Orthodontic practices near Bulwell
On our practice register: 20 practices within 5 miles of Bulwell, 41 practices within 10 and 83 practices within 20. The closest is The Smile Suite, Nottingham in Arnold, 1.5 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Smile Suite, NottinghamArnold | 1.5 miles east | ✓ | – | – | 4.8 (74 reviews) |
| Smilestyle Signature Dental CareBasford | 1.7 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (217 reviews) |
| Arrow Orthodontics LtdHucknall | 1.8 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | – |
| Kimberley DentalKimberley | 2.2 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (251 reviews) |
| Hucknall Dental CareHucknall | 2.5 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (881 reviews) |
| Boulevard Dental PracticeNottingham | 2.7 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 4.7 (75 reviews) |
| Arnold Dental & Implant CentreArnold | 2.9 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (544 reviews) |
| BJS DentalArnold | 3.0 miles east | ✓ | – | – | 4.8 (70 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Bulwell with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Arnold, 1.5 miles east; the next are Basford (1.7 miles south) and Hucknall (1.8 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Arnold | 5 | 1.5 miles east |
| Basford | 1 | 1.7 miles south |
| Hucknall | 2 | 1.8 miles east |
| Kimberley | 1 | 2.2 miles west |
| Nottingham | 14 | 2.7 miles south |
| Long Eaton | 1 | 5.2 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Bulwell
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Gedling Dental - Nottingham (5.0 from 258 reviews), 5.3 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Gedling Dental - NottinghamGedling | 5.0 (258 reviews) | 5.3 miles east |
| Lady Bay Dental CareNottingham | 5.0 (156 reviews) | 5.2 miles south-east |
| Stella Dental NottinghamNottingham | 5.0 (116 reviews) | 3.6 miles south-east |
| Complete OrthodonticsArnold | 5.0 (14 reviews) | 3.7 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Bulwell 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 | 28.9% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,560 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 12.3% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.9% aged 16 to 24 and 34% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 62.4% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 5,065 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 24.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 20 practices, more than 91% of towns in England |
| Access within Nottingham | 29th closest to an orthodontic practice of 30 places in the county (the county median is 0.8 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 1.5 miles away, closer than 75% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 12.3% here, against 6.8% across neighbourhoods in Nottingham |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Charles Clifford Dental Hospital, Sheffield — 29 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | The Bulwell Academy — 0.6 miles Park Vale Academy — 1.2 miles Ellis Guilford School — 1.5 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 15 schools, about 16,307 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 — 2 miles Smilestyle Signature Dental Care, Basford — 2 miles Arrow Orthodontics Ltd, Hucknall — 2 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 41 within 10 miles, 83 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 Bulwell
The nearest practice to Bulwell is The Smile Suite, Nottingham in Arnold, 1.5 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 41 practices, and within 20 there are 83.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Smilestyle Signature Dental Care (1.7 miles) mentions a free consultation; Regent Street Clinic Nottingham (3.7 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 22 of the practices around Bulwell list clear aligners, the nearest 1.7 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Bulwell are commissioned by NHS Nottingham and Nottinghamshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is The Smile Suite, Nottingham in Arnold, 1.5 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Charles Clifford Dental Hospital in Sheffield, about 29 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Bulwell
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Orthodontist in Bulwell: Before booking anything in Bulwell, 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.
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Pages for Cinderhill, Highbury Vale, Old Basford, Rise Park, Bestwood Village, and Aspley follow the same format and can help with wider comparisons.
Bulwell in context
Classified by ONS as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, Bulwell sits within NHS Nottingham and Nottinghamshire Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Bulwell skews family-heavy: 28.9% of residents are under 16, above the typical share. Census 2021 counts 1,560 residents in the neighbourhood around Bulwell, 12.3% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 6.8% average across Nottingham. With 20 orthodontic practices within five miles, Bulwell is better served than 91% of towns in England. OHID data for this ICB shows 19.9% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Secondary-age pupils near Bulwell attend schools such as The Bulwell Academy (0.6 miles) and Park Vale Academy (1.2 miles). 15 secondary schools are within three miles. There are 116 schools and 51,209 pupils in Bulwell's Local Authority area, per DfE data. By national deprivation ranking, Bulwell sits among the more deprived areas of England. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Bulwell is about 29 miles from Charles Clifford Dental Hospital in Sheffield.
Useful local orthodontic context for Bulwell
There is no orthodontist on our records in Bulwell itself. The nearest recorded are The Smile Suite, Nottingham in Arnold, about 2 miles away; Smilestyle Signature Dental Care in Basford, about 2 miles away; and Arrow Orthodontics Ltd in Hucknall, about 2 miles away.
Bulwell in numbers
Cinderhill is the closest neighbouring location page, around 1 km south of Bulwell.
All Orthodontic Options in Bulwell Explained
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Bulwell can feel overwhelming at first. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.
Which Treatment Is Right for You?
Start with a consultation — most orthodontists in Bulwell 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 Bulwell
Orthodontic treatment in Bulwell is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Bulwell — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Bulwell. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Bulwell
For wider local orthodontic research, these links help place Bulwell, Nottingham within a broader nearby area. If you're still deciding, related pages for Cinderhill, Highbury Vale, Old Basford, Rise Park, Bestwood Village, and Aspley may help.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Bulwell
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Bulwell often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Bulwell?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Bulwell is The Smile Suite, Nottingham in Arnold, about 1.5 miles to the east. The next closest are Smilestyle Signature Dental Care (1.7 miles) and Arrow Orthodontics Ltd (1.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Bulwell?
Our register has 20 practices within 5 miles of Bulwell, 41 practices within 10 miles and 83 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Bulwell?
The nearest practice to Bulwell that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is The Smile Suite, Nottingham in Arnold, about 1.5 miles to the east. Others nearby include Smilestyle Signature Dental Care (1.7 miles) and Arrow Orthodontics Ltd (1.8 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Bulwell, Nottingham?
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 Bulwell, Nottingham?
Yes. Comparing the two properly usually means having someone assess your bite and alignment first.