Retainers in Awsworth at a Glance
| Nearest practice listing retainers | Beeston Dental Practice, Long Eaton — 5.1 miles; 8 within 10 miles |
|---|---|
| Nearest practice with emergency care | None within 30 miles on our register |
| Nearest practice open evenings or weekends | Kimberley Dental, Kimberley — 1.2 miles; 13 within 10 miles |
| Residents under 16 | 17.2% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6% of 2,163 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Practices on our register | 8 within 5 miles, 52 within 10, 91 within 20 |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Households without a car | 13.2% in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Residents per square kilometre | 1,456 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 Awsworth listing retainers
On our practice register: 8 practices within 5 miles of Awsworth, 52 practices within 10 and 91 practices within 20. The closest is Kimberley Dental, 1.2 miles north-east. The nearest listing retainers is Beeston Dental Practice, 5.1 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | Retainers | Emergency care | Evenings or weekends | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beeston Dental PracticeLong Eaton | 5.1 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (305 reviews) |
| Arrow Orthodontics LtdHucknall | 5.2 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Stella Dental NottinghamNottingham | 5.6 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | 5.0 (116 reviews) |
| J C M HarrisonNottingham | 5.7 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.0 (2 reviews) |
| East Midlands OrthodonticsNottingham | 5.7 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.6 (152 reviews) |
| Pure OrthodonticsNottingham | 5.7 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (242 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Awsworth with practices listing retainers
The closest town with practices listing retainers is Long Eaton, 5.1 miles south-east; the next are Hucknall (5.2 miles east) and Nottingham (5.6 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Long Eaton | 1 | 5.1 miles south-east |
| Hucknall | 1 | 5.2 miles east |
| Nottingham | 5 | 5.6 miles south-east |
| Arnold | 1 | 6.5 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Awsworth
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Stella Dental Nottingham (5.0 from 116 reviews), 5.6 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Stella Dental NottinghamNottingham | 5.0 (116 reviews) | 5.6 miles south-east |
| Westdale DentalNottingham | 4.9 (730 reviews) | 6.9 miles east |
| Pure OrthodonticsNottingham | 4.9 (242 reviews) | 5.7 miles south-east |
| Beeston Dental PracticeLong Eaton | 4.8 (305 reviews) | 5.1 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Retainers near Awsworth
| What you may need | Look for | Nearest listing it | Next nearest | Within 20 miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Retainers | retainers | Beeston Dental Practice, Long Eaton (5.1 miles) | Arrow Orthodontics Ltd (5.2 miles); Stella Dental Nottingham (5.6 miles) | 8 |
| Urgent repairs | emergency care | not mentioned nearby | none other | 0 |
| Visits outside working hours | evening or weekend opening | Kimberley Dental (1.2 miles) | Heanor Dental Care (3.1 miles); The Smile Suite, Nottingham (4.7 miles) | 13 |
| A fresh scan for a new retainer | digital scanning | Kimberley Dental (1.2 miles) | Smilestyle Signature Dental Care (3.9 miles); Beeston Dental Practice (5.1 miles) | 9 |
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.
Retainers are the final — and permanent — phase of any orthodontic treatment. During the months of remodelling, retainers hold the teeth precisely where treatment left them. Practices across Awsworth usually supply both a fixed wire and a removable tray for belt-and-braces protection.
How Long Is Retention?
Guidance has shifted in recent years: removable retainers are now recommended indefinitely — full-time for the first 3–6 months, then nights only, then several nights a week for life. The old 'stop after two years' advice caused many relapses.
Fixed bonded retainers stay in place permanently unless they break, needing no daily decision — which makes them the most reliable long-term method.
If a removable retainer stops fitting after a gap in wear, don't force it — contact your orthodontist. A new retainer, or occasionally a short retreatment, is far cheaper than letting relapse set in.
Retainer Services in Awsworth
Not every practice near Awsworth offers the same treatments, so it's worth checking what each one covers. Awsworth — urban: Nearer to a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Nottingham and Nottinghamshire Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. 17.2% of Awsworth's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 2,163 residents in the neighbourhood around Awsworth, 6% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 6.6% average across Nottinghamshire. With 7 orthodontic practices within five miles, Awsworth is better served than 66% of towns in England. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 19.9% of local 5-year-olds. Families in Awsworth are served by secondary schools including The Kimberley School (1.2 miles) and Ormiston Ilkeston Enterprise Academy (1.9 miles). 6 secondary schools are within three miles. National deprivation data puts Awsworth close to the England median. The nearest university dental hospital to Awsworth is Charles Clifford Dental Hospital, Sheffield, about 28 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. See local practice availability in Awsworth → They typically offer retainer fitting, replacement, and emergency repair appointments.
Private replacement Essix retainers (per arch) costs in Awsworth generally sit between £80 and £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 Awsworth can usually provide replacement retainers.
Replacing and Maintaining Retainers in Awsworth
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.
Treat a lost or broken retainer as time-sensitive. Any orthodontic practice in Awsworth can help, and catching a problem early is always far cheaper than dealing with relapse later.
Orthodontic Aftercare in Awsworth
Post-treatment aftercare is arguably the most important phase of orthodontic treatment in Awsworth. The de-bond appointment, retainer fitting, whitening timing and retention habits all decide whether your result lasts. Understanding the aftercare process helps you make the most of your investment.
Aftercare Services in Awsworth
How quickly you can be seen, and what's on offer, varies between the practices serving Awsworth. ONS classifies Awsworth as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. Awsworth sits within NHS Nottingham and Nottinghamshire Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. 17.2% of Awsworth's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 2,163 residents in the neighbourhood around Awsworth, 6% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 6.6% average across Nottinghamshire. With 7 orthodontic practices within five miles, Awsworth is better served than 66% of towns in England. 19.9% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Secondary-age pupils near Awsworth attend schools such as The Kimberley School (1.2 miles) and Ormiston Ilkeston Enterprise Academy (1.9 miles). 6 secondary schools are within three miles. Awsworth sits close to the England average for deprivation. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Awsworth is about 28 miles from Charles Clifford Dental Hospital in Sheffield. They typically offer post-treatment services including retainer fitting, replacement, and professional whitening.
Frequently Asked Questions — Retainers in Awsworth
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Awsworth?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Awsworth is Kimberley Dental, about 1.2 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Dr Serena Hoyte (2.8 miles) and Heanor Dental Care (3.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Awsworth?
Our register has 8 practices within 5 miles of Awsworth, 52 practices within 10 miles and 91 practices within 20 miles.
Where can I get a retainer near Awsworth?
The nearest practice to Awsworth that lists retainers is Beeston Dental Practice in Long Eaton, about 5.1 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Arrow Orthodontics Ltd (5.2 miles) and Stella Dental Nottingham (5.6 miles).
What kind of area is Awsworth?
By ONS classification, Awsworth falls under urban: Nearer to a major town or city.
How deprived is Awsworth compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, Awsworth is close to the England average for deprivation. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
How big is Awsworth?
Awsworth has a population of around 2,634.
Is Awsworth a family area?
Around 17.2% of Awsworth's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census.
Can I wear a retainer if I also have aligners?
If you completed aligner treatment, your final aligner tray can act as a temporary retainer while a permanent retainer is made. Your clinician may also supply Vivera retainers (made by Align Technology) which are designed specifically for post-Invisalign retention.
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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