Retainers in Annesley Woodhouse at a Glance
| Nearest practice listing retainers | Kirkby Dental Practice, Sutton in Ashfield — 1.4 miles; 10 within 10 miles |
|---|---|
| Nearest practice with emergency care | Refine Specialist Dental Care, Alfreton — 5.7 miles |
| Nearest practice open evenings or weekends | Kirkby Dental Practice, Sutton in Ashfield — 1.4 miles; 14 within 10 miles |
| Residents under 16 | 14.4% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.4% of 1,499 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Practices on our register | 2 within 5 miles, 29 within 10, 77 within 20 |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Households without a car | 11.1% in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Residents per square kilometre | 123 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
Sources: Census 2021 (NOMIS), DfE Get Information About Schools, ONS geography, UK NHS dental charge schedules and our orthodontic practice register. Distances are straight-line.
Practices near Annesley Woodhouse listing retainers
On our practice register: 2 practices within 5 miles of Annesley Woodhouse, 29 practices within 10 and 77 practices within 20. The closest is Kirkby Dental Practice in Sutton in Ashfield, 1.4 miles north. The nearest listing retainers is Kirkby Dental Practice, 1.4 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | Retainers | Emergency care | Evenings or weekends | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kirkby Dental PracticeSutton in Ashfield | 1.4 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.4 (314 reviews) |
| The Orthodontic PracticeMansfield Woodhouse | 5.5 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | 4.7 (88 reviews) |
| Refine Specialist Dental CareAlfreton | 5.7 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | – | 4.4 (96 reviews) |
| Arrow Orthodontics LtdHucknall | 6.4 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Smile Studio Walk In CentreArnold | 7.5 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (106 reviews) |
| Westdale DentalNottingham | 8.9 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (730 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Annesley Woodhouse with practices listing retainers
The closest town with practices listing retainers is Sutton in Ashfield, 1.4 miles north; the next are Mansfield Woodhouse (5.5 miles north-east) and Alfreton (5.7 miles west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Sutton in Ashfield | 1 | 1.4 miles north |
| Mansfield Woodhouse | 1 | 5.5 miles north-east |
| Alfreton | 1 | 5.7 miles west |
| Hucknall | 1 | 6.4 miles south-east |
| Arnold | 1 | 7.5 miles south-east |
| Nottingham | 5 | 8.9 miles south-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Annesley Woodhouse
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Stella Dental Nottingham (5.0 from 116 reviews), 9.7 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Stella Dental NottinghamNottingham | 5.0 (116 reviews) | 9.7 miles south-east |
| Westdale DentalNottingham | 4.9 (730 reviews) | 8.9 miles south-east |
| Pure OrthodonticsNottingham | 4.9 (242 reviews) | 9.8 miles south-east |
| Smile Studio Walk In CentreArnold | 4.8 (106 reviews) | 7.5 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Retainers near Annesley Woodhouse
| What you may need | Look for | Nearest listing it | Next nearest | Within 20 miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Retainers | retainers | Kirkby Dental Practice, Sutton in Ashfield (1.4 miles) | The Orthodontic Practice (5.5 miles); Refine Specialist Dental Care (5.7 miles) | 10 |
| Urgent repairs | emergency care | Refine Specialist Dental Care, Alfreton (5.7 miles) | none other | 1 |
| Visits outside working hours | evening or weekend opening | Kirkby Dental Practice, Sutton in Ashfield (1.4 miles) | Market Place Dental Care (5.1 miles); Kimberley Dental (5.8 miles) | 14 |
| A fresh scan for a new retainer | digital scanning | Kirkby Dental Practice, Sutton in Ashfield (1.4 miles) | Kimberley Dental (5.8 miles); Arrow Orthodontics Ltd (6.4 miles) | 8 |
Built from what each practice's own published information mentions, so a missing entry means not mentioned, which does not mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
The result you paid for is only as durable as your commitment to retainers. Relapse begins quickly once active treatment stops, which is why retention never truly ends. How diligently they're worn is what determines how long your Annesley Woodhouse treatment result lasts.
Retainer Services in Annesley Woodhouse
Appointment availability and the range of treatments on offer both vary practice to practice around Annesley Woodhouse. ONS classifies Annesley Woodhouse as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Nottingham and Nottinghamshire Integrated Care Board. 14.4% of Annesley Woodhouse's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 5.4% of the 1,499 residents in Annesley Woodhouse's census neighbourhood, below the 6.6% average across Nottinghamshire. 19.9% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. The closest secondary schools to Annesley Woodhouse are Outwood Academy Kirkby (1.4 miles) and Selston High School (2.1 miles). 4 secondary schools are within three miles. Annesley Woodhouse falls in a less deprived area than most of England. The nearest university dental hospital to Annesley Woodhouse is Charles Clifford Dental Hospital, Sheffield, about 23 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. See local practice availability in Annesley Woodhouse → They typically offer retainer fitting, replacement, and emergency repair appointments.
As a guide, private replacement Essix retainers (per arch) in Annesley Woodhouse usually ranges from £80 to £150. Most practices can fabricate a replacement from a new scan or impression within a few working days. If you have moved away from your original treating practice, any orthodontic or dental practice in Annesley Woodhouse can usually provide replacement retainers.
Replacing and Maintaining Retainers in Annesley Woodhouse
Removable Essix retainers typically last one to three years before wear, warping or cracking calls for replacement, at roughly £80–£150 per arch. Hawley retainers are tougher and can last five to ten years; fixed wires last for years but can debond from a single tooth.
If you lose or break a retainer, contact an orthodontist in Annesley Woodhouse promptly — most can make a replacement Essix within a few days from a scan. In the meantime, wear your old one if it still fits: even a damaged retainer beats none.
Retainer Options in Annesley Woodhouse
Fixed (bonded) retainers are the set-and-forget option — a hidden wire fixed behind the incisors that never relies on you remembering to wear it. They do demand a bit more care at brushing time to avoid plaque around the wire.
Essix retainers are the transparent tray-style retainer worn over the teeth — nearly invisible and comfortable, though the plastic warps if exposed to heat and usually lasts one to three years.
Hawley retainers are the classic removable retainer: robust, adjustable, and long-lived, with the only real downside being that the front wire is visible when in.
Many orthodontists in Annesley Woodhouse now provide both a fixed wire for continuous protection and a removable Essix tray for overnight use, combining the strengths of each.
Orthodontic Aftercare in Annesley Woodhouse
Post-treatment aftercare is arguably the most important phase of orthodontic treatment in Annesley Woodhouse. The best clinical outcome can be lost within months if retention is neglected. Understanding the aftercare process helps you make the most of your investment.
Ongoing Check-ups After Treatment
Routine 6-monthly dental check-ups remain important after orthodontic treatment. Your dentist will check fixed retainer integrity, gum health around bonded wires, removable retainer fit, and early signs of tooth movement. Contact your orthodontist promptly if: your removable retainer no longer fits easily, a fixed retainer wire appears to have moved, or you notice teeth changing position.
Frequently Asked Questions — Retainers in Annesley Woodhouse
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Annesley Woodhouse?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Annesley Woodhouse is Kirkby Dental Practice in Sutton in Ashfield, about 1.4 miles to the north. The next closest are Hucknall Dental Care (3.9 miles) and Market Place Dental Care (5.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Annesley Woodhouse?
Our register has 2 practices within 5 miles of Annesley Woodhouse, 29 practices within 10 miles and 77 practices within 20 miles.
Where can I get a retainer near Annesley Woodhouse?
The nearest practice to Annesley Woodhouse that lists retainers is Kirkby Dental Practice in Sutton in Ashfield, about 1.4 miles to the north. Others nearby include The Orthodontic Practice (5.5 miles) and Refine Specialist Dental Care (5.7 miles).
Is tooth decay common among young children near Annesley Woodhouse?
OHID figures for this ICB show 19.9% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay.
What county is Annesley Woodhouse in?
Annesley Woodhouse falls within Nottinghamshire.
Which NHS body covers Annesley Woodhouse for dental care?
Annesley Woodhouse sits within NHS Nottingham and Nottinghamshire Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning.
Is Annesley Woodhouse a family area?
Census data puts 14.4% of Annesley Woodhouse's population at under 16.
Can I whiten my teeth while wearing retainers?
Clear Essix retainers can double as whitening trays with dentist-supplied gel, and removable retainers are simply taken out during in-chair whitening. A fixed bonded wire doesn't prevent whitening of the front teeth, though the gel won't reach directly behind it. Your dentist can advise the best approach.
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.
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