Orthodontic practices near Ballidon
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of Ballidon; 34 practices within 20. The closest is Refine Specialist Dental Care in Alfreton, 12.7 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Refine Specialist Dental CareAlfreton | 12.7 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.4 (96 reviews) |
| Peak Smile StudioPilsley | 13.0 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.1 (39 reviews) |
| Ashbourne Road DentalDerby | 14.3 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (346 reviews) |
| No1 The Orthodontic SpecialistsFindern | 14.3 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (139 reviews) |
| NO.1 THE ORTHODONTIC SPECIALISTDerby | 14.3 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| The Orthodontic Practice / Derby Orthodontics (R V Patel)Derby | 14.4 miles south-east | – | – | – | 2.3 (6 reviews) |
| The Orthodontic PracticeDerby | 14.4 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.8 (128 reviews) |
| Orthodontics DerbyMarchington | 14.5 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (1 review) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Ballidon with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Alfreton, 12.7 miles east; the next are Pilsley (13.0 miles north-east) and Derby (14.3 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Alfreton | 1 | 12.7 miles east |
| Pilsley | 1 | 13.0 miles north-east |
| Derby | 14 | 14.3 miles south-east |
| Findern | 1 | 14.3 miles south-east |
| Marchington | 1 | 14.5 miles south |
| Walton | 1 | 14.7 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 Ballidon
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is The Dental Practice at Dronfield Woodhouse (5.0 from 371 reviews), 16.8 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Dental Practice at Dronfield WoodhouseDronfield | 5.0 (371 reviews) | 16.8 miles north-east |
| Ferndale House Dental PracticeChesterfield | 5.0 (143 reviews) | 15.0 miles north-east |
| Chesterfield OrthodonticsChesterfield | 5.0 (122 reviews) | 15.0 miles north-east |
| Ashbourne Road DentalDerby | 4.9 (346 reviews) | 14.3 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Ballidon at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Derbyshire Dales |
| NHS dental services | NHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 13.6% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,770 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.4% aged 16 to 24 and 19.5% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 5.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 27 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Derbyshire | 598th closest to an orthodontic practice of 609 places in the county (the county median is 3.7 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.6% here, against 6.4% across neighbourhoods in Derbyshire |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Charles Clifford Dental Hospital, Sheffield — 22 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School — 4.9 miles Anthony Gell School — 5.4 miles |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 18.8% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Refine Specialist Dental Care, Alfreton — 13 miles Peak Smile Studio, Pilsley — 13 miles Ashbourne Road Dental, Derby — 14 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 30 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 0 within 10 miles, 34 within 20 miles |
| Nearest general dentist | Bupa Dental Care — 6 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 Ballidon
From Ballidon the nearest practice is Refine Specialist Dental Care in Alfreton, 12.7 miles away. A course of braces or aligners involves many appointments, so the length of that journey matters when comparing it with practices further afield. 34 practices are within 20 miles.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: No1 The Orthodontic Specialists (14.3 miles) mentions a free consultation; Chesterfield Orthodontics (15 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 22 of the practices around Ballidon list clear aligners, the nearest 12.7 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 Ballidon are commissioned by NHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Refine Specialist Dental Care in Alfreton, 12.7 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Charles Clifford Dental Hospital in Sheffield, about 22 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Ballidon to Refine Specialist Dental Care is roughly 30 minutes each way. A course of fixed braces typically means 10 to 20 visits (a consultation, the fitting, 7 to 17 adjustments and the removal), which from here comes to about 330 to 660 miles and 10 to 20 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £150 to £295 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 200 to 330 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 5.1% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Ballidon
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The local picture in Ballidon
Officially, Ballidon is categorised as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board. Ballidon has a smaller share of children than most areas — 13.6% of residents are under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Ballidon, 6.6% of the 1,770 residents are aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.4% average across Derbyshire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Ballidon has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 13 miles away. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 18.8% of local 5-year-olds. The closest secondary schools to Ballidon are Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School (4.9 miles) and Anthony Gell School (5.4 miles). By national deprivation ranking, Ballidon is roughly mid-table for England. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Ballidon is Charles Clifford Dental Hospital in Sheffield, about 22 miles away.
Ballidon at a glance
Just around 1 km west, Parwich is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
Practice data for Ballidon
There is no orthodontist on our records in Ballidon itself. The nearest recorded are Refine Specialist Dental Care in Alfreton, about 13 miles away; Peak Smile Studio in Pilsley, about 13 miles away; and Ashbourne Road Dental in Derby, about 14 miles away.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Ballidon
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Ballidon helps you ask the right questions. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Ballidon — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Ballidon
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Ballidon has the full spectrum of options. The best treatment isn't the most expensive or the most discreet — it's the one that matches your case, lifestyle and budget. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Ballidon
Every treatment type has strengths and limitations. This filters quickly to the options most relevant to your situation:
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Ballidon. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
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This part of the page is useful if you want to compare Ballidon, Derbyshire with surrounding locations. This page links onward to Parwich, Bradbourne, Brassington, Kniveton, Longcliffe, and Pikehall for wider comparison.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Ballidon
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Ballidon often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Ballidon?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Ballidon is Refine Specialist Dental Care in Alfreton, about 12.7 miles to the east. The next closest are Peak Smile Studio (13.0 miles) and Ashbourne Road Dental (14.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Ballidon?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Ballidon, 0 practices within 10 miles and 34 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Alfreton, 12.7 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Ballidon?
The nearest practice to Ballidon that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Refine Specialist Dental Care in Alfreton, about 12.7 miles to the east. Others nearby include Ashbourne Road Dental (14.3 miles) and NO.1 THE ORTHODONTIC SPECIALIST (14.3 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Ballidon, Derbyshire?
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 Ballidon, Derbyshire?
Yes. The most suitable treatment depends on the case, and an assessment can help compare braces and aligners in a more meaningful way.