Orthodontic practices near Bestwood
On our practice register: 24 practices within 5 miles of Bestwood, 41 practices within 10 and 85 practices within 20. The closest is The Smile Suite, Nottingham in Arnold, 0.5 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Smile Suite, NottinghamArnold | 0.5 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | 4.8 (74 reviews) |
| Arrow Orthodontics LtdHucknall | 0.7 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | – |
| Arnold Dental & Implant CentreArnold | 1.3 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (544 reviews) |
| BJS DentalArnold | 1.4 miles east | ✓ | – | – | 4.8 (70 reviews) |
| Smile Studio Walk In CentreArnold | 1.4 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (106 reviews) |
| Smilestyle Signature Dental CareBasford | 2.1 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (217 reviews) |
| Complete OrthodonticsArnold | 2.2 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (14 reviews) |
| Westdale DentalNottingham | 2.2 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (730 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Bestwood with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Arnold, 0.5 miles south-west; the next are Hucknall (0.7 miles north) and Basford (2.1 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Arnold | 5 | 0.5 miles south-west |
| Hucknall | 2 | 0.7 miles north |
| Basford | 1 | 2.1 miles south-west |
| Nottingham | 15 | 2.2 miles south-east |
| Gedling | 2 | 3.8 miles south-east |
| Kimberley | 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 Bestwood
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Gedling Dental - Nottingham (5.0 from 258 reviews), 3.8 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Gedling Dental - NottinghamGedling | 5.0 (258 reviews) | 3.8 miles south-east |
| Lady Bay Dental CareNottingham | 5.0 (156 reviews) | 4.5 miles south |
| Stella Dental NottinghamNottingham | 5.0 (116 reviews) | 3.2 miles south |
| Complete OrthodonticsArnold | 5.0 (14 reviews) | 2.2 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Bestwood at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Nottingham |
| 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 | More deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 19.9% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,536 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.6% aged 16 to 24 and 33.9% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 33.9% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 4,199 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 24% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 24 practices, more than 93% of towns in England |
| Access within Nottingham | 6th closest to an orthodontic practice of 30 places in the county (the county median is 0.8 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.5 miles away, closer than 91% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.7% here, against 6.8% across neighbourhoods in Nottingham |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Charles Clifford Dental Hospital, Sheffield — 30 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Park Vale Academy — 0.9 miles The Oakwood Academy — 1.0 miles Redhill Academy — 1.4 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 14 schools, about 15,445 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 116 schools, 51,209 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 19.9% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | The Smile Suite, Nottingham, Arnold — under a mile Arrow Orthodontics Ltd, Hucknall — under a mile Smilestyle Signature Dental Care, Basford — 2 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 41 within 10 miles, 85 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 Bestwood
The nearest practice to Bestwood is The Smile Suite, Nottingham in Arnold, 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 41 practices, and within 20 there are 85.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: BJS Dental (1.4 miles) mentions a free consultation; Regent Street Clinic Nottingham (3.3 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 21 of the practices around Bestwood 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 Bestwood are commissioned by NHS Nottingham and Nottinghamshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is The Smile Suite, Nottingham in Arnold, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Charles Clifford Dental Hospital in Sheffield, about 30 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Bestwood
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Orthodontist in Bestwood: Before booking anything in Bestwood, this page gives a practical overview of treatment types, cost factors, and next steps. It can also help if you are comparing treatment across nearby parts of Nottingham.
What official data says about Bestwood
Bestwood is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Nottingham and Nottinghamshire Integrated Care Board. Bestwood's under-16 share sits at 19.9%, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Bestwood, 7.7% of the 1,536 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 6.8% average across Nottingham, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Bestwood has 24 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 93% of towns in England. OHID data for this ICB shows 19.9% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. The closest secondary schools to Bestwood are Park Vale Academy (0.9 miles) and The Oakwood Academy (1.0 miles). 14 secondary schools are within three miles. Bestwood's Local Authority area covers 116 schools and 51,209 pupils, according to DfE figures. National deprivation data ranks Bestwood among England's more deprived areas. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Bestwood is Charles Clifford Dental Hospital in Sheffield, about 30 miles away.
Bestwood at a glance
Heading east for under 1 km brings you to Daybrook, the closest linked location.
Local provider signals in Bestwood
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Bestwood. The closest on record are The Smile Suite, Nottingham in Arnold, under a mile away; Arrow Orthodontics Ltd in Hucknall, under a mile away; and Smilestyle Signature Dental Care in Basford, about 2 miles away.
Explore more local orthodontic pages
You can also compare treatment pages for Daybrook, Top Valley, Highbury Vale, Old Basford, Rise Park, and Bestwood Village if you are weighing up more than one location.
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Bestwood
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Bestwood helps you ask the right questions. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
Tips for Getting the Most From Treatment in Bestwood
- Attend all appointments — missing adjustment appointments extends treatment and can affect the outcome.
- Keep teeth clean — orthodontic treatment makes cleaning harder. Use interdental brushes and fluoride mouthwash daily.
- For aligner patients: wear your trays — 20–22 hours per day is non-negotiable for achieving the planned result.
- Contact your practice promptly if something breaks — a detached bracket or broken wire delays treatment. Call the same day.
- Start wearing retainers immediately — the most important single factor in protecting your result long-term.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Bestwood
Practices serving Bestwood differ in what they offer, from brace type to appointment availability. Officially, Bestwood is categorised as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dental commissioning in Bestwood falls under NHS Nottingham and Nottinghamshire Integrated Care Board. Bestwood's under-16 share sits at 19.9%, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 1,536 residents in the neighbourhood around Bestwood, 7.7% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 6.8% average across Nottingham. Bestwood has 24 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 93% 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 Bestwood attend schools such as Park Vale Academy (0.9 miles) and The Oakwood Academy (1.0 miles). 14 secondary schools are within three miles. DfE figures put 116 schools and 51,209 pupils across Bestwood's Local Authority. National deprivation data ranks Bestwood among England's more deprived areas. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Bestwood is Charles Clifford Dental Hospital in Sheffield, about 30 miles away. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
Orthodontic Treatments in Bestwood
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Bestwood can feel overwhelming at first. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.
Treatment Options in Bestwood — Local Context
Provision in Bestwood varies by practice — it's worth comparing more than one before committing. Bestwood — urban: Nearer to a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Nottingham and Nottinghamshire Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. Bestwood's under-16 share sits at 19.9%, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 7.7% of the 1,536 residents in Bestwood's census neighbourhood, above the 6.8% average across Nottingham. Bestwood has 24 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 93% of towns in England. 19.9% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Secondary-age pupils near Bestwood attend schools such as Park Vale Academy (0.9 miles) and The Oakwood Academy (1.0 miles). 14 secondary schools are within three miles. Bestwood's Local Authority has 116 schools educating 51,209 pupils (DfE data). Bestwood falls in a more deprived area than most of England, which can be relevant to NHS orthodontic eligibility. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Bestwood is Charles Clifford Dental Hospital in Sheffield, about 30 miles away. There is no orthodontist on our records in Bestwood itself. The nearest recorded are The Smile Suite, Nottingham in Arnold, under a mile away; Arrow Orthodontics Ltd in Hucknall, under a mile away; and Smilestyle Signature Dental Care in Basford, about 2 miles away. Mild-to-moderate crowding or spacing is often suitable for clear aligners, while more complex cases are more commonly recommended fixed braces.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Bestwood. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Bestwood
This part of the page places Bestwood, Nottingham in context alongside the towns and areas around it. Related nearby location pages such as Daybrook, Top Valley, Highbury Vale, Old Basford, Rise Park, and Bestwood Village can help you compare a wider local area.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Bestwood
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Bestwood often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Bestwood?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Bestwood is The Smile Suite, Nottingham in Arnold, about 0.5 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Arrow Orthodontics Ltd (0.7 miles) and Arnold Dental & Implant Centre (1.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Bestwood?
Our register has 24 practices within 5 miles of Bestwood, 41 practices within 10 miles and 85 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Bestwood?
The nearest practice to Bestwood that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is The Smile Suite, Nottingham in Arnold, about 0.5 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include Arrow Orthodontics Ltd (0.7 miles) and Arnold Dental & Implant Centre (1.3 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Bestwood, Nottingham?
Many patients begin with an online orthodontic assessment so they can understand possible treatment routes before booking an appointment.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Bestwood, Nottingham?
Yes. Comparing the two properly usually means having someone assess your bite and alignment first.