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Orthodontic practices near Bitteswell

On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of Bitteswell, 22 practices within 10 and 89 practices within 20. The closest is TG's Dental Suite - Higham Ferrers in Pailton, 4.9 miles south-west.

PracticeDistanceNHSBracesAlignersGoogle rating
TG's Dental Suite - Higham FerrersPailton4.9 miles south-west✓–✓5.0 (375 reviews)
One DentalRugby6.9 miles south–––4.6 (19 reviews)
Caldecott Dental PracticeRugby6.9 miles south✓–✓3.9 (56 reviews)
Rugby Smiles Dental ClinicRugby6.9 miles south–✓✓5.0 (448 reviews)
Caldecott DentalRugby7.0 miles south––––
Windsor Street Dental BurbageHinckley7.0 miles north-west–––5.0 (63 reviews)
Rugby Dental Care - Ms S Rahimi & AssociatesRugby7.0 miles south✓✓✓5.0 (3 reviews)
Jones Dental & Implant ClinicRugby7.1 miles south–✓✓4.8 (490 reviews)

✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.

Nearest places to Bitteswell with orthodontic practices

The closest town with orthodontic practices is Pailton, 4.9 miles south-west; the next are Rugby (6.9 miles south) and Hinckley (7.0 miles north-west).

PlacePracticesNearest
Pailton14.9 miles south-west
Rugby116.9 miles south
Hinckley47.0 miles north-west
Blaby18.2 miles north
Earl Shilton18.8 miles north-west
Bedworth19.0 miles west

Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.

Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Bitteswell

Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Rugby Smiles Dental Clinic (5.0 from 448 reviews), 6.9 miles south.

PracticeGoogle ratingDistance
Rugby Smiles Dental ClinicRugby5.0 (448 reviews)6.9 miles south
TG's Dental Suite - Higham FerrersPailton5.0 (375 reviews)4.9 miles south-west
The Dental & Cosmetic ClinicBlaby5.0 (333 reviews)8.2 miles north
The Dental ParlourWolston5.0 (256 reviews)10.7 miles south-west

Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.

Bitteswell at a Glance

NationEngland
Council areaHarborough
NHS dental servicesNHS Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland Integrated Care Board
NHS orthodontic chargesFree for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10)
Area type (ONS)Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
DeprivationLess deprived than most of England
Residents under 1616.2% (Census 2021)
Neighbourhood residents2,555 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021)
Aged 10 to 15 locally7.8% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment
Adults locally8.9% aged 16 to 24 and 26.5% aged 25 to 49
Households without a car4.4% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more
Residents per square kilometre109 in that area (Census 2021)
Daily activities limited by health16.7% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility
Practices within 5 miles1 practice
Access within Leicestershire232nd closest to an orthodontic practice of 343 places in the county (the county median is 3.8 miles)
Aged 10 to 15 vs county7.8% here, against 6.8% across neighbourhoods in Leicestershire
Nearest university dental hospitalBirmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham — 29 miles
Nearest secondary schoolsLutterworth College — 0.7 miles
Lutterworth High School — 1.2 miles
Thomas Estley Community College — 4.1 miles
Secondary schools within 3 miles2 schools, about 2,429 pupils (DfE)
5-year-olds with visible decay22% across the local ICB (OHID)
Nearest orthodontic practicesTG's Dental Suite - Higham Ferrers, Pailton — 5 miles
One Dental, Rugby — 7 miles
Windsor Street Dental Burbage, Hinckley — 7 miles
Practices within 10 and 20 miles22 within 10 miles, 89 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 Bitteswell

Bitteswell is 4.9 miles from TG's Dental Suite - Higham Ferrers in Pailton, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 22 practices, and within 20 there are 89.

Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: TG's Dental Suite - Higham Ferrers (4.9 miles) mentions a free consultation; Glen Dental (10.4 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 22 of the practices around Bitteswell list clear aligners, the nearest 4.9 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 Bitteswell are commissioned by NHS Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is TG's Dental Suite - Higham Ferrers in Pailton, 4.9 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 29 miles away.

Orthodontic Treatment In Bitteswell

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Local orthodontic treatment in Bitteswell

Orthodontist in Bitteswell: People exploring braces and clear aligners in Bitteswell often want a better starting point than a generic directory result. The same guidance applies whether you are based in Bitteswell itself or elsewhere in Leicestershire.

Where Bitteswell sits locally

The nearest other location we cover is Lutterworth, around 1 km to the south-east.

Area profile for Bitteswell

ONS classifies Bitteswell as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Bitteswell. Census data puts 16.2% of Bitteswell's population at under 16. Census 2021 counts 2,555 residents in the neighbourhood around Bitteswell, 7.8% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 6.8% average across Leicestershire. Regionally, 22% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). The closest secondary schools to Bitteswell are Lutterworth College (0.7 miles) and Lutterworth High School (1.2 miles). 2 secondary schools are within three miles. Bitteswell falls in a less deprived area than most of England. The nearest university dental hospital to Bitteswell is Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham, about 29 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.

Keep exploring nearby

Related pages for Lutterworth, Ashby Parva, Cotesbach, Dunton Bassett, Ullesthorpe, and Leire are worth a look if you want to widen your search beyond this area.

What we know about practices near Bitteswell

We hold no orthodontic practice records in Bitteswell itself. The nearest we do hold are TG's Dental Suite - Higham Ferrers in Pailton, about 5 miles away; One Dental in Rugby, about 7 miles away; and Windsor Street Dental Burbage in Hinckley, about 7 miles away.

Teeth Straightening Options Available in Bitteswell

The orthodontic landscape in Bitteswell offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs.

Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Bitteswell

Every mainstream option is available to patients in Bitteswell — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.

Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Bitteswell

Starting orthodontic treatment in Bitteswell can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. 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.

What to Ask Before You Commit in Bitteswell

  • Why this treatment specifically, and what alternatives were considered?
  • What's the realistic timeline for a case like mine?
  • Does the quoted fee cover retainers, refinements and emergency visits, or are those extra?
  • What happens to the price if treatment runs longer than planned?
  • What retainer will I be given, and for how long am I expected to wear it?
  • Is a payment plan available, and on what terms?

Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Bitteswell

Orthodontic practices in and around Bitteswell vary in the treatments and appointment types they offer. Officially, Bitteswell is categorised as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dental commissioning in Bitteswell falls under NHS Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland Integrated Care Board. Census data puts 16.2% of Bitteswell's population at under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Bitteswell, 7.8% of the 2,555 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 6.8% average across Leicestershire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. OHID data for this ICB shows 22% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Families in Bitteswell are served by secondary schools including Lutterworth College (0.7 miles) and Lutterworth High School (1.2 miles). 2 secondary schools are within three miles. Bitteswell falls in a less deprived area than most of England. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Bitteswell is Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 29 miles away. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.

This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Bitteswell. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.

Frequently Asked Questions in Bitteswell

Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Bitteswell often want to know before getting started.

Where is the nearest orthodontist to Bitteswell?

On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Bitteswell is TG's Dental Suite - Higham Ferrers in Pailton, about 4.9 miles to the south-west. The next closest are One Dental (6.9 miles) and Caldecott Dental Practice (6.9 miles).

How many orthodontic practices are near Bitteswell?

Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of Bitteswell, 22 practices within 10 miles and 89 practices within 20 miles.

Is there an NHS orthodontist near Bitteswell?

The nearest practice to Bitteswell that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is TG's Dental Suite - Higham Ferrers in Pailton, about 4.9 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include Caldecott Dental Practice (6.9 miles) and Rugby Dental Care - Ms S Rahimi & Associates (7.0 miles).

How do I start orthodontic treatment in Bitteswell, Leicestershire?

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 Bitteswell, Leicestershire?

Yes. A case-specific comparison is more useful than a general one, and an online assessment can provide that.

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TitleBitteswell, Leicestershire Clear Braces & Aligners
PublisherVirtual Consultant Online
Published1 June 2022
Modified10 October 2026
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