Orthodontic practices near Bakersfield
On our practice register: 31 practices within 5 miles of Bakersfield, 38 practices within 10 and 86 practices within 20. The closest is Netherfield Smile Centre in Gedling, 1.0 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Netherfield Smile CentreGedling | 1.0 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (899 reviews) |
| Gedling Dental - NottinghamGedling | 1.1 miles north-east | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (258 reviews) |
| Complete OrthodonticsArnold | 1.8 miles north | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (14 reviews) |
| Westdale DentalNottingham | 1.8 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (730 reviews) |
| Lady Bay Dental CareNottingham | 1.9 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (156 reviews) |
| Bridgford Dental PracticeNottingham | 2.2 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.5 (79 reviews) |
| J C M HarrisonNottingham | 2.4 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.0 (2 reviews) |
| East Midlands OrthodonticsNottingham | 2.4 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (152 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Bakersfield with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Gedling, 1.0 miles north-east; the next are Arnold (1.8 miles north) and Nottingham (1.8 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Gedling | 2 | 1.0 miles north-east |
| Arnold | 5 | 1.8 miles north |
| Nottingham | 16 | 1.8 miles north |
| West Bridgford | 3 | 2.5 miles south-west |
| Burton Joyce | 1 | 3.1 miles north-east |
| Basford | 1 | 3.9 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Bakersfield
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Gedling Dental - Nottingham (5.0 from 258 reviews), 1.1 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Gedling Dental - NottinghamGedling | 5.0 (258 reviews) | 1.1 miles north-east |
| Lady Bay Dental CareNottingham | 5.0 (156 reviews) | 1.9 miles south-west |
| Stella Dental NottinghamNottingham | 5.0 (116 reviews) | 2.5 miles west |
| Complete OrthodonticsArnold | 5.0 (14 reviews) | 1.8 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Bakersfield at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Gedling |
| 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 | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 15.4% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,265 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.4% aged 16 to 24 and 29.4% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 12.8% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 4,144 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 17.1% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 31 practices, more than 96% of towns in England |
| Access within Nottinghamshire | 26th closest to an orthodontic practice of 321 places in the county (the county median is 3.7 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 1.0 miles away, closer than 83% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.7% here, against 6.6% across neighbourhoods in Nottinghamshire |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Charles Clifford Dental Hospital, Sheffield — 33 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Nottingham Academy — 0.7 miles Carlton Academy — 1.0 miles Carlton le Willows Academy — 1.7 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 11 schools, about 13,366 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 19.9% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Netherfield Smile Centre, Gedling — 1 miles Complete Orthodontics, Arnold — 2 miles Westdale Dental, Nottingham — 2 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 38 within 10 miles, 86 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 Bakersfield
Bakersfield is 1 miles from Netherfield Smile Centre in Gedling, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 38 practices, and within 20 there are 86.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Westdale Dental (1.8 miles) mentions a free consultation; Regent Street Clinic Nottingham (2.4 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 22 of the practices around Bakersfield list clear aligners, the nearest 1 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 Bakersfield are commissioned by NHS Nottingham and Nottinghamshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Netherfield Smile Centre in Gedling, 1 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Charles Clifford Dental Hospital in Sheffield, about 33 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Bakersfield
Nottinghamshire12 nearby locationsCompare braces and clear aligners in Bakersfield
Orthodontist in Bakersfield: People weighing up braces or aligners in Bakersfield can use this page to understand the options before making contact with a practice. It is written to be useful for anyone researching treatment across Nottinghamshire, not just Bakersfield.
Useful local orthodontic context for Bakersfield
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Bakersfield. The nearest we do hold are Netherfield Smile Centre in Gedling, about a mile away; Complete Orthodontics in Arnold, about 2 miles away; and Westdale Dental in Nottingham, about 2 miles away.
Where Bakersfield sits locally
Heading north-west for around 2 km brings you to Thorneywood, the closest linked location.
Bakersfield in context
Bakersfield — urban: Nearer to a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Nottingham and Nottinghamshire Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. Census data puts 15.4% of Bakersfield's population at under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Bakersfield, 6.7% of the 1,265 residents are aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.6% average across Nottinghamshire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (31), Bakersfield has more choice than 96% of towns in England. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 19.9% of local 5-year-olds. Families in Bakersfield are served by secondary schools including Nottingham Academy (0.7 miles) and Carlton Academy (1.0 miles). 11 secondary schools are within three miles. National deprivation data puts Bakersfield close to the England median. The nearest university dental hospital to Bakersfield is Charles Clifford Dental Hospital, Sheffield, about 33 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Explore more local orthodontic pages
You can carry on your local research by browsing related pages for Adbolton, Colwick, Porchester, Thorneywood, Gedling, and Holme Pierrepont.
Orthodontic Treatments in Bakersfield
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Bakersfield 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.
How to Choose in Bakersfield
The right treatment depends on three factors: clinical complexity, lifestyle, and budget. Complex bite problems are best handled by fixed braces. Patients with mild to moderate issues who prioritise aesthetics are good aligner candidates. Budget matters — NHS metal braces are the most affordable route for eligible patients, while payment plans from most Bakersfield practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
The Orthodontic Journey in Bakersfield
Orthodontic treatment in Bakersfield is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. Knowing what happens at each step — and roughly how long it takes — removes most of the uncertainty. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.
Making Treatment Go Smoothly in Bakersfield
- Don't skip adjustment visits — each one keeps the plan on schedule; missing them just adds time later.
- Step up your cleaning routine — brackets and wires trap plaque, so interdental brushes and fluoride mouthwash matter more than usual.
- Aligner wear time is non-negotiable — under 20–22 hours a day and the plan slips, sometimes needing extra refinement trays.
- Report breakages same-day — a loose bracket or broken wire left unaddressed can undo weeks of progress.
- Retainers start the moment treatment ends — this is the single biggest factor in whether the result actually lasts.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Bakersfield
Practices serving Bakersfield differ in what they offer, from brace type to appointment availability. By ONS classification, Bakersfield falls under urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dental commissioning in Bakersfield falls under NHS Nottingham and Nottinghamshire Integrated Care Board. 15.4% of Bakersfield's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Bakersfield, 6.7% of the 1,265 residents are aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.6% average across Nottinghamshire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (31), Bakersfield has more choice than 96% of towns in England. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 19.9% of local 5-year-olds. Families in Bakersfield are served by secondary schools including Nottingham Academy (0.7 miles) and Carlton Academy (1.0 miles). 11 secondary schools are within three miles. Bakersfield sits close to the England average for deprivation. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Bakersfield is about 33 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 Bakersfield. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Bakersfield
For wider local orthodontic research, these links help place Bakersfield, Nottinghamshire within a broader nearby area. Nearby pages covering Adbolton, Colwick, Porchester, Thorneywood, Gedling, and Holme Pierrepont may also help if you are still comparing locations.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Bakersfield
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Bakersfield often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Bakersfield?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Bakersfield is Netherfield Smile Centre in Gedling, about 1.0 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Gedling Dental - Nottingham (1.1 miles) and Complete Orthodontics (1.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Bakersfield?
Our register has 31 practices within 5 miles of Bakersfield, 38 practices within 10 miles and 86 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Bakersfield?
The nearest practice to Bakersfield that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Netherfield Smile Centre in Gedling, about 1.0 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Westdale Dental (1.8 miles) and Bridgford Dental Practice (2.2 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Bakersfield, Nottinghamshire?
Most patients start by uploading photos rather than booking a first consultation blind, which helps set expectations early.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Bakersfield, Nottinghamshire?
Yes. A clinician-reviewed assessment can help you understand whether fixed braces or clear aligners may be more suitable based on the movements required and your treatment goals.