Orthodontic practices near Birstall
On our practice register: 21 practices within 5 miles of Birstall, 40 practices within 10 and 84 practices within 20. The closest is The Windsor Dental Practice in Leicester, 1.0 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Windsor Dental PracticeLeicester | 1.0 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (261 reviews) |
| Smile Care Dental ClinicLeicester | 1.2 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.8 (145 reviews) |
| Doncaster Road Dental PracticeLeicester | 1.3 miles south | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (457 reviews) |
| Willowbrook Dental Practice, LeicesterHumberstone | 2.0 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (163 reviews) |
| 44 Dental CareLeicester | 2.3 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (331 reviews) |
| Clearly OrthodonticsLeicester | 2.3 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (401 reviews) |
| Aesthetic Smiles Dental SpaLeicester | 2.4 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.8 (1,068 reviews) |
| Smile Zone Dental Practice Leicester - Teeth Whitening | Invisalign | Smile Makeover | VeneersLeicester | 2.5 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (369 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Birstall with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Leicester, 1.0 miles south; the next are Humberstone (2.0 miles south) and Quorndon (4.8 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Leicester | 19 | 1.0 miles south |
| Humberstone | 1 | 2.0 miles south |
| Quorndon | 1 | 4.8 miles north |
| Evington | 2 | 5.1 miles south |
| Wigston Magna | 3 | 5.1 miles south |
| Barrow upon Soar | 1 | 5.8 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Birstall
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Oakdale Dental in Leicester (5.0 from 803 reviews), 2.9 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Oakdale DentalLeicester | 5.0 (803 reviews) | 2.9 miles south-west |
| The DentalistLoughborough | 5.0 (467 reviews) | 6.7 miles north-west |
| The Dental & Cosmetic ClinicBlaby | 5.0 (333 reviews) | 6.2 miles south |
| Lux Dental LoughboroughQuorndon | 5.0 (277 reviews) | 4.8 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Birstall at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Charnwood |
| NHS dental services | NHS Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland 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 | Less deprived than most of England |
| Population | 12,216 |
| Residents under 16 | 14.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,729 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.1% aged 16 to 24 and 25.9% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 13.9% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 2,803 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 18.5% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 21 practices, more than 92% of towns in England |
| Access within City of Leicester | 21st closest to an orthodontic practice of 28 places in the county (the county median is 0.8 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 1.0 miles away, closer than 83% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 5.7% here, against 7.5% across neighbourhoods in City of Leicester |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham — 35 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Soar Valley College — 0.8 miles Rushey Mead Academy — 0.8 miles The Cedars Academy — 1.1 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 11 schools, about 13,237 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | The Windsor Dental Practice, Leicester — 1 miles Willowbrook Dental Practice, Leicester, Humberstone — 2 miles Lux Dental Loughborough, Quorndon — 5 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 40 within 10 miles, 84 within 20 miles |
| Postcode districts | LE4 |
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 Birstall
The nearest practice to Birstall is The Windsor Dental Practice in Leicester, 1 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 40 practices, and within 20 there are 84.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: The Windsor Dental Practice (1 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 21 of the practices around Birstall 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 Birstall are commissioned by NHS Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is The Windsor Dental Practice in Leicester, 1 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 35 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Birstall
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Facts about Birstall
With a population of roughly 12,216, Birstall is a market town within City of Leicester. Mowmacre Hill is the closest neighbouring location page, around 1 km west of Birstall.
Area profile for Birstall
Birstall is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland Integrated Care Board. Census figures show 14.3% of the local population is under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,729 residents in the neighbourhood around Birstall, 5.7% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 7.5% average across City of Leicester. Birstall has 21 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 92% of towns in England. OHID data for this ICB shows 22% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Secondary-age pupils near Birstall attend schools such as Soar Valley College (0.8 miles) and Rushey Mead Academy (0.8 miles). 11 secondary schools are within three miles. Birstall's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of England. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Birstall is Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 35 miles away.
Useful local orthodontic context for Birstall
There is no orthodontist on our records in Birstall itself. The nearest recorded are The Windsor Dental Practice in Leicester, about a mile away; Willowbrook Dental Practice, Leicester in Humberstone, about 2 miles away; and Lux Dental Loughborough in Quorndon, about 5 miles away.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Birstall
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Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Birstall
Practices serving Birstall differ in what they offer, from brace type to appointment availability. By ONS classification, Birstall falls under urban: Nearer to a major town or city. Birstall sits within NHS Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Birstall's under-16 share sits at 14.3%, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 5.7% of the 1,729 residents in Birstall's census neighbourhood, below the 7.5% average across City of Leicester. With 21 orthodontic practices within five miles, Birstall is better served than 92% of towns in England. OHID data for this ICB shows 22% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Secondary-age pupils near Birstall attend schools such as Soar Valley College (0.8 miles) and Rushey Mead Academy (0.8 miles). 11 secondary schools are within three miles. Birstall's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of England. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Birstall is about 35 miles from Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Birstall
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Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Birstall
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Areas We Cover Around Birstall
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Frequently Asked Questions in Birstall
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Birstall often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Birstall?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Birstall is The Windsor Dental Practice in Leicester, about 1.0 miles to the south. The next closest are Smile Care Dental Clinic (1.2 miles) and Doncaster Road Dental Practice (1.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Birstall?
Our register has 21 practices within 5 miles of Birstall, 40 practices within 10 miles and 84 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Birstall?
The nearest practice to Birstall that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is The Windsor Dental Practice in Leicester, about 1.0 miles to the south. Others nearby include Doncaster Road Dental Practice (1.3 miles) and Willowbrook Dental Practice, Leicester (2.0 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Birstall, City of Leicester?
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 Birstall, City of Leicester?
Yes. Braces and aligners can be compared more effectively once the case itself has been reviewed.