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Orthodontic practices near Babbington

On our practice register: 10 practices within 5 miles of Babbington, 48 practices within 10 and 90 practices within 20. The closest is Kimberley Dental, 0.8 miles north-east.

PracticeDistanceNHSBracesAlignersGoogle rating
Kimberley DentalKimberley0.8 miles north-east✓–✓4.9 (251 reviews)
Dr Serena HoyteIlkeston3.1 miles south-west––✓5.0 (2 reviews)
Heanor Dental CareHeanor3.5 miles west✓––4.0 (66 reviews)
Smilestyle Signature Dental CareBasford3.5 miles east✓–✓4.9 (217 reviews)
Hucknall Dental CareHucknall4.3 miles north-east✓✓✓4.7 (881 reviews)
Boulevard Dental PracticeNottingham4.3 miles south-east––✓4.7 (75 reviews)
The Smile Suite, NottinghamArnold4.3 miles east✓––4.8 (74 reviews)
Arrow Orthodontics LtdHucknall4.8 miles east✓–✓–

✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.

Nearest places to Babbington with orthodontic practices

The closest town with orthodontic practices is Kimberley, 0.8 miles north-east; the next are Ilkeston (3.1 miles south-west) and Heanor (3.5 miles west).

PlacePracticesNearest
Kimberley10.8 miles north-east
Ilkeston13.1 miles south-west
Heanor13.5 miles west
Basford13.5 miles east
Hucknall24.3 miles north-east
Nottingham154.3 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 Babbington

Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Lady Bay Dental Care in Nottingham (5.0 from 156 reviews), 6.8 miles south-east.

PracticeGoogle ratingDistance
Lady Bay Dental CareNottingham5.0 (156 reviews)6.8 miles south-east
Stella Dental NottinghamNottingham5.0 (116 reviews)5.2 miles south-east
Complete OrthodonticsArnold5.0 (14 reviews)6.5 miles east
Westdale DentalNottingham4.9 (730 reviews)6.5 miles east

Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.

Babbington at a Glance

NationEngland
Council areaBroxtowe
NHS dental servicesNHS Nottingham and Nottinghamshire Integrated Care Board
NHS orthodontic chargesFree for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10)
Area type (ONS)Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
DeprivationLess deprived than most of England
Residents under 1614% (Census 2021)
Neighbourhood residents1,403 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021)
Aged 10 to 15 locally4.9% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment
Adults locally8.1% aged 16 to 24 and 27.9% aged 25 to 49
Households without a car19.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more
Residents per square kilometre280 in that area (Census 2021)
Daily activities limited by health17.3% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility
Practices within 5 miles10 practices, more than 75% of towns in England
Access within Nottinghamshire20th closest to an orthodontic practice of 321 places in the county (the county median is 3.7 miles)
Nearest practice compared0.8 miles away, closer than 86% of towns in England
Aged 10 to 15 vs county4.9% here, against 6.6% across neighbourhoods in Nottinghamshire
Nearest university dental hospitalCharles Clifford Dental Hospital, Sheffield — 28 miles
Nearest secondary schoolsThe Kimberley School — 0.8 miles
Nottingham University Samworth Academy — 2.3 miles
Ormiston Ilkeston Enterprise Academy — 2.3 miles
Secondary schools within 3 miles6 schools, about 5,681 pupils (DfE)
5-year-olds with visible decay19.9% across the local ICB (OHID)
Nearest orthodontic practicesKimberley Dental, Kimberley — under a mile
Dr Serena Hoyte, Ilkeston — 3 miles
Heanor Dental Care, Heanor — 4 miles
Practices within 10 and 20 miles48 within 10 miles, 90 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 Babbington

The nearest practice to Babbington is Kimberley Dental, under a mile away, close enough that the many short appointments in a course of treatment are rarely a burden. Within 10 miles there are 48 practices, and within 20 there are 90.

Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Smilestyle Signature Dental Care (3.5 miles) mentions a free consultation; Dr Serena Hoyte (3.1 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 21 of the practices around Babbington list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile away.

If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Babbington are commissioned by NHS Nottingham and Nottinghamshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Kimberley Dental, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Charles Clifford Dental Hospital in Sheffield, about 28 miles away.

Orthodontic Treatment In Babbington

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Orthodontic care near Babbington

Orthodontist in Babbington: This page is built to support early-stage orthodontic research for people looking at treatment options in Babbington. It is also useful for patients researching treatment across Nottinghamshire and the surrounding area.

Where Babbington sits locally

Heading west for under 1 km brings you to Awsworth, the closest linked location.

Compare nearby areas

Nearby location pages including Awsworth, Kimberley, Cossall, Giltbrook, Newthorpe, and Watnall can help you keep exploring local orthodontic treatment options.

Area profile for Babbington

Babbington — urban: Nearer to a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Nottingham and Nottinghamshire Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. Babbington's under-16 share, 14%, is below the typical level. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 4.9% of the 1,403 residents in Babbington's census neighbourhood, below the 6.6% average across Nottinghamshire. Babbington has 10 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 75% of towns in England. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 19.9% of local 5-year-olds. Secondary-age pupils near Babbington attend schools such as The Kimberley School (0.8 miles) and Nottingham University Samworth Academy (2.3 miles). 6 secondary schools are within three miles. By national deprivation ranking, Babbington sits among the less deprived areas of England. The nearest university dental hospital to Babbington is Charles Clifford Dental Hospital, Sheffield, about 28 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.

Local provider signals in Babbington

There is no orthodontist on our records in Babbington itself. The nearest recorded are Kimberley Dental, under a mile away; Dr Serena Hoyte in Ilkeston, about 3 miles away; and Heanor Dental Care, about 4 miles away.

Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Babbington

From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Babbington has the full spectrum of options. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.

Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Babbington

Every treatment type has strengths and limitations. This filters quickly to the options most relevant to your situation:

Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Babbington

Starting orthodontic treatment in Babbington can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. Knowing what happens at each step — and roughly how long it takes — removes most of the uncertainty. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.

From First Photo to Finished Smile in Babbington

Every case in Babbington follows broadly the same arc; knowing the stages in advance makes the whole thing feel far more manageable.

This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Babbington. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.

Frequently Asked Questions in Babbington

Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Babbington often want to know before getting started.

Where is the nearest orthodontist to Babbington?

On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Babbington is Kimberley Dental, about 0.8 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Dr Serena Hoyte (3.1 miles) and Heanor Dental Care (3.5 miles).

How many orthodontic practices are near Babbington?

Our register has 10 practices within 5 miles of Babbington, 48 practices within 10 miles and 90 practices within 20 miles.

Is there an NHS orthodontist near Babbington?

The nearest practice to Babbington that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Kimberley Dental, about 0.8 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Heanor Dental Care (3.5 miles) and Smilestyle Signature Dental Care (3.5 miles).

How do I start orthodontic treatment in Babbington, Nottinghamshire?

For many patients, the simplest way to begin is with a remote assessment that helps clarify likely next steps.

Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Babbington, Nottinghamshire?

Yes. A guided assessment can help turn a general comparison into advice that is more relevant to your situation.

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TitleBabbington, Nottinghamshire Smile Straightening
PublisherVirtual Consultant Online
Published1 June 2022
Modified10 October 2026
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