Orthodontic practices near Barston
On our practice register: 9 practices within 5 miles of Barston, 50 practices within 10 and 186 practices within 20. The closest is Orthodontic Excellence in Solihull, 2.8 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orthodontic ExcellenceSolihull | 2.8 miles west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (207 reviews) |
| Designer Smiles - SolihullSolihull | 3.3 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (102 reviews) |
| Beyond Dental CheltenhamSolihull | 3.5 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (240 reviews) |
| Eternal Smiles Dental CentreSolihull | 3.5 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (302 reviews) |
| Smile ConceptsSolihull | 3.6 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (188 reviews) |
| Orthodontics For YouSolihull | 4.2 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.3 (116 reviews) |
| Smile More Dental Centre SolihullSolihull | 4.5 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (124 reviews) |
| Solihull Orthodontic CentreShirley | 4.6 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (8 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Barston with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Solihull, 2.8 miles west; the next are Shirley (4.6 miles west) and Coventry (6.1 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Solihull | 8 | 2.8 miles west |
| Shirley | 2 | 4.6 miles west |
| Coventry | 10 | 6.1 miles east |
| Acocks Green | 8 | 6.1 miles west |
| Birmingham | 1 | 6.9 miles north-west |
| Dickens Heath | 1 | 7.2 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Barston
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Rai Dental Surgery in Acocks Green (5.0 from 109 reviews), 6.3 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Rai Dental SurgeryAcocks Green | 5.0 (109 reviews) | 6.3 miles north-west |
| Clear Braces SolihullDickens Heath | 5.0 (105 reviews) | 7.2 miles west |
| Allesley Park Dental PracticeCoventry | 4.9 (440 reviews) | 6.1 miles east |
| Shiraz Endodontic PracticeSolihull | 4.9 (379 reviews) | 4.6 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Barston at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Solihull |
| NHS dental services | NHS Birmingham and Solihull Integrated Care Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 17.1% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,172 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.4% aged 16 to 24 and 28.2% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 7.8% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 187 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 13.5% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 9 practices, more than 72% of towns in England |
| Access within Solihull | 33rd closest to an orthodontic practice of 55 places in the county (the county median is 2.5 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 2.8 miles away, closer than 59% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.6% here, against 7.3% across neighbourhoods in Solihull |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham — 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Arden — 2.1 miles Heart of England School — 2.4 miles Lode Heath School — 3.7 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 2 schools, about 2,997 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 89 schools, 41,070 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 26.9% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Orthodontic Excellence, Solihull — 3 miles Solihull Orthodontic Centre, Shirley — 5 miles Sherwood Dental Practice - Birmingham, Acocks Green — 6 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 50 within 10 miles, 186 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 Barston
Barston is 2.8 miles from Orthodontic Excellence in Solihull, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 50 practices, and within 20 there are 186.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Orthodontic Excellence (2.8 miles) mentions a free consultation; Beyond Dental Cheltenham (3.5 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 23 of the practices around Barston list clear aligners, the nearest 2.8 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 Barston are commissioned by NHS Birmingham and Solihull Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Designer Smiles - Solihull, 3.3 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 10 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Barston
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If you are looking for an orthodontist in Barston, this page is designed to help you compare braces, clear aligners, and online assessment options before arranging a visit. It connects local orthodontic research in Barston with the wider Solihull area.
Barston at a glance
Walsal End is the closest neighbouring location page, around 1 km north of Barston.
Area profile for Barston
Barston is classified as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Birmingham and Solihull Integrated Care Board. Barston's under-16 share sits at 17.1%, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 2,172 residents in the neighbourhood around Barston, 7.6% of them aged 10 to 15, close to the 7.3% average across Solihull. Barston has 9 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 72% of towns in England. OHID data for this ICB shows 26.9% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Secondary-age pupils near Barston attend schools such as Arden (2.1 miles) and Heart of England School (2.4 miles). 2 secondary schools are within three miles. Barston's Local Authority area covers 89 schools and 41,070 pupils, according to DfE figures. National deprivation data ranks Barston among England's less deprived areas. The nearest university dental hospital to Barston is Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham, about 10 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Local orthodontic signals in Barston
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Barston itself. The nearest we do hold are Orthodontic Excellence in Solihull, about 3 miles away; Solihull Orthodontic Centre in Shirley, about 5 miles away; and Sherwood Dental Practice - Birmingham in Acocks Green, about 6 miles away.
More local pages to browse
Pages for Walsal End, Temple Balsall, Bradnock's Marsh, Hampton in Arden, Balsall Street, and Heronfield follow the same format and can help with wider comparisons.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Barston
The orthodontic landscape in Barston offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. The best treatment isn't the most expensive or the most discreet — it's the one that matches your case, lifestyle and budget. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Barston
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Barston — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Barston
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Barston helps you ask the right questions. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
Every case in Barston 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 Barston. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Barston
This section is aimed at people whose search for treatment isn't limited to Barston, Solihull alone. For a broader comparison, pages for Walsal End, Temple Balsall, Bradnock's Marsh, Hampton in Arden, Balsall Street, and Heronfield follow the same format.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Barston
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Barston often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Barston?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Barston is Orthodontic Excellence in Solihull, about 2.8 miles to the west. The next closest are Designer Smiles - Solihull (3.3 miles) and Beyond Dental Cheltenham (3.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Barston?
Our register has 9 practices within 5 miles of Barston, 50 practices within 10 miles and 186 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Barston?
The nearest practice to Barston that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Designer Smiles - Solihull, about 3.3 miles to the west. Others nearby include Beyond Dental Cheltenham (3.5 miles) and Eternal Smiles Dental Centre (3.5 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Barston, Solihull?
Starting with guided photos helps turn general research into a clearer next step reviewed by a clinician.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Barston, Solihull?
Yes. The most suitable treatment depends on the case, and an assessment can help compare braces and aligners in a more meaningful way.