSutton in Ashfield | 6.9 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (305 reviews) |
| The Orthodontic PracticeMansfield Woodhouse | 7.0 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (88 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Alma with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Sutton in Ashfield, 3.0 miles north-east; the next are Alfreton (4.3 miles north-west) and Heanor (4.7 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Sutton in Ashfield | 3 | 3.0 miles north-east |
| Alfreton | 1 | 4.3 miles north-west |
| Heanor | 1 | 4.7 miles south-west |
| Hucknall | 2 | 4.7 miles south-east |
| Kimberley | 1 | 5.4 miles south |
| Mansfield Woodhouse | 2 | 7.0 miles north-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Alma
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Shine Dental Care Mansfield in Mansfield Woodhouse (5.0 from 615 reviews), 7.9 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Shine Dental Care MansfieldMansfield Woodhouse | 5.0 (615 reviews) | 7.9 miles north-east |
| Stella Dental NottinghamNottingham | 5.0 (116 reviews) | 9.9 miles south-east |
| Complete OrthodonticsArnold | 5.0 (14 reviews) | 9.7 miles south-east |
| Westdale DentalNottingham | 4.9 (730 reviews) | 9.7 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Alma at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Ashfield |
| NHS dental services | NHS Nottingham and Nottinghamshire Integrated Care Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | More deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 19.5% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,680 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 9% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 11.5% aged 16 to 24 and 28% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 16.8% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 3,016 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 26.1% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 4 practices, more than 56% of towns in England |
| Access within Nottinghamshire | 121st closest to an orthodontic practice of 321 places in the county (the county median is 3.7 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 3.0 miles away, closer than 57% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 9% here, against 6.6% across neighbourhoods in Nottinghamshire |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Charles Clifford Dental Hospital, Sheffield — 23 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Selston High School — 0.4 miles Frederick Gent School — 2.5 miles Outwood Academy Kirkby — 3.0 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 3 schools, about 2,186 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 19.9% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Kirkby Dental Practice, Sutton in Ashfield — 3 miles Refine Specialist Dental Care, Alfreton — 4 miles Heanor Dental Care, Heanor — 5 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 28 within 10 miles, 77 within 20 miles |
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.
Getting orthodontic treatment from Alma
The nearest practice to Alma is Kirkby Dental Practice in Sutton in Ashfield, 3 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 28 practices, and within 20 there are 77.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Smilestyle Signature Dental Care (8 miles) mentions a free consultation; Dr Serena Hoyte (7.8 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 20 of the practices around Alma list clear aligners, the nearest 3 miles away.
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 Alma are commissioned by NHS Nottingham and Nottinghamshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Kirkby Dental Practice in Sutton in Ashfield, 3 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Charles Clifford Dental Hospital in Sheffield, about 23 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Alma
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If you are looking for an orthodontist in Alma, this page is designed to help you compare braces, clear aligners, and online assessment options before arranging a visit. It is written to be useful for anyone researching treatment across Nottinghamshire, not just Alma.
Area profile for Alma
Alma's ONS geography type is urban: Nearer to a major town or city. For NHS dental services, Alma falls under NHS Nottingham and Nottinghamshire Integrated Care Board. Census data puts 19.5% of Alma's population at under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Alma, 9% of the 1,680 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 6.6% average across Nottinghamshire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Alma has 4 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 56% of towns in England. 19.9% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. The closest secondary schools to Alma are Selston High School (0.4 miles) and Frederick Gent School (2.5 miles). 3 secondary schools are within three miles. Alma falls in a more deprived area than most of England, which can be relevant to NHS orthodontic eligibility. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Alma is about 23 miles from Charles Clifford Dental Hospital in Sheffield.
Local snapshot of Alma
The nearest other location we cover is Hanstubbin, under 1 km to the north.
What local practice data suggests in Alma
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Alma. The nearest we do hold are Kirkby Dental Practice in Sutton in Ashfield, about 3 miles away; Refine Specialist Dental Care in Alfreton, about 4 miles away; and Heanor Dental Care, about 5 miles away.
Continue your local research
If you are comparing a wider local area, you can also browse nearby orthodontic location pages such as Hanstubbin, Inkerman, Rosemaryhill, Selston, Annesley Lane End, and Dove Green.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Alma
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Alma can feel overwhelming at first. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Alma
No single treatment wins on every measure — this narrows things down to what matters most for your situation:
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Alma
Many people in Alma delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Alma
Orthodontic practices in and around Alma vary in the treatments and appointment types they offer. Alma is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Nottingham and Nottinghamshire Integrated Care Board. Census figures show 19.5% of the local population is under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 9% of the 1,680 residents in Alma's census neighbourhood, above the 6.6% average across Nottinghamshire. With 4 orthodontic practices within five miles, Alma is better served than 56% of towns in England. OHID data for this ICB shows 19.9% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Secondary-age pupils near Alma attend schools such as Selston High School (0.4 miles) and Frederick Gent School (2.5 miles). 3 secondary schools are within three miles. National deprivation data ranks Alma among England's more deprived areas. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Alma is about 23 miles from Charles Clifford Dental Hospital in Sheffield. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Alma. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Alma
For wider local orthodontic research, these links help place Alma, Nottinghamshire within a broader nearby area. Other local pages worth browsing include Hanstubbin, Inkerman, Rosemaryhill, Selston, Annesley Lane End, and Dove Green.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Alma
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Alma often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Alma?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Alma is Kirkby Dental Practice in Sutton in Ashfield, about 3.0 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Refine Specialist Dental Care (4.3 miles) and Heanor Dental Care (4.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Alma?
Our register has 4 practices within 5 miles of Alma, 28 practices within 10 miles and 77 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Alma?
The nearest practice to Alma that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Kirkby Dental Practice in Sutton in Ashfield, about 3.0 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Refine Specialist Dental Care (4.3 miles) and Heanor Dental Care (4.7 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Alma, Nottinghamshire?
Beginning with an online photo review is usually quicker than arranging an in-person consultation for an initial opinion.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Alma, Nottinghamshire?
Yes. A review of your photos and concerns can help show whether braces or clear aligners may be the better route.