Orthodontic practices near Blackwell
On our practice register: 3 practices within 5 miles of Blackwell, 16 practices within 10 and 87 practices within 20. The closest is Refine Specialist Dental Care in Alfreton, 3.0 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Refine Specialist Dental CareAlfreton | 3.0 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.4 (96 reviews) |
| Kirkby Dental PracticeSutton in Ashfield | 3.7 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (314 reviews) |
| Peak Smile StudioPilsley | 4.8 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.1 (39 reviews) |
| Market Place Dental CareSutton in Ashfield | 5.7 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (1,291 reviews) |
| THE ORTHODONTIC PRACTICEMansfield | 6.0 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| The Orthodontic PracticeMansfield Woodhouse | 6.0 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (88 reviews) |
| Thackeray Dental CareSutton in Ashfield | 6.0 miles east | – | – | – | 4.9 (305 reviews) |
| Shine Dental Care MansfieldMansfield Woodhouse | 7.0 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (615 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Blackwell with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Alfreton, 3.0 miles south-west; the next are Sutton in Ashfield (3.7 miles south-east) and Pilsley (4.8 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Alfreton | 1 | 3.0 miles south-west |
| Sutton in Ashfield | 3 | 3.7 miles south-east |
| Pilsley | 1 | 4.8 miles north-west |
| Mansfield | 1 | 6.0 miles east |
| Mansfield Woodhouse | 2 | 6.0 miles east |
| Heanor | 1 | 7.7 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Blackwell
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Shine Dental Care Mansfield in Mansfield Woodhouse (5.0 from 615 reviews), 7.0 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Shine Dental Care MansfieldMansfield Woodhouse | 5.0 (615 reviews) | 7.0 miles east |
| Ferndale House Dental PracticeChesterfield | 5.0 (143 reviews) | 9.2 miles north-west |
| Chesterfield OrthodonticsChesterfield | 5.0 (122 reviews) | 8.8 miles north-west |
| Stella Dental NottinghamNottingham | 5.0 (116 reviews) | 13.5 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Blackwell at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Bolsover |
| NHS dental services | NHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Population | 3,037 |
| Residents under 16 | 13.5% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,531 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.5% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.1% aged 16 to 24 and 28.5% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 11.6% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 328 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 23.2% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 3 practices, more than 52% of towns in England |
| Access within Derbyshire | 228th closest to an orthodontic practice of 609 places in the county (the county median is 3.7 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 3.0 miles away, closer than 57% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 5.5% here, against 6.4% across neighbourhoods in Derbyshire |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Charles Clifford Dental Hospital, Sheffield — 19 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Frederick Gent School — 1.3 miles Tibshelf Community School — 1.8 miles Ashfield Comprehensive School — 2.6 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 6 schools, about 7,107 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 18.8% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Refine Specialist Dental Care, Alfreton — 3 miles Kirkby Dental Practice, Sutton in Ashfield — 4 miles Peak Smile Studio, Pilsley — 5 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 16 within 10 miles, 87 within 20 miles |
| Nearest general dentist | Bupa Dental Care — 3 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 Blackwell
Blackwell is 3 miles from Refine Specialist Dental Care in Alfreton, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 16 practices, and within 20 there are 87.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Chesterfield Orthodontics (8.8 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 21 of the practices around Blackwell list clear aligners, the nearest 3 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Blackwell are commissioned by NHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Refine Specialist Dental Care in Alfreton, 3 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Charles Clifford Dental Hospital in Sheffield, about 19 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Blackwell
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If you are looking for an orthodontist in Blackwell, this page is designed to help you compare braces, clear aligners, and online assessment options before arranging a visit. It is relevant to searches focused on both Blackwell and the wider Derbyshire area. Blackwell — a small town with a population of around 3,037 — is covered on this page specifically.
What local practice data suggests in Blackwell
There is no orthodontist on our records in Blackwell itself. The nearest recorded are Refine Specialist Dental Care in Alfreton, about 3 miles away; Kirkby Dental Practice in Sutton in Ashfield, about 4 miles away; and Peak Smile Studio in Pilsley, about 5 miles away.
More local pages to browse
If you want to compare surrounding areas as well as this one, pages such as Hilcote, South Normanton, Commonside, Tibshelf, Hucknall under Huthwaite, and Pinxton may also help.
Where Blackwell sits locally
Blackwell has a population of around 3,037, making it a small town within Derbyshire. Heading north for under 1 km brings you to Hilcote, the closest linked location.
Area profile for Blackwell
Blackwell is classified as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Blackwell. Census data puts only 13.5% of Blackwell's population at under 16, below the typical share. In the census neighbourhood around Blackwell, 5.5% of the 1,531 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 6.4% average across Derbyshire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Blackwell has 3 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 52% of towns in England. OHID data for this ICB shows 18.8% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Secondary-age pupils near Blackwell attend schools such as Frederick Gent School (1.3 miles) and Tibshelf Community School (1.8 miles). 6 secondary schools are within three miles. Blackwell sits close to the England average for deprivation. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Blackwell is about 19 miles from Charles Clifford Dental Hospital in Sheffield.
All Orthodontic Options in Blackwell Explained
The orthodontic landscape in Blackwell offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. 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.
Which Treatment Is Right for You?
Start with a consultation — most orthodontists in Blackwell offer a free or low-cost initial assessment. Avoid choosing treatment based on advertising before understanding what your teeth actually need. If discretion is your top priority, aligners or ceramic/lingual braces are the shortlist. If budget is primary and you meet NHS criteria, metal braces deliver excellent outcomes at minimal cost.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Blackwell
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Blackwell helps you ask the right questions. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Blackwell — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Blackwell. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Blackwell
This part of the page is useful if you want to compare Blackwell, Derbyshire with surrounding locations. Related nearby location pages such as Hilcote, South Normanton, Commonside, Tibshelf, Hucknall under Huthwaite, and Pinxton can help you compare a wider local area.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Blackwell
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Blackwell often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Blackwell?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Blackwell is Refine Specialist Dental Care in Alfreton, about 3.0 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Kirkby Dental Practice (3.7 miles) and Peak Smile Studio (4.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Blackwell?
Our register has 3 practices within 5 miles of Blackwell, 16 practices within 10 miles and 87 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Blackwell?
The nearest practice to Blackwell that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Refine Specialist Dental Care in Alfreton, about 3.0 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include Kirkby Dental Practice (3.7 miles) and Market Place Dental Care (5.7 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Blackwell, Derbyshire?
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 Blackwell, Derbyshire?
Yes. A clinician-reviewed assessment can help you understand whether fixed braces or clear aligners may be more suitable based on the movements required and your treatment goals.