Braces in Bassingthorpe at a Glance
| Residents under 16 | 14.3% (Census 2021) |
|---|---|
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.7% of 2,428 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest secondary schools | Walton Academy — 4.9 miles Charles Read Academy — 5.1 miles |
| Nearest practice listing fixed braces | Elegant Smiles Grantham, Grantham — 5.5 miles |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | The Maltings Dental Practice, Grantham — 4.9 miles; 3 within 10 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Access within Lincolnshire | 171st closest to a practice of 760 places in the county; the county median is 8.1 miles |
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 offering braces near Bassingthorpe
On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of Bassingthorpe, 4 practices within 10 and 14 practices within 20. The closest is The Maltings Dental Practice in Grantham, 4.9 miles north-west. The nearest that mentions fixed braces is Elegant Smiles Grantham, 5.5 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elegant Smiles GranthamGrantham | 5.5 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (231 reviews) |
| High Street Dental CareMelton Mowbray | 14.5 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (250 reviews) |
| Invisalign DentistSpalding | 17.6 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | – |
| Pear Tree DentalBurton Joyce | 21.7 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (642 reviews) |
| Netherfield Smile CentreGedling | 22.6 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (899 reviews) |
| Smile OralcarePeterborough | 22.9 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (139 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Bassingthorpe with practices offering braces
The closest town with practices offering braces is Grantham, 5.5 miles north-west; the next are Melton Mowbray (14.5 miles south-west) and Spalding (17.6 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Grantham | 1 | 5.5 miles north-west |
| Melton Mowbray | 1 | 14.5 miles south-west |
| Spalding | 1 | 17.6 miles east |
| Burton Joyce | 1 | 21.7 miles north-west |
| Gedling | 1 | 22.6 miles west |
| Peterborough | 4 | 22.9 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 Bassingthorpe
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is High Street Dental Care in Melton Mowbray (4.9 from 250 reviews), 14.5 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| High Street Dental CareMelton Mowbray | 4.9 (250 reviews) | 14.5 miles south-west |
| Elegant Smiles GranthamGrantham | 4.7 (231 reviews) | 5.5 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Jaw problems range from mild functional discomfort to complex skeletal discrepancies. Patients in Bassingthorpe with jaw pain, significant bite issues or visible asymmetry should seek specialist assessment. A photo assessment can help flag whether specialist referral is worth pursuing.
Jaw Treatment in Bassingthorpe — Local Context
Orthodontic practices in and around Bassingthorpe vary in the treatments and appointment types they offer. Officially, Bassingthorpe is categorised as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. NHS Lincolnshire Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Bassingthorpe. Census figures show 14.3% of the local population is under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 6.7% of the 2,428 residents in Bassingthorpe's census neighbourhood, above the 6.2% average across Lincolnshire. OHID data for this ICB shows 21.6% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Secondary-age pupils near Bassingthorpe attend schools such as Walton Academy (4.9 miles) and Charles Read Academy (5.1 miles). By national deprivation ranking, Bassingthorpe is roughly mid-table for England. See local practice availability in Bassingthorpe → They offer specialist orthodontic assessment for jaw problems.
Private orthodontic treatment for jaw-related conditions (standard course) costs in Bassingthorpe generally sit between £1,500 and £5,500. Orthognathic surgery cases involve additional NHS or private surgical fees on top of orthodontic treatment costs. The referral pathway for jaw surgery begins with your dentist or orthodontist.
Skeletal Jaw Discrepancies
Skeletal underbite (Class III) is where the lower jaw has grown larger or more forward than the upper one. Mild versions can sometimes be managed with camouflage orthodontics alone; moderate to severe cases, especially in adults, need orthognathic surgery to reposition one or both jaws.
Skeletal overbite / retrognathism is the reverse — the lower jaw sits noticeably smaller or further back than the upper one. In children, a functional appliance can guide jaw growth to correct it; in adults with a severe case, jaw surgery is sometimes the only route.
Facial asymmetry from uneven jaw growth causes a chin point off-centre and mismatched midlines. Mild asymmetry is common; significant asymmetry affecting function may require surgical correction.
Skeletal open bite means the front teeth simply don't meet, a result of how the jaw has grown vertically. Severe adult cases often need surgical correction rather than orthodontics alone.
Near Bassingthorpe: the nearest practice with a specialist orthodontist: Dental Health & Implant Centre Grantham (5.1 miles); treating children, where growth can still be guided: Peterborough Orthodontic Centre (23.4 miles).
Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) Disorders
The TMJ joints, one on each side of the face, are what connect the lower jaw to the skull. Signs of TMJ disorder (TMJD) include jaw or facial pain (often worst on waking), clicking or popping when opening or closing the mouth, a limited range of opening, temple headaches, and earache with no infection behind it.
Bite and TMJ symptoms interact in complicated ways — orthodontics can correct a bite issue that's contributing to joint loading, but it's not a reliable fix for TMJ pain on its own. Anyone in Bassingthorpe with real TMJ symptoms should see an orofacial pain specialist first, ahead of considering orthodontic treatment.
Near Bassingthorpe: the nearest practice with a specialist orthodontist: Dental Health & Implant Centre Grantham (5.1 miles); the nearest general dentist, a usual first contact: Ruskington Dental Practice (15.6 miles).
Frequently Asked Questions — Jaw Problems in Bassingthorpe
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Bassingthorpe?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Bassingthorpe is The Maltings Dental Practice in Grantham, about 4.9 miles to the north-west. The next closest are Dental Health & Implant Centre Grantham (5.1 miles) and Elegant Smiles Grantham (5.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Bassingthorpe?
Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of Bassingthorpe, 4 practices within 10 miles and 14 practices within 20 miles.
Where can I get braces near Bassingthorpe?
The nearest practice to Bassingthorpe that mentions fixed braces is Elegant Smiles Grantham, about 5.5 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include High Street Dental Care (14.5 miles) and Invisalign Dentist (17.6 miles).
How deprived is Bassingthorpe compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, Bassingthorpe is close to the England average for deprivation. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
How many families live in Bassingthorpe?
Around 14.3% of Bassingthorpe's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census.
Who commissions NHS dentistry in Bassingthorpe?
NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Lincolnshire Integrated Care Board.
Which county covers Bassingthorpe?
Bassingthorpe is in Lincolnshire.
What is a skeletal overbite?
A skeletal overbite involves the lower jaw being significantly smaller or further back than the upper jaw (retrognathism), causing a large overjet. Functional appliances guide jaw growth in children; severe adult cases may need orthognathic surgery to bring the lower jaw forward.
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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