Orthodontic practices near Blackfordby
On our practice register: 3 practices within 5 miles of Blackfordby, 14 practices within 10 and 124 practices within 20. The closest is Harmandeep Sanghera in Swadlincote, 2.1 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harmandeep SangheraSwadlincote | 2.1 miles north-west | – | – | – | – |
| Hughes and Owen Dental CareSwadlincote | 2.2 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (103 reviews) |
| Alexandra Dental CareSwadlincote | 2.2 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (422 reviews) |
| Beaufort Dental Health CentreSwadlincote | 5.1 miles west | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (352 reviews) |
| Stapenhill Dental CareBurton upon Trent | 5.3 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | 3.9 (19 reviews) |
| Modwena OrthodonticsBurton upon Trent | 5.8 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.5 (91 reviews) |
| Burton Smiles Dental ClinicBurton upon Trent | 5.8 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (246 reviews) |
| Dental Care Burton on TrentBurton upon Trent | 5.8 miles north-west | – | – | – | 3.9 (338 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Blackfordby with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Swadlincote, 2.1 miles north-west; the next are Burton upon Trent (5.3 miles north-west) and Coalville (6.7 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Swadlincote | 4 | 2.1 miles north-west |
| Burton upon Trent | 5 | 5.3 miles north-west |
| Coalville | 2 | 6.7 miles south-east |
| Repton | 1 | 6.7 miles north |
| Derby | 13 | 9.9 miles north |
| Findern | 1 | 10.1 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Blackfordby
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is London Road Dental Practice & Dental Implant Centre in Coalville (5.0 from 122 reviews), 6.7 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| London Road Dental Practice & Dental Implant CentreCoalville | 5.0 (122 reviews) | 6.7 miles south-east |
| Ascent Dental Care TamworthTamworth | 4.9 (537 reviews) | 11.5 miles south-west |
| Alexandra Dental CareSwadlincote | 4.9 (422 reviews) | 2.2 miles west |
| Distinctive DentistryTamworth | 4.9 (384 reviews) | 11.6 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Blackfordby at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | North West Leicestershire |
| 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 | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 14.4% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,648 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.4% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 6.7% aged 16 to 24 and 24.4% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 11.3% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 524 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 21.2% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 3 practices, more than 52% of towns in England |
| Access within Leicestershire | 69th closest to an orthodontic practice of 343 places in the county (the county median is 3.8 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 2.1 miles away, closer than 67% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.4% here, against 6.8% across neighbourhoods in Leicestershire |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham — 25 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Granville Academy — 1.6 miles Ivanhoe School — 1.9 miles Ashby School — 2.1 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 4 schools, about 4,794 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Harmandeep Sanghera, Swadlincote — 2 miles Stapenhill Dental Care, Burton upon Trent — 5 miles London Road Dental Practice & Dental Implant Centre, Coalville — 7 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 14 within 10 miles, 124 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 Blackfordby
Blackfordby is 2.1 miles from Harmandeep Sanghera in Swadlincote, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 14 practices, and within 20 there are 124.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Dental Perfection - Burton (6.2 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 20 of the practices around Blackfordby list clear aligners, the nearest 2.2 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 Blackfordby are commissioned by NHS Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Hughes and Owen Dental Care in Swadlincote, 2.2 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 25 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Blackfordby
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Orthodontist in Blackfordby: This page helps people researching orthodontic treatment in Blackfordby understand their options before committing to an appointment. It is a useful starting point whether you search from Blackfordby or another part of Leicestershire.
What official data says about Blackfordby
Blackfordby is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland Integrated Care Board. Census data puts 14.4% of Blackfordby's population at under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Blackfordby, 6.4% of the 1,648 residents are aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.8% average across Leicestershire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. With 3 orthodontic practices within five miles, Blackfordby is better served than 52% of towns in England. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 22% of local 5-year-olds. Secondary-age pupils near Blackfordby attend schools such as Granville Academy (1.6 miles) and Ivanhoe School (1.9 miles). 4 secondary schools are within three miles. National deprivation data puts Blackfordby close to the England median. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Blackfordby is Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 25 miles away.
More local pages to browse
If you want to compare surrounding areas as well as this one, pages such as Norris Hill, Shellbrook, Boothorpe, Woodville, Smisby, and Hartshorne may also help.
Local context for Blackfordby
Heading south-west for around 1 km brings you to Norris Hill, the closest linked location.
Local provider signals in Blackfordby
There is no orthodontist on our records in Blackfordby itself. The nearest recorded are Harmandeep Sanghera in Swadlincote, about 2 miles away; Stapenhill Dental Care in Burton upon Trent, about 5 miles away; and London Road Dental Practice & Dental Implant Centre in Coalville, about 7 miles away.
All Orthodontic Options in Blackfordby Explained
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Blackfordby can feel overwhelming at first. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Blackfordby
No single treatment wins on every measure — this narrows things down to what matters most for your situation:
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Blackfordby
Many people in Blackfordby delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
Treatment in Blackfordby runs through a predictable sequence of stages, set out below so you know what's coming.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Blackfordby. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Blackfordby
This section helps connect Blackfordby, Leicestershire to the wider local area for people comparing treatment options. For a broader comparison, pages for Norris Hill, Shellbrook, Boothorpe, Woodville, Smisby, and Hartshorne follow the same format.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Blackfordby
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Blackfordby often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Blackfordby?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Blackfordby is Harmandeep Sanghera in Swadlincote, about 2.1 miles to the north-west. The next closest are Hughes and Owen Dental Care (2.2 miles) and Alexandra Dental Care (2.2 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Blackfordby?
Our register has 3 practices within 5 miles of Blackfordby, 14 practices within 10 miles and 124 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Blackfordby?
The nearest practice to Blackfordby that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Hughes and Owen Dental Care in Swadlincote, about 2.2 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include Alexandra Dental Care (2.2 miles) and Beaufort Dental Health Centre (5.1 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Blackfordby, Leicestershire?
Beginning with an online photo review is usually quicker than arranging an in-person consultation for an initial opinion.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Blackfordby, Leicestershire?
Yes. Braces and aligners can be compared more effectively once the case itself has been reviewed.